Henrico Police are seeking a man who robbed a West End hotel July 21. Just before 2 p.m. that day, police responded to the 9000 of Mayland Drive after reports that the man (pictured in surveillance video above), described as being about 5 foot 5 and weighing between 150 and 160 pounds, entered the building, produced a weapon and demanded […]
47-year-old man struck and killed on West Broad Street
A 47-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle July 21, according to Henrico Police. Melvin Burrell Jr. was struck near Deep Run Avenue along West Broad Street by a Honda Accord that was driving west on West Broad at about 9:21 p.m. Burrell apparently entered the road from the right shoulder when the crash occurred, according to police. […]
Henrico Schools officials want to know if your student needs bus transportation
Henrico Schools officials will be surveying parents next week to learn how many of their students will need bus transportation in the coming school year. The school system is conducting its annual pupil transportation planning, and officials hope to learn more about which students will need transportation in the morning and afternoon. They’ll send a two-question survey to parents and […]
19-year-old identified as victim in fatal Varina crash
Traffic Alert: Strath Road is closed to through traffic while Henrico Police are investigating a two vehicle crash. This crash has claimed the life of one. Police are investigating and working to notify the next of kin. Seek alternate routes until the roadway is cleared. pic.twitter.com/3whaEDsozR — Henrico Police (@HenricoPolice) July 21, 2021 A 19-year-old female was the victim in […]
Obituary – George Joseph Lewis
George Joseph Lewis, 90, passed away on July 16, 2021. Born November 21, 1930, in Richmond, VA, George was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 61 years Ann Lee Cox Lewis and is survived by their children and spouses, Mary Ann Lewis Winchester (David), George Joseph Lewis Jr. (Janina), Cynthia Jeannette Overstreet (Keith) of Richmond, VA, Diane Lewis […]
Obituary – Norma C. Whitlock
Norma C. Whitlock, 84, of Highland Springs, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin C. Whitlock, and daughter, Donna W. Norris. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Debby W. Wilhelm (Kenny), A. C. Whitlock Jr. (Elena); grandchildren, Stephanie, Bryan, Kyle; great-grandchildren, Gavin, Seth, Jennifer; as well as a host […]
Obituary – Janet Gary Williams
Janet Gary Williams, has joined her Lord and Savior in heaven on Saturday, July 17, 2021. She was preceded in death by her mother, Lucille Horne Christiansen; and her loving husband, Linwood Leroy Gary “Sonny.” Left to cherish her memory are her current husband, T.C. Williams Jr.; her loving sons, Todd Gary (Diana) and Dwayne Gary (Lisa); her loving grandchildren, […]
Obituary – Marvin Douglas Armstrong
Marvin “Doug” Douglas Armstrong, Sr., 84, of Henrico, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers and sisters. Doug was the youngest of seven children. He retired from Philip Morris. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, listening to dogs run and visiting with his children and grandchildren. Left to cherish his […]
Obituary – Joan T. Taylor
Joan T. Taylor, 90, of Sandston, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 17, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, William L. and Helen S. Taylor; sons, William E. Taylor, David E. Taylor; grandson, Daniel R. Gary; and former husband, Walter L. “Pee Wee” Taylor Sr. Joan was a graduate of Immaculate Conception High School in NJ. […]
Reynolds Community College partners with Toyota for new facility
Reynolds Community College is now one of 38 schools in the U.S. to partner with Toyota Motor to create programming in an effort to address the automobile technician shortage crisis. College administrators and Henrico County officials broke ground July 22 on the site at Reynolds’ Parham Road Campus where an automotive facility is set to open next year. “This is […]
