Clarke County, Virginia

Clarke County, Virginia This is the official Clarke County, Virginia, page. It is the eighth smallest county in Virginia.

Clarke County is 178-square miles (113,920 acres) of fertile farmland, thriving businesses, residential neighborhoods, the Blue Ridge Mountains with 22 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and the Shenandoah River (21.6 miles). Its seat, Berryville, sits at the intersection of U.S. 340 (Lord Fairfax Highway) and Va. 7 (Harry Byrd Highway). Berryville is the center of commercial, residential, institutio

nal, and industrial activity for the county. The state Senate established Clarke County on March 8, 1836, when it was separated from Frederick County. It is named for George Rogers Clark (no “e”), a Virginian who became the highest-ranking American military officer on the northwestern frontier during the American Revolutionary War. Today, Clarke County (population 14,500) remains primarily a rural, agricultural county, continuing a tradition begun in colonial times.

Pet of the Week: Zeus is a 6-year-old German Shepherd/hound mix. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but it ...
06/08/2026

Pet of the Week: Zeus is a 6-year-old German Shepherd/hound mix. He can be a little shy when meeting new people, but it doesn't take long for him to warm up—especially if you happen to have a treat in hand!

One of Zeus's favorite activities is swimming, so he'd love a family that enjoys spending time outdoors and making a splash. He appears to do well with other dogs, though a meet and greet is required to ensure a good fit.

Zeus is up-to-date on all shots and is microchipped. His adoption fee is $50.

If you can give Zeus a good life, please complete a pre-adoption application: www.clarkecounty.gov/government/animal-control-shelter

For more information or to visit Zeus, contact the Clarke Animal Shelter at (540) 955-5104 or [email protected] located at 225 Ramsburg Lane, Berryville, VA 22611.

SHELTER HOURS:
• 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
• 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday
• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
• CLOSED Sunday, Wednesday, and holidays

Monthly Myth Buster Monday🔍In this series, we will try to address issues we are hearing about in the community or on soc...
06/08/2026

Monthly Myth Buster Monday🔍

In this series, we will try to address issues we are hearing about in the community or on social media. Our hope is to educate and inform.

Visit clarke.recdesk.com to view or register for classes, programs, and camps.

View the Clarke County Parks and Recreation Summer Program Guide: https://www.clarkecounty.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/15154/639110667145200000

*UPDATE* Various roads – Flagger traffic control for utility work on parts of Route 606 (Feltner Road/Mount Carmel Road)...
06/07/2026

*UPDATE* Various roads – Flagger traffic control for utility work on parts of Route 606 (Feltner Road/Mount Carmel Road), Route 621 (Briggs Road), and Route 649 (Feltner Road), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through July 3.

For updated traffic alerts and travel information dial 511, visit https://511.vdot.virginia.gov or download the mobile app.

The VDOT Customer Service Center operates 24/7 to help roadway users report potential hazards, make service requests or get information related to Virginia’s transportation network. Use its mobile friendly website or call 800-367-7623.

A message from the Clarke County Treasurer's Office:Today is the day, Clarke County! Property and Real Estate taxes are ...
06/05/2026

A message from the Clarke County Treasurer's Office:

Today is the day, Clarke County! Property and Real Estate taxes are due by midnight tonight.

If you haven't paid yet, there's still time to take care of it from the comfort of your couch, favorite chair, or front porch swing.

Pay online anytime before midnight at tax.clarkecounty.gov and check one more thing off your list before the weekend begins

Don't wait until 11:59 PM... the clock is moving faster than it seems! ⏰

This week, school is out for the summer! This group of costumed children are dressed up for the Blue Ridge Country Day...
06/04/2026

This week, school is out for the summer! This group of costumed children are dressed up for the Blue Ridge Country Day School’s Commencement Theatrical Play in 1928.

