Quinton resident graduates from Fort Hays State University

A Quinton resident recently completed his collegiate studies at Fort Hays State University. William Townsend graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture as part of Spring 2024 ceremonies.

Baker earns degree from University of Arizona Global Campus

Laneise Baker, a resident of New Kent, recently completed her studies at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Baker graduated Summa Cum Laude, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business as part of Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies.

New Kent Middle School Beta Club finishes eighth in national competition

New Kent Middle School’s Beta Club earned a top ten finish in national competition last week. New Kent finished eighth place out of 189 teams at the convention held in Savannah, Georgia.

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Two residents named to Dean’s List at University of Alabama

Two local students were recognized for their academic success at the University of Alabama. Ashton Little of New Kent and Jenna Warlick of Providence Forge were named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must be enrolled full-time and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

Five locals named to College of William & Mary’s Spring 2024 Dean’s List

Five local students were named to the Dean’s List at the College of William & Mary for the Spring 2024 semester. Jackson Henning and Gabriel Merritt, both of New Kent, Trey Christman and Catie Bennett, both of Providence Forge, and James St. Martin of Lanexa, were all recognized for their academic achievements. In order to earn Dean’s List honors, a student must be taking at least 12 credit hours and accumulate a quality point average of 3.6.

Crawford earns academic honors at Abilene Christian University

Peyton Crawford, a resident of New Kent, was named to Dean’s Honor Roll at Abilene Christian University for the Spring 2024 semester. To receive the accolade, a student must be taking at least 12 credit hours and earn a grade-point average of 3.6 or higher.

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Barber named to Honors List at Mercy College

Lisa Barber, a resident of New Kent, was named to the Honors List at Mercy College of Ohio for the Spring 2024 semester. To be recognized for the achievement, a student must be taking at least six credit hours and earn a grade-point average of 3.3 or higher.

Rooted by faith, bonds, Charles City High School Class of 2024 flourishes to success

Rooted in faith and support of each other during the most trying times, Charles City County High School’s Class of 2024 celebrated their graduation milestone Saturday morning inside of the high school gymnasium. Twenty-nine graduates sat and listened to stories of how they fought through adversity and depended on each other to reach the platform to complete their education. “I am so proud of this class,” said class president Nyla Brown. “We have done so many great things to get to this point.” Class salutatorian Landon Adkins used his platform to praise God, thanking him for the journey that he…
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