City of Winchester VA - Local Government

City of Winchester VA - Local Government The City of Wi******er is the local government entity serving the community of Wi******er, Virginia.

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The City of Wi******er shares information, images and video with the public through external social media websites. Comments made by the public to these sites are reviewed and, while comments will not be edited by City personnel, a comment may be deleted or hidden if it violates the comment policy described below (subject to amendment or modification at any time):
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Users should have no expectation of privacy when posting to a City site. Questions or concerns about the above policies and practices should be submitted to [email protected].

09/11/2026

Today marks the 25th Anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The City commemorates the efforts of first responders, recovery workers, community members, and all those who risked their lives and health for those we lost.

09/11/2026

Today’s 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Jim Barnett Park has been relocated inside the War Memorial Building. It will begin on time at 8:30 am.

09/10/2026

September is National Preparedness Month! Learn how to build a home emergency kit with Deputy Emergency Manager Joe Dame.

09/09/2026

Beginning at 3 am on Thursday, September 10, the water main supplying Shenandoah University's campus will be shut off for an emergency repair. Water service is anticipated to be restored by mid-morning on Thursday.

Shenandoah University will delay opening until 10 am on Thursday morning.

🔍 The search for the perfect tree is on!
09/09/2026

🔍 The search for the perfect tree is on!

The search is on for Old Town Wi******er’s 2026 Christmas tree! 🎄

Do you, or someone you know, have the perfect tree? We’re looking for a tree that is at least 30 feet tall and accessible by crane and flatbed.

Send nominations to [email protected]. Help us find the tree that will light up Old Town this holiday season!

09/08/2026

Hey! What are they doing over there? Join Public Services Deputy Director Kelly Henshaw as she tours the upcoming South End Fire Station with Wi******er Fire & Rescue Chief Drew Savage.

📣 ONE FOR SCHOOLS: Join us Thursday!The City of Wi******er VA and Wi******er Public Schools are hosting four Town Halls ...
09/07/2026

📣 ONE FOR SCHOOLS: Join us Thursday!

The City of Wi******er VA and Wi******er Public Schools are hosting four Town Halls to help residents learn about the One for Schools local sales tax referendum that will appear on the November ballot (and during early voting).

🏫 Sept. 10 | Frederick Douglass Elementary School | 6 p.m.

📅 Additional Town Halls:
Sept. 23 | Virginia Avenue Charlotte DeHart Elementary School | 6 p.m.
Oct. 15 | Daniel Morgan Middle School | 6 p.m.

Learn more about the referendum, proposed school projects and upcoming Town Halls: www.winchesterva.gov/1-for-schools

City Offices Closed for Labor Day – Monday, September 7. Here’s what you need to know!🏛 City offices, the Jim Barnett Pa...
09/03/2026

City Offices Closed for Labor Day – Monday, September 7. Here’s what you need to know!

🏛 City offices, the Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Wi******er Transit, and the Joint Judicial Center will be closed.

🏊‍♂️ The outdoor pool will be open, but the Rec Center will be closed.

♻️ City-wide, trash and recycling will be collected one day later than usual. Yard waste collection is canceled for the week.
• Ward 1 - Tuesday collection
• Ward 2 - Wednesday collection
• Ward 3 - Thursday collection
• Ward 4 - Friday collection

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Neighborhood Night at Harvest Ridge Park!It was wonderful to see neighbors conne...
08/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Neighborhood Night at Harvest Ridge Park!

It was wonderful to see neighbors connecting, enjoying the park’s new amenities, and learning more about City services and resources available to residents.

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15 N Cameron Street
Wi******er, VA
22601

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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