🎄 Christmas Parade Advisory ✨
Today is the big day - the 58th Annual Abingdon Christmas Parade!
For the benefit and safety of all visitors and spectators, there will be NO ❌ parking on Main Street, beginning at 2:30pm. Parking is available on numerous side streets and in parking lots throughout downtown. Please check our previous post for details on the parade route, road closures, and detours.
Please drive carefully near the parade route:
• 🚧 Expect road closures and delays
• 👀 Watch for pedestrians, especially children
• 🚗 Keep a safe distance from floats and marchers
• 📵 Avoid distractions—stay off your phone
• 🎅 Follow directions from police, fire fighters, and event staff
Thank you for helping keep our community safe!
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🎄Join us for the 58th Annual Abingdon Christmas Parade🎄
📆 Saturday December 6, 2025 at 5:30 PM
A few things have changed this year! Please check out the detailed maps below to learn more!
⛄️ To those participating in the parade:
-The staging area is located on West Main Street, between Preston Street and Porterfield Highway and will open at 3:30 PM. All parade participants must access the staging area via West Main Street from Porterfield Highway (or Holston Street).
-Parade participants may be dropped off near Holston Street and Main Street. Non-parade vehicles will NOT be permitted past Holston Street, into the staging area.
🎄To our community members and visitors:
-The parade route runs along Main Street, starting at Preston Street and ending at Tanner Street.
-For the benefit and safety of all visitor and spectators, there will be NO ❌ parking on Main Street from 2:30 PM until the conclusion of the parade. Ample parking is available on side streets and in nearby parking lots.
🚙 Please note:
-Main Street will close to ALL traffic at 5 PM and will remain closed until pedestrian traffic and parade traffic has cleared. Please plan your route accordingly.
☎️ Questions regarding the parade: Kiwanis Club of Abingdon https://abingdonkiwanis.org
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Buckle up. Every trip, every time.
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Abingdon Police Department wishes everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
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Yesterday, Chief Holbrook and our officers were grateful to take part in United Way and Food City’s 19th annual Celebrity Bagging event, helping bag groceries and raise support for local programs ahead of Thanksgiving.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by and donated. Your generosity makes a real difference!
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Yesterday, our officers were treated to an incredible Thanksgiving meal thanks to the generous security team at Food City/KVAT Foods Inc. Your kindness and support mean so much to our department, especially to those working the holiday to keep our community safe. 🙏🚓
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
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The Abingdon Police Department recently partnered with the Southwest Virginia Medical Reserve Corps for the National Drug Take Back event at Food City. Thanks to our community’s participation, we collected and safely turned over more than 30 pounds of unused or expired medications 💊 for proper disposal by the DEA.
If you or someone you know needs to safely dispose of medications, visit takethemback.org to find a drop-off location near you 📍. Together, we’re helping keep our community healthier and safer.
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Celebrating Leadership Excellence!
The Abingdon Police Department is proud to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of our two lieutenants, Lt. Jennings and Lt. Riley!
Last week, both officers successfully completed the FBI Command Leadership Institute (CLI) - a distinguished program through the FBI-Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA). This intensive course equips law enforcement leaders with the tools and strategies to meet the challenges of command-level leadership.
We are especially proud to announce that Lt. Jennings has completed the entire FBI-LEEDA Trilogy, finishing all three leadership courses - a tremendous achievement and commitment to professional excellence!
Please join us in congratulating Lt. Jennings and Lt. Riley on their hard work and dedication. Their continued growth strengthens our department and the community we serve.
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🚨 NOW HIRING: POLICE OFFICER 🚨
Join the team at the Town of Abingdon, VA and make a real difference in the community!
🔹 Full-time position with the Abingdon Police Department
🔹 Starting salary approx. $51,600 for uncertified applicants (experienced/certified candidates DOE)
🔹 Excellent benefits: medical, dental, vision; Virginia hazardous-duty retirement; paid training, leave & holidays
🔹 Serve a vibrant community in beautiful historic Abingdon, VA
📋 What we’re looking for:
• U.S. citizen & 21 yrs or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Virginia law enforcement certification preferred but not required
➡️ Click here to apply: https://abingdon.applicantpro.com/jobs/2788659
The Town of Abingdon is an equal opportunity employer.
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🥫🧺This holiday season, Abingdon Police Department is proud to partner with Feeding Southwest Virginia as a local food collection site.
We invite our community to help make a difference by bringing nonperishable, unexpired food donations to Abingdon Police Department Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, from now until December 19th.
Take a look at the flyer to learn more!🥫🍽️
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Congratulations to Abingdon Police Department's Officer Gardner on completion of Field Training Officer School! He will be a key part of our agency's training program for new officers.
✔️Lock Doors
✔️Remove Valuables
✔️Secure Outbuildings
✔️Turn on an Outdoor Light
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At 9 PM, take a few minutes to ensure your doors are locked and valuables secured! Small steps = big PREVENTION. #9PMRoutine #AbingdonVA #Virginia #communitypolicing
The Town of Abingdon Trick-or-Treat event will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 4:00pm to 6:30pm along Main Street. Drivers should expect heavy pedestrian traffic and possible delays in the downtown area during this time.
To ensure a safe evening for everyone:
🚸Stay alert - Watch closely for families crossing the street
🚗Reduce your speed - Slow down, especially in the area of the event
🚫Avoid distractions - Stay off your phone and keep your eyes on the road
🚦Follow officer direction - Officers will be present to assist with traffic control and pedestrian crossings
💡Use headlights early - Increase visibility for trick-or-treaters and other drivers
We encourage parents and guardians to talk to children about using crosswalks, walking on sidewalks, and making eye contact with drivers before crossing, prior to attending this event.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together to keep Abingdon's families and visitors safe this Halloween season! Safety is everyone's responsibility!
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