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Food Distribution on Sunday: Calendar for the week of May 31

1 week ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 4:07 pm Saturday, May 31, 2025 This week, we have a food distribution on Sunday, the pool is open in Victoria, the Farmer’s Market is back in Kenbridge. The community calendar is published each Wednesday. Items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Monday for that Wednesday’s calendar. Email events to [email protected] 31FARMERS MARKET — The Kenbridge Farmers Market will be open on Saturday, May 31. That’ll take place from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Jemeire Hite remembered by school, Lunenburg County community

1 week ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 3:47 pm Thursday, May 29, 2025 Jemeire Hite was loved by his community. That’s something people who even just saw him from time to time in the hallways at school have wanted to make clear over the last week. Hite, who graduated from Central High on May 24, was in a serious car accident later that day, one that sent him to the hospital, where he later passed away. According to Virginia State Police, a report came in about 4:45 p.m. on May 24 from Gladys Road in nearby Campbell County.
Lunenburg County budget goes to public hearing, with date set.

1 week ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 11:11 pm Wednesday, May 28, 2025 Residents will be able to speak up about what they like and what they want to see changed when it comes to the Lunenburg County budget in a couple of weeks. That’ll take place on Thursday, June 12, during the meeting of county supervisors. And there’s plenty to discuss about this coming year’s budget, both about the increases and what’s causing them. First off, let’s talk about the general fund portion.
What’s driving increased budget in Kenbridge? It’s a trash problem

1 week ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 4:44 pm Wednesday, May 28, 2025 The costs are going up and as a result, the budget has to increase as well. That’s why the Town of Kenbridge is looking at an increased general fund budget of $1.462 million, compared to this year’s $1.39 million. A public hearing on the budget is set for mid-June, as town officials look to balance things out. There are four major areas where increased costs hit the town hard.
Lunenburg School Board names new member, fills empty seat

2 weeks ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 12:15 am Friday, May 23, 2025 Lunenburg County once again has a full school board. The Lunenburg School Board has chosen Cheryl Berumen-Rivas to fill the empty seat representing District 7, the Meherrin River District. Berumen-Rivas has a daughter who is a recent Central High graduate and a young son in the Lunenburg County school system.
What is the future for the Laurel Branch Solar project?

2 weeks ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 4:54 pm Thursday, May 22, 2025 What has happened to the Laurel Branch solar project? That’s a great question, with an answer that changes, depending on which of the involved parties you ask. As mentioned earlier this month, it’s something Lunenburg residents would like to know as well, based on the comments made at the board of supervisors meetings.
Solar project approved half a mile from Lunenburg County border

2 weeks ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 6:35 am Tuesday, May 20, 2025 A solar project that will be built a half mile from the Lunenburg County line was approved last week in Prince Edward County. CEP Solar was on the agenda Tuesday, May 13 for the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors, asking them to consider approving a Meherrin facility. Oak Lane Solar is the one that made it before supervisors Tuesday and the one they ended up approving by a split vote.
Lunenburg County deputies called out to investigate a shooting

2 weeks ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 6:55 pm Monday, May 19, 2025 Lunenburg County deputies were called out for assistance on Sunday, asked to help investigate a shooting near Keysville. According to Lunenburg County Sheriff Arthur Townsend, one person sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital, where as of Tuesday morning, they were listed in stable condition. Another person was taken into custody in connection with the incident and is currently being held at Piedmont Regional Jail.
Music in the Park returns: Calendar for the week of May 16

3 weeks ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 12:39 am Friday, May 16, 2025 We have Music in the Park returning, a cruise-in, a farmer’s market and theatre auditions coming up this weekend. More activities are planned for next week and the time afterward. This is the Dispatch calendar, a weekly rundown of events. Items must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. Monday for that Wednesday’s calendar. Email events to [email protected]. MAY 16MUSIC IN THE PARK – Music in the Park is back in Victoria for another season.
Town of Victoria sets this year’s pool opening date

1 month ago | kenbridgevictoriadispatch.com | Brian Carlton

Published 9:03 am Tuesday, May 6, 2025 When will the pool open in the Town of Victoria? That’s a question The Dispatch has fielded several times over the last couple of weeks. Now the town has provided an answer. The start for this season is Friday, May 23, beginning at 11 a.m. This season, the pool will be open Monday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. for anyone who buys a daily pass for $10. Those with a season pass will get in either a bit earlier or a bit later.