Myrtle Dowdy Davenport, our precious “Grandmother,” passed away peacefully on July 6, 2021 at the age of 98. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hamlett Davenport Sr., whom she was married to for 35 years. She is survived by her sisters, Bernice Coakley of Ashburn, VA and Epsie Patterson of Evington, VA; her son, Hamlett Davenport Jr., and […]
Hotels, restaurants coming to Henrico Sports and Events Center site
The new Henrico Sports and Events Center, which opened late last year, is surrounded mostly by asphalt and dirt at the former site of Virginia Center Commons mall in Glen...
Article spotlights two Justins with baseball – and Henrico – connections
Two Justins with Henrico connections – one a future Hall of Fame pitcher and another whose possible path to baseball stardom was cut short by injury – were featured...
Officials celebrate groundbreaking for northern segment of Fall Line Trail
Earlier this week, officials from Hanover, Henrico, and the Town of Ashland held a groundbreaking ceremony in Ashland to celebrate the start of construction on a 4.8-mile portion of the...
UR graduate named CEO of Virginia ABC
A University of Richmond graduate has been named the chief executive officers of Virginia ABC. Dale Farino, who has served in various roles at Breakthru Beverage Virginia, will assume the...
Henrico students participate in ‘Rev Your Bev Week’
As part of the statewide "Rev Your Bev Week," students from 13 school divisions in Virginia, including Henrico, are participating in various events and lessons to promote healthy hydration in...
Virginia Board of Education receives feedback on school performance and support framework
The Virginia Board of Education has concluded a series of statewide listening sessions on a proposed framework for school performance and support, during which attendees expressed strong support for several...
For Richmond to host ‘State of Foster Care’ event May 15
The social services directors of Henrico, Chesterfield, Hanover and Richmond will discuss the state of foster care during a May 15 event in Henrico hosted by the nonprofit For Richmond....
Restaurant Watch
MARCH 29 Popeye’s, 8044 West Broad Street – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: wire racks in walk-in cooler are rusty; observed flour and food debris buildup...
Henrico Schools names Tucker High softball field in memory of late coach McGuire
The last message Tucker High softball player Kendall Shockley received from her coach James “Pat” McGuire read, “Kendall, I can’t wait to get back coaching and watching you play!” McGuire,...
Henrico News Minute – April 25, 2024
Henrico County expanding its Enterprise Zone; two Henrico students receive National Merit Scholarships; a Glen Allen teen dies in a crash; VDOT performing emergency pavement work on I-64 in Henrico...
In the Garden: Heat-tolerant beauties for gardens and containers
Boost the summer-long beauty and heat tolerance in your gardens and containers with new varieties of annual vinca (Catharanthus). The unique Soiree vinca varieties provide added appeal with their cute,...
Lewis Ginter’s expansion plan is good news for local garden goers and people in need of healthy food
Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is getting a major face-lift for its 40th anniversary, announcing a two-year, $31 million expansion project called "Thrive." The project will nearly double the size of the...
Now What?! Golden boy
The word ‘gold’ represents the pinnacle or the best. Couples celebrate their golden wedding anniversary after 50 years of marriage. You arrive at your golden years when you have lived...
LETTERS: Reader expresses opposition to proposed Sandston data center development
Dear Editor: When I first wrote county leaders in late January regarding the possible rezoning of 622 acres for presumably a massive data center complex, it was the first time...
Henrico Fur Finder: April 24, 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...
Henrico supervisors allocate $804K to fund regional homelessness efforts
The Henrico Board of Supervisors allocated more than $804,468 at its April 23 meeting to help fund two regional homelessness programs. The money will support programs operated by the Salvation...
Henrico Property Transactions: March 27-April 2, 2024
4609 Chipoax Avenue - $224,990, 846 SF (built in 1948), from Cava Cap 2023 LLC to Corey Alexander King. 9302 Holbrook Drive - $250,000, 2,228 SF (built in 1959), from...
Henrico supervisors vote to expand Enterprise Zone, increase threshold for business license taxes
At its April 23 meeting, the Henrico Board of Supervisors approved a resolution that would make changes to the Henrico portion of the City of Richmond North/Henrico County Enterprise Zone...
