Salty Paws RVA isn’t just a franchise – it’s a haven where dogs and their owners come together to create unforgettable memories. With a mission to spread love, laughter, and the occasional lick of doggy ice cream, Salty Paws RVA has quickly become a fixture in the hearts of pet lovers throughout Henrico County. Operator Juliette Seymour, a former special […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight
Going out with a final roar
After decades of service, the Richmond West Breakfast Lions Club is folding this year because of dwindling membership. As a local affiliate of Lions Clubs International, which was founded in...
Former Three Chopt supervisor named to 2 state boards
Former Three Chopt District Supervisor Tommy Branin has been appointed to two state boards by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Branin, who served two terms on the Henrico Board of Supervisors...
Henrico officials seek input about traffic safety improvements
The Arrive Alive Henrico Team is hosting a public meeting on June 3 to hear community input on ways to improve traffic safety and reduce road fatalities and serious injuries....
Virginia State Police to target violations on I-95 May 16-17
The Virginia State Police is launching its Operation DISSrupt initiative this month, targeting four causes of fatal and serious injury crashes along the I-95 corridor. The May 16-17 campaign will...
Food Lion To Go service expanding into Henrico County
The Food Lion To Go service is expanding to Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia, allowing customers in parts of all three states – including in Henrico County – to receive...
Henrico NAACP to screen ‘The Right to Read’ May 21
The Henrico Branch NAACP is hosting a May 21 screening of the film The Right to Read, an effort to raise awareness about the literacy crisis in the United States....
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Salty Paws RVA
Salty Paws RVA isn't just a franchise – it's a haven where dogs and their owners come together to create unforgettable memories. With a mission to spread love, laughter, and...
Henrico Police seek suspect who shot 2 dogs in Highland Springs
Henrico Police released surveillance video and asked for help finding a man believed to be involved in a violent incident outside a Henrico home. “On Sunday, May 5, 2024, at...
Virginia lawmakers pass bipartisan budget that leaves tax policy unchanged
After months of partisan combat over different priorities, Virginia lawmakers approved a bipartisan budget deal Monday with no major tax changes, funding boosts for education and mental health and salary...
Milestones: May 14, 2024
Lindsey Moon of Henrico was among 45 University of Alabama students recently honored for research presentations at this year’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Conference. The event, which has grown...
Hungary, Mill road closures planned several days this week
Several days of railroad repairs will cause the closure of Hungary and Mill roads at their respective railroad crossings most of this week, according to Henrico officials. The Hungary Road...
Savvy Senior: How to find affordable internet services
Dear Savvy Senior, I was recently notified that the Affordable Connectivity Program, which subsidizes my monthly internet bill, is about to end. What are my options for finding affordable home...
Henrico News Minute – May 14, 2024
Henrico's board of supervisors to consider Sandston data center case tonight; Henrico's effort to expand broadband countywide earns federal funding; Henrico Schools to participate in summer meals program; registration opens...
VDEM urges preparedness for hurricanes, other severe weather
As the official start of the hurricane season June 1 nears, Virginia residents are being urged to get ready now by having a plan in advance for responding to severe...
24 Henrico sites to participate in Summer Food Service Program
Henrico County Public Schools will take part in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Summer Food Service Program, providing free meals at 24 locations to children who need them most during...
Henrico Fire seeking applicants for January firefighter recruit school
Henrico County Fire is currently accepting applications for its January 2025 firefighter recruit school and is offering a starting salary of nearly $62,000. The application period is open now through...
Registration opens May 20 for Henrico Recreation and Parks summer programs
The Henrico County Division of Recreation and Parks has released its summer program guide for 2024. The registration period for the summer programs will begin on May 20 for county...
Richmond Community ToolBank to host ‘Hammers & Ales’ fundraiser June 8
The Richmond Community ToolBank will host its annual Hammers & Ales fundraising event at Dorey Park Saturday, June 8. The event is a collaboration between the RCT and Dorey Park...
Henrico supervisors scheduled to decide on Sandston data center proposal, