Lifetime achievement

New Kent University Class of 2016

World War II veteran speaks to New Kent Rotary

Athletics director addresses New Kent Rotary

Honoring our veterans

Clearing a nature trail

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