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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant – Apply Today!

June 8, 2020

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

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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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grants Awarded – Funds Still Available!

June 5, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development encourages small businesses in Washington County, Maryland that meet the criteria for the Rise Up Business Stabilization Grant to submit your application. In the first week of opening the grant program, approximately 300 applications have been submitted, with 36 grants awarded,

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Weverton Road

June 5, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Weverton Road between Weverton Cliff Road and Garretts Mill Road. The road will be closed on Monday, June 8, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. for pipe replacement. The County encourages all drivers to exercise

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Edgewood Drive

June 5, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 5, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Medical Campus Road on Robinwood Drive. The road will be closed on Monday, June 8, 2020 at 8:30 a.m. to install a new traffic signal pole. To access Meritus Health

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Marty Snook Pool Scheduled to Reopen to the Public

June 5, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 6, 2020) – Washington County Parks and Recreation announces Marty Snook Pool will open to the public beginning Monday, June 8, 2020. Although the pool is reopening, there are regulations the public must follow to meet CDC guidelines: 100 people will be allowed inside the pool gates. Slides will

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

June 4, 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. on Friday, June 5,

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Washington County Enters Stage Two of COVID-19 Recovery Plan

June 4, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2020) – At Governor Hogan’s most recent press conference, the announcement was made that effective at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2020, the State of Maryland will be entering Stage Two of the Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery. Please view Governor Hogan’s Executive Order for specific information. The Washington

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Edgewood Drive is Now Open

June 4, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 4, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Mt. Aetna Road is now open. The road was closed yesterday in response to a damaged traffic signal pole. Traffic operations at the Mt. Aetna Road and Edgewood/Robinwood intersection are now operating under a

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 3, 2020

June 3, 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 businesses and community organizations begin to resume operations during COVID-19, protect yourself and others when using public transportation: • Stay home when

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Road Closure on Edgewood Drive

June 3, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 3, 2020) – The Washington County Highway Department announces a road closure on Edgewood Drive between Route 40 and Mt Aetna Road. The road will be closed effective immediately for repair to a utility pole. To access Meritus Health and Robinwood Medical Center, turn east on Mt Aetna Road

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 2, 2020

June 2, 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 When picking up a prescription or other medicine, please be sure you are protecting yourself from COVID-19 by doing the following: Call-in prescription

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: June 1, 2020

June 1, 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 additional businesses begin to open it is important to practice social distancing by putting space between yourself and others. Continue to practice

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You’re Invited to Attend the Together We Rise Webinars

June 1, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (June 1, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development invites Washington County business owners and citizens to attend tomorrow’s webinars. Two different webinars will be hosted: Recreation Activities from 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Restaurants from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Both webinars will occur on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. You

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: May 29, 2020

May 29, 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 today, Friday, May 29, 2020 at 5:00 p.m., the State

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Rise Up Business Stabilization Grants Available Beginning June 1st

May 29, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 29, 2020) – The Washington County Department of Business Development, in partnership with the City of Hagerstown Department of Community and Economic Development, invites Washington County small businesses to apply for a new grant program to support local small businesses in Washington County. The grant application will go live beginning

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

May 28, 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, May 29, 2020, the State

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Washington County Recreation Summer Day Camp Registration

May 28, 2020

HAGERSTOWN, MD (May 28, 2020) – Per Governor Hogan’s announcement regarding youth camps, Washington County Parks and Recreation announces registration for summer day camp is now open. In accordance with health and safety guidelines set by the CDC and State of Maryland, camp sites and the number of students at each camp will be

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COVID-19 Joint Information Center Update: May 27, 2020

May 27, 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 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says if you have moderate to severe asthma, you might be at higher risk for severe illness

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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!