Hello Hagerstown! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Overnight I-70 and I-81 detours, outdoor movies in the park, and AirPower History Tour + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Overnight traffic updates: Overnight detours at the I-70 and I-81 interchange near Hagerstown continue tonight, June 24, 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., ending Thursday night, with completion expected by Friday morning, June 26 -- get the full details.
Park upgrades continue: Washington County has completed resurfacing the tennis courts at Martin L. “Marty” Snook Park, improving safety and play. More court improvement projects are scheduled at other locations too -- see what’s planned next.
Student health support returns: A $2,000 United Way of Washington County grant restored mobile dental care for hundreds of students after a mechanical issue sidelined the clinic, returning services to the Hagerstown area -- read how services resumed.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Plant person pit stop: Whether you're coaxing life into a shady corner or planning a full backyard reboot, Lovell's Nursery has the plants, trees, shrubs, mulch, soil, and stone you need, plus landscape design/build if you'd rather hand them the shovel. Peek at their events for visiting food trucks.
Local reset button: Cabin fever creeping in? Martin “Marty” L. Snook Memorial Park has kid-magnet play areas including the Mythical Woods, lighted tennis and basketball courts, a one-mile walking trail, softball and Little League fields, a 25-meter pool, and Central Bark for the pup. Easy choice for a quick mood upgrade.
Low-key local hang: Whether you’re meeting a friend or just escaping the group chat for a minute, R & K Pub hits that sweet spot of friendly faces, straightforward pours, and zero pretension. It’s the kind of neighborhood bar where you exhale, catch a vibe, and maybe stay longer than planned.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
✈ AirPower History Tour @ Hagerstown Aviation Museum | Wednesday (6/24) at 9:00 AM – Hagerstown Regional is swapping commuter hops for legends as the AirPower History Tour rolls in. Warbirds like the B-29 Superfortress FIFI, the P-51 Mustang, and a C-47 are giving rides, because your weekend could use more radial engines, and fewer errands.
🎸 BYR rocks Smithsburg Community Carnival @ Smithsburg Community Vol. Fire Co. 7 | Thursday (6/25) at 7:00 PM – BYR is back at the Smithsburg Community Carnival, serving up rock to go with funnel cake, games, and that one ride you swear you’re too old for. Classic tunes, better people-watching, and small-town comfort, with zero pretension, plenty of napkins, and lawn chairs strictly optional.
🎬 Outdoor Movies in City Park @ Hagerstown City Park | Friday (6/26) at 7:00 PM – Free movies at the City Park Band Shell, starting at dusk. Bring a blanket, a lawn chair, or grab a bench, snag concessions, and enjoy a lineup from Zootopia to Ferris Bueller. Basically your living room, only with fireflies, and fewer remotes.
🚂 Living History Days @ City Park Train Hub | Saturday (6/27) at 10:00 AM – Whether you grew up waving at No. 202 or think steam is just for lattes, the Train Hub's Living History Days drop you into the 1940s. Chat with living historians and retired rail folks, hear stories, and remember why slow travel used to mean something.
🚙 Jeep Jam @ Hub City Vineyard Church | Saturday (6/27) at 12:00 PM – If your Jeep needs an audience, Jeep Jam at HCV has food trucks, trophies, and early bird dash plaques, all in full tie-dye splendor, with proceeds backing Night to Shine. It’s peak Hagerstown, equal parts show-and-shine, community hangout, and feel-good excuse to leave the driveway.
🛼 Skate Night Fundraiser @ Turner's Skate Palace | Saturday (6/27) at 4:30 PM – Skate night is taking over Turner's Skate Land for a fundraiser that keeps it blissfully simple at $10, skates included. Cue the mirror ball, the playlist from your youth, and just enough wobble to feel virtuous ordering pie afterward.
🍋 Gio's Lemonade Stand @ Gio's Pizzeria | Sunday (6/28) at 2:00 PM – Patio weather calls for live music, face painting, raffles, and freshly squeezed lemonade at Gio's, all benefiting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Named for their son, a childhood cancer survivor, this one hits home, and your citrus fix somehow doubles as philanthropy, which feels pretty great.
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07 — The Hagerstown report Weather forecastToday — High: 83°F — Low: 60°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 60. South wind 1 to 6 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 86°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 7%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 2 to 12 mph. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Chance of precipitation is 40%. This house is wildThis gorgeous Fountainhead Classic keeps the good stuff coming, from the slate-floored foyer and light-filled bay-window living room to the fully remodeled kitchen with high-end appliances, gas cooking, island seating, and a beverage center. Hardwood runs throughout the main level, and the finished lower level brings a massive bar, extra kitchen, and serious entertaining space.
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