Celebrate Economic Development Week 2024 in Washington County, MD by Participating in our EXPLORER’S CHALLENGE CONTEST

By MEDA Admin | Oct 15, 2024

HAGERSTOWN, MD (October 15, 2024) – Economic Development in Washington County focuses on enhancing the business climate, fostering job retention and growth, expanding the tax base, and improving the overall quality of life. Citizens play a crucial role in this process, as their purchasing decisions directly contribute to these objectives by supporting local businesses and stimulating economic activity.

Starting next Monday, October 21, 2024, the Washington County Department of Business and Economic Development invites all citizens to participate in an EXPLORER’S CHALLENGE CONTEST to promote Economic Development Week in the State of Maryland.  By participating in our EXPLORER’S CHALLENGE CONTEST, we are encouraging community members to engage, explore, and discover the unique business and product offerings within Washington County!

To participate in the EXPLORER’S CHALLENGE CONTEST, submit any of the following fun photos for entries into the drawing to win one of several $50 Visa gift cards!

  • Take a selfie in a business location
  • Group shots inside or in front of the location
  • Outside shots (Street view)
  • Merchandise offered
  • Showcase services provided
  • The business owner or manager (with permission)
  • Enjoying a food item or beverage from the business

We encourage participants to visit the different municipalities. For each municipality visited, participants can submit a photo to receive one entry into the drawing for a gift card. Up to 10 entries will be accepted for each individual.

Photos are to be submitted to: DBEDinfo@washco-md.net by Friday, October 25, 2024, at 12:00 pm. Winners will be notified by email.

Please, be safe & kind:

Remember to stay safe while taking photos and avoid any shot that puts you or others in danger. Always ask for permission before photographing anyone in the location.

Be sure to join us in celebrating and you may find yourself the winner of a $50 Visa gift card!

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