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Worcester County Warns About Email Scams Claiming Development Related Fees Owed

Snow Hill, Maryland – Worcester County Government (WCG) warns the public about an email scam designed to trick residents and business owners involved in the permitting and plan review processes into wiring money for alleged fees. The scammers impersonate Development Review and Permitting (DRP) staff members and claim the recipient must pay a fee without delay.

Worcester County Government offices closed for Independence Day on Friday, July 4

In observance of Independence Day, Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and Parks, will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025.

The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will also be closed on July 4 and reopen July 5 during standard operating hours.

WCG offices will resume standard hours of operation on Monday, July 7.

July 15 Public Invited to Open Forum on Future of Outdoor Recreation in Snow Hill

The public is invited to a town hall meeting with Snow Hill, Worcester County Tourism and Economic Development (WCTED), and National Park Service (NPS) Chesapeake Gateways professionals to discuss the future of outdoor recreation and adventure in Snow Hill. The meeting will take place Tuesday, July 15, from 5-7 p.m. in the Worcester County Government Center’s first-floor board room at 1 West Market Street in Snow Hill.

Worcester County Offices Closed for Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19

Worcester County Government (WCG) offices, including all five Branch Libraries and Recreation and Parks, will be closed Thursday, June 19, 2025, for Juneteenth, National Freedom Day.

 

The Central Landfill and Homeowner Convenience Centers will also be closed.

 

WCG offices will resume standard operating hours on Friday June 20th.

Isle of Wight Park Closed June 12-15

The Isle of Wight Park, located at 13090 St. Martin’s Neck Road in Bishopville, will be closed to the public for a special event from June 12-15, 2025.

The park will reopen to the public during standard hours of operation beginning June 16. 

For more information on this park closure, contact the Worcester County Recreation Center at 410-632-2144 or recandparks@co.worcester.md.us.

FY26 Worcester budget decreases property tax rate, increases education funding by 7 percent

On June 3, 2025, the Worcester County Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Operating Budget of $281,396,017.

“This budget increases funding for priorities like education and public safety and at the same time decreases the property tax rate for our residents,” Worcester County Commissioner President Ted Elder said. “Everyone is coming out of this with something.”

Snow Hill Library Fundraiser June 27th

Snow Hill, Maryland – Snow Hill Library 70's Book Bas fundraiser! This fundraiser is to help us renovate our branch as we approach our 50th anniversary! We have received some amazing donations for the silent auction for Pro Coat Flooring, Firefly, VA Space, Candy Kitchen, Seacrets, OC History Museum, Calvin B. Taylor house, and many more. There will be games, crafts, and a book sale.

 

For more info click HERE!