Kegley named to Dean’s List at Emory and Henry College

Roy Kegley, a resident of Quinton, has been named to the Dean’s List of Emory and Henry College for the Fall 2022 semester. In order to be recognized for the accolade, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.6 or higher while enrolled full-time.

Make-a-Wish in New Kent

CCPR Holiday Card contest winners

New Kent’s Nichols named to 2022 ‘Superintendent to Watch’ list

New Kent Superintendent of Schools Brian Nichols has been named as a 2022 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). Nichols is one of 25 superintendents nationwide to be selected and honored for the recognition of their innovative and effective use of technology to engage and inform the school community, and to expand two-way communication and outreach efforts. “I am humbled and honored to be selected,” said Nichols in a press release. “I am proud to be the superintendent of such a dynamic division with an incredible team of teachers and staff.” More information about the…
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13th annual Providence Forge Christmas Parade

Charles City Christmas Parade 2022

Shopping spree with New Kent’s Sheriff’s Office

McLaughlin graduates from School of Police Staff and Command

New Kent County Sheriff’s Captain J. Joseph McLaughlin III graduated from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University. McLaughlin completed the 22-week course which provides upper-level college instruction in a total of 27 core blocks. Topics include leadership, human resources, employee relations, organizational behavior, applied statistics, planning and policy development, and budgeting and resource allocation. McLaughlin was one of 21 students to complete the program, which was held in Evanston, Illinois from May to October.

Benjamin Harrison Bridge to close overnight starting Dec. 9

The Benjamin Harrison Bridge that connects Charles City and Prince George County will see several closures beginning this weekend. Starting on Friday, Dec. 9, the bridge will close at 7 p.m. and remained closed until Monday, Dec. 12, 5 a.m. From Monday, Dec. 12, to Thursday, Dec. 15, the bridge will be closed overnight from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. Weather permitting, the bridge will completely reopen on Friday, Dec. 16. Motorists are to use the following detours: –Traveling Northbound from Prince George: Take Route 10 West to Interstate 295 North. Take Exit 22A to Route 5 East to return…
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Peace poster contest winner