Hanover County's e-Newsletter

August 18, 2025

Join The Arc of Hanover for this year's 9/11 Day of Service

This 9/11 Day, join The Arc of Hanover in making a difference for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Hanover County employees and residents will join over 30 million Americans for the 9/11 National Day of Service — the largest day of service in the U.S. Hanover’s 9/11 Day of Service is your chance to give back, remember and strengthen our community.

Lend a hand with a local nonprofit and make a difference right here in Hanover. Explore volunteer opportunities here.

For questions, contact Community Resources at volunteer@hanovercounty.gov or ⁠804-365-4300.

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Share Your #IWillFor911Day Story

Each year on Sept. 11, Americans step forward to serve — honoring the lives lost and the heroes who responded.

Even if you can’t join Hanover County’s 9/11 Day of Service, you can still make a difference.

Will you organize a food drive? Help a neighbor in need? Host a cleanup or support a local nonprofit? We want to hear how you plan to give back from Sept. 6 through Sept. 13.

Every act of service — big or small, solo or with a group — strengthens our community. Share your photos, stories and reflections at engage.hanovercounty.gov/service.

Let’s honor the spirit of unity, resilience and compassion — one act of service at a time.

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Hanover Public Utilities earns two peak performance awards

Hanover County Public Utilities received the 2024 Gold Peak Performance Award from the National Association of Clean Water Agencies for our Ashland and Totopotomoy Wastewater Treatment Plants!

Congratulations to our dedicated DPU team!

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Ashland photographer and her clients make a picture-perfect pair

"It's been a match made in heaven."

That’s how Maiyah Alexander describes her experience with Self & Soul Photography — and after meeting owner Natalie Parker, we understand why.

From making every session all about you to capturing your most authentic self, Natalie is bringing heart, skill and soul to Hanover’s photography scene.

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Share your thoughts on the Route 33 Gateway Small Area Plan

The Route 33 Gateway Small Area Plan has been updated.

Since the initial draft was shared in July, the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors have provided feedback and direction. The project team has incorporated these updates, resulting in a new draft plan now available for your review.

You can view the updated draft and share your comments online at engage.hanovercounty.gov/33plan. Share your thoughts in person at the Board of Supervisors' public hearing on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 6 p.m.

Your voice plays an important role in shaping the future of the Route 33 corridor. Please take a few minutes to review the latest version and let us know what you think.

Thank you for your continued involvement in this important project.

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Hanover’s Summer Education Series continues

Presented by Hanover County's Department of Community Resources, our Summer Education Series is designed to help older adults and caregivers navigate the many options available for aging well.

Session three, Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Benefits of Adult Day Support and Senior Living Communities, is coming up on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at The Bridge Church, 8026 Walnut Grove Road.

The session is free to attend, but RSVP is required. Call 804-365-4300 to reserve your spot today.

Save the date for Regional Recovery Day event

Join Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico and Richmond as we celebrate individuals, families and communities in recovery at the second annual Regional Recovery Day on Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Henrico Sports & Events Center, 1 All Star Boulevard.

Sit in on panels, informational sessions, trainings, a resource fair and more. The event is free and open to the public.

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