Candidate for New Kent County District 3 School Board: Heather Donbronsky

Experience: Two years on a school board, worked as a substitute teacher, graduate in history. Reason for running: “I am concerned that we don’t talk about our nation’s past. We don’t create a culture to learn and think critically or learn to agree to disagree instead of causing conflict. We need to learn how to communicate, and there is not enough consistency with policies such as social media and cell phones, which has led to online bullying. Why people should vote for you: “I will be engaged and a presence in the school. I will be responsive, address concerns, create…
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Candidate for New Kent County District 1 Supervisor: Mark Daniel

Experience: Member of New Kent County’s Planning Commission for nine years, president of New Kent Chamber of Commerce, member of several civic committees in the county. Reason for running: “We’ve entered into a contract with our water outside of the county. We have failed to black the blue, and we must retain and recruit them. We got to keep pursuing, engaging, and keeping New Kent citizens first and foremost. Why people should vote for you: “My heart is in this, and I love New Kent. I want to keep the citizens first and I have received a blessing from the…
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Candidate for New Kent County District 2 School Board: Helena Cunha

Experience: Thirty years as an educator, with 22 years being inside a school building, comes from a family of service. Reason for running: “New Kent is the fastest growing county in the state of Virginia, and we need the right people with experience and skills to navigate it. We need people to solve difficult challenges, invest in the roles of our children and make sure that we support our leaders to keep New Kent County Schools successful. Why people should vote for you: “I am experienced and have been a teacher, mentor, coach, and served on committees that helped the…
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Candidate for New Kent Clerk of Circuit Court: Amy Crump

Experience: Worked in court system since 1997, has served as NK Circuit Court Clerk since 2016. Reason for running: “I love the county and I love preserving the history of it. I like providing the citizens with great quality service. I love the large community that has the small town feel. Why people should vote for you: “I have the experience at the position, I know the citizens, I have an open door and I will have the best interest in them and for our county.”

Chickahominy Tribe’s 71st annual Fall Festival and Pow-Wow

Meeting with Congress on Capitol Hill

English assists with college outreach program at James Madison University

Ashton English, a recent graduate of Charles City High School, participated in the Dukes Making a Difference (DMAD) volunteerism outreach program at James Madison University. English was one of 140 students who volunteered with nonprofit agencies in the Harrisonburg area to address social issues, and interact with individuals and organizations to make the local community a better place.

Four graduate from James Madison University after Summer 2023 session

Four local students earned degrees from James Madison University after completing studies during the Summer 2023 semester. Isabelle Aczel, of Lanexa, graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Services Administration. Mark Golovan, of Quinton, earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. Ethan Jordon, of Providence Forge, graduated with Bachelor of Social Work degree, and Rhiannon Rogers, of Quinton, earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Two locals earn academic recognition during Summer semester at James Madison University

Two local residents earned academic recognition from James Madison University for the Summer 2023 semester. Rylie Cross, a resident of Providence Forge, was named to the President’s List at the university. To be recognized for the achievement, a student must pass at least 12 credit hours and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.9 or better. Emily Minor, a resident of New Kent, was named to the Dean’s List for the semester. In order to earn the accolade, a student must be taking at least 12 credit hours and earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

United to remember ancestry rooted in Charles City