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- 06/12/2026 5:00 PM
Augusta Regional Landfill Announces Increase in Tipping Fees Effective July 1
The Augusta Regional Landfill will be implementing an increase in tipping fees effective July 1, 2026.
- 06/10/2026 8:30 AM
Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | June 24, 2026
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia
- 06/09/2026 9:30 AM
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Augusta County Community Academy Returns for 2026, Offering Residents an Inside Look at Local Government
Apply by July 17 to join the 2026 cohort of the Augusta County Community Academy, a program to give individuals who live, work, and play in Augusta an inside look into how local government operates.
- 06/09/2026 8:00 AM
Public Hearing for Planning Commission | June 9, 2026
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing at 7 pm, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 06/05/2026 2:43 PM
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Augusta County Celebrates Opening of New Courthouse
Augusta County leaders, members of the judiciary, project partners, and approximately 500 community members gathered on June 3, 2026, to celebrate the opening of the new Augusta County Courthouse with a ribbon cutting ceremony.
- 05/27/2026 5:00 PM
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First Half of Real Estate Taxes Due June 5, 2026
Augusta County first-half of real estate taxes are due on Friday, June 5, 2026. Submit payment on or before June 5 to avoid incurring penalties or interest.
- 05/21/2026 3:41 PM
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Augusta County Celebrates New Courthouse with Ribbon Cutting and Open House
The community is invited to celebrate the opening of the new Augusta County Courthouse at a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 3, 2026, at 4pm. An open house to view public areas of the building will follow the ceremony until 7pm.
- 05/20/2026 8:30 AM
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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | May 27, 2026
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia
- 05/19/2026 10:30 AM
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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | June 4, 2026
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, June 4, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 05/13/2026 1:30 PM
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Joint Public Hearing for VDOT Secondary Six -Year Plan | May 27, 2026
The Virginia Department of Transportation and the Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Joint Public Hearing at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia
- 05/06/2026 8:00 AM
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Public Hearing for Planning Commission | May 12, 2026
The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing at 7 pm, Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 04/24/2026
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Augusta County Board of Supervisors Adopts FY2027 Budget
The Board of Supervisors voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and the 2026 tax rates at their regular meeting on April 22.
- 04/23/2026 4:49 PM
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Augusta County Announces Grant Opportunities for Local Tourism-Related Businesses
“Marketing & Expanded Facilities Grant Program” provides funding for projects supporting tourism in Augusta County. Interested applicants will have until June 1, 2026 to submit an application.
- 04/23/2026 2:30 PM
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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | May 7, 2026
The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 04/22/2026 12:13 PM
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Beloved Library Icon “Lucy the Dinosaur” Stars in New Children’s Book
The Augusta County Library's iconic handmade dinosaur, Lucy, stars in a new children's book by the Friends of the Augusta County Library Foundation and library staff, Lucy the Library Dinosaur and the Big Day.
- 04/17/2026 2:23 PM
Public Safety Announcement: Open Burning Advisory
- 04/06/2026 8:30 AM
Community AwarenessTax Information
New High Mileage Tax Adjustment Offered
Is your vehicle a high-miler? You could qualify for a tax adjustment and save money.
- 04/03/2026 3:45 PM
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget, Proposed Tax Rates, Public Hearings
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing for the fiscal year 2026-2027 (FY27) advertised budget and proposed tax rates on April 15, 2026, at 7 pm. Materials for the FY27 Budget can be found on the County's Budget page.
- 04/03/2026 1:30 PM
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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | April 22, 2026
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia
- 04/03/2026 10:01 AM
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Dick Huff Lane in Verona Closed April 10 – 13 for Rail Crossing Work
Dick Huff Lane, the main entry way into the Government Center, will be closed April 10-13. Please use the suggested detours.
