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Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting for New Staunton Augusta Waynesboro Animal Shelter (SAWAS) in Verona

Staunton, Augusta County, and Waynesboro invite the community to celebrate the opening of the new Staunton Augusta Waynesboro Animal Shelter (SAWAS) facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 4 p.m. at 1011 Lee Highway in Verona.

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Public Hearings for the Comprehensive Plan

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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | October 2, 2025

The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | September 24, 2025

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearing at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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SAW Radio Project to Begin Testing Sept. 8

The SAW (Staunton-Augusta-Waynesboro) Region will be conducting area coverage testing to support their current upgrade to a new regional radio system.

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Household Hazardous Waste Clean-Up Day 2025

Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro residents are invited to bring household hazardous waste materials to the Waynesboro facilities shop for safe disposal on Saturday, September 20 from 8:30 a.m. until noon for the annual Household Hazardous Waste Clean-Up Day.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | August 27, 2025

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearing at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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Augusta County Launches New Community Academy to Engage and Educate Residents

Apply to join the first 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.

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Public Hearings for Planning Commission | August 12, 2025

The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing at 7 pm, Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | July 23, 2025

The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearing at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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Augusta County Invites Public to Review Comprehensive Plan Draft, Share Feedback at Community Meetings

Residents, business owners, and community members are invited to attend one of five upcoming community meetings to review the draft of the Comprehensive Plan and share feedback.

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Public Hearings for Board of Zoning Appeals | August 7, 2025

The Augusta County Board of Zoning Appeals will conduct Public Hearings at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, August 7, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Augusta County Announces Grant Opportunities for Local Tourism-Related Businesses

The Tourism Marketing & Expanded Facilities Grant Program will fund new marketing campaigns for local events or businesses as well as the expansion of tourism-related facilities in Augusta County. Contact Augusta County tourism staff to learn more about applying for the grant.

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Public Hearings for Board of Supervisors | June 25, 2025

Updated: One public hearing has been deferred. The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will conduct a Public Hearings at the 7 p.m. meeting, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia

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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, July 3, 2025, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Augusta County Parks and Recreation Invites the Community to Play All Day

Augusta County invites you to get outside and Play All Day at activities across its parks, joining a statewide initiative to celebrate the importance of play on June 20, 2025.

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Where to Dispose of Waste in Augusta County

Augusta County has options for residents to dispose of waste safely and conveniently.

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Draft Days: A Day of Play at Stuarts Draft Park, this Saturday, May 31

Draft Days is happening this Saturday, May 31, from 11 am to 3 pm at Stuarts Draft Park and Pool. This free event promises something for everyone, so bring your family and friends to join the festivities.

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Public Hearings for Planning Commission | June 10, 2025

The Augusta County Planning Commission will conduct Public Hearings at 7 pm, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in the Board Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.

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Augusta County Extends First Half of Real Estate Taxes Due Date to June 18, 2025

Augusta County has extended the due date for the first half of real estate taxes. Traditionally set for June 5, taxpayers now have until June 18, 2025, to submit their payment without incurring penalties or interest.