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AARP warns about travel scams
It’s that time of year again – the holidays are long past, and summer is still a long way off. It’s time for a spring getaway. But beware, AARP officials warn, for everyone looking for a great spring break deal there is a criminal out there offering an amazing deal. These three tips will help […] The post AARP warns about travel scams appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
New deal sets up option for tobacco farmers
Late last month, one farmer-operated enterprise launched in the Central Virginia Poultry Cooperative, designed to help growers sell their eggs to stores. Now the same is happening for Lunenburg County tobacco farmers and those in surrounding counties. Jim Eggleston has been a tobacco warehouseman for several decades. Realizing it’s hard for a lot of farmers […] The post New deal sets up option for tobacco farmers appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
What caused the power to shut down in Victoria? Officials explain
The lights are back on for most of Victoria this afternoon, but Dominion officials say it’ll be a few more hours before the rest is operational. According to town officials and Dominion Energy staff, a tree fell early this morning across a power line next to the company’s substation in Victoria. The tree falling created […] The post What caused the power to shut down in Victoria? Officials explain appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Can we fix county’s population problem?
By Jeff Moore and Brian Carlton The K-V Dispatch Lunenburg County has a population problem. The number is dropping and is expected to keep falling over the next 25 years. In 2000, Lunenburg had 13,146 residents. That fell by 232 in 2010 and another 978 in 2020. Despite a small increase from 2020 to the […] The post Can we fix county’s population problem? appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Dispatch Community Calendar week of March 13
The Church and Community Events calendar is published each Wednesday. Items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Monday for that Wednesday’s calendar. Email events to CommunityCalendar@KVDispatch.com. MARCH 16 FREE LOCAL MUSIC — The Rosewood, located at 11426 Courthouse Road in Lunenburg, will play host to a St. Patrick’s Day celebration with musician Keith McFaden on […] The post Dispatch Community Calendar week of March 13 appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Supervisors consider tax hike
By Nate Pentecost The K-V Dispatch Should Lunenburg County raise property taxes? That’s what residents had a chance to voice their opinion on Tuesday night, as supervisors held a public hearing on the tax proposal. It’s a case of positives versus negatives. On the one hand, the current real estate assessment found that property values […] The post Supervisors consider tax hike appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Soybean prices climb higher
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on March 8: In Virginia, state graded feeder cattle mostly 1.00 to 11.00 higher. Feeder cattle at regular auction sales 4.00 to 12.00 higher. Slaughter cows mostly 1.00 to 7.00 higher. Wheat new crop .39 lower. Corn .05 to .22 higher, new crop .06 higher. […] The post Soybean prices climb higher appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
AARP warns of Social Security scams
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source – often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported nearly $509 million stolen from them in 2022. March 7 is National Slam the Scam Day and the […] The post AARP warns of Social Security scams appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
County sees very few tax writeoffs
With only $1,293.58 written off at the end of 2023, Lunenburg County treasurer’s office ensures everyone pays their fair share of real estate taxes. Just look at the math. Out of the $2,049,111.50 Treasurer Wanda B. Barnes said was assessed in 2003, her office brought in all but .00063 of what was due. As part […] The post County sees very few tax writeoffs appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Making History: Shipp-Davis joins 1,000 point club
Longwood’s Adriana Shipp-Davis knows her college basketball career is winding down. But rather than be sad, the 5’10 redshirt senior guard says she’s grateful for the experience and being able to etch her name in the record books. One week after collecting her 500th career rebound in a game at Winthrop, the Chesapeake, Va. native […] The post Making History: Shipp-Davis joins 1,000 point club appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Bus 18 delayed for Lunenburg after weather-related accident
The route was delayed a little bit this morning for Bus 18. Lunenburg County Public Schools officials announced on Friday that students would get picked up and arrive at school a little later than normal, thanks to a weather-related accident. “Due to the extreme rainfall recently and the very soft roadway shoulders that have resulted, […] The post Bus 18 delayed for Lunenburg after weather-related accident appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Electric co-ops withdraw complaints over broadband bills
In February, electrical cooperatives in Central and Southside Virginia brought out the pitchforks. From ads to guest opinion columns, the groups warned that two broadband bills ran the risk of increasing rates for customers. But now, one month later, both bills unanimously passed the Assembly, heading for the governor’s signature and cooperative officials say there’s […] The post Electric co-ops withdraw complaints over broadband bills appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Fire Department celebrates achievements
They paid tribute to Rodney Newton. After 17 years, Newton announced his retirement in February from Victoria Fire and Rescue, during the group’s annual banquet. Members were recognized for their achievements in 2023 and Lunenburg County Clerk Gordon Erby installed the new officers. But the theme of the evening was to honor Newton’s years of […] The post Fire Department celebrates achievements appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Pennies on the dollar: Lunenburg County sees few tax write-offs
With only $1,293.58 in tax write-offs at the end of 2023, Lunenburg County treasurer’s office ensures everyone pays their fair share of real estate taxes. Just look at the math. Out of the $2,049,111.50 Treasurer Wanda B. Barnes said was assessed in 2003, her office brought in all but .00063 of what was due. As […] The post Pennies on the dollar: Lunenburg County sees few tax write-offs appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Mike Wilson: So I googled ‘Michael Wilson’. That went well.
Ah, the internet. It can be an interesting place, filled with all kinds of things. That includes, it appears, more information about your own name than you could possibly want to know. Especially if your name is Michael Wilson. I was once told that I was named Michael after my mother’s favorite great uncle Mike […] The post Mike Wilson: So I googled ‘Michael Wilson’. That went well. appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Lunenburg kidnapping case brings in multiple agencies
Lunenburg County deputies are investigating after a bizarre incident Monday that allegedly involved a cross-state kidnapping. On Wednesday, March 6, a resident in the area of Longview Drive and Berry Road reported an incident that took place two days prior. The resident said he had been home Monday around 8 p.m. when a man entered […] The post Lunenburg kidnapping case brings in multiple agencies appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Making History: Shipp-Davis joins 1,000 point club
Longwood’s Adriana Shipp-Davis knows her college basketball career is winding down. But rather than be sad, the 5’10 redshirt senior guard says she’s grateful for the experience and being able to etch her name in the record books. One week after collecting her 500th career rebound in a game at Winthrop, the Chesapeake, Va. native […] The post Making History: Shipp-Davis joins 1,000 point club appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Tigers advance to Sweet 16. Who’s next?
The Tigers are headed to the Sweet 16. Hampden-Sydney earned their ticket with a 72-51 win Saturday over Farmingdale State in the second round of the NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Tournament. And on Sunday, the team found out they won’t have to travel, as part of the Sweet 16 will be played in Prince […] The post Tigers advance to Sweet 16. Who’s next? appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Dispatch Church and Community Calendar: week of March 6
The Church and Community Events calendar is published each Wednesday. Items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Monday for that Wednesday’s calendar. Email events to CommunityCalendar@ KVDispatch.com. MARCH 9 MEDITATION FOR BUSY PEOPLE — Victoria Public Library will host an introduction to meditation, organized by Angie Tharpe. It’ll be held on Saturday, March 9, from […] The post Dispatch Church and Community Calendar: week of March 6 appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Officials feel Cooperative will help farmers
Grant funding for the new Central Virginia Poultry Cooperative is good news for farmers in Lunenburg County, local officials say. Support to help get the cooperative off the ground came last week in the form of nearly $1.8 million in grants announced Wednesday, Feb 28 at a Burkesville farm. But while we detail in another […] The post Officials feel Cooperative will help farmers appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
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