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News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | September 6, 2026

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Handful of local residents named to College of William and Mary’s Dean’s List for Fall 2021 semester

By Community Member | February 9, 2022 6:37 am

Five local residents were recognized on the College of William and Mary’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. Abbey Coutu of Barhamsville, Ellie Ferrell of New Kent, and Joey Houska, Todd Reynolds, and Ty Walters, all of Lanexa, were recognized by the college for their academic achievements. In order to be named to the Dean’s List, a student must earn a quality point average of 3.6 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours.

Editorial: Celebrating my ten year anniversary at the Chronicle

By Andre Jones | February 9, 2022 6:25 am

It’s been a decade. I have been with the Chronicle for 10 years. Time has really flown by. Just to think, there was this local kid who was looking for a new direction to head into and somebody believed in him and gave him an opportunity. That’s what Alan Chamberlain did for me ten years ago. And his actions and faith in me changed my life. And I am forever grateful for that. When I left the field of education, I went looking for a new career because of logistical reasons. As I sat back for four months, Alan reached…
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Mills named to University of Utah’s Dean’s List for Fall 2021 semester

By Community Member | February 8, 2022 2:27 pm

Lexi Mills, a resident of Providence Forge, was named to the Dean’s List at the University of Utah for the Fall 2021 semester. In order to be recognized for the achievement, a student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 graded credit hours.

Three locals graduate from James Madison University

By Community Member | February 8, 2022 2:23 pm

Three local residents completed their studies at James Madison University and were recognized as part of Fall 2021 commencement ceremonies. Jacob Mattson of Providence Forge graduated with a degree in interdisciplinary studies. Samantha Miller and Sarah Rice, both of Quinton, earned degrees in nursing.

Vorous named to Randolph-Macon College’s Dean’s List for Fall 2021

By Community Member | February 7, 2022 4:37 pm

Lindsey Vorous, a resident of New Kent, was recognized on Randolph-Macon College’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2021 semester. In order to earn the recognition, a student must accumulate a grade-point average of 3.25 or higher while enrolled full-time.

A ‘Lions’ share of good will

By Community Member | February 7, 2022 11:02 am

Kay earns physics degree from James Madison University

By Community Member | February 7, 2022 10:55 am

Camden Kay, a resident of Providence Forge, recently completed studies at James Madison University. Kay graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in physics during Dec. 18, 2021 commencement exercises from the university.

Several students earn academic honors at James Madison University for Fall 2021 semester

By Community Member | February 1, 2022 11:26 am

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

By Community Member | February 1, 2022 12:35 am

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

By Community Member | February 1, 2022 12:32 am

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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