The Festival of Trees is back at the Bedford Area Welcome Center! This year’s theme is “Small Town Christmas,” and it’s the perfect way to kick off the season. 🎄Learn more about the event and these upcoming announcements at www.bedfordcountyva.gov/news. • Festival of Trees: Now through Jan. 4, 2026 • Personal Property & Real Estate Taxes Due: Dec. 5 • Extended Treasurer/Commissioner Hours: Dec. 1–5 (open until 7pm) • Big Screen Holiday Movie: Dec. 20 • Christmas Holiday (Offices Closed): Dec. 2

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2025 wasn’t the best year for Red, our December Pet of the Month. He and his two siblings found themselves at the Bedford County Animal Shelter. Let’s help Red kick off the new year on the right foot (or paw) with a loving family! 🐶 🔗 shelter info: www.bedfordcountyva.gov/shelter | Bedford County, Virginia

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