Charles Haupt, former owner of family-owned Charles City store, succumbs

A man that brought pleasure at his family-owned country store to the Charles City community for several years has died. Charles Edward Haupt, 77, of Goochland and formerly of Charles City, died at his home on May 16, 2018. Along with his wife Jeanette, Charles operated the store on John Tyler Memorial Highway beginning in 1976. The store was owned by his parents, George H. and Julia Major Haupt, and his grandparents since 1893. Charles continued to be hands-on in his operations within his store. With a combination of antiques, animal mounts, pictures, and everyday products, he assisted customers in…
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Charles City Public Schools 2018 ‘Teacher of the Year’

Local students graduate from Rappahannock Community College

Several Charles City and New Kent residents received either degrees or certifications through Rappahannock Community College as part of its graduation ceremonies that took place on May 11. Charles City dual-enrollment students earning certificates/degrees are Jared Baber (intro to engineering tech), Matthew Bartle (basic network and cybersecurity, gaming), Jawuan Bowman (HVAC), Sa’Quan Bowman (HVAC), Charles Brown (diesel mechanics technology), Kirsten Burkhead (culinary arts), Dominic Davis (HVAC), George Englehart (diesel mechanics technology), Dylan Jones (diesel mechanics technology), Shania King (culinary arts), Lori Montgomery (nurse aide), Noah Palmer (basic network and cybersecurity, game design and development),Johnathan Seymour (intro to engineering tech), Savannah…
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Editorial: It’s time for Charles City’s school board and county supervisors to sit down and talk

With tension mounting between Charles City’s Board of Supervisors and Charles City’s School Board, it’s time for both boards to sit down and talk. This tension isn’t all negative, but the presence was felt at Tuesday night’s board of supervisors meeting. With speakers voicing concerns about the funds for schools while supervisors explained their viewpoints and stance, there is a line of communication that needs to be re-established. While staff of the Chronicle appreciates being quoted and referenced, county leaders and school leaders must re-engage in face-to-face interaction instead of trading comments through print media. While it does make for…
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New Kent Public Schools 2018 ‘Teacher of the Year’

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Emmons earns Doctorate from Old Dominion University

Ethan Emmons, a 2008 graduate of New Kent High School, was awarded a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Old Dominion University as part of May 4 commencement exercises. Emmons received his Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from James Madison University in 2012. He will be practicing physical therapy at Sentara Hospital in Norfolk.

CCES Fine Arts night

Kelly earns degree from Bethel University

Chad Carter Kelly, a Lanexa resident, graduated from Bethel University in McKenzie, Tennessee, on May 5. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from the university. Kelly also earned Dean’s List accolades for the Spring 2018 semester.

Editorial: Take advantage and speak up at town halls and meetings

As Spring approaches, budget season and other meetings are in full swing. But for most people, they tend to lean more to being reactive than proactive. In the last few weeks, the buzz of town halls, budgets, and upcoming meetings. Usually, these meetings have low attendance. But with the uptick and concern raised by citizens, county and government leaders are making adjustments to their schedule in order to address these concerns. Let’s give credit where it’s due to the county leaders on this issue. In New Kent, concern about a possible casino and the reopening of Colonial Downs led District…
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