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Dock tale hour: A recap of this week’s headlines

August 1, 2016

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…

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Dock Tale Hour: Who wants to hang out?

July 1, 2016

Kimba celebrates gathering with friends and embracing spontaneity, capturing the warmth and freedom that define summer at the lake. Read the full article →

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Dock Tale Hour: Trust me, I know a short cut

June 1, 2016

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. Read the full…

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Dock Tale Hour: The fine art of tinkering

May 1, 2016

Inspired by curiosity and experimentation, Kimba celebrates creative problem-solving and the satisfaction that comes from figuring things out. Read the full article →

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Dock Tale Hour: Something in the water

March 1, 2016

In this affectionate tribute, Kimba highlights the beauty and magnetism of Smith Mountain Lake, blending admiration with humor about the community’s irresistible pull. Read the full…

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Dock tale hour: Chamber leader Vicki Gardner says community center key to SML’s future

January 1, 2016

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…

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Dock tale hour: Redrawn Virginia tourism regions puts SML on the map

January 1, 2016

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,…

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Dock Tale Hour: To Grandmother’s house we go

November 1, 2015

With humor and warmth, Kimba reflects on family gatherings and the preparations that accompany holiday travel, capturing both the chaos and charm of tradition. Read the…

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Dock tale hour: Smith Mountain Lake residents give of their time and checkbooks

July 1, 2015

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…

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Dock Tale Hour: My brew ha-ha

July 1, 2015

In this candid and amusing confession, Kimba shares her love of coffee and the rituals around it, highlighting how small daily comforts become cherished habits. Read…

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