Town of Tappahannock, VA

09/03/2026

📢 Town Office Holiday Hours

The Tappahannock Town Office will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

Additionally, following the Governor’s decision to close state offices for the upcoming Labor Day holiday, the Town Office will close at 12:00 PM on Friday, September 4.

Trash collection will continue as usual on both Friday and Monday.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

09/02/2026

08/28/2026

Trash & Recycling Schedule Update

The Town of Tappahannock’s summer trash and recycling pickup schedule has ended. Beginning Tuesday, September 1, residential collection will return to the regular schedule, with pickup starting at 8:00 AM.

🏠 Residential Trash
Tuesdays & Fridays | Starting at 8:00 AM

♻️ Residential Recycling
Thursdays | Starting at 8:00 AM

🏢 Commercial Trash
No change — Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | Starting at 7:00 AM

Residents are reminded to have trash and recycling ready for collection by the scheduled start time.

Thank you for your cooperation!

08/26/2026

🚧 Work is officially underway at Hoskins Creek!

Construction began Monday on the first phase of the project: development of the new access road.

This is the first step in a larger project that will also include new docks, a bathhouse, and a marine fuel station. Once the access road is complete, work will begin on these additional facilities, with the goal of being operational by boating season next year.

📸 Take a look at the progress so far, and stay tuned for updates as the project develops!

08/26/2026

Street Sweeping Today in Tappahannock

Street sweeping will take place today (Wednesday, August 26) from 7 AM – 3 PM on:

• Marsh Street
• Duke Street
• Virginia Street
• Prince Street
• Water Lane
• Wright Street
• Charlotte Street
• Earl Street

If you live or park along these streets, please move vehicles when possible so crews can clean the full roadway.

Thank you for helping keep Tappahannock clean! 🌿

08/25/2026

📢 The August Town Newsletter is here!

Stay up to date on what’s happening in Tappahannock – from community updates and upcoming events to important town news and projects in the works.

📰 Read the full newsletter here:

08/25/2026

Street Sweeping Today in Tappahannock

Street sweeping will take place today (Tuesday, August 25th) from 10 AM – 4 PM on:

• Church Lane
• Tappahannock Blvd
• Queen Street

If you live or park along these streets, please move vehicles when possible so crews can clean the full roadway.

Thank you for helping keep Tappahannock clean! 🌿

08/24/2026

Reminder: Street Sweeping this Week

The Town will be conducting street sweeping next week to help keep our streets clean and storm drains clear.

Tuesday, August 25 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Church Lane, Tappahannock Blvd, and Queen Street

Wednesday, August 26 | 7 AM – 3 PM
Marsh Street, Duke Street, Virginia Street, Prince Street, Water Lane, Wright Street, Charlotte Street, and Earl Street

If you live or park along these streets, please move vehicles when possible so crews can clean the full roadway.

Thank you for helping keep Tappahannock clean and beautiful! 🌿

08/21/2026

📚 FREE BOOKS for Essex County children under age 5! 📚

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library mails a FREE, age-appropriate book every month directly to a child’s home—at no cost to the family!

We’re grateful to Tappahannock Rotary Club Tappahannock for sponsoring this wonderful program and helping our youngest residents build a lifelong love of reading. 📖

Parents and guardians can visit www.imaginationlibrary.com, select “Check Availability,” and follow the instructions to sign up.

Help us spread the word to families throughout Tappahannock and Essex County! process.

We encourage families with children under age 5 to take advantage of this wonderful early-literacy opportunity and help spread the word throughout Tappahannock and Essex County.

08/20/2026

UPDATE: THIRD THURSDAY CANCELLED

Historic Downtown Tappahannock has cancelled tonight’s Third Thursday event due to expected storms this evening.

Please help spread the word, and stay safe this evening!