Assisting with hearing and vision screenings in Charles City

Chickahominy Pow-Wow and Fall Festival is Sept. 23-24

The 71st rendition of the Chickahominy Indian Tribe annual Fall Festival and Pow-Wow is returning to the Charles City County. The Chickahominy Indian Tribe will join Native American friends and visitors from all over the country when they gather for the 71st annual Chickahominy Fall Festival and Pow-Wow on Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24 at the Chickahominy Tribal Grounds, located at 8200 Lott Cary Road, Providence Forge, VA, in Charles City. Grounds will open at 10 a.m. on Saturday with grand entry commencing at 12 p.m., and will re-open on Sunday 11 a.m. with grand entry beginning at…
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Fifth seat from ‘Bags to Benches’ program

Chickahominy Health District distributing health assessment survey for Charles City

The Chickahominy Health District, that services both New Kent and Charles City County, is launching a survey for a second health assessment for Charles City County. In partnership with community-based organizations, a steering committee formed of reginal organizations including Charles City County Public Schools, Heritage Library, Central Virginia Health Services, Parks and Recreation, Chickahominy Indian Tribe, Department of Social Services, local food banks, Henrico Area Mental Health, Thrive VA, and many more to create a survey to encourage healthy habits. “The survey is a great way for us to hear directly from community members about what health needs or concerns…
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Charles City’s ‘Back-to-School Rally’

National Historic Garden Tour slated to come to New Kent in 2025

The National Historic Garden Tour has set its eyes on New Kent County for 2025. Elizabeth Meyers and Karen Tomlin of the Three Rivers Garden Club of Virginia made the announcement during New Kent’s Board of Supervisors Aug. 14 regular meeting. The Three Rivers Garden Club provides tours of houses and gardens in 45 different states and 12 different countries. According to the representatives, the event garnered 23,000 visitors in 2023, the most successful in the tour’s 90-year history. While no specific dates have been set, the representatives said that the club generates $12.5 million dollars to the Virginia economy….
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Dedicated to preserving the history of Charles City County

New Kent County airport awarded funds from Virginia Aviation Board

New Kent County Airport was one of 21 airports to receive funding from the Virginia Aviation Board to complete projects to enhance the facility. New Kent County Airport received $24,000 for sealing runway cracks, applying an additional seal coat, and remarking it as part of the funds. They also received $4,312 as part of Phase One for easement acquisition services and reimbursement. In total, the Virginia Aviation Board awarded $8.4 million to airport projects across the state.

Harcum named to Dean’s List at University of Maryland Global Campus

Brandon Harcum, a resident of New Kent, was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Maryland Global Campus for the Spring 2023 semester. In order to be recognized for the honor, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while completing at least six credits.

‘Fair’-tastic fun in New Kent County