News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | June 24, 2026
Charles City supervisor continues to be frustrated as $1.3 million change order is approved
The handling of finances in Charles City County continues to be at the forefront of several conversations within the locality’s borders. And for one Charles City supervisor, it appears that it has gotten to the point where he is disgusted by the line of communication being provided on such matters. District 1 leader Ryan Patterson expressed dismay on the handling of projects and information during Tuesday night’s Charles City County Board of Supervisors’ meeting. Patterson’s frustration started at the beginning of the meeting, as a presentation was made about a change order request for the Mt. Zion wastewater treatment facility….
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Hall graduates from University of Alabama
Kendrick Hall, a resident of Charles City, recently completed his studies at the University of Alabama. Hall earned a Bachelor of Arts degree as part of Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies.
Three earn degrees from College of William & Mary
A trio of local individuals recently completed their studies at the College of William and Mary as part of Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies. Parker McBrayer of Barhamsville graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. Rosmarie Gilbride of Providence Forge also graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree, and Cheyenne Webster of New Kent graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Education.
Quinton man receives 30 months in prison for possessing drugs in New Kent
A Quinton man will spend two-and-a-half years in prison for possessing drugs in New Kent. Michael Adam Davis, 53, of the 6400 block of Maple Road, learned his term of imprisonment during Monday proceedings in New Kent Circuit Court. During an Apr. 27 trial, Davis was convicted for possessing cocaine. During that trial, evidence presented showed that on June 14, 2025, Davis was sitting in a car after a traffic stop. A search of the vehicle by authorities discovered a smoking pipe with a white substance inside of it. The substance was sent to a forensics lab and was identified…
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Fox named to Dean’s List at University of Maryland Global Campus
Victoria Fox, a resident of Charles City, has been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Maryland Global Campus for the Spring 2026 semester. To be recognized for the achievement, a student must be taking at least six credits and earn a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher.
Amazon announces plans to construct distribution center in New Kent
Amazon Inc. will have another place of residency: New Kent County. In a June 16 press release from New Kent County, Amazon Inc. announced plans to construct a one million-plus size distribution center at the New Kent Center site. The site is located just off Exit 211 on Interstate 64. “New Kent County staff, the Economic Development Authority, and the Board of Supervisors have worked diligently over the past several years to draw major players such as AutoZone, Target, and now Amazon to our community,” said New Kent County Board of Supervisors Chairman Ron Stiers. “This is another major win…
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