Snow Hill, MD – On July 21, 2026, the Worcester County Commissioners placed a temporary moratorium on the submittal and issuance of permits for data centers and cable landing stations. The moratorium is valid for 12 months or until rescinded by the commissioners.
Snow Hill, MD – Due to improving drought conditions and recent rainfall across Worcester County and the Lower Eastern Shore, the Worcester County Fire Marshal's Office in coordination with the Worcester County Department of Environmental Programs has lifted the countywide Open Burning Ban, effective immediately.
Worcester County, MD – Worcester County Public Works plans to begin replacing the Hotel Road Bridge in Bishopville in September 2026. To accommodate construction, Hotel Road will be closed at the bridge, with signed detour routes in place throughout the project. The roadway closure is expected to last approximately 120 days.
Snow Hill, MD – Worcester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) officials are updating the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan and invite residents to help them identify the full range of natural and man-made hazards that could affect the Lower Eastern Shore and share ideas to reduce their impacts. DES will host four public meetings throughout Worcester County:
Worcester County, MD — From family festivals and farm tours to hands-on workshops, horse ranches, orchards, beekeeping, and fresh local seafood, Maryland's Coast Agriculture Appreciation Week returns August 1–9. Throughout the week there will be more than 40 events celebrating the people, businesses, and traditions that make agriculture one of Worcester County's most important industries.
Worcester County Encourages Residents Awaiting Tax Bills to
Use Online and In-Person Options
Worcester County Government is aware that some property owners have not yet received their 2026–2027 real estate tax bills by mail and is actively working to determine the cause.
Worcester County, MD — The George Island Landing Road boat ramp, on Rt. 366 in the Stockton area, will be closed until further notice beginning Monday, July 6, 2026, while crews replace the ramp, bulkhead, and stone revetment, and overlay the parking lot.
The facility will be unavailable to the public through the duration of the project, and boaters are encouraged to use the Taylors Landing boat ramp to access the Chincoteague Bay during the closure.
Worcester County, MD (June 30, 2026) — The Worcester County Commissioners appointed Shytina Drummond to serve as the next warden of the Worcester County Jail (WCJ). Drummond, who currently serves as the assistant warden, will succeed Warden Tim Mulligan, who will be retiring in November.
"Drummond has demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and dedication throughout her career," Commissioner President Ted Elder said. "We are confident the jail, its employees, and the citizens will be well served under her leadership."
Worcester County Government (WCG) offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026.
Snow Hill, MD – Worcester County Government officials are advising residents and visitors that there are currently no lifeguards on duty at the Maryland district of Assateague Island National Seashore and is urging anyone planning to swim over the Independence Day holiday weekend to use extreme caution.
Visitors to Assateague Island National Seashore are encouraged to consider swimming at nearby guarded beaches, including Assateague State Park and Ocean City.