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- 08/17/2020 11:14 AM
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Four Fire-Rescue Members Recognized with Regional Awards
Four Augusta County Fire-Rescue members were recognized as regional EMS award winners by the Central Shenandoah EMS Council.
- 08/14/2020 4:04 PM
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Board of Supervisors Meeting Highlights
Here's a quick recap of Board actions from the meeting. The video of the meeting can be seen https://www.facebook.com/AugustaCountyVA/live_videos/.
- 08/12/2020 4:04 PM
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Greater Augusta Regional Tourism Receives $50,000 GO Virginia Grant
GART, comprised of the Staunton, Augusta, and Waynesboro tourism offices, has been awarded a $50,000 grant through the GO Virginia Economic Resilience and Recovery program. The grant will provide for a program encouraging locals and visitors to discover the region for day trips and overnight travel.
- 08/12/2020 3:23 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, September 3, 2020, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 08/05/2020 12:31 PM
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Pre-Charge Diversion and Litter Control Program Receives Virginia Association of Counties Award
VACo has recognized the program with a 2020 Achievement Award, a distinction honoring excellence in local government programs.
- 07/27/2020 2:53 PM
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Augusta County Announces Disaster Recovery Grants for Sole Proprietors
The Augusta County Economic Development Authority announces the release of a Disaster Recovery Grant Fund to help sole proprietors who are suffering from the costs of business interruption due to COVID-19.
- 07/17/2020 5:00 PM
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Natural Chimneys Campground to Reopen
The Natural Chimneys Campground will reopen on July 22. Online reservations are open.
- 07/15/2020 4:41 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, August 6, 2020, in the Board Meeting Room, Augusta County Government Center, 18 Government Center Lane, Verona, Virginia.
- 07/07/2020 2:46 PM
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Governor Northam Announces The Hershey Company to Invest $135 Million, Create 110 New Jobs in Augusta County
On June 30, 2020, Governor Ralph Northam announced that The Hershey Company will invest $135 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Augusta County. The company will increase production capacity at its existing facility in Stuarts Draft by 90,000 square feet and create 110 new jobs.
- 07/02/2020 4:30 PM
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- 07/02/2020 2:16 PM
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Reminder about Changes to Augusta County Noise Ordinance
With July 4th upon us, the Sheriff reminds us that the noise ordinance will be enforced between 11 pm and 6 am, reflecting recent changes to the ordinance.
- 06/26/2020 4:49 PM
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Augusta County Announces Disaster Recovery Grant Program
The newly created Disaster Recovery Grant Fund will help Augusta County businesses that are suffering from the impacts of business interruption due to COVID-19.
- 06/24/2020 10:05 AM
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Area Libraries Going Fine Free
All area libraries are going fine free and also forgiving past fines which makes it easier for everyone to enjoy the library and all it has to offer.
- 06/23/2020 9:30 AM
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Reminder: Tax Bills Due Friday, June 26
Follow these instructions to pay remotely.
- 06/22/2020 9:54 AM
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Economic Development Recognized for People of Augusta by VEDA
The Virginia Economic Developers Association recognized Augusta County with an honorable mention in its Community Economic Development Award program.
- 06/15/2020 2:50 PM
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Augusta County Enters Phase 2 of Reopening Plan
Though more services and amenities are available in Phase 2, the public is encouraged to continue the use of the drive-through window, drop box, and electronic methods to conduct business.
- 06/15/2020 11:01 AM
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Parks and Recreation Updates
Read on for the latest updates about amenities reopening this Friday, June 19.
- 06/10/2020 10:51 AM
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The Current View in June
Free PPE kits are available for local small businesses from the newly formed SAW MSA Recovery Task Force, learn the basics about agritourism, and toolkits for tourism partners for CARES Act guidance, research, marketing, and content strategy.
- 06/02/2020 5:00 PM
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Local Government and Agencies Collaborate for Recovery
Local agencies are collaborating to provide resources and support to small businesses for recovery.
- 06/01/2020 11:42 AM
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Public Hearings for Rezoning Request
Two hearings for a rezoning request will be conducted on June 9 and June 24. Sign up to speak remotely or in-person.