New Kent County Fair set for Aug. 12-14

The 45th annual New Kent County Fair is Saturday, Aug. 12-14. Applications and information for vendors and sponsors are currently being accepted. Volunteers are needed for set-up, take down, helping out during the fair, and working the parade. The parade is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 13. New acts and entertainment will be on hand as well as favorite returning acts and games. For information to become a vendor or for updates, visit www.newkentcountyfair.com.

A hero among us

Charles City Public Schools second quarter honor roll 2015-16

Charles City Elementary School Kindergarten- All A’s: Peyton Adkins, Marquis Benford, Isaac Blanks, Allison Brime, Riley Coiner, Dalaija Cotman, Bradley Fitzgerald, Kamari Johnson, Mekhi King, Callie Lyon, Rayne Otey, Brooke Richardson, Jalayah Smith, Annalee Steffen, Portia Tyler. A/B Honor Roll: Brendan Babb, Christopher Barbour, Greyson Bartscher, Mariah Black, Jayden Carter, Aiden Cash, Jazmine Crewe, Kelsey King, Nai’zah Robinson, Issayah Snead. Citizenship: Aiden Cash, Angel Johnson. Grade 1- All A’s: Shianne Bowman, Jayden Brooks, Charlie Fetter, Kylea Forney, Colton Jankowiak, Alivia Justice, Makaila Smith, Joseph Wall. A/B Honor Roll: Chole Adams, Savannah Bilski, Serenity Bond, Dylan Bowman, Jaida Braxton, Meadow Chandler,…
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Science fair swept by fourth graders

Interaction with animals

Honoring African-American patriots

Macie dances for miracles

Adamson receives youth award

Lucy Adamson, a junior at New Kent High School, was recognized at the 49th Annual Brotherhood-Sisterhood Youth Award ceremony on Feb. 11 in Richmond. The annual award is sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Greater Richmond and is awarded to one high school junior or senior from each of the 50-plus Richmond area schools. Lucy was recognized by the organization for her ability as a leader, a peacekeeper and her calming influence as a peacekeeper. She also has participated in repairing homes and helped those who have limited mental capacities. Lucy also is a leader in the BETA Club, participates…
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Charles City spelling bee

Arts Alive presents Rock & Roll jubilee

Arts Alive will debut the Rock n’ Roll Jubilee at the Robinson/Olsson Auditorium in West Point on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016. The Rock n’ Roll Jubilee is a musical and theatrical performance that channels the spirits of the founding fathers of the genre, presented in the context of a live 1958 broadcast on fictitious WJKS radio. The show combines the theatrical elements of the Grand Old Opry, the sensibilities of the Prairie Home Companion, and the excitement generated by the founding fathers of rock as they barnstormed across America. The show features music from the Titans of Teen Town: Elvis…
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