Amherst County

10/21/2026

We’ve received reports of scam phone calls and text messages that are targeting EBT cardholders across Virginia. ⚠️

They may claim:
- There is suspicious activity on your account.
- An EBT card transaction was declined.
- You need to click a link or call a number to speak with a representative.

These messages and calls are fake! VDSS will not call or text you about specific EBT card purchases. Do not reply to these texts, click any links, or call any numbers associated with them.

If you have responded to these messages, immediately call the official EBT customer service phone number (1-866-281-2448) or reach out to your local department of social services (www.dss.virginia.gov/localagency).

We also strongly encourage customers to use ConnectEBT to keep your card locked when not in use. Learn more about avoiding EBT scams and using ConnectEBT at dss.virginia.gov/EBTScam. 🔒

10/21/2026

WANDER AMHERST WEDNESDAY 👻

Let the Spirits of Amherst be your guide this week...

We mean that literally. The Amherst County Museum and Historical Society Annual Ghost Walk is taking place this weekend on Saturday October 24th!

Call the museum at 434-946-9068 to schedule your walk before spots fill up. You're in for a hauntingly good time (boo!).

10/20/2026

The agenda and documents for this meeting can be found on the County website: https://amherstcova.portal.civicclerk.com/event/2699/files/agenda/7320

10/20/2026

𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄: 𝐋𝐨𝐰𝐞’𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐧

The Route 29 Business Beautification Committee thanks Madison Heights Lowe’s for donating fall decorations for the Madison Heights Community Sign. The committee installed the sign in front of Specialty Exterminating in 2023; it is one of four community signs installed in the county since 2021. The Route 29 Business Beautification Committee works with different county businesses and organizations to provide seasonal landscaping and décor around the sign. This season's decorations include mums, pumpkins, and hay bales donated by Lowe's in Madison Heights.

10/20/2026

In 2 weeks, both library locations will be closed on Monday, November 2.

We will open with regular hours on Tuesday, November 3.

10/20/2026

In 1 week, the Amherst County Public Library will be presenting this program with guest speaker: Karen Tanner, Sr. Extension Agent Virginia Cooperative Extension.

Come join our conversation at the Madison Heights Library from 10:00am to 11:30am and leave with practical parenting tools to better understand and teen-up with your pre-teen and teenagers!

10/20/2026

ACHS TRUNK OR TREAT! Join us Monday, October 26, from 6–7:30 PM for a spooktacular evening at Amherst County High School!

Free Candy | Fire Truck | Kona Ice | Face Painting

Sponsored by the ACHS Class of 2027, this fun, family-friendly event is open to the entire community! Bring the kids, wear your costumes, and enjoy a night of Halloween fun with your future Lancers!

We can’t wait to see you there!

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

October 25th, from 3-7 come join our members at Grace Baptist Church in Madison Heights for a wonderful evening of food, fun and fellowship. This is a free event and all are welcome. Lots of music and the opportunity to relax and enjoy the company of your neighbors.

If you are able, please bring a non-perishable item to help stock their food pantry. With the help of our beautiful community they are able to assist about 30 families a month.

10/19/2026

In 1 week, the Madison Heights Library is hosting another Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge!

Make sure to sign up by calling or coming in at either library location by Friday, October 23 to participate!