Some residents refer to Charles City as “the garden spot of the universe.” Needless-to-say they consider it a great place to live. Most of the county is undeveloped, and the population numbers about 7,000 residents. The courthouse area constitutes the county center.
Schools,
government offices,
libraries, a bank, doctor’s office and post office are all located there. Four country stores sell food and gas. The Roxbury Industrial Park is home to a number of small and medium-sized businesses.
The Sheriff’s Department and the
Virginia State Police provide law enforcement. The Charles City County Volunteer Fire Department (804-829-9228) and the
Providence Forge Volunteer Rescue Squad provide emergency services. Volunteers provide a number of other services and activities. Local Houses of Worship constitute important networks for communicating with county residents. Bus service by appointment is provided by Bay Transit (804-966-7650). The
New Kent * Charles City Chronicle (804-843-4181) is the bi-monthly local paper.
The Richmond Times Dispatch provides home delivery to Charles City addresses.
If you are new to the county and have questions please contact us.
