Staunton Police Department

10/24/2026

Today is DEA National RX Take Back

We will be collecting expired or unused medications in the Kroger parking lot, 850 Statler Boulevard, from 10am to 2pm.

Please note that we will be unable to accept needles or sharps at this event.

10/23/2026

Come out this evening, for Trunk or Treat 6-8 p.m., at the Staunton J&DR Courthouse, 2020 W Beverley Street

Okay folks!!! We’re coming down to the big night of Trunk or Treat at the Staunton J&DR building. Come on out and enjoy this Friday night, October 23!!!
🎃👻🎃

10/22/2026

Please join us this morning at Hardee's for a fundraiser for Special Olympics Virginia.

We will be here until 11am!

10/20/2026

As we kick off National Teen Driver Safety Week, parents — remember that teens often model the driving habits they see at home.

Sit down with your young driver this week to establish clear house rules around these non-negotiables. ⤵️

10/19/2026

This week is National School Bus Safety Week

See some safety tips from NHTSA below.

As we kick off National School Bus Safety Week, parents — remind your kids to always:

🟡 Look left-right-left before crossing the street.
🟡 Stay at least 5 giant steps away from the curb.
🟡 Before boarding, wait for the bus to come to a complete stop.

10/14/2026

For Faith and Blue 2026, the Staunton Police Department partnered with First Presbyterian Church Staunton and members of the Kiwanis Club of Staunton. Our officers helped pack 150 bags for the Home Goods Community Pantry at the church.

The Home Goods Community Pantry provides household cleaning and paper products to those in need. We would like to thank First Presbyterian Church for partnering with us again this year!

10/12/2026

October is Pedestrian Safety Month

Here are some quick pedestrian safety tips from NHTSA:

*When you’re walking, keep your attention on what’s happening around you.
*Watch for traffic before crossing, stay visible, and avoid distractions along the way.
*Stay alert from curb to curb. When you’re a pedestrian, use crosswalks when possible, stay visible, and watch for approaching vehicles.

10/11/2026

🚧 Fall Paving Begins Monday, Oct. 12 🚧

Thanks to contractor availability, Public Works is squeezing in a fall paving schedule.

Crews are kicking things off in the Hillcrest neighborhood on Monday, Oct. 12. Highlighted on the map in orange, crews will be working on:
• Shawn Circle
• Yount Avenue
• Fox Hill Place
• Oxford Drive
• Sussex Drive
(Fox Hill Drive was completed in 2024, these connecting cul de sacs will complete the work in that area.)

The plan: Milling will take place Monday and Tuesday and paving will begin Wednesday.

What’s Next?
Crews plan to move to Baldwin Acres and the Skymont neighborhoods next. Getting into Skymont is a priority so crews can give those streets a full curb-to-curb refresh following the extensive Columbia Gas pipeline replacement project. Work is starting in Hillcrest to give the utility crews the final time they need to completely wrap up in Skymont.

Unlike our spring paving schedule, fall paving is more unpredictable. It depends entirely on contractor availability and the weather. If temperatures drop too low, asphalt plants shut down for the season. Falling leaves complicate things as well.

We will keep you updated and release the next batch of streets as soon as they are locked in.

Thanks for your patience and please be on the lookout for crews.

10/06/2026

⚠️ Phone Outage Notice ⚠️
Due to an issue with our service provider, all Staunton City buildings are currently unable to receive incoming calls.

• 911 is fully operational and is NOT affected. Please continue to dial 911 for all emergencies.
• Email [email protected] if you need assistance.

09/30/2026