Columbus
The Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch
What’s happening with the regional ICE facility?
Illegal immigrants from Lunenburg County and other ICE detainees may soon be housed in a different facility. As of the end of March, the Town of Farmville will be terminating its contract with the local Immigration Centers of America (ICA) facility. And while one local county is negotiating to take over the contract, nothing is […] The post What’s happening with the regional ICE facility? appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Victoria town council weighs tax rate options
Real property value in the Town of Victoria jumped 19.29% in the latest assessment. That was the news delivered by Manager Rodney Newton at the Tuesday, Feb. 13 Victoria town council meeting. That means total land value and improvements went from $72.126 million to $86 million for 2024. Now the Code of Virginia only allows […] The post Victoria town council weighs tax rate options appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Hankins says goodbye after 12-year run with Republican Committee
Mike Hankins can recall when the work started with the Lunenburg County Republican Committee. It was 12 years ago, the group was broke and on probation by the district for missing multiple meetings. They had just six active members, including himself. “We did not have a checking account but we did have about $30 in […] The post Hankins says goodbye after 12-year run with Republican Committee appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
DAR members learn about Equestrian Center
The William Taylor Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution enjoyed a visit at its February meeting from Lynn Owen of Amelia, Program Director of Lonesome Dove Equestrian Center. Owen, a registered nurse and forensic nurse examiner, explained how the center meets the special needs of veterans in Central Virginia through equine-assisted activities such […] The post DAR members learn about Equestrian Center appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Gergely Hudak makes history: KF senior signs with Dartmouth
Throughout his time at Kenston Forest, Gergely Hudak has been among the team leaders in receptions, touchdowns and overall yards. Switch gears to the defensive side and the story is about the same. The 6’7 senior had 74 tackles and 11 sacks just this past season. Now he’ll be suiting up for a new squad. […] The post Gergely Hudak makes history: KF senior signs with Dartmouth appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Dispatch Community Calendar – week of Feb. 21
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. FEBRUARY 24 FREE LOCAL MUSIC — The Rosewood, located at 11426 Courthouse Road in Lunenburg, will play host to musician Mama Bribri on Saturday, Feb. 24, beginning at 7 […] The post Dispatch Community Calendar – week of Feb. 21 appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Victoria town council weighs tax rate options
Real property value in the Town of Victoria jumped 19.29% in the latest assessment. That was the news delivered by Manager Rodney Newton at the Tuesday, Feb. 13 Victoria town council meeting. That means total land value and improvements went from $72.126 million to $86 million for 2024. Now the Code of Virginia only allows […] The post Victoria town council weighs tax rate options appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
VSP investigating crash that killed a local man
Virginia State Police (VSP) say they’re still investigating a two-car crash where a Meherrin man died over the weekend. Troopers were called out at 9:08 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 on Route 15 in Charlotte County, responding to the crash. According to VSP Public Relations Manager Matthew Demlein, a 1998 Chevy S10 truck was traveling east […] The post VSP investigating crash that killed a local man appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
PSR offers needed help
Mary Anderson always had a heart for caregiving. For many years of her life, she looked after older people in her community in Buckingham. Now 64 and retired, Anderson needed help herself, so she turned to Piedmont Senior Resources Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (PSR) for assistance. PSR provides supportive services and advocacy for persons […] The post PSR offers needed help appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Ransom named to Board of Trustees
Hampden-Sydney College named Thomas L. Ransom to the Board of Trustees on Monday night. Ransom currently serves as the president of the Virginia region at Truist Financial, where he integrates and brings the full set of Truist Financial solutions to the market. With more than 21 years of banking experience, Ransom previously served as the […] The post Ransom named to Board of Trustees appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Water negotiations continue between counties
Talks are ongoing between Prince Edward County and the Town of Crewe on the proposed extension of water service into Nottoway County. In a Tuesday, Feb. 6 interview, County Administrator Doug Stanley said representatives from the county and Crewe have had two in-person meetings since late last year when talks resumed. “Our respective staff and […] The post Water negotiations continue between counties appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Benchmark closes out year with growth
Benchmark Bankshares, Inc. (BMBN), the Kenbridge-based holding company for Benchmark Community Bank, announced unaudited results for the quarter and year ending Dec. 31, 2023. Net income for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $3.5 million, or $0.78 per share, compared to $3.9 million, or $0.87 per share, posted for the fourth quarter of 2022. Net […] The post Benchmark closes out year with growth appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Solar bill postponed until 2025 session
Del. Richard Sullivan wanted all of us to know we got it wrong. He didn’t actually mean for his bill, HB636, to be voted on in the 2024 General Assembly session. Instead, Sullivan insisted on Tuesday, Feb. 6, he just wanted to start a conversation. Speaking before a Virginia House subcommittee, he asked that the […] The post Solar bill postponed until 2025 session appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
New books at Ripberger spotlight legendary Black performers
“African Americans and the Arts” is the theme for 2024’s Black History Month. And just in time, there are several new books at the Ripberger Public Library that highlight and explore the artistic contributions of four legendary Black performers. Ella Fitzgerald is not only remembered as a great jazz singer but a singer who transcended […] The post New books at Ripberger spotlight legendary Black performers appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Lancers stop four-game skid against Winthrop
Johnathan Massie cosplayed as Superman on Saturday afternoon for Longwood men’s basketball. The junior was nearly perfect while pouring in 31 points and leading the team to an 84-74 win over Winthrop. Massie seemingly couldn’t miss from anywhere and did only miss twice all night. He was 8-9 from the floor, 3-3 from three — […] The post Lancers stop four-game skid against Winthrop appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
County patches in to regional radio
Prince Edward County is working on a new radio system, one that connects all departments. From fire and rescue to police, our neighbors want to link it all together. And now they’re talking with officials from Lunenburg County about joining in. “We’re working with Lunenburg on a patch to put the two systems together,” said […] The post County patches in to regional radio appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Water negotiations continue between counties
Talks are ongoing between Prince Edward County and the Town of Crewe on the proposed extension of water service into Nottoway County. In a Tuesday, Feb. 6 interview, County Administrator Doug Stanley said representatives from the county and Crewe have had two in-person meetings since late last year when talks resumed. “Our respective staff and […] The post Water negotiations continue between counties appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Dispatch Church and Community Calendar
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. FEBRUARY 17 FREE LOCAL MUSIC — The Rosewood, located at 11426 Courthouse Road in Lunenburg, will play host to saxophone player Michael Redman on Saturday, Feb. 17, beginning at […] The post Dispatch Church and Community Calendar appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Burn ban started Thursday across Lunenburg County
It’s about that time of year again. Lunenburg County residents are under a limited burn ban, effective as of Thursday, Feb. 15. It’s not just here. The entire state has been placed under the same ban, as we begin the spring fire season. The rules are as follows: you can’t burn anything outdoors before 4 […] The post Burn ban started Thursday across Lunenburg County appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Benchmark closes out year with growth
Benchmark Bankshares, Inc. (BMBN), the Kenbridge-based holding company for Benchmark Community Bank, announced unaudited results for the quarter and year ending Dec. 31, 2023. Net income for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $3.5 million, or $0.78 per share, compared to $3.9 million, or $0.87 per share, posted for the fourth quarter of 2022. Net […] The post Benchmark closes out year with growth appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
The Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch
719+
Posts
1M+
Views
KenbridgeVictoriaDispatch.com is the digital news site for its affiliated print publication, The Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch. The KenbridgeVictoriaDispatch.com newsroom is located in Victoria, Virginia, and covers community news and sports in Kenbridge, Victoria, Lunenburg County, Virginia, and the surrounding area.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.