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Maryland Department of Agriculture Announces Mail-In Applications for Cover Crop Program

June 26, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 26, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development shares the information below from the Maryland Department of Agriculture. The Maryland Department of Agriculture announced that this year’s cover crop sign-up will be conducted entirely by mail from July 1 through July 17. The popular conservation program provides farmers with cost-share assistance

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Hoffmaster Road

June 26, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 26, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure at 958 Hoffmaster Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 29, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for pipe replacement, weather permitting. The County encourages all drivers to exercise caution while workers make repairs.

Marty Snook Pool Increases Capacity

June 26, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 26, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will be increasing pool capacity to 150 people beginning Monday, June 29, 2020. As a reminder, there are regulations still in place that the public must follow to meet CDC guidelines: 150 people will be allowed inside

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Bottom Road

June 25, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 25, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Bottom Road between Route 68 at the Tannery to the railroad tracks at the Quarry. The road will be closed from Monday, June 29, 2020 through Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Feed the Need Applications are Open for Local Farmers

June 25, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 25, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development announces the Future Harvest Chesapeake Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture Feed the Need grant applications are open. The Future Harvest Feed the Need Fund was created to help farmers weather market changes caused by the pandemic and to help address hunger by providing food access in

Washington County Government Closed for Independence Day

June 25, 2020

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

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

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

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

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

Nominate a Local Business for the Together We Rise Business Spotlight

June 19, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 19, 2020) – Do you know a Washington County business that is going above and beyond to keep customers safe and healthy during COVID-19? Washington County Government is looking to highlight local businesses that are getting creative and using best business practices to maintain a safe and

Jim and Fay Powers Music Series at Pen Mar Park Set to Begin in August

June 18, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 18, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces the Jim and Fay Powers Music Series at Pen Mar Park is tentatively set to begin on Sunday, August 2, 2020 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m with proper social distancing in place. Andy Angel Quartet is scheduled to perform on this date.

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

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

Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant – Deadline Extended

June 16, 2020

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

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

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

Washington County GIS Team Creates Innovative Pool Tracker Tool

June 12, 2020

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

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

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

Additional Reopenings in Washington County During Stage Two of COVID-19 Recovery Plan

June 11, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 11, 2020) – 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 of Maryland will allow for additional reopenings as part of Stage Two of the Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery. The Governor also

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

June 11, 2020

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

TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Greensburg Road

June 11, 2020

Marty Snook Pool Closed on Friday, June 12th

June 10, 2020

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

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

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

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

June 10, 2020

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