News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | April 8, 2026
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Several students earn academic honors at James Madison University for Fall 2021 semester
Several local students were recognized for their academic achievements at James Madison University for the Fall 2021 semester. Marisa Turner of New Kent, Sarah Rice of Quinton, and Haley Holland and Jacob Mattson, both of Providence Forge, were named to the President’s List for their academic achievements. In order to be recognized for the accolade, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.9 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours. Christopher Krawiec, Larsen Stewart, Shayla Forrest, Kyle McCuistion, and Kaylei Kipper, all of Providence Forge, Hannah Sweeney, Molly Wallace, Caroline Hendrick, Sarah Major, Samantha Miller, and Jacob…
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Taylor earns degree from Camplain College
Charlie Taylor, a resident of Providence Forge, recently completed their studies at Champlain College in Vermont. Taylor graduated from the college with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting.
Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma offering two $1,000 scholarships
Bottom of the Bridge LaSertoma Club is offering two scholarship grants to graduating students of New Kent High School. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a New Kent High School Senior pursuing a college education at either a community college or four-year institution. Another $1,000 will be awarded to a New Kent High School senior enrolled in a technical, nursing, or culinary arts field through Bridging Communities Career and Technical Center. To be eligible for the scholarship, a high school senior must reside in New Kent County. The scholarship will be awarded based on financial needs, grades, future education,…
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Brooks earns Dean’s List accolades from St. Mary’s College
Bryan Brooks, a resident of New Kent, was named to the Dean’s List of St. Mary’s College of Maryland for the Fall 2021 semester. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 hours of credited courses.
Morse earns Bachelor’s Degree from University of North Colorado
Ciara Morse, a resident of Providence Forge, recently completed her studies at the University of North Colorado. Morse earned a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics after completing the Fall 2021 semester.
Editorial: We are living in a fractured society and must begin to heal
We live in a fractured society today. And the only way to heal is to understand each other. One of the biggest things that is currently hurting us is that we are choosing which side is “right or wrong.” We are homing in, and unfortunately, we are so focused on “we won” or “my side was right” instead of trying to sit down and figure out other people’s points of view. This isn’t an editorial about who can last the longest. This isn’t choosing a side on a decision that was made by organization. This is about how unfortunately society…
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Holliday earns degree from University of Maryland Global Campus
Stephen Holliday, a residence of Providence Forge, graduated from the University of Maryland Global Campus after completing the Fall 2021 semester. Holliday earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity.
Brame earns Dean’s List accolades at University of Delaware
Annabelle Brame, a resident of New Kent, was named to the University of Delaware’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. To meet eligibility requirements for the Dean’s List, a student must be enrolled full-time and earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
Wells named to Bethel University’s Honor Roll
Zachary Wells, a resident of Quinton, was named to Bethel University’s Honor Roll for the Fall 2021 semester. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.7 or higher while taking at least 12 or more academic work courses.
Editorial: Setbacks are just set-ups for you to step up
There are times where you will fail. That’s life. But those are times where you can rise back to the occasion as well. Over the past few months, I have seen a lot of highlights on the careers of former student-athletes. From personal relationships blossoming to advancements in careers, and purchases of a new home, they have entered into a brand new stratosphere when it comes to where they are and the places they can go. But I also recall when they were student-athletes. Many of them struggled. Many of them did not comprehend all the concepts in school. Many…
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