Dinwiddie supervisors approve FY2026 budget amendments, bylaws change, appointments and new firearms committee The Dinwiddie County Board of Supervisors on Jan. 20 approved FY2026 budget amendments, a bylaws amendment clarifying appointment authority, several appointments and creation of a firearms safety advisory committee to study backdrops and night shooting rules.

Dinwiddie County's Board of Supervisors just made significant moves by amending the FY2026 budget and forming a new firearms safety advisory committee!

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After citizen reports of shocks and a pacemaker event, county to ask Dominion and state regulator to review transmission lines at sports complex A citizen reported repeated electrical shocks and a Sept. 4 pacemaker/defibrillator incident at the Dinwiddie Sports Complex; county officials said crews and Dominion Energy investigated and will request a formal evaluation from Dominion and the State Corporation Commission, and will ask Southside Electric to review lines.

After multiple reports of shocking experiences and a serious medical incident at the Dinwiddie Sports Complex, county officials are demanding a thorough investigation into the safety of nearby high-voltage transmission lines.

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Dinwiddie supervisors hear VDOT update on delayed roundabout, bridge reopening and push for rural road funding Virginia Department of Transportation reported a lone over-budget bid for the Ferndale–River Road roundabout and outlined delays, bridge reopenings and routine maintenance; county supervisors discussed adding a rural-transportation funding request to the 2026 legislative agenda.

Dinwiddie County faces delays on the Ferndale-River Road roundabout due to an over-budget bid, prompting local leaders to push for urgent rural transportation funding.

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Dinwiddie County School Board Names Kimberly Bailey Principal at Dinwiddie High School School board approves Kimberly Bailey as Dinwiddie High School's new principal for upcoming year.

Big changes are coming to Dinwiddie High School as Kimberly Bailey steps in as the new principal, bringing her deep community roots and enthusiasm for education!

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Dinwiddie County Commissioners approve residential rezoning for Sutherland property Commissioners recommend approval for converting 1.5 acres from agricultural to residential zoning

Dinwiddie County is on the verge of transforming a 1.5-acre property from agricultural to residential use, opening doors for new opportunities in the Sutherland Bridal Village Area!

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Planning Commission approves rezoning of four lots in Petersburg for residential development Commission recommends approval for rezoning from residential to urban for four lots

Dinwiddie County's Planning Commission just took a monumental step to boost local housing by recommending a key rezoning, paving the way for new single-family homes and infrastructure improvements!

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West Petersburg Board defers rezoning request amid drainage concerns from community members Board defers decision after drainage concerns raised; community meeting scheduled for further discussion.

Drainage issues are stirring up a storm in Dinwiddie County as residents rally for their voices to be heard before any rezoning decisions are made.

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