New Kent Winery awarded gold medals from Virginia Governor’s Cup

The Reserve Chardonnay and Merlot from New Kent Winery have been awarded gold medals from the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Cup. The Virginia Governor’s Cup is a competition that showcase wines, ciders, and means produced in the state. A panel of judges voted that the flagship Reserve Chardonnay and Merlot, both grown at New Kent Winery, were the top drinks in their categories, earning an average of 90 points or higher on a 100-point scale. “We are incredibly honored to receive gold medals for both our Reserve Chardonnay and Merlot,” said Jo Anna Dombroski, co-owner of New Kent Winery. “These awards…
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Hollins University names Bauer to Dean’s List for Fall 2023 semester

Emily Bauer, a resident of Charles City, earned Dean’s List recognition from Hollins University for the Fall 2023 semester. In order to earn the accolade, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while being enrolled as a full-time student.

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Evan Branch, a resident of Quinton, graduated from Frostburg State University during December 2023 commencement ceremonies. Branch earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation and Parks management.

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Local students recognized for academic success at College of William and Mary

Several local residents were named to the Dean’s List of the College of William and Mary for the Fall 2023 semester. Joey Houska, Pelumi Sholagbade, James St. Martin, and Ty Walters, all of Lanexa, Ellie Ferrell, Jackson Henning, and Gabriel Merritt, all of New Kent, Trey Christman of Providence Forge, and Kendal Vorous of Quinton, were recognized for their academic accolades. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be taking at least 12 credit hours in courses and obtain a quality point average of 3.6 or higher.

Stevens earns degree from College of St. Scholastica

Alexandria Stevens, a resident of New Kent, graduated from The College of St. Scholastica as part of Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies. Stevens earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Services.

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Bradby earns Dean’s List recognition at Mary Baldwin University

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