Scholarship created to honor first African-American woman on New Kent County’s School Board

A New Kent woman who was adamant about providing equal opportunities for education is now the namesake of a scholarship through Virginia Commonwealth’s University (VCU) School of Business. Oraphine Watkins Crump was deemed a trailblazer in her pursuit of education for all students. She served as a branch manager of Consolidated Bank and Trust for 25 years. Probably of more notoriety, she was the first African-American woman to serve on New Kent County’s School Board. When Crump retired, her goal was to enhance education and create a scholarship prior to her passing at the age of 96 in June 2020….
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Letter to the Editor: Says there is no justification to impeach former President Donald Trump

If impeachment is unattainable by the democrats, I hear Senator Tim Kaine has proposed that the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution should be used against former President Donald Trump. The amendment states that anyone guilty of “insurrection or rebellion” against the United States shall not be eligible to hold an elective office in the United States. Out of fear of Trump, this is their objective. When someone is assumed guilty of a crime of any kind, they must be so charged and brought to trial for such alleged acts. The said person shall be tried before a prosecutor and…
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Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma offering scholarship grants

Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma Club is offering two scholarship grants to graduating students of New Kent High School. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a New Kent High School Senior pursuing a college education at either a community college or four-year institution. A $500 will be awarded to a New Kent High School senior enrolled in a technical, nursing, or culinary arts field through Bridging Communities Career and Technical Center. To be eligible for the scholarship, a high school senior must reside in New Kent County. The scholarship will be awarded based on financial needs, grades, future education,…
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Editorial: Customer service can be a gateway to future endeavors

When we think about change, many things come to mind. However, there is one thing in this world that has never changed and will always be important. That is customer service. When you represent yourself, you must make the best first impression. This philosophy also goes for when you are working at a job. Great customer service along with manners can be quite hard to find these days. This editorial is not only addressing young people but adults who do not exhibit proper manners in the customer service field. If you are working a job, I really do not care…
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Charles City County Public Schools Second Quarter Honor Rolls 2020-21

Charles City Elementary School Grade 3- All A’s: Karley Bradby, Caleb Bradsher, Kelsie Isbell, Allyson Martin, Da’Marion Roane. A/B Honor Roll: Alayna Cognetti, Cassidy Cotman, Matthew Davis, Abria Harris, Try’Nity Hunter, Hayden Rhoten, Camden Wooten. Grade 4- All A’s: Sophia Crump, Logan Jones. A/B Honor Roll: Eryn Brown, Samuel Clark, Xzavien Greene, Lailah Henley, Ryler Patterson, Kaleb Shiflet, Marleigh Smith. Grade 5- All A’s: Jayden Carter, Brooke Richardson, Annalee Steffen. A/B Honor Roll: Peyton Adkins, Isaac Blanks, Bradley Fitzgerald, Angel Johnson, Jewel Otey, Jalayah Smith, Julio Trejo-Colon, Riley Waldron. Grade 6- All A’s: Makaila Smith. A/B Honor Roll: Serenity Bond,…
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McCuistion earns degree from University of the Cumberlands

Jeffrey McCuistion, a resident of Providence Forge, recently earned a degree from the University of the Cumberlands. McCuistion earned a Master of Science in Justice Administration at the end of the Fall 2020 semester.

Jefferson named to Old Dominion University’s Dean’s List

Mikaela Jefferson, a 2018 graduate of New Kent High School, has been named to the Dean’s List at Old Dominion University for the Fall 2020 semester. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must be enrolled full-time by taking at least 12 credit hours and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.4 or better.

Editorial: It’s time to end the cycle in Charles City County

I’m not about to ruffle feathers with my editorial; I’m about to pluck them. And the thing is that it’s because I am tired of seeing my hometown go through the same, endless cycle. I love Charles City County. I love living here and enjoying it. At the same time, the same issues and discussions come up every single year and have gotten to the point where I am honestly tired of writing about them. The reason why I’m tired of writing about them is because the communication level to get it resolved has yet to come to fruition. I…
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