Glen Allen teen dies in I-295 crash in Hanover
A 19-year-old from Glen Allen died when the car he was driving ran off the road and crashed on I-295 in Hanover County April 23. Ethan Shelton was driving a...
2 Henrico students earn National Merit Scholarships
Two Henrico students were among 14 from Virginia who were named winners in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Qingyuan Hu and Sandor Preda, both students at Maggie L....
Henrico News Minute – April 24, 2024
Henrico supervisors vote to fund homelessness-support efforts in Richmond, purchase new land at the site of the Henrico Sports and Events Center and expand participation in the Home Purchase Assistance...
Virginia to receive $156M in funding for new solar energy projects
About half of Virginia households are eligible to benefit from $156 million in federal solar energy funding that the Virginia Department of Energy will receive during the next five years....
Fourth Groovin’ in the Garden series band announced
Fleetwood Mac tribute band Rumours ATL will perform at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Aug. 22 as part of the Groovin’ in the Garden series. Tickets for the concert go on...
Obituary – Walter W. Brooking, Jr.
Brooking, Walter W. “Woody”, Jr., 79, of Henrico, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021. He was preceded in death by his “Angel” granddaughter, Bailey Bowman and is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Arthurene L. “Deanie” Brooking; his “four-legged baby”, Abigail; loving daughters, Terri B. Bowman (Mark) and Kimberly B. Reese (Paul); three grandchildren, Hannah Smothers (Hunter), McKenzie […]
Obituary – Arthur V. Myers, Jr.
Arthur V. Myers, Jr., died peacefully in his sleep on July 7, 2021 at the age of 91. He was the son of Arthur V. Myers, Sr. and Anna Margaret DIffendahl Myers. He was the proud and loving husband of Priscilla Nason Myers, from whom he was widowed in 1992. He was predeceased by his sisters, Billie Lee and Peggy […]
Obituary – Ronald Miller Kelson
Ronald Miller Kelson, 89, of Sandston, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021. He served in the U. S. Navy during the Korean War and was a charter member, member for life and past president of the American Legion Posts # 242 and 144. He was a retired employee of Thalhimers after 33 years of service. He was preceded in […]
Obituary – Linda Saunders Stocks
Linda Saunders Stocks, 73, of Richmond, passed away July 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert J. and Mary L. Saunders. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jerry E. Stocks; three daughters, Candace Stocks, Shannon Barber (Matt) and Tiffani Klimaszewski (Justin); six grandchildren, Megan and Tyler Lecarpentier, Hayden and Avery Barber, Mackenzie […]
Section of Richmond-Henrico Turnpike to close beginning July 18
Bridge repairs to continue until early September; detours will guide motoristsRichmond-Henrico Turnpike will be closed between the Henrico County-Hanover County line and Azalea Avenue for bridge repairs beginning Sunday, July 18. The section of the road is expected to remain closed through early September. An 8-mile detour will be in place to direct motorists. • For eastbound travelers, follow Azalea onto Carolina Avenue and head south to Laburnum Avenue, south […]
Henrico supervisors advance several voting changes
Henrico supervisors are preparing for this fall’s elections, advancing a number of measures relating to voting locations and practices during their meeting on July 13. Supervisors approved a resolution that officially begins the process of reapportioning Henrico’s population among its five magisterial districts by adopting criteria and procedures for considering reapportionment plans and encouraging public participation in the process. Henrico […]
Restaurant Watch
JUNE 29 Clean Eatz Richmond, 11801 W. Broad Street – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: refrigerated prepared meals for customer pick-up do not have date marks; improper cooling methods used for chunk chicken and sweet potatoes; observed an employee handling food while wearing rubber bracelets; walk-in cooler fan guards are dusty. Jing Sushi, 7019-G Three Chopt […]
Henrico man hopes to inspire others to ‘run with a purpose’
Daryl Simmons strives to empower people to reach their full potential in every element of life and hopes to raise awareness about the positive effects of exercise on mental health with his Running With A Purpose 5k. Set to take place on Aug. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon at Dorey Park in Varina, the first-ever event is designed to […]
Henrico News Minute – July 15, 2021
A Henrico man creates a 5k to benefit a mental health organization; the Henrico Board of Supervisors approves funding for improvements to Church Road; a traffic alert for Northern Henrico. (Today’s Henrico News Minute is brought to you by Henrico County CSB Prevention Services.)
