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Donation to Ellie’s Hats

Letter to the Editor: Thanks emergency personnel of New Kent County

I want to thank New Kent EMS and dispatcher Meghan Johnson for their actions on Nov. 6. Chuck Marsh sustained a life-threatening injury from a tractor. He dialed New Kent Fire and EMS and the response was extraordinary. Units from Fire Station #2, Fire Station #5, a fire engine, and other emergency personnel were there within minutes. Life EVAC #3 were conducting training exercises half-a-mile from the scene and were able to transport Chuck from New Kent Airport to a local medical facility. After surgery and three weeks in the trauma unit, he had one week of rehab and continues…
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Editorial: The gift of love comes in many forms during the holiday season

It’s the holiday season and Santa Claus is making his final checks on his naughty and nice list about who will receive what gift. I am here to say that we should all take part and help out with his list by all of us being nice during the holiday season. This time of year has both its highs and lows. For some, it’s a joyous occasion. For others, it’s a reminder of the loved ones we have lost that won’t be able to celebrate with us. This year, I encourage everybody to give the gift of love and support…
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Gingerbread house contest winner

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Editorial: A person’s connection to another is something special to witness

I had the privilege of being the host for the first annual Charles City High School’s Athletics and Activities Hall of Fame Saturday afternoon. It was very enjoyable to see a modest yet intimate crowd attend, but more importantly, there was something that made me truly understand how strong connections can be between people. As I sat there, I know about the connection that I had with one of the inductees, John A. Christian Jr. He has been working in Charles City’s School System for 40 years and has been a staple of the school’s track and field program. But…
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McNew-Bryhn

Michelle Elizabeth Bryhn and Rodney Keith McNew were jointed together in Holy Matrimony on Oct. 19, 2019 at Providence United Methodist Church in Quinton, Virginia. The ceremony was performed by Pastor Charlie Reynolds in a small, but very intimate ceremony that was shared among family and very close friends. It was followed by a wedding reception. The couple will reside in Williamsburg.

Third annual Charles City Grand Illumination

Providence Forge Christmas parade