Ashland Police Department (APD) would like to remind residents that the annual 4th of July Parade & Celebration will take place from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Monday, July 4, 2022. Read on...
“We love the closeness of the business community and the ability to support other local businesses, and Ashland’s closeness to major interstates enables our crews to work in a large geographic area," Steven Cohen said. Read on...
It's time once again for Ashland's small town, one-of-a-kind July 4th celebration here in the Center of the Universe! The Hanover Arts & Activities Center, sponsor of the event, has many activities to ensure your patriotic celebration starts with a bang. Read on...
Amid record inflation and rising fuel prices, the Town of Ashland unveiled four new public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations that will soon be available for use by residents and travelers. Read on...
In the coming months, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will begin pedestrian improvements along Ashcake Road in the Town of Ashland to improve safety and walkability along this increasingly busy corridor. Read on...
“We just love being centralized in Ashland. I think it’s wonderful that new local and family-owned businesses have landed in Ashland and are continuing to improve the Town feel.” Read on...
Welcome to our "Meet the Makers" series, where we're shining a light on some of our farmers market vendors. In this post, we're getting to know the Boulden family behind Studley Farms Read on...
The Town of Ashland has been designated as a level 8 community by the National Flood Insurance Program's Community Rating System. This recent change in designation means that Town residents may now be able to receive a discount on their flood insurance. Read on...
“We think that Ashland is headed in a wonderful direction and we’re very excited to be a part of the Town’s growth and community development," said Thomas Long, Beam's Chief Executive Officer. Read on...
On Thursday, May 12th, the Town of Ashland partnered with CultureWorks, The Branch, and residents of Ashland's Sedgefield neighborhood on a dynamic and meaningful community art event. Read on...
Whether you're a cycling superfan anxiously awaiting its completion or just hearing about it for the first time, this Ashland-focused overview provides details on the project, its goals, and expected positive benefits to our community. Read on...
“As an Ashland resident, I’m always in awe by the town’s commitment to their local businesses and its citizen's thirst for all things local,” said owner
Chris Ray. Read on...
Thieves and burglars don’t like quality locks and lighting and are often deterred by simple upgrades on your property. Step up your security measures with these tools... Read on...
Ashland has been awarded a $20,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC). The grant will help fund the Town’s “Center Your Universe” marketing and visitor experience campaign expected to launch in 2022. Read on...
The Ashland Farmers Market will kick off its 2022 season on Saturday, May 7th! To celebrate and get those tastebuds primed for all the berries, cinnamon buns, and heirloom tomatoes you can carry, we're re-sharing a story we ran last year on the market. Read on...
The Town of Ashland is pleased to announce that Major Troy Aronhalt, Deputy Chief, has accepted an offer from Town Manager Josh Farrar to become the Ashland Police Department’s next Chief of Police. Read on...
Opened in 1988, We Think In Ink is a creative collaboration studio that offers quality, custom design and print services for businesses, government, community groups, and nonprofits in Hanover and the Richmond metro area. Read on...
Home improvement scams increase as the weather breaks. In spring and summer, scam artists drive through neighborhoods hoping to find people in their yards. Read on...
FEMA has released the Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for Ashland, which show the projected flood risk of properties, as well as areas that are subject to flooding. These new maps may change the flood risk associated with your property. Read on...
Located at 301 Hill Carter Parkway, in an 80,000 square foot production facility, Hanover Foils designs and builds its own production equipment and houses its own research and development lab. Read on...
Lorie and Brad Lower moved to Ashland in 2018 and opened the doors to Yoga on Center in October of the same year. Located at 403 S. Center Street, the building is a combination home and studio and sits a mere 25 feet from the train tracks. Read on...
Thank you to everyone who attended and provided feedback at one of the Town Manager’s Community Meetings in February. Topics of discussion varied at each meeting, but here are a few common themes that surfaced at all three... Read on...
As spring and summer approach bringing us longer, warmer days, the Ashland Police Department would like to remind everyone of some tips to prevent residential crimes. Read on...
Members of Ashland's Town Council recently presented funding to three community organizations, which was made possible by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, that the Town received in 2021. Read on...
The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare, and more. The program provides $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households. Read on...
After 27 years in the Culinary Arts field, Ammie Mines started Ammie’s Catering in 2016. "Through love and good food, I was able to bless many people, and my dream was to one day open my own restaurant," she said. Read on...
Every year, Ashland’s Town Council reviews, revises, and adopts an annual operating and capital budget for the Town. Community input is an essential and important part of the budget process. Read on...
The results from three different 2021 Town of Ashland surveys, presented at the Town Council meeting on Tues., Feb. 1st., tell a compelling story about living and working in Ashland today. Read on...
During a regular meeting of the Ashland Town Council on Tue., January 18th, Town Manager Josh Farrar announced that Chief Doug Goodman will retire on May 1st, 2022 from the Ashland Police Department after 14 years of exemplary leadership at the agency. Read on...
“Talk of the Town” is a new email newsletter that will feature stories and actionable information about upcoming Town initiatives, programs, public meetings, and more. Read on...
