Shannon Kelly

1 week ago | altavistajournal.com | Shannon Kelly

By Shannon KellyWomack Publishing News ServiceThe Town of Hurt council approved a proposed budget for advertisement ahead of a public hearing and adoption scheduled for June on Tuesday, May 13, after two continuations of a meeting started May 6. The proposed budget includes a real estate tax rate increase from 13 cents per $100, to 15 cents per $100 of assessed value, and increases to volumetric water rates, and the base rate fee.

2 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The Town of Hurt council approved a proposed budget for advertisement ahead of a public hearing and adoption scheduled for June on Tuesday, May 13, after two continuations of a meeting started May 6. The proposed budget includes a real estate tax rate increase from 13 cents per $100, to 15 cents per $100 of assessed value, and increases to volumetric water rates, and the base rate fee. Personal property tax rates are proposed to remain unchanged from the current amount.

3 weeks ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The Town of Gretna council adopted a fire prevention ordinance during a council meeting on April 8. Prior to this move, Gretna did not have any fire prevention ordinance in place. While things like fireworks, compliance with burn bans, and other regulations can be found in places like the Code of Virginia, there was no local ordinance. Council’s goal was to help protect the community as best as possible from fire-related devastation.

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

The third annual Southside regional real estate forum, held Wednesday, April 30, showed both challenges and highlights of growth in the area. A panel discussion followed a luncheon and networking period for attendees. Realtors, investors, real estate agents, developers, and others within or adjacent to the industry were invited to attend the yearly event, this year held at Motleys Mill in Chatham.

1 month ago | chathamstartribune.com | Shannon Kelly

Federal cuts targeting libraries and museums could impact public library services around the United States, including Pittsylvania County’s and the City of Danville's. Public libraries are largely funded through county and city taxes, but federal funding also plays a role in a library system's operations and resources. On March 14, an Executive Order was signed in Washington targeting the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).