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Retention Pond Overflowing (Video)
Video shows storm water overflowing HOA's retention pond on June 14, 2022. This footage was taken after the storm had abated, so...
Jun 14, 20221 min read


Rhododendrons On Display
It's a wonderful time of the year for lovers of rhododendrons. Be careful sniffing the aroma up close to avoid a stung proboscis, for...
Jun 8, 20221 min read


An Approximate Pond
A walk around a pond reveals the inventory of plants, including invasive Honeysuckle (HS). South is up to match the perspective from the...
May 25, 20221 min read


Mulch Arrives With Snow
April snow showers bring mulch and future flowers. Despite an overnight blanket of snow, by the evening of April 1 the fresh brown mulch was neatly spread, the grounds were clean, and the snow melted.
Apr 1, 20221 min read


Turbulent Water
With extreme rain, the flow from street runoff threatens the integrity of the south bank of the pond on Oak Hill Blvd. High water volume...
Jan 10, 20221 min read


Seeking Carpenter for Posts
The KPVA President writes, "The Board needs help. Our many year light and mail box carpenter has retired. The Board is having trouble...
Jan 9, 20221 min read


'Tis The Season
The new year opened with enough snow to merit a "push" by the company that has a contract with KPVA. For residents, not having to shovel...
Jan 2, 20221 min read


Pemberton Crew Descends For Final Cleanup
The team from Pemberton LLC descended on KPVillas to conclude the 2021 landscaping season. With blowers, mowers, a min-dozer, and a...
Dec 8, 20211 min read


Yet Another Solar Benefit
Solar energy already serves homeowners in KPVillas. Solar pathway lights, for example, help owners and visitors safely navigate their...
Dec 6, 20211 min read


December Clean Up
KPVA President Tom Felger announced, "There will be a second clean up next week (December 6-10). As always, weather dependent." Gutters...
Dec 1, 20211 min read


Opinion: Plant Native Trees or Perennials
Street names like Bent Tree and Oak Hill may become nostalgic as the trees age without replacement. Meanwhile, we pay landscapers to...
Nov 16, 20211 min read


Invasives Encroaching
Invasive plants in and adjacent to KPVA lots are displacing native species that support bird and animal life. Honeysuckles, for example,...
Nov 16, 20211 min read
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