Image and text provided by Clarke County Historical Association

A message from the Clarke County Treasurer's Office:Property Tax Deadline Reminder ⏰The deadline to pay your Clarke Coun...
06/01/2026

A message from the Clarke County Treasurer's Office:

Property Tax Deadline Reminder ⏰

The deadline to pay your Clarke County real estate and personal property taxes is this Friday at midnight!

So far, taxpayers have embraced the convenience of the Clarke County Online Taxpayer Portal:

✅ 2,911 online payments submitted since bills were mailed
✅ More than $1.8 million collected through online payments
✅ 2,154 E-Check payments made with NO transaction or processing fees
✅ 757 credit card payments processed online

Why write a check, find a stamp, and hope the mail arrives on time?

Pay online anytime, day or night, at tax.clarkecounty.gov and avoid the 10% late payment penalty that applies after the deadline.

For questions, please contact the Clarke County Treasurer's Office at (540) 955-5160

Despite significant precipitation across the Commonwealth in recent days, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quali...
06/01/2026

Despite significant precipitation across the Commonwealth in recent days, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) in coordination with the Drought Monitoring Task Force (DMTF) continued the existing drought advisory statuses for Virginia. All of Virginia is in a drought warning with the exception of Isle of Wight County in southeast Virginia, which remains in a drought watch. Recent storms greatly improved streamflow and upper soil moisture, with most localities receiving between two to four inches of rain on average. However, deeper soil moisture and groundwater remain much below normal.

In Clarke County, all 3 groundwater monitoring wells are still below the 10th percentile for this time of the year. The streamflow gages for Dry Marsh Run and Spout Run are below the 25th percentile and 10th percentile, respectively. Long-term outlooks for groundwater levels remain a concern and will take a prolonged period of rainfall to recover. There is no significant rainfall forecasted over the next 14 days and without significant rainfall, the drought could worsen as temperatures rise and rates of evapotranspiration increase.

Private well users are encouraged to engage in these voluntary water conservation efforts: https://www.clarkecounty.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/14703/639040913392970000

Pet of the Week: Tink & Tank are a 5-year-old bonded pair of pitties.They absolutely love affection and will happily soa...
06/01/2026

Pet of the Week: Tink & Tank are a 5-year-old bonded pair of pitties.

They absolutely love affection and will happily soak up all the pets, cuddles, and attention you can give. Tink & Tank appear to get along well with other dogs and cats.

They are up-to-date on all shots and are microchipped. Adoption fees will be discounted for an approved adopter committed to keeping them both together.

If you can give Tink & Tank a good life, please complete a pre-adoption application: www.clarkecounty.gov/government/animal-control-shelter

For more information or to visit Tink & Tank, contact the Clarke Animal Shelter at (540) 955-5104 or [email protected] located at 225 Ramsburg Lane, Berryville, VA 22611.

SHELTER HOURS:
• 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
• 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday
• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
• CLOSED Sunday, Wednesday, and holidays
Clarke County Humane Foundation

*NEW* Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) – Eastbound and westbound alternating closures for bridge work between Route 340 (Lor...
05/31/2026

*NEW* Route 7 (Harry Byrd Highway) – Eastbound and westbound alternating closures for bridge work between Route 340 (Lord Fairfax Highway) and Business Route 7 (Audley Lane/East Main Street), 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday.

*NEW* Various roads – Flagger traffic control for utility work on parts of Route 606 (Feltner Road/Mount Carmel Road) and Route 649 (Feltner Road), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 1 through July 3.

For updated traffic alerts and travel information dial 511, visit https://511.vdot.virginia.gov or download the mobile app.

The VDOT Customer Service Center operates 24/7 to help roadway users report potential hazards, make service requests or get information related to Virginia’s transportation network. Use its mobile friendly website or call 800-367-7623.

This 1930s photograph features the exterior of Locke’s Store in Millwood, VA, which has served the community as a gene...
05/28/2026

This 1930s photograph features the exterior of Locke’s Store in Millwood, VA, which has served the community as a general store since 1836.

Image and text provided by Clarke County Historical Association

Address

101 Chalmers Court
Berryville, VA
22611

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15409555103

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