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TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Annual Park at Dark and Bonfire Night

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 4, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department invites you to the Annual Park at Dark and Bonfire Night. The family-friendly evening with spooktastic fun, games, and excitement will be held on Friday, October 27, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Washington County Agricultural

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Washington County Preserves 116-Acre Farm

Hagerstown, MD (October 4, 2023) – The Washington County Department of Planning & Zoning is thrilled to announce a significant step towards preserving Washington County’s agricultural heritage was taken recently as a local farmer sold a 116.65-acre conservation easement near Clear Spring. This remarkable achievement was made possible through the Maryland Agricultural Land

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Keadle Road

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 2, 2023) – The Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Keadle Road. The road will be temporarily closed between Mountain Laurel Road and Boonsboro Mountain Road on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for tree removal. We apologize for any inconvenience this

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Hagerstown Regional Airport will be conducting an Emergency Disaster Drill on Saturday, October 7, 2023

Hagerstown Regional Airport Emergency Disaster Drill

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 28, 2023) – Hagerstown Regional Airport, in collaboration with Washington County Government and Washington County Office of Emergency Management, is excited to announce a simulated aircraft emergency disaster exercise that will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This exercise will

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MDOT Consolidated Transportation Plan Notice

The Washington County Division of Engineering will host the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT)’s Consolidated Transportation Plan Tour meeting for Washington County on Thursday, October 5, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Washington County Public Safety Training Center at 18350 Public Safety Place in Hagerstown. Onsite parking will be available. The

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Howell Road Extended

Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 20, 2023) – On behalf of W.D. Wright Contracting Inc., the Washington County Highway Department announces the road closure on Howell Road will be extended until Friday, September 29, 2023. The road will be temporarily reopened during the weekend, Saturday &

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Mummert Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 19, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Mummert Rd, from Funkhouser Rd to 12432 Mummert Rd on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 between 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Little Antietam Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 19, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Little Antietam Road (RT 62), between Jefferson Blvd (RT 64) and Trovinger Mill Rd, on Thursday, September 21, 2023, between 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM. A detour will

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Hagerstown Regional Airport will be conducting an Emergency Disaster Drill on Saturday, October 7, 2023

Hagerstown Regional Airport Emergency Disaster Drill

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2023) – Hagerstown Regional Airport, in collaboration with Washington County Government and Washington County Office of Emergency Management, is excited to announce a simulated aircraft emergency disaster exercise that will take place on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This exercise will

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Independence Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 14, 2023) – The Washington County Highways Department will be temporarily closing Independence Road today between 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM for a pipe replacement. The closure will be from Rt 40 to the Spur. We apologize for any inconvenience

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Howell Road

Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 13, 2023) – On behalf of W.D. Wright Contracting Inc., the Washington County Highway Department announces an upcoming road closure on Howell Road. This closure is scheduled to commence on Monday, September 18, 2023, starting at 7:00 a.m. The closure will

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Girls Youth Volleyball League 🏐

HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 11, 2023) – The Washington County Parks and Recreation Department is offering Girl’s Youth Volleyball League for grades 2-8. This league will teach volleyball skills and improve techniques in a competitive environment. Participants will be led in technique drills during weekly practices as well as games on Saturday mornings (Games

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Free Scrap Tire Event – October 14, 2023

CONTACT: Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 11, 2022) – The Washington County Department of Environmental Management announces that there will be a free scrap tire day on October 14, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Forty West Landfill. This event is provided for Washington

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on McDade Road

CONTACT Danielle Weaver, Director Phone: 240-313-2380 Email: [email protected] HAGERSTOWN, MD (September 8, 2023) – The Washington County Division of Environmental Management and Highways Department announce an upcoming road closure on McDade Road. The road will be temporarily closed on Thursday, September 18, 2023 through December 15, 2023 from 7:30 am –

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Dogstreet Road

The Washington County Division of Engineering announces Dogstreet Road at Dog Creek (19758 Dogstreet Road) will be closed to through traffic, effective Monday, September 18, 2023, at 8:00 am, in order to begin the work on the replacement of the culvert. Completion of the project is scheduled for May 2024. The

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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!