Miles-Adkins

Miss Stormie Darlene Adkins and Mr. Jonathan David Miles were joined in marriage on July 26, 2014 at Samaria Baptist Church in Charles City, Virginia, by Bishop Marcus D. Campbell Sr. Stormie is the daughter of Preston and Tina Adkins of Charles City, and the granddaughter of Mrs. Ruth Adkins. Jonathan is the son of Floyd and Clem Miles of Charles City, and the grandson of Mrs. Etta Jones and the late Mr. Archer Jones Sr. Stormie was escorted by her father and given in marriage by her parents. Mrs. Leslie Moody, cousin of the bride, was the matron of…
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Karate club cools off

New Kent County Fair Sept. 12-14

New Kent County’s annual fair will be Sept. 12-14 at Colonial Downs Racetrack. The fair parade is Saturday, Sept. 13, 10 a.m. on the racetrack. Grand Marshal for the parade is Charles Moss, a lifelong resident and community activist. Parade participants include civic leaders, boy and girl scouts, marching bands, floats and more. For more information and schedule of events for the fair, visit www.newkentcountyfair.com.

Richmond Ballet part of Arts Alive fall series

Arts Alive announces a series of performances with the Richmond Ballet to be presented at the Robinson/Olsson Civic Auditorium and Fine Arts Center in West Point on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. The ballet will present “Raymonda”, a bright colorful ballet, “Mozartiana”, a musical tribute to the historical composer Mozart, and Val Caniparoli’s “Swipe”, a choreographed combination of classical music and hip-hop. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, and $10 for students. Season tickets for all Arts Alive presentations are available for $85 for adults, $75 for seniors, and $25 for students. For more information or to…
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Third annual Sarah’s Memorial Golf Tournament scheduled for Sept. 26

The third annual Sarah’s Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Friday, Sept. 26 at the Club of Viniterra in memory of former New Kent student and middle school teacher Sarah Lindsey. The tournament is organized to raise scholarship funds in memory of Lindsey, who taught at New Kent Middle School from 2004-2007. In 2010, she was diagnosed with adrenal cancer. Lindsey battled, but ultimately lost her life on Nov. 6, 2011 at the age of 31. Students and friends of Lindsey united in an effort to keep her memory alive, as well as raise funds for a scholarship in…
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CC, NK “National Night Out”

Totally turtles

Fourth annual Bluegrass Festival to feature high profile acts

Providence Forge Presbyterian Church will host its fourth annual “Bluegrass Faith Festival” on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Rockahock Campground. This year’s festival focuses on new performers including headliner Larry Stephenson, The Churchmen, Solid Rock Bluegrass Gospel, and True Spirit Gospel Band. Attendees will also be able to meet local vendors, buy items for a bake sale, and participate in a silent auction. The festival is open to all and is free this year. Friends and family are encouraged to join in the festivities, bring neighbors, and join in on a day of fellowship, food, and bluegrass…
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Charles City to host coastal flood risk open house

Charles City County will hold a public coastal flood risk open house on Monday, Aug. 25, at Charles City Social Center. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released updates on Feb. 10 to notify citizens of changes in the coastal areas of the county and insurance companies who use FIRMS (Flood Insurance Rate Maps) to determine rates. As a result of these updates, some buildings in the county may be included in the high-risk flood zone for the first time and may result in mandatory purchase of flood insurance. Representatives from the state and county will be present at the open…
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Burson graduates from Johnson & Wales University

Neko Montel Burson graduated from Johnson & Wales University on Saturday, May 24. Burson received his Associates of Applied Science in culinary arts, and received his Bachelor of Science degree in food and beverage management. He also earned minors in beverage management and sports management. Burson is a graduate from New Kent High School. He is the son of Roy and Della Burson Sr. of Providence Forge, and the grandson of Carl Harris of Lanexa.