News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | August 14, 2020
Simple assault charge lodged against former New Kent High School coach dismissed
A charge against a former New Kent High School coach has been dismissed. John William Fulks, 42, of the 14000 block of W. River Road, King William, had one count of simple assault dismissed during Monday afternoon proceedings in New Kent Circuit Court. On Nov. 8, 2019, Fulks allegedly was involved in an altercation that took place in the locker room prior to an away game. Fulks allegedly stepped into the middle of a fight and pushed a juvenile in the back. He was arrested in December 2019 and later convicted in general district court on the charge and received…
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Editorial: Let’s put an end to human trafficking
The world can be a dangerous place, especially with the outbreak of the Coronavirus and the dangers that it brings. However, let us address what I feel is a topic that is swept under the rug at times, and that is human trafficking. The trafficking of humans is a billionaire business worldwide annual. The world cannot seem to get a hold of it. It can include anyone from men to women. The statistics can be muddy as many critics try to argue what it is and what it is not. Human trafficking involves force, fraud, and coercion to obtain some…
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Lifetime dog license established in New Kent
Dog owners in New Kent will be required to purchase lifetime licenses for their pet beginning Jan. 1 of next year. New Kent’s Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the recommendation to establish a lifetime dog license during Monday night’s board meeting. The approval came after County Administrator Rodney Hathaway received a request from treasurer Charles Evelyn. The lifetime license will replace the annual renewal that is currently required by the county. The license will cost $15 per dog for ages four months and older.
Cassano promoted to U.S. Navy captain
Christopher Cassano, a former Providence Forge resident, was recently promoted to the position of captain in the United States Navy. Cassano received his commission in 2000 and has had assignments in the United States, Far East, and the Middle East. He is currently stationed in Washington D.C.
Man receives 16-month jail sentence for driving under the influence in Charles City
A man who operated a vehicle under the influence of alcohol in Charles City will spend the next 16 months in jail. Matthew Ryan Mayer, 30, of the 10000 block of Blue Ridge Drive, Hurt, entered guilty pleas to one count each of DUI (third offense) and misdemeanor driving revoked as part of a plea deal during Friday morning proceedings in Charles City Circuit Court. One charge each of misdemeanor refusal to take a breath test and misdemeanor destruction of property were dropped as part of the agreement. In a summary of evidence provided by Commonwealth’s Attorney Rob Tyler, on…
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