Templin attains Eagle Scout rank

Sibley named to Dean’s List at Pacific University for Fall 2020 semester

Rowan Sibley, a resident of Barhamsville, was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2020 semester at Pacific University at Forest Grove in Oregon. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher while taking at least 12 or more graded course credits.

New Kent High School alum Fultz remains humbled and blessed, both in front and behind television camera

As a standout track performer at New Kent High School, Matthew Fultz literally hurdled his way to success on the athletic field. After a self-reflection during his senior year in high school back in 2011 of his future, he locked into a goal that now has made him one of the most recognizable faces in Central Virginia. Fultz works as a television broadcaster for WTVR Channel 6 in Richmond. The 28-year old’s journey and growth from student to scoop reporter is more than a success story. It’s one of beating the odds in a field with so few opportunities and…
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Editorial: Security at sporting events needs to be ramped up

This past week, I saw something very disturbing in Washington D.C. where people were shot outside of the Washington Nationals baseball stadium. This disturbs me because not only could more people have been shot, but someone I knew from childhood was there. I have an issue with people bringing their issues to an atmosphere where possibly be hurt. It is wrong regardless, but baseball is a game where kids go to enjoy time with their parents. Looking back, we need more security at sporting events, especially at the high school level. I feel that people need to go through metal…
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Micah School students congregate in effort to raise funds for schoolhouse’s restoration

Former students of Mica School, now known as the Mt. Zion School, recently gathered to share experiences, discuss potential uses of the site, and possible funding mechanisms to complete restoration of the building. The one-room school is one of three remaining Rosenwald schools in Charles City County. The schools were funded by the Rosenwald Foundation. Julius Rosenwald, an Illinois philanthropist and part owner of Sears, established the foundation at the urging of Booker T. Washington, head of the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. The organization provided funds to schools in rural and isolated communities at a time when it was little…
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Pine Fork Park opens gates to public in New Kent County

A New Kent project that has been more than eight years in the making finally opened up to the public in what is the opening phase of what is set to be an attraction for both locals and outside guests. County officials were on hand as part of the July 14 grand opening of Pine Fork Park in New Kent. Located at 64 Pine Fork Road in Quinton, the facility is expected to open in multiple phases over the next few years. Talks of a new park started in 2013 when New Kent supervisors agreed to swap land with Southwest…
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Five locals named to John Tyler Community College’s Honor’s List for Spring 2021 semester

Five local students earned Honor’s List accolades at John Tyler Community College for the Spring 2021 semester. Carrie Fitzpatrick and Gannon Jones, both of Providence Forge, Jeffrey Hobbs and Nina Brundle, both of Quinton, and Tanner Grubbs of Charles City were all recognized for their academic achievements. In order to be recognized on the Honor’s List, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or better and have completed at least 24 college credit hours.

Community service committee

Editorial: We need law enforcement and I’m thankful that we have it

*This editorial is dedicated to the hardworking officers in Charles City, New Kent, and across the nation. There are many things in this country that need to be reworked, but one of those things is policing in the United States. I understand that we have had bad apples. I have been pulled over before. I have been discriminated against. I have seen the bad when it comes to the police. But when it comes to law enforcement in this county, it is needed and will always be needed. We have bad people who have evil intentions. I am sure many…
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Three locals graduate from Shenandoah University

Three local residents recently completed their studies at Shenandoah University. Rebecca Bradford of Quinton, Lindsey Davis of Barhamsville, and Nicole Beshai of Providence Forge were recognized during the annual May commencement ceremony. The ceremony recognized students who completed studies during Summer 2020, Fall 2020, and Spring 2021.