Henrico County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judge Sharon G. Jacobs officially swore in seven new court appointed special advocates, or CASAs, recently. The volunteers completed training and now will be supervised by Henrico CASA as they advocate for children involved in the child welfare and judicial system because of allegations of abuse or neglect. Jacobs congratulated the new advocates […]
Virginia DMV to host pop-up services event May 10 at Tuckahoe Library
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is setting up a pop-up services event in Henrico County May 10 in cooperation with state Senator Schuyler VanValkenburg. The event will be held...
James River Association plans pontoon boat cruises on the river
The James River Association has announced a series of new guided river trips as part of its "Connect with the James" program. The trips are planned in the Metro Richmond...
2 Henrico hospitals among 40 statewide to earn ‘A’ grades on Leapfrog Group assessment
Virginia has been ranked the second-best state in the nation for patient safety in hospitals, according to the latest Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade. The Leapfrog state rankings are based...
Jenkins Foundations makes grants to 17 health-focused nonprofits
The Jenkins Foundation has announced grants to 17 local nonprofits that are working to improve the health of the Richmond region. The grants are being distributed in two parts this...
Community walk offers support after 3 shootings shock Henrico neighborhood
Some neighbors in Henrico County's Delmont Plaza community said an increased police presence was a welcome surprise Tuesday night. “It's comforting to see people here today supporting us. It is...
Henrico Fur Finder: May 8, 2024
Welcome to Henrico Fur Finder, where each week we highlight pets looking for a forever home at the Henrico Animal Shelter. Animals are sometimes adopted quickly; the shelter cannot guarantee...
Citizen publisher Lappas named to Virginia Press Association Board of Directors
Henrico Citizen owner and publisher Tom Lappas was appointed May 4 by the Virginia Press Association’s Board of Directors to serve a three-year term on the board. Lappas will become...
Henrico Property Transactions: April 10-16, 2024
7325 Oakham Court - $240,000, 1,994 SF (built in 2001), from Martha Lloyd Aheimer to Outerbridge Investments LLC. 2308 Bluestone Drive - $265,000, 1,089 SF (built in 1963), from William...
Henrico News Minute – May 8, 2024
The Henrico School Board will meet tomorrow; your chance to take a guided James River tour; a Henrico shopping center is sold for $22 million; DMV officials plan a pop-up...
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: WayGone Brewery
From gathering with friends and family in the backyard to creating a space for people to become friends and family, WayGone Brewery is a place not only to find hand-crafted...
Henrico School Board to vote on $14 million in federal grant funding
The Henrico School Board will vote at a May 9 meeting on a proposal that would allocate about $14 million in federal grant funds to certain school programs for 2024-2025,...
Savvy Senior: What to do about Medicare and Social Security when you move
Dear Savvy Senior, Next month I am moving to a different state so I can be near my daughter and grandkids. Do I need to notify Social Security and Medicare...
Henrico News Minute – May 7, 2024
Charges essentially dropped against five Henrico Sheriff's deputies in the Irvo Otieno case; Virginia ranks 10th on a sports tourism economic impact list; Virginia part of a multi-state settlement with...
Virginia ranks 10th nationally in economic impact of sports tourism
Virginia has been ranked 10th in the nation on a Sports ETA list of top U.S. states for the economic impact of sports tourism. The report, which was released at...
Virginia to receive payments from new opioid settlement
A multi-state settlement with opioid manufacturer Amneal Pharmaceuticals could total $92.5 million in cash payments and $180 million in naloxone nasal spray to combat opioid overdoses. The agreement announced May...
Henrico students honored for participation in ‘ALL Stars’ program
Sports Backers and the Richmond Times-Dispatch recently honored 19 high school seniors (including six from Henrico schools) for their participation in the Active Living Leadership ALL Stars program. The program...
VDOT seeks input on West Creek study
The Virginia Department of Transportation is evaluating the transportation network in the West Creek area near the Henrico-Goochland border and is seeking input from the public as part of the...
Henrico Police investigating shooting that killed 1, injured 3
Henrico Police are investigating a shooting that killed one man and left three others hospitalized. The incident took place May 2 just before 11:30 p.m. in the 3800 block of...
