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

Editorial: It’s time for Charles City and New Kent to receive more compensation for local races and rides

This week’s editorial is going to be very simple and straightforward; it’s time for counties to get more out of the races that take over our local roadways. First of all, I am not opposed to either of the events that are taking place this weekend in both Charles City and New Kent County. What I am concerned about is how some organizations claim to be giving back to local communities. From my time as a reporter, I have not personally seen anything brought in by the counties for these events. An example of this could be last year with…
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Charles City Public Schools Third Quarter Honor Roll 2018-2019

Charles City Elementary School Grade 3- All A’s: Christopher Barbour, Annalee Steffen, Portia Tyler. A/B Honor Roll: Mariah Black, Isaac Blanks, Noah Bright, Aiden Cash, Dalaija Cotman, Bradley Fitzgerald, Kristin Harris, Jewel Otey, Sebastian Peck, Brooke Richardson, Carter Sheridan, Riley Waldron. Grade 4- All A’s: Charlie Fetter, Joseph Wall. A/B Honor Roll: Dylan Bowman, Shianne Bowman, Trae Crawley, Jaxon Foreman, Brianna Kelley, Kylea New, Emily Peterson, Jacari Reed, Makaila Smith, Kaylee Stewart, Quinton Tyler. Grade 5- All A’s: Alexis Bradby, Alanye Greene, Jaylen Hayes, Jaylen Lock. A/B Honor Roll: Nina Cannada, Karley Jasper. Grade 6- All A’s: Olivia Adkins, Nyhakiyah…
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DriveSmart at Charles City High School