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Meet the Candidate for Virginia House of Delegates, 71st District (Serves New Kent): Amanda Batten

Experience: Currently serves as representative in the 96th District, worked as a legislative aide for the General Assembly, on house committees of education, public safety, and commerce of energy, serves as Majority Caucus Chair. Why are you running for the position: “I take seriously the privilege of participating in our representative democracy. Over the course of the past 15 years, my political and civic volunteerism evolved into a vocation, thereby affording me the privilege of working with local residents and stakeholders to identify policies that will ensure the region remains vibrant, both culturally and economically.” Why should people vote for…
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Letter to the Editor: Supports Cunha for New Kent School Board

I am writing to express my strong endorsement for Helena Cunha for New Kent School Board representative, District 2. As a lifelong educator, Helena brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the fundamental principles of education. She will also be the only member on the board with teaching experience. Helena holds a Masters Degree in Education from Hofstra University. She’s been an educator for 30 years including a public school teacher for 22 years. She is currently a part-time instructor for an online international high school. She has been a curriculum developer, science department chair, grade-level social…
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Historical marker honors Black political activism in Charles City

Charles City County unveiled a historical marker dedicated to Black Political activism and the historic rights movement during an Oct. 15 ceremony. The movement was spearhead by four individuals in Charles City County, NAACP leader Richard Bowman, James Bradby, Iona W. Adkins, and Edward T. Banks. The fight for Black Political rights was highlighted in the 1959 Ebony Magazine. The historically black magazine recognized Charles City County as Virginia’s Model County for equal rights, as well as among the nation. During the presentation, history on the struggles of the suffrage of African-Americans began with speaking about how a poll’s tax…
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Turner earns Associate’s Degree from Rappahannock Community College

Lauren Turner, a 2021 graduate of New Kent High School, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Rappahannock Community College during an Aug. 7 ceremony. Turner earned an Associate of Arts and Science Degree.

Meet the Candidate for Virginia House of Delegates, 71st District (Serves New Kent): Jessica Anderson

Experience: Front office receptionist at elementary school in Williamsburg for five years, billing, insurance, and scheduling experience for seven years at dentist office. Reason for Running: “I have seen and experienced firsthand the challenges facing low-income members of our community who struggle to put food on the table. I want all families to have the same opportunity to thrive as I have, and serving as a delegate would give me the ability to pass state-level legislation that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives.” Why People Should Vote for You: “I am a lifelong Virginian who has lived in the…
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Meet the Charles City Candidate for School Board At-Large: Royce Paige

Experience: Twenty-one years on Charles City’s School Board, served as chairman on Southside Regional School Board for two years and two years as vice-chairman, served on panel for National School Board Association. Reason for Running: “I want to get out in the work and make sure the children of Charles City County get the best education. I believe no child should be left behind.” Why should people vote for you: “I would like to give more of my time in office to work for the better of our children in Charles City County. I want to ring their education up…
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Business groundbreaking in Charles City

Adkins selected as a Fellow to the National Academy of Public Administration

Byron Adkins Jr., a 1999 graduate of Charles City High School, was selected by the National Academy of Public Administration for inclusion in its 2023 Class of Academy Fellows in recognition of his years of public administration service and expertise. “I stand on the shoulders of many giants from the Charles City community and I’m sincerely grateful for the support and encouragement I have received throughout my career,” Adkins said in a press release as part of his selection. Adkins, who works as the Director of the Interior Business Center for the U.S. Department of the Interior, was selected for…
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