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- 10/20/2023 11:30 AM
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Augusta County Announces Opening of Crimora Park South River Access
Join us in celebrating the grand opening of Crimora Park's South River access site on November 2, 2023, at 11 am.
- 10/18/2023 11:59 AM
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Augusta County Seeks Public Feedback on Fire-Rescue Services
The county asks residents to participate in survey about fire-rescue services as part of the development of the Fire-Rescue strategic plan.
- 10/17/2023 2:30 PM
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Augusta County to Host Community Input Meetings for Comprehensive Plan
Augusta County will host five in-person, community input meetings in November to hear citizen comments, questions, and ideas for the future of Augusta County as part of an update to the county’s comprehensive plan.
- 10/13/2023 9:30 AM
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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, November 2, 2023, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 10/04/2023 11:30 AM
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Updated: Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals
There are updates to the scheduled public hearings that the Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct, 1:30 p.m., Thursday, October 5, 2023, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 10/02/2023 8:30 AM
Community Awareness
Cyber Security Month - Keeping Safe Online
For #CyberSecurityAwarenessMonth, take some simple steps to protect you and your family's online safety.
- 09/28/2023 2:30 PM
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Augusta County Finance receives GFOA's FY24 Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
The finance department has received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association, an achievement and reflection of commitment to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting.
- 09/21/2023 4:12 PM
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Voting in the November 7, 2023 Election
The General Election is on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Make sure you are registered and learn about the three ways you can cast your vote.
- 09/15/2023 3:00 PM
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Update: Crimora Park Lower Level Partially Open
The lower level of Crimora Park is partially open to the public for recreational access to the South River.
- 09/14/2023 11:00 AM
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Drought Warning Declared, Drought Resolution for Assistance to Farmers Adopted
With a drought warning in effect, there are measures citizens can take to reduce water usage.
- 09/05/2023 12:00 PM
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Augusta County Library among 215 libraries nationwide to conduct digital literacy trainings funded by PLA Digital Literacy Workshop Incentive, supported by AT&T
Augusta County Library will be conducting digital literacy workshops throughout the fall to help build digital skills within the community as part of a grant from the Public Library Association and ATT.
- 08/29/2023 3:00 PM
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Craigsville Library Station Extending Hours
Augusta County Library's Craigsville Station will offer extended hours starting September 1, 2023.
- 08/29/2023 12:00 PM
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Public Hearings for Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct Public Hearings at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2023, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 08/29/2023 12:00 PM
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Public Hearings for Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct Public Hearings at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 12, 2023, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 08/04/2023 12:00 PM
Reassessment Property Visits to Include Saturdays
The appraisal team from the Wampler-Eanes firm is inspecting real estate parcels and is expanding the work week to include Saturdays from 9am - 3 pm. Appraisers will wear identification cards issued by the county and have signs on their vehicles identifying themselves as reassessment employees.
- 07/31/2023 10:00 AM
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Fishersville Main Library Closed to the Public August 3, Limited Access August 4
Due to building maintenance, the Augusta County Library’s Fishersville location will be closed to the public on Thursday, August 3. Curbside services will be available from 10am – 5pm by calling (540)-949-6354 or (540)-885-3961.
- 07/20/2023 7:30 AM
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Public Hearings for Planning Commission
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct Public Hearings at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 8, 2023, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 07/07/2023 4:00 PM
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911 Director Amanda Irvine Embraces Change
ECC director Amanda Irvine has hit the ground running since her position became permanent in March. Learn about the changes for ECC that have led to rebuilding to a nearly full staff level and improved solutions for public safety.
- 07/06/2023 3:54 PM
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Video Tours Website for Visitors, New Residents and Businesses Launches
The community video tour gives visitors along with new and future residents and businesses an overview of life in Augusta County and includes topics such as education, healthcare, public safety, and outdoor recreation.
- 07/06/2023 9:15 AM
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Reassessment Request for Income and Expense Data from Business Property Owners
Wampler-Eanes, the firm conducting Augusta County's reassessment process, is requesting income and expenses data from commercial property and apartment property owners.