Here are your top announcements from Bedford County, VA government for April 2026:
There will be a special election for a proposed statewide amendment on Tuesday, April 21.
Early voting is available through April 18 at the Bedford County Parks & Rec Office (1257 County Farm Rd., Bedford). Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, April 11, and Saturday, April 18.
On Election Day, voters must cast their ballots at their assigned polling places. To find your polling location, visit www.bedfordcountyva.gov/votingmap.
The New London Tech Disc Golf Course and some trails in the New London Business & Technology Center will be closed from April 3-13.
The Professional Disc Golf Association’s Champions Cup will be held on the course from April 9-13. This event is hosted by Bedford County and the City of Lynchburg.
Closed trails will be clearly marked during this time.
Spring brush collection will be underway from April 15 through May 15 at Bedford County’s full-service waste convenience centers.
Accepted materials include limbs, branches, and leaves.
A full list of locations is available at bedfordcountyva.gov/waste.
Virginia’s 4.p.m. Burning Law continues through April 30.
This annual law bans open-air burning prior to 4 p.m. if the fire is within 300 feet of the woods or dry grass which could carry fire to the woods.
Learn more on the Virginia Department of Forestry’s website.
The spring edition of Bedford County Community Connection is now available.
This issue focuses on the 250th anniversary of United States Declaration of Independence. Take a look back at Bedford County’s role in the American Revolution and learn about some upcoming local events.
Flip through the digital magazine here.
Bedford County Parks & Recreation’s Thrive Outside Festival returns to Falling Creek Park on Saturday, April 11.
From 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., visitors can meet local vendors, participate in workshops, and take part in activities for the whole family.
Learn more about the event on Facebook.
Sign up now for one of our Parks & Rec summer camps.
Parks & Recreation has some spaces available in the following camps during various weeks in June, July, and August.
- Art Camp
- Magic Fairies Camp
- Pirates and Mermaids Camp
- Sports & Outdoors Camp
Learn more about schedules, fees, and registration here.
The Bedford County Sheriff’s Office will host another Shred It & Drug Take Back Event in April
These events allow residents to safely dispose of any unused or expired medications. 1st Choice Shredding will also be on site to assist with the proper disposal of personal papers.
Next events:
- April 18, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Jefferson Forest High School
- May 16, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Downtown Moneta
