Letter to the editor: Apologizes for Steak Feast cancellation

Recently, the Quinton Volunteer Fire Company had to cancel our annual Steak Feast due to unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We did not come to this decision and we understand the impact that this has on our supporters. On behalf of our hard working membership, I would like to offer my sincere apologizes to our community, family, and friends and promise that, along with your continued support, we will ensure that this never happens again. We have taken steps to ensure that this does not happen in the future to any events hosted by Quinton Volunteer Fire and EMS. I…
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Letter to the Editor: Wants adult volleyball program in New Kent

A few years ago, New Kent County had an adult volleyball program in the Fall/Winter at one of the local schools. It was a lot of fun and it was informal. Show up, do some skill and warm-up training, and form teams to play for fun. The county of New Kent’s recreational department is willing to reinstate that program if enough “volleyball enthusiasts” are interested in an adult volleyball. This is currently not listed in their recreations program for Fall or Winter, but the recreation department is willing to add a program if enough individuals show interest. The potential site…
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Candy buy-back helps U.S. troops

The sixth annual Halloween Candy Buy Back is redefining the meaning “sweet deal” for one area dentist. This Halloween, trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to Dr. Vicki L. Tibbs and receive $1 per pound of candy donated up to $5. Candy donations, notes of gratitude from kids to the troops, and toothbrushes are then being sent to armed forces overseas via Operation Gratitude. “Kids can still have all the fun of trick-or-treating and feel great about supporting our troops overseas,” said Dr. Tibbs, adding that this year the emphasis is on toothbrushes. Candy is being collected at Dr. Tibbs’…
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Holly Fork Hoedown 2014

Charles City High School Homecoming 2014

New Kent High School homecoming

‘Angling’ Acosta boys

Historical reenactment at Cumberland Plantation

Taking the wheel at NK Fire and Rescue open house

71st anniversary