2019 New Kent Public Schools ‘Teacher of the Year’

Charles City duo honored on Women’s Monument

Two Charles City County women have been honored on the Women’s Monument on Capitol Square in Richmond. Anna Bland, who was principle in a lawsuit, and Mary Byrd, a planter, had their names inscribed on the Wall of Honor. Their names are among 230 Virginia women who made unique contributions to the state’s culture and history.

Richard inducted into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

Sydney Richard, the valedictorian of Charles City High School’s Class of 2016, has been inducted into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi during the Spring 2019 semester. Richard was initiated at Old Dominion University and is one of 30,000 students to earn the honor nationwide each year. In order to earn the distinction, a student must be in the top 10 percent of seniors or top 7.5 percent to earn eligibility. The honor society recognizes students who “promote academic excellence in all fields of higher education and to engage the community of scholars in service to others.”

Charles City farmer recognized as certified grower

Amy Hicks, owner and operator of Amy’s Garden in Charles City, Virginia, have been recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) as a certified grower of a large variety of organic vegetables, small fruits, and flowers on the farm. Through microloans, Hicks and her husband, George Ferguson, began a small operation and received loans to help grow their garden. “FSA has made it possible for us to expand the business by improving infrastructure,” said Hicks in a press release. “We are truly grateful for the help FSA offered with the low interest rates and…
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Editorial: Advice for the Class of 2019

As graduation day rapidly approaches for our students in Charles City and New Kent County, I want to send a personal message out to push them to the finish line and remind them to follow their own positive path and not those people want for you. In the past, there was always a conception that all high school students should attend college because a college education will up their chances on finding a job or career in the real world. While I truly value the college education that I received, that is not the case anymore. Several alternatives after high…
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Letter to the Editor: Says Convention vote should count with Wyatt to represent 97th District

Last Saturday, hundreds of voters convened at a convention to elect the delegate for the 97th District. I filed my application to become a delegate, participated in the mass meeting in New Kent, and I followed the process closely over many weeks. Chris Peace also attended the mass meetings. His campaign was a blatant disrespect for constituents. This is not “his seat.” The seat is earned! A legislator who truly believes that government is of the people and by the people would not create chaos. Peace should respect the party and the people of the committee. He should have attended…
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BCCTC innovation winners

Clopton Scholarship winners

Charles City Volunteerism Program 2019

Sixth annual NKHS LiveSmart event