Giles County is now a NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador™
Giles County is now a member of NOAA Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador™ initiative. The Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador initiative is an effort to formally recognize NOAA partners who are improving the nation’s readiness against extreme weather, water, and climate events. As a Weather-Ready Nation Ambassador, our community is committing to work with NOAA and other Ambassadors to strengthen national resilience against extreme weather. [caption...
Read MoreCoyote Bounty Notice
The allotted funds for the Coyote Bounty for Fiscal Year 2022 have all been expended, and no additional bounties will be paid as of April 9, 2022. The Giles County Board of Supervisors will revisit the continuance of the coyote bounty for Fiscal Year 2023. Notice will be posted if the Board decides to fund the program for the upcoming...
Read MoreFriday, April 8 | Community Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
Friday, April 8 | Community Mobile Food Pantry Distribution Pearisburg Community Center | 1410 Wenonah Avenue, Pearisburg, VA 24134 From 1:00-3:00 PM Open to Virginia residents only Clients who participate in SNAP, TANF, Medicaid and/or SSI automatically qualify to receive USDA food. Others may qualify based on income. Food will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Brought you by Giles County and...
Read MoreGiles County Project Lifesaver Program to receive $6,000 grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
Giles County Project Lifesaver Program to receive $6,000 grant from Alzheimer’s Foundation of America The Giles County Sheriff’s Office, Narrows Police Department, and Giles County Emergency Services are pleased to announce a partnership with The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America as a funder and partner to update and expand the Project Lifesaver International Program in Giles County. The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America has...
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Jan
12
2022
Romantic Getaway idea in Giles County, VA
Romantic Getaway idea in Giles County, VA From our friends at the Inn at Riverbend What makes the Inn at Riverbend the perfect location for a romantic getaway to create timeless moments for you and your loved one? Let’s begin with its picturesque location in Giles County of Virginia's New River Valley. Just outside your bedroom door are chairs to enjoy a...
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Dec
30
2021
Mountain Lake Lodge leads effort to upgrade the Pearisburg basketball court
A press release from Mountain Lake Lodge. Mountain Lake Lodge leads effort to upgrade the Pearisburg basketball court Every basketball player knows the value of teamwork. A team of supporters has launched a project to demonstrate the axiom in a difference sort of way: They are working together to rebuild and improve the court itself. In Pearisburg, there’s a popular court that has needed refurbishment...
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Dec
27
2021
New River Valley Small Business Relief Program Reopens!
New River Valley Small Business Relief Program New River Valley- Small businesses in the New River Valley have access to up to $15,000 for a small business relief program award to combat the impacts of the COVID19 pandemic. The Counties of Floyd, Giles, Pulaski, and Montgomery, along with the City of Radford have jointly established a regional $1.6 million grant fund,...
Read MoreDECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY DUE TO DROUGHT CONDITIONS
Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 20, 2021 GILES COUNTY DECLARATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY DUE TO DROUGHT CONDITIONS CONTACT: Jon Butler, Emergency Services Coordinator PHONE: 540-921-2525 EMAIL: jbutler@gilescounty.org FAX: 540-921-1329 Giles County has declared a Local Emergency and issued a ban on all outdoor burning and open fires effective immediately due to drought conditions that have resulted in fire hazard conditions that create extreme fire danger....
Read MoreFree COVID-19 Testing in Giles
Free Covid-19 Testing Giles County Administration is offering free COVID-19 testing by appointment only Where: In Parking lot behind the Sheriff’s Office | 1 Taylor Ave, Pearisburg, VA 24134 Testing is offered by appointment only, 5 days a week, Monday thru Friday from 8:30am-3:00pm. To make an appointment: People wishing to be tested should call 540-922-9004 during business hours for their appointment date, time, and location. More information...
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