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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 23, 2021

February 23, 2021

The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ 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.

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 19, 2021

February 19, 2021

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING February 19, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

2021 St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST is Canceled

February 19, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 18, 2020) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department announces the St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST scheduled for Saturday, March 13, 2021, is canceled. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the number of participants at previous RUN FEST events, staff and officials have decided it is safest to cancel this large gathering.

Washington County Business & Industry Directory – Register Your Business Today!

February 18, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 18, 2021) – The Washington County, MD Department of Business Development‘s Business & Industry Directory is a free source of valuable information about the business community and its municipalities. Come be part of one of the most comprehensive, non-membership-driven directories in Washington County, MD. Find your supply chain, allow potential

Washington County Solid Waste Facilities Closing at 10AM

February 18, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 18, 2021) – The Washington County Solid Waste Department announces all solid waste facilities, including transfer stations, will be closing at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 18, 2021, due to inclement weather. The County encourages those who must travel to exercise caution while on roadways. For additional information, please

2021 St. Patrick’s Day RUN FEST is Canceled

February 18, 2021

Washington County Vaccination Update: February 18, 2021

February 18, 2021

VACCINATION UPDATE VACCINE AVAILABILITY Governor Hogan has directed state health officials to provide county leaders with four-week projections for vaccine allotments for their local health department clinics. For the weeks 2/15/21 – 3/8/21, the Washington County Health Department is expected to receive 500 doses each week. This is the amount projected to

Liberal Leave is in effective for Washington County Government

Liberal Leave in Effect for Washington County Government

February 17, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 17, 2021) – Due to the impending weather forecast, Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all non-essential Washington County employees tomorrow, Thursday, February 18, 2021. County employees who are designated as “Essential” are expected to perform their duties as they normally would. Employees who telework should report

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 16, 2021

February 16, 2021

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING February 16, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 12, 2021

February 12, 2021

Washington County Government Closed for Presidents’ Day

February 11, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 11, 2021) – In observance of Presidents’ Day, Washington County Government offices will be closed on Monday, February 15, 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.

Washington County Vaccination Update: February 10, 2021

February 10, 2021

VACCINATION UPDATE VACCINE AVAILABILITY Over 20,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Washington County, but there we still have a long way to go. Washington County has been informed that the anticipated allotment of the vaccine has been drastically reduced this week. This directly impacts the number

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 9, 2021

February 9, 2021

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 5, 2021

February 5, 2021

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING February 5, 2021 The Washington County, Maryland Joint Information Center (JIC) provides the following update regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Please visit www.washco-md.net/coronavirus-info for the latest numbers on Washington County’s COVID-19 dashboard.’ Click here to receive Washington County briefings delivered to your inbox. COVID-19 Joint Information Daily Briefings

Washington County Vaccination Update: February 4, 2021

February 4, 2021

VACCINATION UPDATE VACCINE AVAILABILITY Over 16,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Washington County, but we still have a long way to go. Washington County continues to receive weekly vaccination allocations, but the current supply is not nearly enough to meet the demand. Please note that adults aged

Washington County Government Presents the 2021 State of the County

February 2, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2021) – Washington County Government invites you to watch the 2021 State of the County by clicking on the video above. Due to COVID-19, there will not be a traditional in-person morning or evening session. After watching the video, if you have questions for the County Commissioners, please

Washington County Transfer Stations Operating on 2-hour delay today

Three Washington County Transfer Stations Closed Due to Inclement Weather

February 2, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2021) – The Washington County Solid Waste Department announces the following operations for Transfer Stations on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, due to inclement weather: OPEN 40 West Landfill – operating on a regular schedule, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Greensburg Transfer Station – will open at 9:30 a.m.

Washington County Vaccination Update: February 2, 2021

February 2, 2021

VACCINATION UPDATE Washington County announces the launch of a Senior COVID Vaccine Call List Assistance Hotline. This toll-free hotline is ONLY for seniors 65 and older who do not have internet access and need assistance signing up for the COVID-19 vaccine call list form. Senior COVID-19 Vaccine Call List Assistance Hotline:

COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: February 2, 2021

February 2, 2021

Celebrate Black History Month! Nominate a Local, Black-Owned Business in Washington County

February 2, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (February 2, 2021) – To celebrate Black History Month, the Washington County Public Relations and Marketing Department invites the public to nominate local, Black-owned businesses in Washington County to be highlighted on Washington County Government social media pages and on the website. Nominations will be accepted beginning today and

Liberal Leave in Effect for Washington County Government

February 1, 2021

HAGERSTOWN, MD (January 31, 2021) – Washington County Government would like to announce liberal leave is in effect for all Washington County employees Monday, February 1, 2021, due to inclement weather. Employees who telework should report at their usual time. Transit will operate on a normal schedule, however, routes may be modified due