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‘I wanted to be a giver’ : Singletary finds ways to help Kenbridge
She’s known in Kenbridge and across the area as Dr. Dan’s daughter. And Janie Baugh Singletary is following in her father’s footsteps, both in helping her hometown and being named as Lunenburg County’s Citizen of the Year. Singletary was honored in late January with the award, given out each year by the Chamber of Commerce. […] The post ‘I wanted to be a giver’ : Singletary finds ways to help Kenbridge appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
AARP warns about romance scams
The past two years have seen an explosion of crypto currency scams which has led many people to ask the same question – how? After all, crypto currency is something most people don’t understand, and those who do follow it know that it is very volatile, completely unregulated, and has no protection for investors. So, […] The post AARP warns about romance scams appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Most cattle prices climb in latest state report
Virginia Market News Service reported the following weekly ag trends on February 9: In Virginia, state graded feeder cattle mostly steady to 18.00 higher. Feeder cattle prices at regular auction sales mostly 11.00 to 22.00 higher. Slaughter cattle prices uneven, ranging 5.00 lower to 5.00 higher. Wheat new crop .17 lower. Corn mostly .10 to […] The post Most cattle prices climb in latest state report appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
New candidate enters 5th District race
And then there were three. This week, Amherst County resident Gloria Tinsley Witt entered the race to be Southside Virginia’s next 5th District Congressional representative. Witt becomes the second Democrat to file for the seat this time, joining Paul Riley in that primary. On the Republican side, incumbent representative Bob Good is facing a challenge […] The post New candidate enters 5th District race appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Better Days offers helping hands
By Regan Standlick The K-V Dispatch January has been a big month for Better Days, with seven families receiving supplies. Now, as the group heads into the heart of February, officials are asking for donations, to replenish and prepare to meet more needs. That’ll take place this coming Saturday just over the border in Prince […] The post Better Days offers helping hands appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Health district honored by national group
The Piedmont Health District has been recognized by the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) for its ability to plan for, respond to, and recover from public health emergencies. The Piedmont Health District demonstrated these capabilities by meeting the comprehensive preparedness benchmarks required by Project Public Health Ready (PPHR), a unique partnership […] The post Health district honored by national group appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
KFD firefighters honored for service
Members of the Kenbridge Fire Department (KFD) received awards for dedicated service during a banquet at the department Saturday, Jan. 27. Awards were handed out to the Firefighter of the Year, Officer of the Year, the officer who responded to the most calls and firefighters with five, 15, 20, 35, 45 and 50 years of […] The post KFD firefighters honored for service appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Southside pup looks to score for Animal Planet
By Sharon Johnson The K-V Dispatch This Sunday, Lunenburg residents will have the chance to see a local rookie take home a major championship in a high-stakes game that is sure to be a fight to the finish. Of course, millions of eyes will be glued to the matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and […] The post Southside pup looks to score for Animal Planet appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
STEPS housing project moves forward
By Sharon Johnson The K-V Dispatch 64-year-old Gregory Greene said he’d been in a shelter more than 34 times since he moved to Charlottesville. “Probably more than that. I ain’t never had a place of my own,” said the former security guard. After dozens of attempts to find a home, Greene landed at The Crossings, […] The post STEPS housing project moves forward appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Make sure your ticket is legitimate
Getting tickets to must-see concerts is becoming harder than ever. From presale signup to waiting hours online and still missing out on the tickets you want, criminals have a solution – and it’s costing consumers a lot of money in fraudulent ticket purchases. With most concert venues switching to digital tickets only, it is easier […] The post Make sure your ticket is legitimate appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Virginia farmers hear U.S. report
As Virginia farmers advocate for their livelihoods on the grassroots level, interactions with national farm leaders and economists impart perspectives that bring the big picture into focus. This was evidenced when a group of about 20 farmers, Virginia Farm Bureau Federation leaders, students and other stakeholders recently met with industry experts in Washington. They toured […] The post Virginia farmers hear U.S. report appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Recent rain lifts drought status
If there’s one thing the past three weeks of winter weather has done, it’s eliminate any drought concerns in this region. As of Monday, Jan. 29, all drought advisories for Lunenburg County and the surrounding areas were lifted. To give an example of the difference, Lunenburg just recorded the sixth wettest December on record. The […] The post Recent rain lifts drought status appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
World Series players honored by Virginia House
Lunenburg County was on the mind of the Virginia House of Delegates Monday morning, as they paid tribute to a specific group of men and boys. The Lunenburg County All-Star baseball team, the group that won the Dixie Youth World Series last fall, was in attendance with their coaches while Del. Tommy Wright introduced a […] The post World Series players honored by Virginia House appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Speedway makes a change for Late Model Series
South Boston Speedway and Hoosier Racing Tire, two leaders in short-track asphalt racing, are forging new ground together with South Boston Speedway becoming the first weekly short track to commit to using the new Hoosier ST2 racing tire for the entire 2024 season. The ST2 tire is part of Hoosier’s new ST line of Late […] The post Speedway makes a change for Late Model Series appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
HEAT billboards start showing in Lunenburg
You may have noticed the signs while driving around in the county this week. The Virginia State Police are using Lunenburg County as a bit of a test case for their new program. VSP’s Help Eliminate Auto Theft (HEAT) group put up mobile billboards all around the area, each offering statistics, urging people to report […] The post HEAT billboards start showing in Lunenburg appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Lockdown practice returns for schools
There’s a good chance at some point next week, you’ll hear about a lockdown involving a school in Lunenburg County. To be clear, these are just drills. That’s something Lunenburg Schools Superintendent Dr. Sharon Stanislas and her staff want to emphasize. Specifically, there will be lockdown drills taking place in each of the county schools […] The post Lockdown practice returns for schools 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 4 MORNING WORSHIP — Victoria Baptist Church, located at 1423 8th Street in Victoria, will hold worship services on Sunday, Feb. 4. Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m. […] The post Dispatch Church and Community Calendar appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
‘Which ballot do you want?’
By Nate Pentecost The K-V Dispatch Which ballot do you want, Democrat or Republican? When you go to vote in the presidential primary in Lunenburg County, you’ll get asked that question. It’s not a trick or a scam. Several people have messaged The Dispatch, asking if it’s legal. As for why it’s set up this […] The post ‘Which ballot do you want?’ appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Bill would let solar bypass all local permits
The Virginia House committee was a bit concerned on Friday when they went through the full bill. To be clear, after hearing the latest addition, they decided it was time for someone else to make decisions regarding HB636. By a unanimous vote, the Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns washed their hands of it, sending […] The post Bill would let solar bypass all local permits appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Daisy Award winner honored
Rhonda Bowen RN, is the fourth quarter recipient of the Daisy Award. Pictured are, from left, Tom Angelo, Centra CEO; Claudia Meinhard, Centra CNO, Bowen and Kathy Kendall, Nurse Director of Tele-Med Surgery. The Daisy Award is a recognition program to celebrate and recognize nurses who go above and beyond to provide patients and families […] The post Daisy Award winner honored appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
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