Hanover County's E-Newsletter

May 11, 2026

Hanover County Tourism has received a $20,000 grant for its Tomato Trail initiative from Virginia Tourism Corporation.


The Tomato Trail celebrates Hanover County’s rich agricultural heritage and nationally recognized Hanover tomatoes by encouraging residents and visitors to explore local farms, restaurants, markets and businesses connected to the County’s signature crop. The project aims to boost visitor engagement, support local businesses and encourage travelers to experience the County’s unique blend of agriculture, history and hospitality.

Hanover to celebrate retirees at May 22 ceremony

Hanover County is proud to celebrate the dedicated employees who helped shape our community through years of public service.

Retirees are invited to attend Hanover’s Legacy Walk Celebration on Friday, May 22, at 2 p.m. — a special event recognizing the lasting impact of our retirees through a permanent installation at the Government Complex.

Those who retired in good standing with 15 or more years of service will be honored with a personalized engraved brick as part of the Legacy Walk.

RSVP is required online here or by calling 804-365-6083.

Local leaders celebrate broadband progress

U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman and Cold Harbor Supervisor F. Michael Herzberg IV joined All Points Broadband field technicians last week to applaud and encourage them as work continues on fiber-optic internet installations in Hanover County.

More than 1,000 homes across the County have been connected to high-speed internet thanks to continued support from local leaders and community members.

Hanover to break ground on replacement fire station in Doswell

Hanover County will break ground on the replacement Fire Station 4 on Monday, May 18, at 3 p.m.

The new 18,500-square-foot station will feature 12 sleep rooms and four 18-foot apparatus bays to support Fire-EMS vehicles, equipment and water rescue operations — helping our crews continue serving and protecting the community for years to come.

Meet the mother-daughter duo on Team Hanover

Meet Staci and Symantha “Symmi” Crocker — a duo whose bond is built on love, laughter and always being there for one another.

Whether they’re sharing life advice, cheering each other on or making each other laugh, their connection shines both at home and at work.

As members of Team Hanover, Staci and Symmi serve our community together in public safety — Staci with the Hanover County Sheriff's Office and Symmi in our Emergency Communications Department. Their story is a special reminder that family connections can make an impact far beyond the walls of home. 

Hanover County is exploring eight proposed updates to the General Land Use Plan — and we want to hear from you.

As part of the Envision Hanover Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2023, the General Land Use Plan helps guide where future growth and development may happen across our community. Now, based on feedback gathered over the past few years, the Board of Supervisors is considering targeted changes — and your input matters.

Take the survey to review the proposed updates and share your thoughts at engage.hanovercounty.gov/EnvisionHanoverRevisited. 

Prefer to connect in person? Join us for office hours on Tuesday, May 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Ashland Library.

You can also share feedback anytime to envisionhanover@hanovercounty.gov.

Top 10 voting continues

After an incredible outpouring of support, the Heart of Hanover Business Awards has officially revealed the Top 10 nominated finalists in each category!

From local favorites to rising stars, these businesses showcase the passion, innovation, and community spirit that make Hanover thrive!

Vote every day through this Sunday, May 17, at 11:59 p.m.

Hanover County is partnering with nonprofits for this year’s 9/11 Day of Service — a day dedicated to coming together and making a meaningful impact across our community.

Organizations are encouraged to attend a virtual information session to learn how to create and post projects, plus key timelines to get involved:

• Tuesday, May 12 | 2:30–3 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 10 | 11–11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, July 9 | 9:30–10 a.m.

Ready to get started? Sign up for a session at www.hanovercounty.gov/DayofService.

Have questions? Contact the Department of Community Resources at 804-365-4300 or volunteer@hanovercounty.gov.



Wednesday

May 13, at 2 p.m.

Wednesday

May 27, at 6 p.m.

Board of Supervisors meetings can be watched live or on-demand here.

Engage Hanover is an interactive online platform where residents can learn about County projects and offer feedback.

We’ve all heard someone ask, “What’s going in there?” or “Is that rumor true?” Hanover’s Talking About is your place to get straight answers, directly from the source. Here are some of the most common questions we get — and our honest answers.

We want to work alongside you on Team Hanover!

• Public Utilities Administrative Assistant
• Public Utilities Customer Service Agent
• General Registrar
• Fire-EMS Logistics Assistant - Part-Time, Non-Benefited



For more opportunities in Hanover County, visit www.hanovercountyjobs.com.

Hanover County's E-Newsletter

May 11, 2026

Hanover County Communications and Community Engagement

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