Harris makes Dean’s List at NC A&T

Antonio Harris, a 2014 graduate of Charles City High School, has completed his first year at North Carolina A&T University, making the Dean’s List for both the Fall 2014 and Spring 2015 semesters. Eligibility for the list is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a grade-point average of 3.0 or higher. Antonio is the son of Tony and Regina Harris.

Charles City CERT program graduates

2015 Charles City ‘Teachers of the Year’

Letter to the editor: Asks NK supervisors to aid local theater group

At the last Board of Supervisors meeting, the President of New Kent Stagehands asked the board to allow the group to manage and use the stage at the Historical School. This dedicated group of community theater performers have performed for New Kent residents in adult and children’s plays, murder mystery dinner theaters, sang at the county fair, performed at historical events, and participate in holiday activities. They perform these events for free, and give their time to do so. They pay for their costumes and spend numerous hours rehearsing just to bring enjoyment to our community. For 12 years, the…
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Two land on Bridgewater’s Dean List

Andrew Berkley, a junior majoring in business administration from Lanexa, and Albert FitzPatrick, a sophomore majoring in business administration from Quinton, have been named to Bridgewater College’s Dean’s List for the spring semester. In order to be named to the list, a student must have obtained a grade-point average of 3.4 or better during the 15-week semester.

Two from New Kent earn nursing degrees from RCC

Two New Kent County residents were part of a class of 34 students to earn associate’s degrees in nursing from Rappahannock Community College. Trisha Holden and Kerry Watkins were among those recognized during a pinning ceremony on May 8 at RCC’s Warsaw Campus. The ceremony recognized graduating students for their achievement. Each read messages of thanks as they received their pins. Students recited the Nurse’s Pledge, which was followed by a reception at Cobham Park Baptist Church.

Poole honored with service award from Virginia’s DCR

Danette Poole, a resident of Providence Forge, has been recognized by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation with its Distinguished Service Award from the Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals (SORP). The award is presented annually to individuals who’ve made significant contributions to the outdoor recreation profession. “Throughout her career, Danette has shown an unparalleled commitment to the great outdoors by planning and facilitating public use of Virginia’s cherished landscapes,” said SORP President Sergio Capozzi. Poole is the director of planning and recreation resources for the Department of Conservation and Recreation. She has worked in the agency since 1976 and…
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Five years and still going strong

Taking Root farm tour locations named

Virginia Cooperative Extension Office has announced the Taking Root farm tour, scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 1-5 p.m. This year the tour will feature two different kinds of farming operations and opportunities to learn about New Kent agriculture. The tour will be in the New Kent area of the county, with stops at the Lightning Ridge Farm (10341 New Kent Highway) and Couch’s Berry Farm (8201 Poindexter Road). For more information on the tour or for directions, visit the New Kent Virginia Cooperative Extension website at http://offices.ext.vt.edu/new-kent or call the office at 966-9645. Signs will be posted as well to…
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Letter to the Editor: Asks Cap2Cap to move ride to Route 5 bike trail

Let me start by saying that I like to see people having fun, especially on a beautiful day like Saturday was. To that end, I had hoped that all the bikers this weekend would capitalize on the recently opened bike trail that stretches along Route 5 between Williamsburg and Richmond. I am not a bicyclist myself, but I want people to have fun, and I want the Cap2Cap to continue every year. However, every year during this event bicyclists are routed along The Glebe Lane and Wilcox Neck Road. I am afraid I have to take serious issue with this…
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