As summer gives way to fall, Kimba reflects on transitions and the subtle signals of change, encouraging confidence and forward momentum even amid uncertainty.
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Dock tale hour: A recap of this week’s headlines
Set humorously in the year 2066, Kimberly imagines a futuristic roundup of headlines ranging from Mars colony updates and record-breaking heat waves to a 72-year-old Justin Bieber tour and a female Heisman-winning quarterback. Blending satire with local Smith Mountain Lake references, she playfully envisions how today’s world and community might evolve over the next 50 …
Dock Tale Hour: Who wants to hang out?
Kimba celebrates gathering with friends and embracing spontaneity, capturing the warmth and freedom that define summer at the lake.
Dock Tale Hour: Trust me, I know a short cut
With humor and relatability, Kimba examines our tendency to believe we know the “better way,” exploring detours—literal and figurative—and the lessons they bring.
Dock Tale Hour: The fine art of tinkering
Inspired by curiosity and experimentation, Kimba celebrates creative problem-solving and the satisfaction that comes from figuring things out.
Dock Tale Hour: Something in the water
In this affectionate tribute, Kimba highlights the beauty and magnetism of Smith Mountain Lake, blending admiration with humor about the community’s irresistible pull.
Dock tale hour: Chamber leader Vicki Gardner says community center key to SML’s future
Kimberly highlights Vicki Gardner’s long-standing leadership in promoting tourism and economic growth at Smith Mountain Lake, including her advocacy for a unified tourism map and major community events. Looking ahead, Gardner champions the creation of a large community center — fueled in part by the support generated through “Vicki’s Vision” — as essential to SML’s …
Dock tale hour: Redrawn Virginia tourism regions puts SML on the map
Kimberly details how Smith Mountain Lake was long misrepresented on Virginia tourism maps, limiting its visibility as a unified destination. After years of persistence and collaboration, regional leaders successfully secured a redesign placing SML prominently within the new Virginia Mountains Region, strengthening its marketing presence and tourism potential. Read the full article →
Dock Tale Hour: To Grandmother’s house we go
With humor and warmth, Kimba reflects on family gatherings and the preparations that accompany holiday travel, capturing both the chaos and charm of tradition.
Dock tale hour: Smith Mountain Lake residents give of their time and checkbooks
Kimberly highlights the strong culture of philanthropy at Smith Mountain Lake, where residents generously give both their time and money through a wide range of participant-driven fundraising events. From plunges and triathlons to golf tournaments, home tours, and holiday boat parades, these community efforts raise significant funds while fostering lasting involvement and support for local …