Do you have any questions about Washington County?
@oldtimeengineer26
3 жыл бұрын
I grew up around Washington pa over 60 years ago and for the most part I fill it has gone down hill ever since.
@markknowspittsburgh
3 жыл бұрын
I think it is going to make a comeback!!
@oldtimeengineer26
3 жыл бұрын
@@markknowspittsburgh I hope it does
@accousticdecay
2 жыл бұрын
I lived in Washington when trolleys were running (and smelly buses), and the big employers were several steel ,mills, coal mines, glass factories, trucking companies, and manufacturing industries. Not a single store in uptown was boarded up.
@markknowspittsburgh
2 жыл бұрын
Have you been back recently? Some promising new developments.
@accousticdecay
2 жыл бұрын
I hope so. Go, Washington!
@cathleenweston3541
Жыл бұрын
My ancestors settled there in 1778. Smith Township. Reed Mcnary family. Can you imagine what it was like then before Coal?. I will go one day because it is my people's land. They started in York. They were Presbyterian Ulster Scots of course!
@markknowspittsburgh
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, that is really amazing!
@mackenziecampbell5728
11 ай бұрын
I used to live like 10 mins from W&J then I moved to Avella (still in Washington county) the city of Washington isn’t to bad to live in I was super close (like 10 mins away) from Walmart, target, and other restaurants. It just gets boring after a while when you’ve lived there for a few years tbh.
@markknowspittsburgh
10 ай бұрын
Yes, I could see that. But there does seem to be momentum for turning these around and becoming more vibrant. I suspect as housing becomes more and more expensive and limited - places like Washington will become more popular.
@supkoopertttt8777
2 жыл бұрын
Most beautiful area in the world!!!
@markknowspittsburgh
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is a very scenic area - rolling hills, wooded areas, and housing/retail development is mindful of this (for the most part).
@supkoopertttt8777
2 жыл бұрын
@@markknowspittsburgh racing on them downgrade roads is the best! Lol
@candlewik1
4 жыл бұрын
I have a question about schools. here in Florida if you do not like the assigned school for a home, we have the option of attending a Magnet school. Do you have to attend the assigned school for your address?
@markknowspittsburgh
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Bill. Great question. The only district that allows school choice within the district (through magnet schools or open enrollment) is the Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS). PPS is by far the regions biggest district - over 20,000 students attending 50+ schools. But that district is relatively small compared to county systems in Florida. If you live outside of the city of Pittsburgh most districts are relatively small - 2 or 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. So the only (public) school you can attend is your assigned school. There are 500 school districts in PA. There are 43 districts in Allegheny County. So school choice” as a concept is really based on where you decide to live. Does that answer your question?
@candlewik1
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, that is some very useful information. My wife and I really enjoy your videos, keep them up. When we’re ready we’ll definitely reach out to you for our realtor needs.
@tamikafowlers6068
Жыл бұрын
Wow I grew up in Washpa and back in the 80s people in the burgh called us the land of cousin effers!!!
@markknowspittsburgh
Жыл бұрын
Well, there are a lot of jerks out there. Probably just projecting their own insecurities (or behavior). Washington has tons of potential!
@ATVRider101321
2 жыл бұрын
What about the real Washington?? Show the real city of Washington.
@markknowspittsburgh
2 жыл бұрын
Washington PA is getting back on track. New developments and new energy. Have you lived there before?
@josephdale69
2 жыл бұрын
Are masks required in schools there?
@markknowspittsburgh
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, currently there is a statewide mandate but set to expire soon. Starting January 2022, mask requirement will be a decision made by each local school district. I suspect some of the more conservative leaning school districts will not require masks and while other districts (primarily in Allegheny County) will continue to require masks.
@boostedlife9324
3 жыл бұрын
Washington county blows
@markknowspittsburgh
3 жыл бұрын
Hmm 🤔 I guess since it is relatlively flat in Washington County compared to other parts of Western PA that there is more wind down there 💨!
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