Washington County 7030B

10/14/2026

The Washington County Board of County Commissioners is seeking applicants interested in serving on the Washington County Police Accountability Board (PAB). There are currently vacancies on the Police Accountability Board; thus citizens are encouraged to apply early. Applications will be accepted until the vacancies are filled; applications will be retained for two years in consideration of future or unforeseen vacancies.

The PAB is a volunteer board composed of seven (7) members and meets quarterly. The Board of County Commissioners will appoint a chair of the PAB from among the sitting members. One of the PAB Chair’s duties is to sit on the Administrative Charging Committee, which is compensated and does require training from the Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission.

To access the PAB application, please visit: https://www.washco-md.net/application-for-appointment-to-the-police-accountability-board/

10/09/2026

Join us on October 15, 2026 for a virtual panel featuring the Maryland Department of Commerce, Maryland Technology Development Corporation - TEDCO, Baltimore Community Lending, and the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development to learn about financing programs, loans, grants, and other resources designed to help Maryland businesses start, grow, and invest.

Register here: bit.ly/4y8ZuTp

10/09/2026

On Saturday, Nov. 7 from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m., the Islamic Society of Western Maryland will be hosting an Open House. This free event is open to the public and you're invited to come learn more about our Muslim neighbors! Curious about Islam? Questions about Muslim beliefs, customs, and traditions? This is a great opportunity to learn and experience warm hospitality at the mosque. All are welcome!

10/07/2026

10/04/2026

What will be on your ballot—and what do those local offices actually do? 🗳️

Join us for What’s on the Ballot?, a free, nonpartisan, beginner-friendly session designed to help Washington County residents approach the November 3 election with greater clarity and confidence.

Together, we’ll explore:

✅ Key election terms and how the process works
✅ Which local offices appear on the ballot
✅ What those elected officials do
✅ Constructive ways to get involved and make your voice count

No previous political or civic knowledge is needed. Bring your questions, invite a neighbor, and come ready to learn in a welcoming environment.

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Eliza’s House
35 N. Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.

Presented by Knowledge Is Power (KIP), a local civic engagement project committed to making reliable civic information accessible to our community.

For more information:
[email protected]

Please share this invitation with someone who wants to feel more informed before Election Day.

09/24/2026

November 3 is coming up. 👀

And there’s a lot at stake in the 2026 midterms, from our schools and health care to our communities and our right to vote.

So before Election Day gets here, make sure you know what’s on your ballot, when you can vote, and what you need to make your voice heard.

Mark your calendar.

naacp.org/vote