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Bedford Co. DSS Announces SNAP Information Hotline Nov. 3-7
SNAP recipients can call 540-586-7750 to speak with a team member about questions/concerns regarding benefits
10/30/2025 8:43 AM
Staying Safe During Hunting Season
Remember the ABC's of tree stand safety
10/17/2025 8:43 AM
Virginia's Fall Fire Season Begins Oct. 15
Residents urged to use extreme caution if burning outdoors
10/15/2025 11:02 AM
Temporary Disruptions to Non-Emergency Phone Line
From 11 p.m. on June 13 through 4 a.m. on June 14
06/12/2025 10:57 AM
Registration Now Open for EMT Course
Classes run from Aug. 13 through Nov. 12 2025 at Goode Rescue Squad
05/27/2025 10:11 AM
2025 Shred It & Drug Take Back Events
Bring unwanted/expired medications and personal papers to one of three events
03/14/2025 1:45 PM
Update: Graves Mill Road, Vista Centre Drive Reopen
Following propane gas leak that prompted business evacuations
02/27/2025 3:12 PM
Delayed Opening on Feb. 20, 2025
Government offices and waste services will open at 11 a.m.
02/19/2025 7:10 PM
Bedford Winter Warming Shelter Open 24/7 Until Feb. 24
Shelter is a ministry of St. John's Episcopal Church
02/19/2025 11:24 AM
Government Offices, Waste Services Closed on Feb. 19, 2025
Due to uncertainty of forecasts and out of an abundance of caution
02/18/2025 10:29 PM
4 p.m. Burning Law Takes Effect Feb. 15 - April 30
Law prohibits open-air burning prior to 4 p.m.
02/13/2025 3:43 PM
Special Operations Command Swiftwater Rescue Team Activated
Crew is on standby at Forest Fire Department
02/13/2025 10:34 AM
Bedford Winter Warming Shelter Open All Week
Will stay open 24/7 through Friday, Feb. 14 at 7 a.m.
02/12/2025 1:39 PM
Winter Weather Resources
Important websites and phone numbers for power outages, road conditions, etc.
02/10/2025 2:44 PM
There's Still Time to Apply for an SBA Disaster Loan
Available to homeowners, renters, non-profits, and businesses in lieu of Tropical Storm Helene
02/03/2025 1:56 PM
Power Returns for Most Residents Following Winter Storm
Some warming shelter operations continue
01/09/2025 11:08 AM
More Warming Shelters Open Following Winter Storm
Palestine Baptist Church, EastLake Community Church are able to host guests after their power was restored
01/08/2025 10:08 AM
Significant Power Outages Continue from Winter Storm
Announcements from Bedford County staff, including places to get warm and Sheriff's Office patrols
01/07/2025 1:19 PM
Winter Warming Shelter Extends Hours Due to Power Outages
Shelter now open all day Jan. 7 and through the overnight hours
01/06/2025 4:53 PM
Bedford County Community Connection - Winter 2025
Featuring an expansion of our animal shelter, 4 ways to connect with us in 2025, and a call for more Parks & Rec volunteers
12/31/2024 2:41 PM