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News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | October 10, 2025

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Bonsky graduates from York College of Pennsylvania

By Community Member | June 18, 2025 2:34 pm

Taryn Bonsky, a resident of New Kent, recently completed her studies at York College of Pennsylvania. Bonsky graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree as part of May 2025 commencement ceremonies.

Letter to the Editor: Says Charles City County leadership is financially irresponsible

By Community Member | June 16, 2025 4:22 pm

Four months after the state deadline, the audit of Charles City’s finances was finally completed. The audit reported material “weaknesses in internal controls,” resulting in a “reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the entity’s financial statements will not be prevented or detected.” The last delay was a $231,341 cash discrepancy, which the auditor never could sort out. While the county’s dismal record-keeping casts all figures into doubt, the audit indicates that Charles City spent $30.2 million in 2024 on a budget of $24 million, which is 25 percent over budget. It is actually worse than that. The county expected…
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Stewart elected at PlanRVA chairwoman

By Community Member | June 14, 2025 7:18 pm

Jordan Stewart, New Kent’s Board of Supervisors District 5 representative, has been elected as the new chairwoman for PlanRVA. Formerly known as the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission, PlanRVA encompasses nine localities and acts as a planning agency and provider of essential services to the region. The organization works to convene community representatives and build relationships that strengthen capacity across the region. “I’m looking forward to serving both my community and the region in this new role and am anticipating a great year ahead,” Stewart said in a press release.

Inaugural meeting of New Kent’s Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:53 pm

Warlick named to Dean’s List at University of Alabama

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:51 pm

J.B. Warlick, a resident of Providence Forge, was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Alabama for the Spring 2025 semester. To be named to the list, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.

Iditarod book donated by New Kent Women’s Club

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:51 pm

Three locals earn Dean’s List accolades at Bridgewater College

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:49 pm

Three local students were named to the Dean’s List at Bridgewater College for the Spring 2025 semester. McKenna Mueller and Luke Tomajczyk, both of Providence Forge, and Waverly Marshall of New Kent were recognized for their academic achievements. To be named to the list, a student must earn a grade-point average of 3.4 or higher.

Ashley named to President’s List at Shenandoah University

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:48 pm

William Ashley, a resident of Providence Forge, was named to the President’s List at Shenandoah University for the Spring 2025 semester. To be recognized with the accolade, a student must be enrolled full-time and accumulate a grade-point average of 3.9 or higher.

Albertson earns Business Administration degree from Averett University

By Community Member | June 12, 2025 2:47 pm

Logan Albertson, a resident of New Kent, recently graduated from Averett University. Albertson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Science. He was also named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester, which requires a student to earn a grade-point average of 3.4 or higher.

Local students recognized on College of William and Mary’s Dean’s List

By Community Member | June 9, 2025 6:31 pm

Four local students were named to the Dean’s List at the College of William & Mary for the Spring 2025 semester. Parker McBrayer of Barhamsville, Emma Shellman of Charles City, Catie Bennett of Providence Forge, and Kendal Vorous of Quinton were acknowledged for their academic achievement. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a quality-point average of 3.6 or higher.

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