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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: August 21, 2020

August 21, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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Text-to-911 Service is Now Available in Washington County, Maryland

August 20, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 20, 2020) – Effective today, August 20, 2020 at 1600 hours, the Washington County Emergency Communications Center will begin accepting text messages via text-to-911 service. Customers of the three major wireless carriers (AT&T, former Sprint, T-Mobile, and Verizon) who are enrolled in their carriers’ text messaging and/or data plan

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: August 18, 2020

August 18, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: August 14, 2020

August 14, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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Marty Snook Pool Change of Hours in Operation

August 12, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 12, 2020) – Effective Monday, August 17, 2020, Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will be changing its operations to Saturdays and Sundays only from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m for the remainder of the season. The pool will be closed Monday through Friday. As a reminder,

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

August 11, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant Reopens with Changes to Guidelines

August 11, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 11, 2020) – The Board of County Commissioners voted to reopen and change guidelines of the Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant. New guidelines allow start-up businesses established and operational September 2019 to March 2020 that meet the criteria to submit an application. Other established businesses who have NOT previously applied would also be

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Gaming Commission Awards over $1.6 Million in Allocations

August 11, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (August 11, 2020) – The Washington County Gaming Commission announced its gaming fund distribution to the Washington County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association, as well as 40 local charitable organizations. The Gaming Fund total of $1,671,558.59 for fiscal year 2020, which ended June 30, represents a decrease of $373,440.96

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: August 7, 2020

August 7, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: August 4, 2020

August 4, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: July 31, 2020

July 31, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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2020-2021 Farm of the Year Nominations Now Open in Washington County

July 29, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 29, 2020) – With an abundance of rich agricultural lands filled with products and commodities that support our community, state and nation, the Washington County Department of Business Development is pleased to announce nominations for the 2020-2021 Washington County Farm of the Year is now open. Designed to recognize and honor the rich agricultural heritage

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: July 28, 2020

July 28, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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Marty Snook Pool Change of Hours in Operation

July 28, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 28, 2020) – Effective Monday, August 3, 2020, Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will be changing its operations to Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. The pool will be closed every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. As a reminder, check the pool

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: July 24, 2020

July 24, 2020

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING July 24, 2020 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

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: July 21, 2020

July 21, 2020

COVID-19 JOINT INFORMATION CENTER BRIEFING July 21, 2020 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

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Washington County Board of Elections Special Meeting

July 20, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (July 20, 2020) – Washington County Government shares the following message with its citizens from the Washington County Board of Elections: The Washington County Board of Elections will hold a special meeting on Monday, July 20th at 4:00PM. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss and vote on the consolidation of multiple precincts for the

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: July 17, 2020

July 17, 2020

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. **The dashboard will be

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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!