Nassawango Road – partial closure June 11
A portion of Nassawango Road will be closed on Tuesday, June 11th to install new pipes under the road. The work should be completed that same day. Detour: motorists may utilize Whitesburg Road to Oak Hall Road to Scotty Road. For further information, contact the Roads Division at 410-632-2244.
Snow Hill, Maryland (June 10, 2024) – The Worcester County Commissioners appointed Katy Vieira to serve as the emergency preparedness manager within the Worcester County Department of Emergency Services (WCDES). Vieira stepped into her new position in late 2023.
Pocomoke Middle School basketball courts and park dedication postponed due to contractor delays
To learn more about WCRP parks, visit https://worcesterrecandparks.org, and find them on social media at #PlayMDsCoast.
On June 4, 2024, the Worcester County Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Operating Budget of $261,917,617.
“This is a fiscally conservative budget that allocates funding to cover vital public services and needed capital projects without burdening property owners and taxpayers,” Worcester County Commissioner President Chip Bertino said. “I want to thank our staff, agencies, and department heads on their partnership to ensure that taxpayer money is allocated judiciously.”
Snow Hill, Maryland (June 3, 2024) – The Worcester County Commissioners named Maurice “Moe” VanDemark as the new emergency management specialist within the Worcester County Department of Emergency Services (WCDES). VanDemark stepped into his new role on April 15.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have Moe as part of our team,” Fire Marshal Matt Owens said. “Moe brings a trove of knowledge and experience with him, and we are looking forward to what he will add to an already great team.”
Snow Hill, Maryland (June 3, 2024) – The Worcester County Commissioners appointed Charlene Sharpe to the newly-created position of legislative analyst. She stepped into her new role May 31, 2024.
“Charlene has earned the community’s respect for her professionalism and her fair and accurate news coverage,” Chief Administrative Officer Weston Young said. “She can hit the ground running covering Worcester County. Her strong oral and written communications skills make her the solid choice to represent the county’s legislative interests.”
Monday, June 10th - Pocomoke Middle School basketball courts and park dedication postponed due to contractor delays
To learn more about WCRP parks, visit https://worcesterrecandparks.org, and find them on social media at #PlayMDsCoast.
Snow Hill, Maryland (May 30, 2024) – The Worcester County Commissioners have extended the deadline for members of the public to nominate individuals, organizations, and businesses for the Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County awards until July 3, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.
Volunteer Spirit nominations will be accepted for each of the following eight categories, with one winner to be chosen from each: individual, group/team, emerging leader, faith-based, nonprofit volunteer program, local business, veteran, and lifetime achievement.
Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including all five Branch Libraries, will be closed Monday, May 27, 2024, for the Memorial Day holiday.
The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will also be closed.
Worcester County Recreation and Parks will be closed Sunday and Monday, May 26-27.
WCG offices will resume standard operating hours on Tuesday, May 28. WCG staff wish one and all a happy and safe holiday weekend.
Snow Hill, Maryland (May 21, 2024) – The Worcester County Fire Marshal’s Office (WCFM) and Department of Emergency Services (DES), along with Snow Hill Volunteer Fire Department personnel are closely monitoring efforts by Tyson officials and an independent contractor to extinguish a fire contained within a grain solo at the Tyson Feed Plant in Snow Hill. This is a multi-day project, and residents are likely to detect an odor caused by the burning corn.