EVB launches POWER product line

EVB, a community bank serving New Kent/Charles City, has launched POWER (Potential of Women Entrepreneurs Realized), a product line designed to help spur revenue growth of its women-owned business customers. EVB is the first community bank in Virginia to offer a business program tailored specifically for women business owners. State and national statistics are showing women starting businesses at a faster rate than ever before – yet at the same time, they often face hurdles from lack of capital and a lack of support network. POWER is designed to provide women business owners with solutions to these hurdles. The SBA…
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Carter recognized for college honors

Candace R. Carter, a Quinton resident and a sophomore at the University of Virginia, recently was announced as a member of Sigma Alpha Lambda, National Leadership and Honors Organization at the university. Sigma Alpha Lambda is a national leadership and honors organization dedicated to promoting and rewarding academic achievement and providing members with opportunities for community service, personal development, and lifelong professional fulfillment. Carter is the daughter of Kathryn Carter of Quinton.

Letter to the editor: Says RMU ordinance is focused on one district

At the September 10 joint work session between Charles City County’s Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission, a decision was made for work to continue on creating the Residential Mix Use Ordinance that includes the R-1 zoning buffer which allows a dwelling unit to be constructed on approximately 1/2 acre lots if served by central water and sewer. It was by the unanimous decision of the entire Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission and staff that the work should continue on the series of RMU Ordinances: 1, 2, and 3 with accompanying maps. The main focus of the discussion was implementing…
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Letter to the editor: Appreciates visitors at New Kent County fair

What a fun time to see all the crafts, talent, and people who visited the fair this year. As a board member of the New Kent Historical Society, I was thrilled to meet and greet all the people who stopped by our table and who were fascinated by all the important historical events that have occurred in our own county over the last 360 years – two first ladies born here, five armies made history here, a landmark Supreme Court case based on segregation in New Kent schools changed laws nationwide and so much more. In order to bring that…
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Evelyn-Belcher

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Evelyn of New Kent announce the engagement of their daughter, Caroline Hope, to Brandon Alexander Belcher, son of Mr. and Mrs. James R. Belcher II of Quinton. The bride-to-be is the granddaughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. William C. Stanley, formerly of Glen Allen, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Evelyn, formerly of New Kent. The prospective groom is the grandson of Mrs. James Belcher of Mechanicsville and the late Mr. James R. Belcher, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Arthur B. Gary, Jr., formerly of Richmond. Miss Evelyn will graduate from…
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A ‘steak’ in scholarships

Donation to Matthew’s Haven

Charles City County Fair 2014

Judy Lebetter earned 38 blue ribbons and was recognized as the top adult winner with a total of 65 ribbons at the Charles City County Fair of Sept. 13. Tina Whitehead accumulated 26 blue ribbons to garner second place, while Oliver Whitehead earned 17 blue ribbons to earn a third place recognition. Ledbetter and Louise Hudgins teamed to earn 25 blue ribbons. Phil Hayes earned “Best in Charles City” with his rendition of red velvet cake. In the youth division, Paul Johnson earned two blue ribbons to be named to the top spot. Youth Division Jordan Adkins- 1 blue. Mikayla…
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New Kent County Fair 2014

Tamika Hathaway accumulated 108 points to claim top billing in the adult division of New Kent’s County Fair sweepstakes. Oraphine Crump finished in second with 100 points, while Donna Thompson earned third place with 82 points. In the youth division, Justine Eckert scored 92 points to claim the top spot among youth participants. Mia Gill finished second with 67 points, while Tabitha Gill earned the bronze position with 61 points. Adult Division 1. Tamika Hathaway 108, 2. Oraphine Crump 100, 3. Donna Thompson 82, 4. Marilyn DeHart 60, 5. Heather Edwards 54, 6. Martha Martin 51, 7. Margaret Pomfrey 49,…
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Animals and activities at county fairs