News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | October 29, 2026
Local News
New Kent excels in SOL testing; Charles City scores jump in 12 categories
Virginia’s Department of Education released SOL (Standards of Learning) test scores on Aug. 16 to the public with positive results and improvements for local schools. New Kent County Schools achieved a passing rate of 70 or more in all subject areas while Charles City County Schools improved in 12 areas as part of the totals released in the new data. New Kent scores continue to rank better than the state average, surpassing 20 of 29 areas of the state’s average. The school achieved an 80 percent passing rate in 25 of 29 areas, and a 90 percent passing rate in…
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One dead, three seriously injured in Charles City accident near Benjamin Harrison Bridge
A Petersburg man has died as the result of a two-vehicle crash in Charles City last Saturday afternoon. Charles H. Moss, 64, was pronounced dead at the scene of an accident on Roxbury Road (Route 106) about one mile south of John Tyler Memorial Highway (Route 5) near the Benjamin Harrison Memorial Bridge. According to Virginia State Police spokesman Stephan Vick, a 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser was traveling southbound on Roxbury Road when it ran off the right side of the road. The vehicle overcorrected, crossing into northbound traffic and struck a 2015 Buick Enclave head-on. The driver of the…
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Ruthville Road closure in Charles City among VDOT projects for Aug. 15-19
Virginia’s Department of Transportation (VDOT) has announced projects for the upcoming week including a road closure in Charles City on Aug. 17. Ruthville Road (Route 612) will be closed between Courthouse Road (Route 155) and The Glebe Lane (Route 615) to traffic from 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. for pipe replacement. Only residents who live on the road will be allowed to travel on it during that time and may be subject to delays or directed to an alternative route. Other projects for the upcoming week are as follows: –Aug. 15-19: Alternating lane closures will continue on New Kent Highway (Route 249)…
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Judge denies withdrawal of plea, sentences man to four years in prison
Prior to formal sentencing on Aug. 12 in Charles City Circuit Court, Curtis William Cole Jr., 43, voiced his concern on a charge of assault and battery of a family member (third offense) to Judge B. Elliott Bondurant, saying that it should be just an assault and battery charge. However, Bondurant rejected an attempt by the defendant to withdraw his plea after accepting plea deal and sentenced Cole to three years on the aforementioned charge plus a total of 16 months on eight misdemeanor charges of violating a protective order. Cole entered the courtroom Friday morning and began to make…
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Plea deals, renderings reached in New Kent Circuit Court
Plea deals and renderings were handed down during Aug. 8 proceedings in New Kent Circuit Court: –John Glaseman Adams III, 42, of the 5500 block of Lakeview Road, Quinton, was found guilty on one count each of DUI while having a prior felony conviction, and felony driving revoked during a trial after the defendant pleaded not guilty. Adams was convicted of operating a vehicle on June 2, 2015 while he was intoxicated. A background check revealed the defendant had previous convictions related to similar offenses of operating a vehicle intoxicated. –Christopher Erhan Cutrell, 23, of the 8000 block of Brown…
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Crash involving tractor-trailer results in at least one death
An accident on Interstate 64 eastbound at mile marker 217 in New Kent has resulted in at least one death. According to Sgt. Stephan M. Vick of the Virginia State Police, at 6:14 p.m. a 2009 Sterling tractor-trailer ran off the left side of the road and struck several trees. The vehicle subsequently overturned down an embankment. The driver of the tractor-trailer died at the scene. The passenger was ejected from the vehicle and was transported to a nearby medical facility by helicopter with serious injuries. Both occupants were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. The accident remains…
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Bridge repairs in New Kent, Charles City top VDOT projects
Repairs to bridges dominate Virginia’s Department of Transportation (VDOT) projects this upcoming week in Charles City and New Kent. –Aug. 1-4: The Benjamin Harrison Bridge connecting Charles City and Prince George will have alternating lane closures from 8 p.m.-6 a.m. as part of the elevator replacement project. Delays are expected. –Aug. 4: Interstate 64 eastbound at mile marker 223 from 12 a.m.-4 a.m. will have slow rolls lasting 15 minutes each for bridge repairs. –Aug. 5: Interstate 64 eastbound at mile marker 220 (West Point) from 12 a.m.-4 a.m. will have slow rolls lasting 15 minutes each for bridge repairs.
New Kent Sheriff’s Office sends warning for campaign sign vandalism, theft
New Kent Sheriff’s Office is sending out a stern warning to individuals who attempt to destroy of steal political campaign signs. The sheriff’s office has received a number of calls pertaining to the destruction or theft of political signs, with an increase of the crimes during the political season. The issues affect everyone as the offense is a criminal matter. The crime is a Class 1 misdemeanor and punishable with a fine up to $2,500 and/or 12 months in jail if convicted. The latest incident occurred on Pocahontas Trail (Rt. 60) in the Toe Ink Wayside area on July 27….
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Bridge to be named in honor of former New Kent Sheriff Howard
New Kent supervisors unanimously approved a resolution to request a bridge to be named after a former New Kent County Sheriff. County leaders voted during the July 27 work session to request the Commonwealth Transportation Board to name the bridge crossing the Chickahmoniny River on Route 155 (Courthouse Road) in honor of F.W. “Wakie” Howard Jr. That location, ironically, connects with Charles City County where Howard grew up and graduated from high school. Howard served as sheriff of New Kent County for 36 years and retired at the end of 2015 after electing not to run for a 10th term….
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Recent triathlon race causes Charles City supervisor to lash out
Over the last few years, Charles City District 3 supervisor Floyd Miles Sr. has expressed displeasure over bicyclists occupying the road during events. Now, District 2 supervisor Bill Coada is echoing the sentiments after a July 10 triathlon caused the representative frustration during his travel on the highways. Coada’s monologue during the July 26 meeting of county supervisors revolved around cyclists during a triathlon that originated in James City County. The issue caused furor with the District 2 representative during his travels, something he reiterated to the public. Prior to the supervisors’ comment and directive period, Coada asked questions of…
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