Loveland awarded Ervin scholarship from Washington University

A 2017 graduate of New Kent High School is the recipient of the Ervin Scholar scholarship from Washington University located in St. Louis, Missouri. Callista Loveland of Providence Forge is one of 35 recipients of the award that is presented to first-year students at the university. The scholarship is presented to students who demonstrate exceptional intellectual and leadership achievements, as well as showing a commitment to community service to bring diverse people together. The scholarship is upwards to $50,650 and is renewable for up to four years during undergraduate studies.

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CIED presentation to New Kent Rotary

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Speakers at New Kent Chamber’s meeting

Rising New Kent High senior honored with scholar award

Haley Holland, a Providence Forge resident and rising senior at New Kent High School, has been recognized by the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) as a top scholar. NSHSS presents awards to students who demonstrate outstanding leadership, scholarship, and community commitment. “I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and commitment that Haley has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence,” said NSHSS Founder and Chairman Claes Nobel. “Haley is now a member of a unique community of scholars; a community that represents our very best hope for the future.” Holland completed more than 300…
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Boho addresses New Kent Rotary

New Kent Middle School BETA earns bronze at nationals

Locals earn academic recognition from John Tyler Community College for spring semester

Several Charles City and New Kent residents were recognized by John Tyler Community College for their high academic achievements for the Spring 2017 semester. Nina Brundle, Aaron Randall, and Kaylin Seely, all of Quinton, were named to the college’s Honor’s List. Ashlee Free, also of Quinton, was named to the Dean’s List. New Kent residents Cecilia Garner and John Sweat, as well as Charles City residents Laurie Burnette and Lena Duke, also received recognition for making the Honor’s List. For a student to be named to the Honor’s List, they must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher and…
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Kelly-Howard

Mr. and Mrs. Steven A. Kelly of Mechanicville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Alissa Renee, to Bruce Lovern Howard Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce L. Howard Sr. of Charles City. Alissa graduated from Lee Davis High School and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is currently employed at Snagajob. Bruce graduated from Benedictine College Preparatory and received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Business from Virginia Military Institute. He is currently employed at Bruce Howard Contracting Inc. An April wedding is planned.