City Manager Declares Local Emergency Ahead of Weekend Winter Storm

In anticipation of the approaching, significant winter storm, Staunton City Manager Leslie Beauregard has declared a local emergency, effective immediately.

Winter Storm Preps & Parking Restrictions

The City of Staunton is preparing for a winter storm forecasted to begin Saturday, Jan. 24, and continue into Sunday night. Crews are pre-treating roads and sidewalks, and temporary downtown parking restrictions will be in place to support snow removal efforts.

DEQ: Drought Warning Advisory Issued

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has issued a drought warning advisory the City of Staunton and the surrounding Shenandoah Drought Evaluation Region.

Flock Safety Contract is Terminated

As a follow-up to the Dec. 19 press release, the City of Staunton has been notified by Flock Safety that the contract was officially terminated as of Jan. 8, 2026.

City Schedules: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

City of Staunton offices and facilities will operate on modified schedules in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 19.

Grant-Funded Economic Mobility Specialist Hired to Tackle Local Housing and Workforce Challenges

The City of Staunton has hired Anna Leavitt as the new Economic Mobility and Opportunity Special Assistant to tackle local housing and workforce challenges. This position is funded by a competitive private grant.

Activity Report: December 2025

Check out the city's latest Activity Report to check out a great photo of the new water tower, learn more about the tunnel repair, see where tourists are coming from, and more!

City to Terminate Contract with Flock Safety for License Plate Readers

Staunton Police Chief Jim Williams in consultation with the City Manager and City Council, will move forward to cancel the city’s contract with Flock Safety, ending the use of the stationary automated license plate readers that have been installed in the city.

New J&DR Courthouse Opens in Staunton

City leadership, members of the Judiciary, and project partners gathered to cut the ribbon on the new Staunton Juvenile & Domestic Relations (J&DR) District Courthouse on Thursday.

City of Staunton Holiday Schedule Modifications

The schedules for City of Staunton offices and facilities will be modified in observance of the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays. Administrative Offices will be closed on Dec. 25-26 and Jan. 1-2.