Citizen’s Hardy wins 2 Virginia Press Association awards for writing
Henrico Citizen education reporter and Report for America corps member Liana Hardy earned two second-place awards for education writing in the 2023 Virginia Press Association News and Advertising Contest. Awards...
Prosecutor essentially drops charges against 5 Henrico deputies charged in Irvo Otieno’s death
Dinwiddie County Commonwealth's Attorney Amanda Mann has essentially dropped charges against five of the eight people arrested in connection with the in-custody death of Irvo Otieno. Henrico County Sheriff’s Deputies...
Number of incarcerated pregnant women increases amid opioid epidemic
Karlee Clements was six months pregnant, “full on into addiction” and begging to go to jail because she was afraid she would kill her child. Soon after, she was incarcerated...
Business in brief: May 6, 2024
EXIT First Realty in Glen Allen recently announced that Crystalle Hall had joined its team of real estate agents. *** Colliers International recently announced the following lease transactions in Henrico...
Henrico News Minute – May 6, 2024
Funding for more elementary school staff positions included in updated Henrico Schools budget; Citizen Report for America education reporter Liana Hardy honored by the Virginia Press Association; music instrument retailer...
Advocates gear up for the Walk to End It
Henrico event designed to honor, support trafficking survivorsFrom its scenic attractions to its arts district and foodie destinations, the Richmond region – and its residents – can regularly boast of making it onto “Top 10” or “Top 100” lists of all kinds. Unfortunately, Greater Richmond is also on at least one Top 20 list that does not inspire pride. Because of its geographic location and proximity to […]
Henrico Crime Report – Oct. 7-13, 2022
4100 block of Tom Leonard Drive – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at a hotel Oct. 7 at 5:50 a.m. Bishop Road at West Marshall Street – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with identity theft, possession of cocaine, a warrant service, and other criminal violations during a traffic stop Oct. 7 at 2:27 p.m. 300 […]
Weekend Top 5
River City Community Players will present “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14 and at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m Oct. 15 at The Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church, 11421 Gayton Road. Based on Robert Fulghum’s best-selling book, “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” takes a funny and heartwarming […]
Obituary – Jane Elizabeth Stanley Rommel Lane
Jane Elizabeth Stanley Rommel Lane, 94, of Short Pump, passed away peacefully at home October 9, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Orman Lane and Raymond Punk Rommel; daughter, Joyce Dewsbury; and two grandchildren, Ashley and Joseph. She is survived by her two sons, Raymond Rommel (Judy) and John Lane (Jenny); five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; two […]
Obituary – Marie B. Coleman
Marie B. Coleman, 96, of Highland Springs, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Coleman; children, Michael Wood and Sherry Hutchinson; and her beloved cat, Little Girl. Marie enjoyed puzzles, crafts, reading, watching gameshows and her soaps, and visits from her family. She retired as a switchboard operator from Bell […]
Obituary – Paul Cosmo Spadaro
Paul Cosmo Spadaro, age 90, of Richmond, Virginia passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022. Paul was born October 18, 1931. He is preceded in death by his beloved Wife of 52 years, Jean Spadaro. His two Brothers, Sister, and two of his Children also precede him. He is survived by his Son, John Spadaro (Patti); Daughter, Jeanne Higginbotham (Gary); […]
Obituary – Estelle G. Romers
Estelle G. Romers, 94, of Mechanicsville, formerly of Sandston, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. She was “Granny” to everyone she knew, a loving mother, and a retired employee of American Tobacco Co. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Joseph Romers and is survived by her devoted daughter and son-in-law, Kathy and Steve Burke; son and […]
Nominations open for second annual RVA Sports Awards
Nominations are open for the second annual RVA Sports Awards. Organizers are looking for the best athletes, leaders, and fans in the Metro Richmond community. People can nominate others or themselves through Dec. 1 by clicking here. Winners will be honored at the RVA Sports Awards at Altria Theater Feb. 4. The regionwide event is presented by Rosie’s Gaming Emporium […]
Obituary – Nancy Jane Moore
Nancy Jane Moore, 82, of Henrico, Virginia, formerly Chillicothe, Ohio and Fort Wayne, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022 in Richmond, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her parents, Barbara and Max Hart; and sister, Sandy James. Nancy was a devoted wife and mother, survived by her husband, Joseph F. Moore; son, Christopher C. Moore; sisters, Diana […]
