2022 Clopton Scholarship recipients

DuVal first New Kent High School student to complete study abroad program

Joseph DuVal, a soon to be graduate of New Kent High School, is the first student to complete the school’s study abroad program. DuVal completed his 2021-22 school year through a total immersion program in Seville, Spain. During his studies, he lived with a local Spanish family, attended local high school classes, and completed online course work through New Kent High School. DuVal received assistance from New Kent High School guidance counselor Elizabeth Ahlfield to make the experience possible.

Charles City High School’s Crimestoppers poster contest winner

Johnson named inaugural chief of Charles City Fire Department

Charles City County has had many great years of volunteer service from firefighters and emergency medical transport teams. However, with time, change must come. That change took another step on the evening of May 25. James “Jimmy” Johnson was pinned as the first chief of Charles City County Fire and EMS during the Wednesday afternoon service. What started off as a goal for County Administrator Michelle Johnson to bring fire and rescue services 24 hours a day, blossomed into a full-fledged commitment upon Jimmy Johnson’s hiring in 2018 as the Director of Fire and EMS for the county. His growth…
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Jones recipient of MacArthur Cadet Leadership Award

Ryan Jones, a resident of Quinton, was awarded the General Douglas MacArthur Cadet Leadership Award and Superior Cadet IV. Jones was one of 100 cadets at the University of North Georgia that was presented with an award during Spring ceremonies.

Felts earns Master’s degree from Carson-Newman University

Kathryn Felts, a native of New Kent, graduated from Carson-Newman University as part of Spring 2022 commencement ceremonies. Felts earned a Master of Science in Nursing. She plans to become a family nurse practitioner.

Three locals named to Dean’s List at Radford University for Spring 2022 semester

Three local students earned Dean’s List accolades from Radford University during the Spring 2022 semester. Kirstern Torrence and William Bowery, both of Quinton, and Alliyah James, of Charles City, were recognized for their academic achievements. In order to be named to the Dean’s List, a student must accumulated a grade-point average of 3.4 while taking at least 12 semester hours.

Daniels graduates from Virginia Tech

Jack Daniels, a 2019 graduate of New Kent High School, graduated from Virginia Tech with honors on May 14. Daniels earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in disability studies.

Charles City Resource Fair

Presentation to Charles City Sheriff’s Office