Rosie’s Gives Back program

Temporary traffic signal at New Kent Highway and Interstate 64 intersection to begin operations on Jan. 22

A temporary traffic signal at the intersection of Route 33 (New Kent Highway) and Interstate 64 westbound will become operational on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Located at exit 205 (Bottoms Bridge), the light will transition the left lane of Route 33 northbound into a left turn only lane for motorists to get on Interstate 64 westbound. The adjustment eliminates the short acceleration lane and provides a safer work zone for construction personnel. The westbound loop ramp to Interstate 64 from Route 33 will be closed until early 2027 as part of the Interstate 64 expansion. Flash mode will began on Monday,…
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Milby named to Dean’s List at Cedarville University

Hannah Milby, a resident of New Kent, was named to the Dean’s List at Cedarville University for the Fall 2024 semester. To earn the recognition, a student must take a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a grade-point average of 3.75 or higher.

Pittman receives Honorable Mention from McPherson College

William Pittman, a resident of Charles City, was named to the Honorable Mention List at McPherson College for the Fall 2024 semester. To be recognized for the achievement, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.25 while being enrolled full-time.

Charity named to Dean’s List at Christopher Newport University

Marichal Charity Jr., a resident of Charles City, was named to the Dean’s List at Christopher Newport University for the Fall 2024 semester. In order to receive the accomplishment, a student must be enrolled full-time and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

Chickahominy Triad implementing two new programs

The Chickahominy Area Triad will implement two programs to assist the elderly beginning Jan. 1, 2025. The first program is the “Not Forgotten Neighborly Chat’ program. The program is designed to have a volunteer from the Chickahominy Area Triad provide caring weekly or bi-weekly calls, conduct neighborly chats and dialogue. The calls can vary by time, day, and length of the call. The second program is the Estate Planning Documents preparation. The program is designed to have triad volunteers assist with basics regarding last wills and testaments, living wills, advanced medical directive, and durable power of attorney for New Kent…
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NK girl scouts at submarine christening

Charles City’s ‘Shop with the Sheriff’

Jefferson named to George Mason University’s Dean’s List

Sara Jefferson, a resident of Charles City, was named to the Dean’s List at George Mason University for the Fall 2024 semester. In order to receive the accolade, a student must be enrolled full-time and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

New Kent High School recognized as Blue Star School recipient

New Kent High School is a 2023-2024 Blue Star School recipient by Working in Support of Education. The prestigious award highlights schools where students achieve high proficiency on the Working in Support of Education Literacy Certification Test, demonstrating exceptional understanding of personal finance concepts. “This recognition reflects the dedication of our students and the exceptional of our teachers who prepare them to excel in financial literacy,” commented New Kent High School Principal Allison Strickland in a press release. “Our students’ achievements on the Working in Support of Education Financial Literacy Certificate Test showcase our strength of our EPF program and…
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