Graced by Grayson

An ‘Eggstravaganza’ hunt at Harrison Park

Donation to New Kent High School athletics

Letter to the Editor: Calls for the resignation of Charles City chairman

Over the four years that Chairman Byron Adkins has been on the Board of Supervisors, Charles City’s fund balanced has dropped from a healthy $10 million to the point that we had to borrow $5 million this summer to pay our bills. Outside auditors cannot complete the audit of the fiscal year that ended nine months ago because the administration under his leadership has not been able to provide information about transactions that occurred last year. From the financial statements that do exit, it is clear that Mr. Adkins’ administration has either ignored our declining financial position or didn’t recognize…
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Bench donated to Promise Land Storehouse

Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma offering two $3,000 scholarships

Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma Club is offering two scholarship grants to graduating students of New Kent High School. A $3,000 scholarship will be awarded to a New Kent High School Senior pursuing a college education at either a community college or four-year institution. Another $3,000 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, and attend New Kent High School, Code RVA, Maggie Walker Governor’s School,…
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Golden girl: Torrence earns trip to Hollywood on American Idol

New Kent native Grayson Torrence is seeing lots of stars, especially in Hollywood. Torrence’s journey to success has landed her a “Golden Ticket” on the hit reality show “American Idol.” The Golden Ticket allows the New Kent native to participate in Hollywood in front of a live audience with an opportunity to be named as the next “American Idol.” The 21-year old gymnastics instructor sang “Fall in Line” by Christina Aguilera during her audition. Judges Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, and Carrie Underwood gave her a standing ovation, with Bryan saying that it was her favorite performance of the night. Audiences…
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Karaffa named as scholar athlete by United East Conference

Nathan Karaffa, a resident of Quinton, has been named as a Scholar Athlete by the United East Conference for the Fall 2024 semester. Karaffa was one of 63 students recognized for his academic achievements while participating as a member of the Wilson College Phoenix. In order to earn the honor, a student-athlete must have competed in a fall conference-sponsored sport and maintain a grade-point average of 3.2 or higher.

Senior citizens engaging in healthy activities

Trauma kits donated to Charles City Sheriff’s Office