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AARP warns of fraud network
Theft through fraud has risen exponentially over the last five years. A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), found that reported fraud losses topped $10 billion in 2023, up from $2.4 billion in 2019. A recent survey from the AARP Fraud Watch Network showed that this growth is not going unnoticed with 58% […] The post AARP warns of fraud network appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Parts of Oral Oaks Road to close
Residents who live on or around Oral Oaks Road may need to find a new way to get home. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) announced Monday, May 13 that they’re closing part of Route 635, Oral Oaks Road, for roughly a two month period. The segment shutting down runs from the intersection with Route […] The post Parts of Oral Oaks Road to close appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Jail staff win awards at conference
Piedmont Regional Jail staff went to the Virginia Association of Regional Jails Spring Conference and came back with some awards. The conference, held in Virginia Beach this year, helps guide employees of jail facilities build new skills, learn to better serve one another, and discusses ways to enhance the corrections setting. As a part of […] The post Jail staff win awards at conference appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
A Box of Love: From Psalm 19, we reflect on the beauty of Jesus
“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in Thy sight, O LORD. my strength, and my redeemer.” — Psalm 19:14. I am reflecting on Jesus’ blessings today. He has blessed me so many times that I have lost count. I left Victoria at 5 a.m. with Beulah and […] The post A Box of Love: From Psalm 19, we reflect on the beauty of Jesus appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
‘Kids Off Social Media Act’ gets introduced by Sen. Mark Warner
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner wants to change how much children are on social media. To do that, he and a group of Democrats and Republicans in the Senate introduced the Kids Off Social Media Act this week. The legislation would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media platforms and prevent social media […] The post ‘Kids Off Social Media Act’ gets introduced by Sen. Mark Warner appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Packed house turns out for White Bird
Months of organization paid off on Sunday, May 5, as White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue held a benefit bingo event. The standing room only crowd helped the rescue raise funds, which will go to taking care of the multiple horses on site. “What an amazing day,” Jorg and Tom Mayfield said in a statement posted […] The post Packed house turns out for White Bird appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
‘Kids Off Social Media Act’ gets introduced by Sen. Mark Warner
Virginia Sen. Mark Warner wants to change how much children are on social media. To do that, he and a group of Democrats and Republicans in the Senate introduced the Kids Off Social Media Act this week. The legislation would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media platforms and prevent social media […] The post ‘Kids Off Social Media Act’ gets introduced by Sen. Mark Warner appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Mike Wilson: Yes, granddadding is a word
It’s time to share some more wit and wisdom, from one generation to another. Ok, in other words, it’s time to talk about the fine art of granddadding. Granddadding. Is that a word? If not, I’m making it one. There is nothing in this life quite like that moment when you hold a newborn grandchild […] The post Mike Wilson: Yes, granddadding is a word appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Coffee honored at Leadership Conference
When the Virginia Farm Bureau Federation gathered for their annual Women’s Leadership Conference, there was someone missing. And members wanted to make sure that even though Kathy Coffee is no longer with us, she was not forgotten. As part of the conference, group members paid tribute to the former Lunenburg County School Board member. Earlier […] The post Coffee honored at Leadership Conference appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Kenbridge Farmers Market enters a new season
Farmers markets have long been a sign of spring and warmer weather, offering fresh produce, handcrafted pastries, arts and crafts, and other unique items. Perhaps most importantly, it provides a safe, fun place to gather with friends and family while getting to know others within the community. And now there’s an opportunity once again to […] The post Kenbridge Farmers Market enters a new season appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Dispatch Community Calendar week of May 8
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. MAY 11 FARMERS MARKET OPENS — The Kenbridge Farmers Market is open now for the 2024 season, running from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Saturday, May 11. […] The post Dispatch Community Calendar week of May 8 appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Gov. Youngkin names Virginia Teacher of the Year
Avanti Yamamoto, a mathematics teacher at Hanover County Public Schools’ Atlee High School, was named the 2025 Virginia Teacher of the Year at an announcement ceremony hosted by Governor Glenn Youngkin on Capitol Square Monday afternoon. Yamamoto was selected last month as one of the Commonwealth’s eight regional teachers of the year and is now […] The post Gov. Youngkin names Virginia Teacher of the Year appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Proposed spending down from last year in Victoria, hearing date set
It’s becoming more expensive for towns and counties to operate their own water treatment facilities. As a result, the water budget in the Town of Victoria has to go up. That’s one of a couple changes in the proposed overall budget, which the council will possibly vote on this month. Overall, the proposed budget stands […] The post Proposed spending down from last year in Victoria, hearing date set appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Lunenburg County eyes revision to budget after requests
Lunenburg County Supervisors are expected to make a decision on some revised budget requests during their meeting this coming Thursday, May 9. There will also be a discussion and possible vote on the overall budget itself. The nonprofit STEPS group was one of several that had asked for funds this year. In a revised request, […] The post Lunenburg County eyes revision to budget after requests appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Jail staff win awards at conference
Piedmont Regional Jail staff went to the Virginia Association of Regional Jails Spring Conference and came back with some awards. The conference, held in Virginia Beach this year, helps guide employees of jail facilities build new skills, learn to better serve one another, and discusses ways to enhance the corrections setting. As a part of […] The post Jail staff win awards at conference appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Moton holds annual Barbara Rose Johns Day celebration
The Robert Russa Moton Museum was abuzz with activity on Tuesday, April 23 as the facility hosted the Farmville Guided Tour Guides Project 2024. This student-led field experience marked the beginning of a profound day dedicated to learning and commemoration in honor of Barbara Rose Johns Day. The morning’s highlight was a Q&A panel with […] The post Moton holds annual Barbara Rose Johns Day celebration appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Residents across region warned of toll scam
It starts with a simple text. The message says you’ve got an outstanding balance on your record, due to unpaid toll fees. It’s nothing much, just $12 or $15 right now. But unless you want to get hit with an additional $50 fine, the message says, you need to click on the link provided and […] The post Residents across region warned of toll scam appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Members of Congress drop by Lunenburg County for a visit
Lunenburg County played host to a number of national visitors this past week. Fifth District Congressman Bob Good, along with Pennsylvania Congressman Scott Perry and South Carolina Congressman Ralph Norman all dropped by for a visit on Friday, having lunch over at La Victoria Mexican Restaurant. The trio answered questions and talked about both what […] The post Members of Congress drop by Lunenburg County for a visit appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
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