A House subcommittee voted 6-4 Thursday to advance a bill that would establish restrictions and penalties for animal testing facilities in Virginia that have received citations for violating the federal Animal Welfare Act. HB 2348, introduced by Del. Michael J. Webert, R-Rappahannock, also would require animal testing facilities to register annually with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and […]
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...
Restaurant Watch
JAN. 5 Cook Out Store, 1501 Eastridge Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: no evidence of handwashing (both hand sinks are dry); temperature of cooked bacon on flat top pan is too low; temperatures of cheesecake and eggnog are elevated; time is not being tracked for chicken/cheese mix on the line; cardboard incorrectly lining several […]
Henrico names new director of Recreation and Parks
T. John Zannino has been appointed director of the Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks, effective Jan. 28. He has served as an assistant director of the division since its leadership was restructured last spring. He joined the division in 2007 as a recreation coordinator and later served as an assistant director of the Recreation Services Division. During his […]
Green Book legislation passes Virginia House
Youngkin administration considers legislation ‘consistent with promoting all history’Decades before people could rely on the internet for hotel or restaurant suggestions, Black Americans traveling across the country during the Jim Crow era relied on a guidebook of amenities to keep safe in segregated parts of the country. Now Virginia legislators are considering giving travelers the opportunity to explore the routes and places found in the Green Book after the […]
Former Henrico delegate Massie dies
Jimmie Massie, a Republican who spent 10 years as the representative from Henrico’s 72nd District in the Virginia House of Delegates from 2008 to 2018, died suddenly Jan. 25, according to a statement from House Speaker Todd Gilbert. The cause of death was not immediately clear. He was 64. “I am shocked and grieved to learn of the sudden death […]
HCAN seeks more prominent role in community
Environmental organization is working to create a climate action plan for Henrico CountyThe Henrico Conservation Action Network held its monthly meeting and first of the year Jan. 17 to discuss zoning issues, new bills, and future plans. HCAN aims to raise Henrico citizens’ awareness of conservation actions they can complete on their own and inform them of actions taking place in their community. Last week, the group briefly discussed the passing of […]
Becoming Christian: A Lenten Study with Rev. Dr. Roger Gench
Join us for this six-week study group led by Rev. Dr. Roger Gench as we explore together the main tenants of Christian faith through Rowan Williams’ Being Christian: Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer.
