News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | October 27, 2026
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Candidate for Virginia Senate-3rd District: Tommy Norment
Editor’s Note: No information has been received from Tommy Norment as of time of publication.
Candidate for Colonial Soil and Conservation District (Charles City): Charles Carter III
Editor’s note: Charles Carter III did not provide information to the Chronicle.
Candidate for Colonial Soil and Conservation District (New Kent): Philip Thomson
Experience: Knowledgeable of water runoffs, natural waterways, land disturbances. Reason for running: “I want to educate young people on the position. I can help by training students and offering advice with run-offs. I have skills in management and organization that will help.” Why people should vote for you: “I’m an honest fellow. I believe that what I say I will do, and I will do. I want to make New Kent a better place to live.”
Candidate for Virginia House of Delegates- 70th District: DeLores McQuinn
Experience: Ten years on Richmond school board and Richmond city council, 11 years in government. Reason for running: “I have a desire to change and the focus on life is to represent the people in Virginia. Virgnia is a place to work and play and I saw that this as an opportunity to do this through spiritual teaching. Why people should vote for you: “I have a reputation for being with the people and working with them. I’m approachable and want the best for all Virginia citizens.”
Candidate for Colonial Soil and Conservation District (New Kent): Edward Davis
Experience: Forty years at Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation in various positions, provided administrative, technical, and financial assistance to districts. Reason for Running: “I want to increase awareness of district’s outstanding programs and services.” Why should people vote for you: “I have familiarity of the districts and their role, I am knowledgeable of local, state, and federal conservation programs.”
Candidate for Virginia Senate- 9th District: Jennifer McClellan
Experience: Eleven years in the Virginia House of Delegates including two years representing the ninth district. Reason for running: “I want to make constituents and provide services. I have enjoyed representing, working with people to improve education. We’re a critical point where we have a lot of needs and I want to work and see us move in a positive direction.” Why people should vote for you: “I take seriously that the government is for the people. My job is to serve everyone and hear their voice. I feel like I have done a good job representing these people.”
Candidate for Colonial Soil and Conservation District (New Kent): Stanislaw Grzeda
Editor’s Note: Attempts were made by the Chronicle to interview Stanislaw Grzeda, but no return time or day was responded as of this publication.
Candidate for Charles City Treasurer: LaWanda Christian
Experience: Current treasurer at Little Elam Baptist Church, accounting degree, jobs in state finance, responsible for financial obligations of self-owned business. Reason for running: “I feel like the community needs to be educated financially. I want to implement new policies and programs, make and help citizens with their taxes, and I want them to know where their taxpayer money is going.” Why people should vote for you: “I feel like I’m the right candidate. I’m qualified, dedicated, self-driven, and passionate about giving back to the community.”
Candidate for New Kent County Treasurer: Larry Clark
Experience: Thirty-two years as a CPA, interim treasurer in other jurisdictions, knowledgeable of position and contributions due to past experience serving in the role. Reason for running: “I have a strong conviction that I can make a difference. I can give back to the community and will continue to hear their concerns. I look forward to serving and will serve the citizens of the county.” Why people should vote for you: “The treasurer has a lot of responsibility. I am a person with the experience, familiarity, and I will be able to make a positive contribution on day one to…
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Candidate for Charles City Treasurer: Mindy Bradby
Experience: Seventeen years in Charles City’s Treasurer’s office including the last eight as county treasurer. Reason for running: “I love to serve my community. I enjoy being able to help different citizens and working with each and every one of them each day.” Why people should vote for you: “I have shown my honesty and ability to handle the role. I hope to continue to work with the community by showing them and improving my accountability.”
