County looks to outside agency for help with building inspection services
Collin Breaux[email protected] With the rate of development and growth happening in Washington County, the County’s building department has its hands full…
Read MoreLibrary looks to assume Sunny Hills Community Center operations
[email protected] Washington County Public Library Director Renae Rountree has proposed the library handle operations for the Sunny Hills Community Center,…
Read MoreTourist Development Council proposes lodging tax increase
GARRETT VALCOURT[email protected] The Washington County Tourist Development Council (TDC) has unanimously voted to propose an increase in the tourism lodging tax…
Read MoreLibrary director discusses seasonal staffing needs
The Washington County Public Library is looking to hire a temporary summer page at the Vernon branch, as well as…
Read MoreFormer Planning Commissioner Al Keown recognized for longtime community service
[email protected] Al Keown served on the Washington County Planning Commissioner for 20 years. For his longtime community service, Keown was…
Read MoreDavid L. Riley announces candidacy for BOCC
Special to the NewsDavid L. Riley has announced he is running for the District 1 seat on the Washington County Board of County…
Read MoreIncumbent David Corbin announces campaign for BOCC seat
Incumbent David Corbin said he is “excited” to announce his candidacy for the District 5 seat on the Washington County…
Read MoreBenita Crittendon questions Washington County officials over lack of FEMA reimbursement notification
[email protected] Washington County Commissioners reportedly not being informed of a delay in FEMA reimbursements before authorizing a $6 million line…
Read MoreCounty Administrator discusses staffing needs for building inspections, grant administration
[email protected] Washington County Administrator Jeff Massey brought up the need to hire staff to inspect buildings and administer grants during…
Read MoreCounty considers going with another state lobbyist
[email protected] The Washington County municipal government is looking to go with another lobbying firm to advocate for the area with…
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