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Staunton Named Tree City USA for 22nd Year
Staunton has once again been named a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation. This is the 22nd year the City has earned this award.
Parks & Rec Wins Governor’s Award
NatureRidge, Staunton’s natural playground, has earned the City a 2018 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award.
Staunton Kicks Off National Library Week April 8
The Staunton Public Library will join libraries nationwide April 8-14 in celebrating the many ways libraries lead their communities. Visit the library for special activities.
Pet of the Month: Andy
Each month we feature an animal at the Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center that needs a forever home. Check out our April Pet of the Month, and learn how to help.
Students Take the Helm as Model City Council
Students will run a model city council meeting on April 4 during Local Government Education Week. The event is a part of Mary Baldwin's civic engagement project.
City Council Begins Budget Review
City Council will meet over the next month to review the proposed City budget for the 2019 fiscal year. The public is invited to attend and participate in a public hearing.
Lot Improvements Help Environment
Work is set to begin March 20 on a project that will affect parking at the Wharf Parking Lot as well as the environment. Spaces facing Byers St. will be inaccessible.
Amended Off-Street Parking Law Helps Developers and Site Planners
The City of Staunton recently took steps to make landscape design easier for developers and site planners of commercial and housing developments.
Montgomery Hall Park Nationally Recognized
Montgomery Hall Park is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its historical and cultural significance. The park became a Virginia Landmark in 2017.
Pet of the Month: Princess Gimpy
Each month, we'll feature an animal that needs a forever home. Check out our Pet of the Month for March, located at the Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center.
Art Professor Offers Course for Visual Artists at Library
The Staunton Public Library has partnered with John Ros, an artist, art curator and professor, to host a professional practice course for visual artists at 6 p.m., March 14 at the Library.
Police Encourage Rabies Prevention After Rabid Cat Attacks
After two citizens were attacked by a rabid cat on Feb. 21, Staunton police are urging pet owners to be vigilant and keep current on rabies vaccinations.
Library to Host Book Launch of Thriller Novel Set in Staunton
Award-winning author Brad Parks will be at Bedlam Brewing to launch his new book, "Closer Than You Know," and host a fundraiser for the Friends of the Staunton Library.
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Burn Law Effective February 15
Low rainfall totals and dry conditions mean increased opportunities for widespread brush fires. A 4 p.m. burn law will go into effect on Feb. 15 to help prevent those fires.
File Your Income Taxes for Free
Valley residents can get free assistance with filing income tax returns through Valley VITA and the Commissioner of Revenue's office. Get the details.
Sarah Lynch Gets Key to the City
City Council gave Staunton entrepreneur Sarah Lynch the key to the City for her many contributions to Staunton's success, particularly through Queen City Mischief & Magic.
Mayor Gives 'State of the City' Address
Mayor Carolyn Dull gave her annual State of the City address on Thursday, Jan. 25, including an update on the City's economic standing.
Trek to Staunton by Electric Car
Traveling the Shenandoah Valley by electric car is no longer a thing of the future. Here's how you can get to Staunton and beyond in an electric vehicle.
Study Addresses Impact of Housing on Virginia’s Economy
A new study released by the Housing Policy Advisory Council found that the Staunton-Waynesboro metro area offers relatively low housing costs and access to homeownership opportunities.