106-year-old Henrico woman proves age is just a number

Laura Rice celebrated her 106th birthday Tuesday at Commonwealth Senior Living, surrounded by four generations of family and friends.

Born in Alton, Virginia, in 1920, Rice spent most of her life in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, before moving to Henrico in 2018. She has traveled to 10 countries and climbed part of the Great Wall of China at 89.

Her advice for a long life: "Pray daily, stay active and engaged, exercise, socialize, eat healthy, and limit medication."

Her family says Rice remains resilient and adventurous, with plenty of stories from her younger years that keep everyone entertained.

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