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02/13/2026

The filing period for candidates seeking to serve as Mayor or one of two Town Council Members is now open, with a firm deadline approaching.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/02/13/smithsburg-announces-filing-deadline-and-key-dates-for-upcoming-mayoral-and-council-elections/

02/09/2026

The Smithsburg Mayor and Council convened on Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026, addressing a range of municipal matters including financial transparency, proposed environmental initiatives, and updates to town ordinances.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/02/08/smithsburg-council-tackles-financial-reporting-stormwater-projects-and-traffic-ordinances/

01/13/2026

Washington County, Maryland, has announced the successful preservation of an additional 15.22 acres of agricultural land in Smithsburg, a move that brings the county closer to its goal of preserving nearly 43,000 acres.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/01/12/washington-county-secures-additional-farmland-preservation-nearing-significant-milestone/

01/11/2026

The meeting began with a moment of silence for former Mayor Mickey Myers, who served the town for two decades and passed away on December 10th.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/01/11/town-of-smithsburg-holds-first-meeting-of-2026-honors-former-mayor/

01/05/2026

A neighbor discovered the smoke emanating from the unoccupied garage and promptly contacted emergency services.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/01/05/state-fire-marshal-seeks-leads-for-smithsburg-garage-fire/

01/01/2026

Upon claiming his prize, Groulx expressed disbelief, stating that the reality of his winnings had not yet fully settled in.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2026/01/01/resident-hits-big-with-50000-ravens-scratch-off-win-at-smithsburg-act/

12/18/2025

The Town of Smithsburg’s Water Street Streetscape Project will receive funding for street repair and the integration of storm water infrastructure.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2025/12/17/western-maryland-communities-receive-over-1-8-million-for-revitalization-projects/

11/18/2025

The Town of Smithsburg, Maryland, has successfully completed a community tree planting project on the Geiser Way Lot, a prominent location along MD Route 64. The initiative, supported by the Maryland Urban and Community Forestry Committee (MUCFC) and the MDOT Urban Tree Program, saw over 60 volunteers come together to enhance the local environment.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2025/11/18/smithsburg-tree-planting-initiative-a-huge-success/

09/16/2025

The Town of Smithsburg is preparing to revitalize a vacant lot on Geiser Way and North Main Street through a significant tree planting effort, according to information released by the committee. This initiative is bolstered by substantial grant funding and community involvement. The project aims to transform the currently underutilized space into a greener, more vibrant area for residents.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2025/09/16/smithsburg-gears-up-for-transformative-tree-planting-initiative/

09/02/2025

Welcome to the September issue of the Smithsburg Bugle!
Starting with this issue of The Smithsburg Bugle, we'll be publishing the first week of each month instead of the last week.

This transition allows us to add just a few more days to publishing deadline, as well as be more in line with other monthly publications.

The Smithsburg Bugle has reached a significant milestone, marking three months of operation with impressive digital distribution numbers. Since its launch, the publication has seen over 1,000 downloads, a noteworthy achievement for a local newspaper serving a community of 3,194 residents. This strong digital engagement indicates a growing interest in local news and provides a solid foundation as the Bugle continues to expand its reach.

Download now: https://smithsburg.rfhcnews.com/2025/09/smithsburg-bugle-vol-i-issue-iii-sept.html

08/30/2025

Smithsburg residents will experience a significant shift in how building permits and inspections are handled beginning September 9, 2025. As announced by the town, all such services will be managed by the Washington County Permits Office, located at 747 Northern Ave in Hagerstown, Maryland. This change aims to streamline the permitting process for individuals and contractors alike.

Read more: https://radiofreehubcity.com/2025/08/30/smithsburg-residents-to-see-permitting-services-transition-to-washington-county/

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