News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | January 12, 2026
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Albertson earns Business Administration degree from Averett University
Logan Albertson, a resident of New Kent, recently graduated from Averett University. Albertson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Science. He was also named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester, which requires a student to earn a grade-point average of 3.4 or higher.
Local students recognized on College of William and Mary’s Dean’s List
Four local students were named to the Dean’s List at the College of William & Mary for the Spring 2025 semester. Parker McBrayer of Barhamsville, Emma Shellman of Charles City, Catie Bennett of Providence Forge, and Kendal Vorous of Quinton were acknowledged for their academic achievement. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a quality-point average of 3.6 or higher.
The power of choice helps New Kent graduates reach milestone, prepare for future journey
Decision-making is what allowed New Kent High School’s Class of 2025 to congregate inside of Kaplan Arena on the campus of the College of William and Mary during June 5 commencement ceremonies. And it will be decision-making that guides their future paths. That was the message delivered to the 260 graduates as they celebrated their milestones in front of family and friends. Salutatorian and senior class president Hannah Tober commented about a story she heard while watching the Softball College World Series. “Three items were put in a boiling pot of water; a carrot, an egg, and coffee beans,” she…
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New Kent High School Class of 2025 Valedictorian: Olivia Allen
Olivia Allen posted a grade-point average of 4.729 as valedictorian of New Kent High School’s Class of 2025. She is a member of the National Honor Society, BETA Club, Student Council Association, Phi Beta Kappa, served as team captain of the field hockey, soccer, and swim team, is the senior class vice president, and attended Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School. Olivia will be attending the University of Virginia where she plans to major in biology and follow a pre-medicine track to become a pediatrician. She is the daughter of Edward and Katherine Allen.
New Kent High School Class of 2025 Salutatorian: Hannah Tober
Hannah Tober is salutatorian of New Kent High School’s Class of 2025 with a grade-point average of 4.6. She is a member of the National Honor Society, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Interact Club, team captain of the softball team, is the senior class president, and attended Chesapeake Bay Governor’s School. Hannah will be attending the University of Virginia to continue her career in softball, and plans to major in biology, with plans to head to medical school and become a physician. She is the daughter of Ed and Regina Tober.
Four named to President’s List at James Madison University
Four residents were named to James Madison University’s President’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. Hunter Meadows and Clara Fenandez, both of Lanexa, Daniella Flowers of New Kent, and Brianna Bartlett of Quinton, were recognized for their academic excellence during the semester. In order to be named to the President’s List, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher.
Several residents earn degrees from James Madison University
Several local residents earned degrees from James Madison University as part of May commencement ceremonies. Avery Fernandez of Lanexa graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Logan Broz of Providence Forge earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing. Jordan Creed of Quinton graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, and Holly Hazelwood of Lanexa graduated with a Masters of Art and Teaching in Education. Honor graduates from the university are Allison Sours of Quinton (Cum Laude- Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences), Abigail Turner of Providence Forge (Magna Cum Laude- Bachelor of Science in Inclusive Early Child…
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Five local residents named to Dean’s List at Radford University
Five local residents were named to the Deans’ List at Radford University for the Spring 2025 semester. Caroline Carter and Trenton Hudgins, both of Quinton, and Max Bredehoft, Mark Daniel, and Aiden Melton, all of Quinton, were recognized for their academic accolades. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be taking at least 12 credit hours and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.4 or better.
Eight locals named to James Madison University’s 2025 Spring Dean’s List
Several local students were named to the Dean’s List at James Madison University for the Spring 2025 semester. Christian Jones and Olivia Brightwell, both of New Kent, Avery Fernandez, Akira Hicks, and Kendall Hicks, all of Lanexa, Ellie Gray and Laura Clark, both of Providence Forge, and Jacob Snawder of Quinton, were recognized for their academic achievements. To be eligible for the list, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 graded credit hours.
Ross named to Milwaukee School of Engineering Dean’s List
Katie Ross, the 2023 valedictorian of New Kent High School, was named to Milwaukee School of Engineering Dean’s List for the 2025 Spring Semester. To be recognized for the achievement, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.2 while taking at least 12 credit hours.
