Janney first to complete apprenticeship program

Christian earns Doctorate degree from USC

Wilmon “A.J.” Christian III, a 2002 graduate of New Kent High School, earned his Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership and Higher Education from the University of Southern California. He is the son of Wilmon and Sharonett Christian.

New Kent Circuit Court awarded CCRP grant

New Kent County Circuit Court is a recipient of a grant awarded by the Circuit Court Records Preservation (CCRP) program. The award, in the amount of $15,982, was presented to New Kent Circuit Court Clerk Amy P. Crump and will be used to conserve Plat Book 5, p. 1-50, 1967-68; Plat Book 5, p. 51-100; 1968-69; Plat Book 6, p. 1-50, 1970-1972; and Plat Book 6, p. 51-100, 1972-1974. “We’re very excited,” said Crump on receiving the grant. “These records are the history of our county. We have an obligation to make sure that they are available for future generations.”

Editorial: We all are making sacrifices in today’s time for others

Monday night, New Kent and Charles City High School returned sports teams to the floor for the first time in nine months. It was pleasant to see student-athletes get the opportunity to compete in the environment. But it also served as a stern reminder the sacrifices everyone must make in an effort to make these moments possible. Those who were able to view the game on social media saw the numerous precautions taken by New Kent’s Administration and Athletic staff. Socially distanced benches, hand sanitizer, wiping down basketballs, and transitioning between games, that sight will become the norm for the…
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Organizations partner to assist with New Kent Christmas Mother

Members of the Bottom of the Bridge, Shore to Shore, and Haven of Hope LaSertoma Clubs partnered to host the 2020 New Kent County Christmas Mother program. Through generous donations from local businesses, churches, and individual families, the Christmas Mother program provided gifts to 49 families. The modified program saw families drive their vehicles into the parking lot of Corinth Baptist Church, where Santa’s elves hand-delivered gifts full of Christmas spirit. Santa’s elves will bring joy to 90 children on Christmas morning. Additional donations were received through food gift boxes courtesy of Food Lion, and stockings made by members of…
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Editorial: Experiencing the effects when you have a breakthrough moment

There are moments in our life where we have the ability to buck the norm or our reputation, essentially stepping out of our shell beyond our limitations. I refer to this as a “breakthrough” because it is essentially eclipsing who you are and pushes you beyond your limitation. The best thing about having a breakthrough moment is that you don’t realize it has happened until hours or even days when it occurs. Breakthrough moments come in a variety of things. It could be hitting the right key for the first time when singing and going into an all-out heart filled…
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Bradford earns Master’s Degree from Shenandoah University

Becky Bradford, a 2014 graduate of New Kent High School, earned a Master’s of Science degree from Shenandoah University. Bradford earned her degree in Occupational Therapy and was recognized during a Dec. 12 graduation ceremony. She recently began her career as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist. Becky is the daughter of Jill and Steve Bradford.

Benjamin Harrison Bridging closing for repairs Dec. 18-21

The Benjamin Harrison Bridge that connects Charles City and Prince George county will be closed this upcoming weekend for a clutch replacement project. The bridge will close at 12 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 18 and remain closed until Monday, Dec. 21, 6 a.m. Motorists traveling to the Hampton Roads area are advised to take the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry. Motorist traveling southbound on Route 106/156 towards Hopewell/Prince George are to detour west on Route 5 (John Tyler Memorial Highway) to Interstate 295 Southbound and use exit 15A and travel back eastward. Those traveling from Prince George/Hopewell are to take Route 10 westbound…
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Heritage Public Library receives second grant from National Library of Medicine

Heritage Public Library has received a second National Library of Medicine Grant. The grant, in the amount of $22,900, will provide funds for the project “Health and Science Literacy Programs and Resources for the Rural Communities of Charles City and New Kent.” Funding will specifically target purchasing STEAM kits for families, health education themed board games and puzzles, and collection materials for all ages according to Heritage Public Library Director Chandra McPherson. “We are very grateful for the opportunity for the opportunity from the National Library of Medicine to update and share the library’s vital science and health information and…
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