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- 08/11/2021 8:00 AM
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Broadband Survey Results
Results from the 2021 Broadband Survey are in. Thank you to the citizens who participated. Your feedback will help us map unserved areas that lack or have dissatisfactory internet service.
- 08/02/2021 9:00 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, September 2, 2021, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 08/02/2021 9:00 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, August 5, 2021, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 07/15/2021 8:34 AM
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Augusta County Courthouse Virginia Highway Marker to be Dedicated
The Augusta County Courthouse Virginia Historical Highway Marker will be dedicated and unveiled to the public on Wednesday, July 28, during a ceremony beginning at 5 p.m. on the front lawn of the courthouse.
- 07/01/2021 10:37 AM
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Your Input is Needed: Broadband Survey
The broadband survey closes Friday, July 16. Please take the survey especially if you live, work, or learn where internet is unavailable.
- 06/15/2021 8:00 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, July 1, 2021, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 06/07/2021 9:49 AM
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What's in your well water?
Pick up a sample kit to test the water quality of your well, cistern, or spring at 7:00 pm on Monday, June 21 at the Government Center and drop off your samples on Wednesday, June 23.
- 06/04/2021 9:30 AM
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Utility-Scale and Renewable Energy Survey Results
Here are the results of the solar survey. Although a vocal minority is hesitant, a majority supports utility-scale solar projects, even if their support is based on certain conditions.
- 05/27/2021 2:38 PM
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Circuit Court Clerk Announces Summer Interns
Ramona Shelton, junior at William and Mary, and Ben Allen, sophomore at Stuarts Draft High School, have been named Clerk’s interns for the summer.
- 05/25/2021 3:00 PM
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VDOT Sets Public Hearing for I-81 Auxiliary Lane Project in Augusta County
There will be a design public hearing for the I-81 southbound auxiliary lane project. The project includes replacement of the Route 635 (Barterbrook Road) bridge over I-81. The public hearing will be held on Wednesday, June 23, at the Frontier Culture Museum, from 4 to 7 p.m.
- 05/25/2021 9:24 AM
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June 8 Democratic and Republican Primary Elections
Elections will be held on June 8, 2021, for both the Democratic and Republican primaries. The deadline to vote early, in-person is Saturday, June 5.
- 05/21/2021 10:00 AM
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UPDATE: Stuarts Draft, Natural Chimneys Pools Open this Summer
Pools will be open this summer and swim lessons, open swim and private pool rentals will be offered. Both pools open Saturday, June 5.
- 05/18/2021 8:00 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, June 3, 2021, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 05/12/2021 3:44 PM
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Emergency Broadband Benefit Available
The Emergency Broadband Benefit, a new Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program, is a temporary benefit for eligible households to help lower the cost of internet service during the pandemic for families who are struggling.
- 05/12/2021 2:42 PM
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Imagine Your Story with the Augusta County Library's Summer Reading Program
Starting June 1 and running through July 31, you can participate in the Augusta County Library's 2021 Summer Reading Program, featuring the theme “Imagine Your Story,” with levels and prizes for children, teens, and adults.
- 05/10/2021 11:04 AM
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Round Hill Solar Request for Special Use Permit Withdrawn
The request for a Special Use Permit by Round Hill Solar has been withdrawn.
- 04/28/2021 3:40 PM
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Your Input is Needed: Utility-Scale Solar Survey
The interest in utility-scale solar projects is increasing. Let us know what you think about solar development and other renewable energy land uses by taking this quick survey by May 12.
- 04/24/2021 12:19 PM
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Augusta County Announces Passing of Anne Seaton
Augusta County announces with great sadness the sudden passing of Anne Seaton, wife of Supervisor Scott Seaton.
- 04/21/2021 1:00 PM
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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, May 6, 2021, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 04/16/2021 12:00 PM
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Employee of the Year and Award of Excellence Program Commends Employees' Dedication throughout Year of Challenges
IT technician Steve Montague was named Augusta County Employee of the Year. Montague was one of twelve individuals recognized as Award of Excellence recipients in 2020.