New Kent Charles City Chronicle

News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | November 18, 2018

Proclaiming Grace Outreach donations

Proclaiming Grace Outreach presented two $6,000 checks Friday afternoon as the result of the organization’s fundraisers. Above, Nancy Goodman and Michelle Dho receive a check on behalf of New Kent Humane’s Society from Proclaiming Grace Outreach representative Melanie King. Below, a monetary donation to New Kent Animal Shelter is received by (l to r) Amanda Barnett, Goodman, Heath Jenkins, Melanie King (presenter), Elizabeth Rose, and Edward William of New Kent Sheriff’s Office.Robb Johnson photos

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  • Editorial: Charles City and New Kent are two different counties

    When you live in two communities that intertwine on a regular basis, they often are compared to each other in a variety of areas. But let me say it like it is: Charles City and New Kent are two different localities, and that’s not a bad thing. My interactions within both counties allow me to hear talk and see comparisons of what residents of one jurisdiction think about the other. Examples of this include educational systems, government efficiency, business opportunities, and much more. But instead of these two counties (that I do enjoy) being compared, each of them offers their…
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Featured News

  • U.S. Military Veteran Henry Hayes (second from left) is among the many honored at Charles City’s Veterans’ Day ceremony Monday morning at the Government and Administration Building. The message delivered on the occasion is to provide more support to veterans and thank them for their service. Accompanying Hayes are (l to r) Board of Supervisors chairman Gilbert Smith, county administrator Michelle Johnson, and District 2 supervisor Bill Coada.Robb Johnson photo
  • Jay Michael Moore provides a historical lesson on World War I during the 100th anniversary commemorating the end of World War I on Veterans’ Day at New Kent Middle School. The program featured a choral presentation, displays of World War I memorabilia, and a muster roll of New Kent residents who served in the United States Military at that time.Robb Johnson photo
  • New Kent’s Dean Powell (88) wraps up Phoebus’ Anthony Turner (7) as teammate Jamar Christian closes in to seal the tackle on the 1,000-yard running back.Robb Johnson photo
  • The Rev. Ray Gresham (left) bellows out the last note of “God Bless the U.S.A.” as retired U.S. Sergeant Robert Bunn pumps his fist in adoration during New Kent Middle School’s Veterans’ Day program on Nov. 9. The annual program continues to honor those who served and sacrificed for the country. Below, New Kent Middle School’s choir orchestrate a melody of songs honoring the veterans and the United States.Robb Johnson photos