NKMS Theatre earns platinum VTA award

New Kent Middle School’s Veterans’ Day program

Mr. and Miss CCHS 2025

New Kent Quilters donate to veterans

Two New Kent schools earn Virginia Purple Star designation

New Kent Middle and New Kent High School have been awarded the Virginia Purple Star Designation for the 2025-26 school year. The prestigious award is presented by the Virginia Council of the Educational Opportunity for Military Children. The award recognizes schools for their outstanding commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. “We are incredibly proud of our staff and students and staff at New Kent High School and New Kent Middle School,” commented New Kent Superintendent of Schools Brian Nichols. “These designations reflect our division’s deep commitment to honoring and supporting the families who serve our nation.” The schools will…
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Two local residents graduate as part of UMD-GC summer class

Two local residents were among Summer 2025 graduates from the University of Maryland-Global Campus. Jennifer Hilton of New Kent graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Management. Tenisha High-Admas of Providence Forge earned her Bachelor of Science in Social Science, while also graduating Magna Cum Laude (GPA 3.9 or higher).

Letter to the Editor: Appalled by behavior from District Two and District Three leaders in Charles City

The behavior displayed during the October Charles City Board of Supervisors’ meeting was deeply troubling and sent a clear message to residents of District One; we do not mater. Despite having fewer residents and less development pressure, District Two and District Three continue to dominate representation and decision-making across nearly every county commission. It has become apparent that there is a deliberate effort to sideline District One and keep its citizens and its representative uninformed and uninvolved. During the [Oct. 28] meeting, District One’s representative attempted to appoint two new individuals and reappoint another to important committees, only to be…
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Charles City Fallen Officers Memorial

‘Tennis for Me’ in Charles City

New Kent Department of Social Services advise residents of SNAP benefits delay

Due to the federal government shutdown, New Kent County residents who receive SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits may be delayed or not issued for the month of November. The Oct. 1 shutdown has halted federal funding to the SNAP program, meaning states cannot guarantee when or if November benefits will be issued. October benefits were approved before the shutdown and will be sent as scheduled. New Kent County residences are advised to stretch their benefits, focusing on essential, nonperishable foods. If the shutdown ends soon, November benefits may only be slightly delayed. Any new application filed on or after…
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