Coutu earns Masters Degree from University of Georgia

Abbey Coutu, a resident of Barhamsville, graduated from the University of Georgia during May 9 commencement exercises. Coutu graduated with a MSAT in Athletic Training.

Patrick Henry appears at The Ordinary

CCPS Wellness Fun Fair

Survey launched to inquire public input for next Charles City superintendent of schools

Charles City County’s School Board has begun the process of hiring a new superintendent and is seeking public input. The school board has launched a survey to facilitate community involvement. The survey is accessible at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CharlesCity25. It can also be found on the school division’s web page, with hard copies available at the school board’s central office and the main office of both schools. A public hearing for further input will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 6:30 p.m. inside the auditorium of Charles City High School.

Donation to Bridges of Change

Kennedy hired as newest reporter for New Kent-Charles City Chronicle

The New Kent-Charles City Chronicle is pleased to announce the hiring of Noah Kennedy as a reporter. Kennedy is a 2023 graduate from Radford University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Studies, with a specialty in multimedia journalism. The Mechanicsville resident was a member of the university’s newspaper staff, The Tartan, where he was assigned to sporting events, concerts, and fundraisers. Kennedy’s main assignments for the Chronicle will be in sporting events and community events. To contact Mr. Kennedy, please email him at noah.nkccnews@gmail.com.

Thrive Virginia hosting Family Fun Day in Charles City on May 30

Thrive Virginia will host its annual Family Fun Day on May 30, 2-6 p.m. at Harrison Park in Charles City County. The event serves as an engagement for families while fostering community connections. Events include free food, a dunking booth, music, face painting, games, and more. The event is free to attend and made possible by community partners. For more information about the event, email info@thriveva.org or call 804-362-6835.

Crites inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Breanna Crites, a resident of Lanexa, has been elected to the membership into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Crites was elected into the branch at Virginia Commonwealth University. Membership is by invitation only and requires nominations and approval by a chapter. To be selected, a person must be in the top 10 percent of the senior class, top 7.5 percent of the junior class, or the top 10 percent as a graduate student.

New Kent High School Third Quarter Honor Roll 2024-25

Grade 9- Khoen Allen, Kierra Allen, Georgia Ancarrow, Amiya Armstead, Peyton Bathurst, Alexis Baugher, Ryleigh Bell, Madeline Bengtson, Jeffrey Bennett Jr., Cadee Bennett, Jacy Bess, Matthew Blakenship, Vincent Bohardt, Curtis Bolan, Austynn Boyd, Ava Brandon, Lauren Bratcher, Mackenzie Brubeck, Kara Burcham, Olivia Burno, Savannah Burrell, Makenna Bursaw, Tenslee Bydrd, Audrey Carlison, Harper Carlyle, Davis Chandler, Constance Cheeseman, Cameron Cline, Nicholas Cortina, Joy Couch, Chloe Coyle, Logan Cramer, Gabriel Crum, Madison DeRose, Dale Dole, Zoe Doucet, Emilee Edwards, Camden Evelyn, Lilth Fearston, Taylar Felts, William Ferrell, Quinn Fiel, Shyiah Figaro, Brooklyn Fleischman, Luke Flippo, Kendall Foley, Liam Fornel, Skyler Freeman, Noelle…
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Success at SkillsUSA state competition