Rappahannock County Government

06/02/2026

Mark your calendars! Rappahannock County will be hosting a Household Harmful Waste & Electronic Recycling event.

What is household harmful waste? The EPA considers any material that is toxic, corrosive, chemically active, ignitable, or explosive as a harmful material. Many of these items are found throughout the home and garage. Proper use and disposal of these items are vital for the safety of your family and the environment.

📅: June 20, 2026
⏱️: 9:00am - 2:00pm
📍: CFC Farm & Home Center
12645 Lee Highway, Washington, VA 22747

For a full list of acceptable items, visit the Refuse Disposal/Recycling page at www.rappahannockcountyva.gov/refuse

06/02/2026

Check it out, Rappahannock County Park is featured in VACO Dark Sky Podcast.

On May 22, VACO released the latest episode of their County Pulse podcast "Dark Sky Parks and Reducing Light Pollution." They visit two dark sky certified parks (Staunton River State Park and Rappahannock County Park) to learn how these places take advantage of a neglected and diminishing natural resource, to provide recreational and educational opportunities to the public. They also explore how communities can reduce light pollution to preserve the night sky and improve the health of natural and human built environments. Rappahannock County Park is Virginia’s only County, dark-sky designated park.

Listen to the Podcast Energy Landscape of Virginia Episode 26 | Dark Sky Parks and Reducing Light Pollution We visit two dark sky certified parks to learn how these places take advantage of a neglected and diminishing natural resource, to provide recreational and educational opportunities to the pub...

06/02/2026

We are excited to announce that the RCPS Fit Kids Clinic will have summer hours at RCHS! To make an appointment, please call 540-793-1371. Save time and fill out the paperwork ahead of time! Visit https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/about-us/school-based-telehealth-visits/ for more details.

06/01/2026

Community Shred Event returns THIS Saturday, June 6th! 🎉

Grab your documents and meet us at Flatwood Refuse & Recycling Center between 9am - noon. See you there!

05/29/2026

‼️ Important information from our Rappahannock County Sheriff's Office.

During the Rappahannock County Graduation Ceremony tonight, the school speed zone light WILL be activated from 6pm to 9pm. Photo speed enforcement cameras will be active. You will see an increase in law enforcement presence as well to assist with traffic entering and exiting the school grounds. Please plan for possible delays and observe the reduced speeds limits for the safety of the graduates, families and staff members.

On May 29, 2026, during the Rappahannock County High School graduation ceremony, the 35 MPH school zone lights will be activated from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. During this time, photo speed enforcement cameras will be active. There will also be an increased law enforcement presence in the area to assist with traffic entering and exiting the school grounds. Please plan for possible delays and observe the reduced speed limit for the safety of graduates, families, and staff.

05/29/2026

Happy Graduation Day, Rappahannock Seniors! Wishing all of the graduates a future filled with success, happiness, and new adventures. Whether you're heading to college, the military, trade school, work, or discovering your next path, we know you'll continue to do amazing things!

Congratulations, Panthers! 💙💛

We are thrilled to celebrate the students of the Class of 2026!

05/28/2026

The Board of Supervisors will meet on Monday, June 1st at 2pm in the County Courthouse. There will be NO evening session.

For meeting details and agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/va/corva/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DUBHKA48D74C

05/20/2026

Memorial Day Closure Notice

County offices, Amissville Refuse & Recycling Center and Flatwood Refuse & Recycling Center will be closed on Monday, May 25th, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.

05/18/2026

The Rappahannock County Circuit Court is currently seeking a full-time, Deputy Clerk II to join their team.

Visit our website for a full job description and application: https://www.rappahannockcountyva.gov/how_do_i/apply_for__obtain/employment_opportunities.php