Reminder: We “spring forward” this weekend. ⏰
Which means we lose an hour of sleep… but gain an hour of confusion.
See you Monday running purely on caffeine and vibes.
Below is the Notice of Meeting and Agenda for the Thursday, March 12, 2026, Economic Development Authority meeting:
Below is the Notice of Meeting and Agenda for the Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Abingdon Arts Commission meeting:
🚧 Notice: Virginia Creeper Trail Parking Lot 🚧
The Virginia Creeper Trail parking lot at the Abingdon Trailhead (Green Spring Road) will be closed on Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6, 2026, as crews make several improvements and updates to the parking area. The parking lot will be open and available for parking during the weekend, and will be closed again March 9-13, 2026.
Additional parking is available at the lot off Kings Mountain Road. Parking is also available at The Meadows Sports Complex, with trail access behind the soccer fields.
We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the area for Trail patrons!
The Virginia Creeper Trail parking lot at the Abingdon Trailhead (Green Spring Road) will be closed on Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6, 2026, as crews make several improvements and updates to the parking area. The parking lot will be open and available for parking during the weekend, and will be closed again March 9-13, 2026.
Additional parking is available at the lot off Kings Mountain Road. Parking is also available at The Meadows Sports Complex, with trail access behind the soccer fields.
We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the area for Trail patrons!
Below is the Agenda for the Tourism Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, March 3, 2026:
Below is the Historic Preservation Review Board Notice of Meeting and Workshop Notice, as well as the Agendas for both:
Below is the Draft Agenda for the Monday, March 2, 2026, Town Council Meeting:
🚧 Notice: Virginia Creeper Trail Parking Lot 🚧
The Virginia Creeper Trail parking lot at the Abingdon Trailhead (Green Spring Road) will be partially closed as crews make several improvements and updates to the parking area. Please plan accordingly and expect limited parking during this time.
Additional parking is available at the lot off Kings Mountain Road. Parking is also available at The Meadows Sports Complex, with trail access behind the soccer fields.
We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the area for Trail patrons!
The Virginia Creeper Trail parking lot at the Abingdon Trailhead (Green Spring Road) will be partially closed as crews make several improvements and updates to the parking area. Please plan accordingly and expect limited parking during this time.
Additional parking is available at the lot off Kings Mountain Road. Parking is also available at The Meadows Sports Complex, with trail access behind the soccer fields.
We appreciate your patience as we work to enhance the area for Trail patrons!
🚧 Traffic Alert – Fuller Street Blocked 🚧
Fuller Street is currently blocked due to a disabled train on the tracks. There is no through access at this time.
Please use an alternate route and allow extra travel time. We will share updates as soon as the roadway is clear.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Fuller Street is currently blocked due to a disabled train on the tracks. There is no through access at this time.
Please use an alternate route and allow extra travel time. We will share updates as soon as the roadway is clear.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
🍀🚛 Feeling Lucky? It’s Bulk Trash Pickup for March! 🍀
This March, don’t rely on luck to make your junk disappear — we’ve got you covered! Got a sofa that’s older than your last four-leaf clover? A lamp that’s definitely not a treasure? Time to send it to the end of the rainbow (aka the curb).
Set your bulk items out on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and let our crew work their magic. No leprechauns required.
🌈 Don’t press your luck — get it to the curb!
This March, don’t rely on luck to make your junk disappear — we’ve got you covered! Got a sofa that’s older than your last four-leaf clover? A lamp that’s definitely not a treasure? Time to send it to the end of the rainbow (aka the curb).
Set your bulk items out on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and let our crew work their magic. No leprechauns required.
🌈 Don’t press your luck — get it to the curb!
Business License Renewals:
Town Administrative Offices are closed today, Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of President's Day.
Below is the Notice of Meeting and Agenda for the Planning Commission meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026:
Below is the Draft Agenda for the Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Town Council Meeting:
Below is the Draft Agenda for the Veterans Advisory Board meeting on Thursday, February 19, 2026:
TRAFFIC NOTICE
Due to downed power lines at 18.3 mile, Interstate 81 is blocked in both the northbound and southbound lanes. AEP is on the scene, as well as VDOT and the Virginia State Police, and are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Incident has also interrupted the traffic signals at Exit 17. Abingdon Police Department is on scene to direct traffic. Please use caution in the area and follow any directions from law enforcement.
Expect congestion and delays when traveling in the area, as well as when traveling through Town.
Town of Abingdon Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, in observance of President's Day.
The Town of Abingdon is developing a five-year Cultural Heritage Tourism Plan to identify priorities for the preservation of historic resources, development of historic and cultural experiences, marketing, and visitor engagement, strengthening the positive impact of tourism in our community.
Please take approximately 10 minutes to complete this 18-question survey by February 20, 2026. All responses will remain confidential and will be reported only in aggregate to help set goals and establish desired outcomes for the plan.
This survey will help us better understand community needs and ensure the plan reflects how we can best serve both Abingdon residents and visitors.
Please feel free to share this survey with anyone who would like to provide input and help shape the future of cultural heritage tourism in Abingdon.
If you have any questions or would like additional information about the survey or planning process, please contact Isaiah Thomas at ithomas@abingdon-va.gov or 276-628-3167.
To participate in the survey, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AbingdonCHT
Please take approximately 10 minutes to complete this 18-question survey by February 20, 2026. All responses will remain confidential and will be reported only in aggregate to help set goals and establish desired outcomes for the plan.
This survey will help us better understand community needs and ensure the plan reflects how we can best serve both Abingdon residents and visitors.
Please feel free to share this survey with anyone who would like to provide input and help shape the future of cultural heritage tourism in Abingdon.
If you have any questions or would like additional information about the survey or planning process, please contact Isaiah Thomas at ithomas@abingdon-va.gov or 276-628-3167.
To participate in the survey, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AbingdonCHT
Notice of Three or More for Abingdon Town Council:
Sinking Spring Cemetery Committee meeting for tonight, February 5, 2026, has been canceled:
