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HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2022) – On behalf of Horizon Farm Credit, The Washington County Department of Business Development announces Horizon Farm Credit is now accepting applications for their second annual Farmers on the Rise program, which will award up to ten $10,000 prizes to young, beginning, small, minority, and/or veteran farmers in their footprint.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 31, 2022) – The Washington County Local Management Board (LMB) announced its award of $866,202 in state grant funds awarded by the Governor’s Office of Crime Prevention, Youth, and Victim Services, on behalf of the Children’s Cabinet. The grant award will fund six initiatives aimed at strengthening and
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 15, 2022) – Washington County Government, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office invite you to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House for the Public Safety Training Center on September 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 29, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 from 8:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The road will be closed from Route 68 at the tannery to the railroad tracks at the quarry. For additional information,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 26, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free scrap tire day on September 10, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Forty West Landfill. This event is provided for Washington County residents only and there is no
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 24, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Beaver Creek Church Road from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 25, 2022. The roadway will be closed between Beaver Creek Church Road and the Beaver Creek School Museum for pipe replacement. For
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 24, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Zittlestown Road from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. The roadway will be closed starting at 6371 Washington Monument Road for road repairs. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 23, 2022) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Washington County Ethics Commission. Qualified applicants shall be Washington County residents of good moral character and sound judgment who can interpret and administer the Washington County Ethics Ordinance. An application may
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 16, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Leathers Road from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 18, 2022. The roadway will be closed near the area of 23519 Leathers Road between Greensburg Road and Edgemont Road for pipe replacement.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 15, 2022) – Washington County Government, the Washington County Division of Emergency Services, and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office invite you to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House for the Public Safety Training Center on September 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
HAGERSTOWN, MD (Aug 15, 2022) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces registration for fall programs is now open! To view the program brochure and register for the programs of your choice, please visit: https://bit.ly/F22WCRG For additional information, please contact Washington County’s Public Relations and Marketing Department at
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 9, 2022) – Effective Monday, August 15, 2022, The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces Marty Snook Pool will be closed Monday through Friday and will open on Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The pool will be open for Labor Day weekend,
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 9, 2022) – The Washington County Gaming Commission announced its gaming fund distribution to the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association, as well as 60 local charitable organizations. The Gaming Fund total of $2,591,012.93 for fiscal year 2022, which ended June 30, represents an increase of
HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 1, 2022) – The Washington County Office of Emergency Management invites you to attend the annual “Remembrance In The Park” memorial ceremony in the Washington County Emergency Services Tribute Gardens at Hagerstown City Park. This ceremony is a time to honor those who currently serve, or have served, in the military,
Since our last release on April 30, 2022, it has been very busy in Washington County, Maryland, and there is much more to come. To learn more, check out our latest issue of the County Connection Newsletter HERE or below:
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 20, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on East Oak Ridge Drive on Thursday, July 21, 2022, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. for debris clean-up. The road will be closed from Southern Boulevard to Baltimore Street. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 19, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Valley Road on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for road repairs. The road will be closed between Deer Path Lane and Gristmill Lane. For additional information, please contact
Join the Clean County Initiative on Saturday, July 30th from 9:00-12:00. We will work on cleaning from Mt. Aetna Rd bridge to Funkstown American Legion. This is a Bring Your Own Boat (BYOB) clean up event and we will be offering shuttle service from the Legion to the put in
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2022) – Mark your calendar and join us on Thursday, September 20, 2022, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the Public Safety Training Center’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House. Specific details will follow in the coming weeks. For additional information, please contact Washington
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2022) – Washington County Government would like to congratulate Commissioner Wayne K. Keefer for completing the Academy for Excellence, thus becoming a Fellow of the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance (Academy). The Academy for Excellence in Local Governance voluntary certificate program is a collaborative effort involving:
HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 15, 2022) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Millers Sawmill Road from 17539 Millers Sawmill Road to Canal Road for storm damage repairs on Monday, July 18, 2022, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Washington County’s