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Washington County Government Closed for Independence Day

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 25, 2020) – In observance of Independence Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020. County services will operate as listed below: The Hagerstown Regional Airport terminal and airfield will operate during regularly scheduled business hours. Administrative offices and the maintenance department will be closed. Allegiant flights will

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 23, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays. **The dashboard will be updated Monday-Friday** EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As COVID-19 still exists in

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 19, 2020

  The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemi c . Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays. **The dashboard will be updated Monday-Friday** *Over the past few weeks the

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 16, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. **As a reminder, COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER Per the Governor’s most recent executive order

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant – Deadline Extended

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 16, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces the deadline to submit an application for the Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant has been extended until June 30, 2020. This grant encourages small businesses in Washington County, Maryland that meet the criteria to submit an application. Grant applications are accepted and funds

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 12, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. **Beginning the week of June 15th, COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings will be released ONLY on Tuesdays and Fridays. Statistics will continue to be updated daily

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Washington County GIS Team Creates Innovative Pool Tracker Tool

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – The Washington County Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Department recently worked alongside the Washington County Parks and Recreation Department to create a tracking tool that allows the public to track the capacity level at Marty Snook Pool before going to the pool. With capacity guidelines due to COVID-19, the amount

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 11, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12, 2020, the State

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Greensburg Road between Sandstone Drive and Welty Church Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 15, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise caution

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Greensburg Road between Sandstone Drive and Welty Church Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 15, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise caution

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Marty Snook Pool Closed on Friday, June 12th

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 10, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will be closed on Friday, June 12, 2020. As the transition of reopening continues, there remains a need for additional lifeguard staff at the pool. If interested in becoming a lifeguard, please call 240-313-2700. We apologize for

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 10, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER Due to the launch of covidLINK we are temporarily removing the COVID-19 dashboard for Washington County, MD. As soon as covidLINK is fully

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‘Together We Serve’ Grant Program for Non-Profits – Apply Now!

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 10, 2020) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces the Together We Serve grant program application is now open. This new grant program is created to assist local human-service providing non-profits in providing crucial services to County residents during the Covid-19 public health crisis. The Together We Serve Grant will provide eligible

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 9, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As the County is now in Stage Two of the COVID-19 Recovery Plan, we would like to remind all citizens that in addition

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 8, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER As the County is now in Stage Two of the COVID-19 Recovery Plan, we would like to remind all citizens that in addition

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‘Together We Serve’ Grant Program for Non-Profits Opens This Week

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 8, 2020) – The Washington County Office of Grant Management announces a new grant program created to assist local human service providing non-profits in providing crucial services to County residents during the Covid-19 public health crisis. The Together We Serve Grant will provide eligible non-profits up to $20,000 to assist them in

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant – Apply Today!

100 W. Washington Street, Suite 1401 Hagerstown, MD 21740 | 240.313.2380 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] Brittany Higgins, Public Relations Coordinator Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] RISE UP BUSINESS STABILIZATION GRANT – APPLY TODAY! HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 8, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development encourages small businesses in

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 5, 2020

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to receive Washington County daily briefings delivered to your inbox. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. today, Friday, June 5,

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Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

LIBERAL LEAVE IS IN EFFECT FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential personal on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, until noon. Essential personnel are expected to fulfill their duties as usual.

The starting time for today’s Board of County Commissioners meeting will be reevaluated at 9:00 am.

For those required to travel, exercise caution on the roadways. If driving is necessary, ensure your vehicle is completely cleared, drive at a reduced speed, practice caution, and avoid crowding or passing plows.
 
We’ll keep the public informed of any changes. Stay updated by monitoring Washington County Government’s website and social media channels for the latest information. Your safety is our priority!