County News

October 11, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Harpers Ferry Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 11, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Harpers Ferry Road from Morgan Pine Road to Sandy Hook Road. The road will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. for guardrail repair. […]

October 8, 2019

Clean County Street Sweeper Achieves One Million Pound Milestone

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 8, 2019) – Washington County Division of Environmental Management is proud to announce that since the inception of the Clean County street sweeper in January 2019, over 1 million pounds of debris has been collected off streets and roadways across Washington […]

October 4, 2019

Diversity & Inclusion Committee Invites Public to Listening Tour

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 4, 2019) – The Diversity and Inclusion Committee would like to welcome you to attend its second Listening Tour. The event is scheduled for October 22, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hancock Branch, Washington County Public Library. This event is […]

October 4, 2019

Highfield Water Tank Project Completed

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 4, 2019) – Washington County Department of Water Quality announces the Highfield Water Tank Project is now complete. This project, located in the Highland/Pen Mar area of the county, included draining, cleaning, maintenance and exterior painting of the […]

October 3, 2019

Maryland Department of Transportation Discusses Transportation in Washington County

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 3, 2019) – The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA), MDOT Motor Vehicle Administration, MDOT Maryland Transit Administration, and MDOT Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) joined with Washington County Government and local officials to discuss transportation throughout the state and county. The […]

October 2, 2019

Update to Board of County Commissioners Meeting Schedule

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 2, 2019) – The Washington County Board of County Commissioners meeting schedule has been updated through the end of December 2019. The evening meeting at the Town of Smithsburg has been rescheduled for October 8, 2019 and the evening meeting at […]

October 1, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Independence Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 1, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Independence Road from Rt. 40 to Rockdale Road and to the FOP Lodge. The road will be closed on Wednesday, October 2, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. until 1:00 […]

September 30, 2019

Washington County Government Now Accepting Town of Hancock Building Permits

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 30, 2019) – The Washington County Division of Plan Review and Permitting and Division of Construction announce that effective October 1, 2019, the County will perform permitting, inspections, and enforcement services for the Town of Hancock. Permit processes that were started prior […]

September 27, 2019

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Cool Hollow Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 27, 2019) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Cool Hollow Road from Alt. Rt. 40 to Old National Pike. The road will be closed on Monday, September 30, 2019, from 7:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. for pipe installation. […]

September 24, 2019

Several Awards Received at 9-1-1 Day of Celebration

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 24, 2019) – Washington County Division of Emergency Services congratulates Bardona Woods and Linda Singleton for receiving awards at the 911 Day of Celebration held on Thursday, September 19, 2019. Bardona Woods received the Marilyn Farndon Excellence in Training Award. Marilyn […]

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Experience the County

Agricultural Education Center

As the premiere rental facility in Washington County, The Agricultural Education Center has been the region’s choice location for tractor pulls, sales, trade shows, corporation picnics and the Washington County Ag Expo and Fair.

Black Rock Golf Course

This course takes you on a golf journey from its opening holes that are nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, to its spectacular back nine with scenic views of the Appalachian Mountains.

Hagerstown Regional Airport

Your local connection to hundreds of destinations! Hagerstown Regional Airport hosts many businesses and services and continues to play an important role in the community.

Parks & Facilities

We are responsible for maintaining all buildings, grounds and parks owned by Washington County, scheduling park pavilions and fields, operating the Martin L. Snook swimming pool, and operation and Scheduling of the Washington County Agricultural Education Center.

Recreation & Fitness

Are you looking for fun, affordable fitness classes for your entire family? At the Washington County Recreation Department, we offer a plethora of recreation and fitness programs for individuals of every age! From youth to adult programs, you can find the classes your family needs to get in shape—while still having fun!

Rural Heritage

At the Washington County Rural Heritage Museum you will learn about our region’s beginnings and history; in addition to how the rural and agricultural heritage continues to play a role in Washington County today.