Local News and Events in Forest, VA

Weekend Voting Continues

Saturday, July 25, 2026 · Forest, VA

The county's early voting schedule includes Saturday hours today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and another Sunday voting window on July 26 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The new vote center gives residents two more convenient chances to vote before Election Day.

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026 and is presented by Scott Fogleman. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Forest, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Forest, VA

Explore July 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Forest, VA.

Friday, July 3, 2026

Fall Sports Registration Ends

Bedford County Parks and Recreation says youth fall sports registration closes today without a late fee. Families can still sign up for tackle football, cheer, softball, tee ball, baseball, and soccer before the deadlin...

Friday, July 3, 2026

Independence Day Observance

Bedford County's calendar lists Independence Day (Observed) for July 3. It is a good reminder to plan ahead for holiday timing and any county business you need to handle before the weekend.

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Poplar Forest Celebration

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest is hosting its Independence Day Celebration from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can enjoy colonial crafts, live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and a reading of the Declaration of Indep...

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Planning Commission Meets

Bedford County's Planning Commission meets tonight at 6 p.m. in the County Administration Building. Residents following local development, zoning, or subdivision matters may want to keep this meeting on their calendar.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

School Board Meets July 9

Bedford County Public Schools has its regular School Board meeting tonight at 5 p.m. at the School Administration Office. It is a useful meeting for anyone tracking district updates and back-to-school planning.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Technical Review Meeting Set

The county's Technical Review Committee meets July 14, and submissions were due July 7. This matters most for applicants and neighbors watching planning, site, and development reviews.

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When is Weekend Voting Continues?+

Weekend Voting Continues is listed for Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Where is this local event connected?+

Weekend Voting Continues is connected to Forest, VA on HomesandNews.com.

Should event details be verified?+

Yes. Local event details can change, so readers should verify timing, location, registration, and availability with the event organizer when possible.

Where can I find more July 2026 events near Forest, VA?+

The Forest, VA page includes local event cards, community context, and related real estate market information when public-safe data is available.