The James River Association is currently seeking student and teacher applications for James River Leadership Expeditions, a year-long program for high-schoolers interested in advocating for the James River. The JRLE program is segmented into four sessions running from July 2023 through May 2024, and it provides students with the opportunity to enjoy river-based education, build new friendships, develop leadership skills, […]
Healthgrades names Henrico Doctors’ Hospital among nation’s best
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital was one of three HCA Virginia Health System hospitals named recently among America’s Best Hospitals for 2023, according to new research released by Healthgrades. The awards recognize clinical excellence in a nationwide survey and put HDH in the top five percent of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical performance (for hospitals ranked among the top 250), and in […]
GRTC names Adams its new CEO
Following a national search, the Greater Richmond Transit Company’s Board of Directors found its new CEO within the organization’s own ranks. The board chose 24-year GRTC employee Sheryl Adams – who had been its acting CEO – for the position following a four-month search. At GRTC, Adams has led a number of departments, including operations, safety, and training. “We trust […]
Restaurant Watch
DEC. 29 Mr. Wong II Chinese Restaurant, 8715 Shrader Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: observed food prep employee chewing gum; prep unit and single cutting boards are heavily scratched and stained; observed mildew and food debris buildup on wire racks in walk-in cooler and on food storage crates. Caffespresso, 1127 Gaskins Road – The […]
Foster youth in Virginia colleges have nowhere to go during breaks. A bill wants to fix that.
Virginia lawmakers are considering a solution for college and university students who came out of foster care and may not have a place to return during breaks. Del. Anne Tata, R-Virginia Beach, is proposing House Bill 1403 to require higher education institutions in Virginia to provide housing access at no cost to foster students during holiday, spring and summer breaks. […]
Winter season of HCPS’ Bridge Builders Academy series begins Jan. 19
The winter season of Henrico County Public Schools’ Bridge Builders Academy workshop series will begin Jan. 19 and continue through March 21, with eight virtual and in-person events. The series explores topics of interest to Henrico families and is open to all county residents, regardless of whether they have students enrolled in the school division. The Jan. 19 virtual session […]
Gametime Henrico: Jan. 9-15, 2023
Deep Run High School The Wildcats’ wrestling squad had an impressive showing at the Tommy Legge Memorial Tournament, placing fourth overall as a team and crowning three individual champions. David Simon won in the 126-pound weight class, Cameron McKay won the 144-pound weight class, and Asadbek Komiljon won the 175-pound weight class. Seniors Ajay Pai (106) and Nicholas Gagliardi (HWT) […]
Nominations being accepted for REB Awards for Teaching Excellence
Nominations now are being accepted for this year’s REB Awards for Teaching Excellence, a program of the Community Foundation that is designed to honor outstanding teachers from the Richmond region. Nominations are due Feb. 21 at 5 p.m. The annual awards provide a tangible, public way to recognize outstanding instructors from Henrico and other local communities while also giving them […]
Inaugural Henrico Baseball Classic planned for May
Henrico County and Premier Sporting Events of Virginia have created a new regional baseball tournament to be held in the county during Memorial Day weekend. The inaugural Henrico Baseball Classic – the first “homegrown” event of the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority – will showcase dozens of youth travel and recreation league teams in tournament play May 26 through 29 […]
Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services earns top accreditation for 8th time
Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services has earned an additional three-year accreditation — the highest-possible endorsement — from CARF International, following a comprehensive review of its programs and services. It is HAMHDS’ eighth consecutive three-year accreditation from CARF, which confirms conformance to more than 2,100 professional standards and a commitment to delivering programs and services that are measurable, accountable […]
