Three New Kent residents graduate from Rappahannock Community College

Three New Kent residents were among the 93 graduates from Rappahannock Community College’s summer session. Cameron Baldwin, James Giffin, and Cullen Kettle received their academic credentials by completing curriculum requirements. Giffin graduated Magna Cum Laude (acquiring a grade-point average ranging from 3.5 to 3.79) and also as a member of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, while Cullen Kettle was recognized as a “Who’s Who Among Students in American Junior Colleges.” Students will receive an opportunity to march during the next commencement processional in May 2017.

Arts Alive photography exhibit is Nov. 15

The Visual Arts Committee of Arts Alive Inc. will hold a photography exhibit from Nov. 15-Dec. 13 at the Robinson/Olsson auditorium. The exhibit will display photography exhibits from locals that will be hung on walls for others to view. A formal exhibit will be held on Dec. 10 prior to the Tenore’ performance. Interested participants should deliver their work by 9 a.m. on Nov. 15. All work must be framed and ready to be hung. For information, contact Sue Kurfees at 843-3108 or suekurfees@gmail.com.

Letter to the Editor: Says thank a soldier during Veteran’s Day activities

This Veteran’s Day remember to thank a soldier. The price they paid for our freedom is high and we owe them our eternal gratitude. I was attending an outside event several months ago. As different speakers took the podium, the wind blew the American flag to the ground. A man in his late twenties set the flag up several times and on the fourth try he simply took the flag to the backside of the stage and laid it up against the wall. Several minutes passed and a veteran quietly made his way through the crowd and walked up to…
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Unity Rally in Charles City County

Charles City vineyard receives $250,000 grant

A Charles City vineyard received a $250,000 grant as part of the United States Department of Agriculture’s grants through the Value-Added Producer Grant program. The Virginia Rural Development office’s Oct. 27 press release announced that Upper Shirley Vineyards LLC was one of 20 recipients to receive money through the program. The vineyard received the quarter-million dollar grant to increase wine production, marketing, and inventory. “We have a strong history working with local producers and small rural businesses through the VAPG program and we continue to give the program careful attention each year because those who benefit are innovative leaders working…
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Congressman addresses New Kent Rotary

Baylands Federal Credit Union opens in Quinton

Baylands Federal Credit Union has opened a branch in the Quinton area of New Kent County. Located at 2111 Pocahontas Trail, the community-chartered credit union lives by a motto and “believe in helping families live better lives.” The credit union has given back to schools, non-profit organizations, and local community events. It is also a not-for-profit financial cooperative owned by its members. Baylands FCU is insured by the National credit Union Administration and credit of the U.S. Government. The financial institution was chartered on Jan. 22, 1946 by a group of nine employees of what was then known as Chesapeake…
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VACP President’s Award

American Red Cross offering smoke alarms

The American Red Cross, in partnership with Senior Connections, is offering smoke alarms to residents in Charles City and New Kent County. Currently the organization has installed 21 smoke alarms in the localities. The project is part of Fire Prevention Week to raise awareness. For information or if you know of someone in need of a smoke alarms, call Pam Hoyt at (757) 565-3297.

Salon opens in New Kent