HISTORIC TRIANGLE — Catch up on news and notes in brief from in and around the Historic Triangle.
Williamsburg REALTORS donated $7,000 to Virginia Peninsula Foodbank
Williamsburg REALTORS, Williamsburg Multiple Listing Service, said it was proud to uphold its annual tradition of contributing 50% of WMLS Rules & Regulations Violation Income to a charitable cause selected by the Board by donating $7,000 in support of Virginia Peninsula Foodbank’s Backpack Program on Oct. 23.
The program’s mission is to break the cycle of hunger and food insecurity for children in low-income communities by providing nutritious healthy foods that are easily portable and can be consumed at their homes over weekends and during extended holidays throughout the year. Virginia Peninsula Foodbank is purchasing food to provide up to 1,500 food bags a week during the school year and up to 500 food bags per week during the summer months.
“We are deeply committed to making a positive impact on our community and are grateful for the opportunity to support the essential work of organizations like Virginia Peninsula Foodbank,” Williamsburg REALTORS said in a press release.
Spring Arbor of Williamsburg’s Kenneth Gibson Honored as Top Executive Director in Virginia
Kenneth Gibson, Executive Director of Spring Arbor of Williamsburg, was honored by the Virginia Assisted Living Association (VALA) with the 2023 Assisted Living Administrator of the Year Award, which recognizes the state’s top executive director in a senior living community on Oct. 18 at the VALA 2023 Fall Conference in Hampton.
Gibson has served as the Executive Director for Spring Arbor of Williamsburg for four years, first joining the community as Resident Care Director in 2018. Gibson has 14 years in clinical management of assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation settings.
VALA’s Assisted Living Administrator of the Year Award is presented annually and recognizes assisted living administrators who have demonstrated outstanding leadership through their dedication to the assisted living industry, to their staff, and to the residents and families they serve, according to a press release.
Spring Arbor of Williamsburg is located at 935 Capitol Landing Road. For more information about Spring Arbor of Williamsburg, visit the community’s website.
James City County Rotary Club Hears Speaker
James City County Rotary Club heard from former President and Board Chairman Ron Jacobson of Liebherr Group on Oct. 17
Founded in 1949 in Germany, Liebherr Group comprises over 140 companies world-wide and employs over 50,000 people. A technology company with a broadly diversified product program, it is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of construction machines.The Liebherr Group has a decentralized organizational structure, comprising 13 product segments and management is still in the hands of the Liebherr family.
For more information, go to liebherr.com.
York County Tax Bills Have Been Mailed
York County has announced that tax bills have been mailed, but residents don’t have to wait for the Post Office to deliver it, as e-bills are now available online.
The county encouarges residents to sign up for email notifications when bills are mailed and important reminders from the Treasurer’s office.
More details on the mailing, how to track USPS mail, and pay bills online can be found on the Treasurer website. Payment is due Dec. 5.
AARP Virginia: Open Enrollment Season Means Medicare Scams
With open enrollment season giving eligible beneficiaries until Dec. 7 to shop for the best deal for their health care, AARP Virginia is warning that some of the deals offered won’t be deals at all.
The organization warns that as in previous years, Medicare scams spike during open enrollment season, with criminals posing as insurance providers calling and emailing about free gifts or limited time offers — ploys designed to capture information criminals can use to bill Medicare for bogus services and treatment.
AARP Virginia cautions to be suspicious of anyone who calls, emails or visits promoting a Medicare plan, noting legitimate health plans can only contact you if you’ve requested information or if you have an existing relationship with them. It adds to always review your Medicare or explanation of benefits statement to ensure fraudulent charges aren’t included.
The AARP Fraud Watch Network is a free resource. Learn how to proactively spot scams or get guidance if you’ve been targeted. Visit aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call AARP’s dedicated helpline to speak to a fraud specialist at 1-877-908-3360.
To learn more, like AARP Virginia on Facebook and follow @AARPVa on Twitter.
Governor Signs Legislation Extending State Tax-Exemptions to All Military Retirees
Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently celebrated extended tax-exemptions for military retirement pay through the removal of age restrictions in the 2023 Virginia state budget. After enacting a state tax exemption for military retirement pay in 2022, this expanded benefit will apply to all military retirees regardless of age and takes effect in the taxable year beginning Jan. 1.
“With the support of the members of the Virginia General Assembly from both sides of the aisle, I was pleased to provide additional tax relief to our vast number of military retirees that call Virginia home. Reducing the tax burden on military retirees was a promise we made early on, and we were able to deliver. After commendable years of service and sacrifice, our Virginia veterans deserve the best treatment,” said Gov. Glenn Youngkin. “As governor, I’m working to make Virginia the No. 1 state in America for veterans and military retirees to live, work, and raise a family.”
