COUNTY AT A GLANCE

Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District Partners with Madison, Orange and Rappahannock counties for free drive through COVID-19 testing on Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Madison County High School (68 Mountaineer Drive, Madison, VA). Read on...

The Orange County Public Libraries have reopened facilities to the public as of Monday, July 6, 2020. This is the fourth phase in the phased reopening plan. Locations will reopen regular hours Monday through Friday. Read on...

Orange County Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Read on...

The Orange County Parks & Recreation Department will reopen playgrounds effective Saturday June 13, 2020 at Booster Park and Barboursville Park. Read on...

Real estate taxes are due June 22, 2020; however, no penalties or interest will accrue as long as the payment is made by July 20, 2020. Tax payments are due even if you have a pending case with the Board of Equalization. Read on...

Hurricane season began June 1, 2020. Hurricanes, like all major storms, have the potential to cause power outages, property damage, and dangerous travel conditions. Orange County is urging our community to consider preparing for the summer storm season. Read on...

Orange County, VA – On Friday, May 15, 2020, Governor Northam’s Executive Order 61 takes effect. Order 61 allows for dining establishments to utilize temporary outdoor seating. Read on...

Teresa Carroll, Clerk of the Circuit Court, issued a notice regarding changes in operations at the Clerk's Office. Read on...

Services through DMV Connect, the partnership between the Department of Motor Vehicles and the Commissioner of the Revenue's Office, have been suspended until further notice. Read on...

On May 6, 2020, The Virginia Supreme Court entered its Fourth Order declaring or extending the Judicial Emergency in Virginia regarding COVID-19. That order extended the Judicial Emergency to June 7, 2020. Read on...

The first phase of “Forward Virginia,” Governor Northam’s plan to safely and gradually ease public health restrictions, while containing the spread of COVID-19, will be implemented when the data meets the public health criteria outlined late last month, Read on...

The Orange County Parks & Recreation Department based on guidance from health agencies and national park organizations, will close playground and bathroom facilities at the following locations effective Wednesday, April 22, 2020. Read on...

The Orange County Office of Economic Development is committed to assisting its business community during the COVID-19 crisis. Read on...

A project to replace the existing 78-year-old Route 635 (Greenwood Road) bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad in Orange County will begin in mid-April. Read on...

The Orange County Office on Youth will be opening two of its child care sites, Locust Grove Primary and Orange Elementary, starting Monday, April 6th, 2020 only for school-aged children of those workers deemed Essential Personnel. Read on...

A Message to Our Citizens: Given the evolving situation with the new coronavirus COVID-19, Orange County continues to take a variety of actions to contribute to the worldwide efforts to slow down the spread of this virus. Read on...

Effective immediately, the Office of Voter Registration and Elections will be available to assist citizens by phone or email, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Read on...

Considering the COVID-19 pandemic ,The Orange County Sheriff's Office will remain in operation to serve our citizens. We have made some limited modifications to our services. Read on...

The Orange County Treasurer’s Office is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and citizens. Read on...

The Orange County Commissioner of the Revenue’s Office is committed to the safety of its citizens and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective Friday, March 20, 2020, the office will be closed to public access until further notice. Read on...

As of Monday, March 23, Orange County Department of Social Services (DSS) will be closed to the public until further notice. Read on...

The Orange County Office of Voter Registration and Elections will close to the public beginning Monday, March 23, 2020. Read on...

Orange County is committed to slowing the spread of COVID-19 while preserving the health and well-being of its employees and citizens. Read on...

A Message to Our Citizens: Given the evolving situation with the new coronavirus COVID-19, Orange County is taking a variety of actions to contribute to the worldwide efforts to slow down the spread of this virus. Read on...

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will close Route 670 (Preddy Creek Road) in Greene County to replace a large pipe structure that carries Preddy Creek under the road. Read on...

Though no cases have been reported in the County, Orange continues readiness efforts for the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and any potential effects on the community. Read on...

The Orange County Department of Parks & Recreation and the Orange County Department of Tourism have partnered to offer a brand-new wellness and awareness initiative: “Stepping the County”. Read on...

Under a $1.8 million construction contract, Chemung Contracting Corp. will convert the existing two-way stop intersection to a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of Route 20 (Constitution Hwy) and Route 231 (Blue Ridge Turnpike) in Orange County. Read on...

The Orange County Office on Youth is pleased to announce it has been awarded a three-year grant from the Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth (VFHY) in the amount of $90,000 to address youth obesity in Orange County. Read on...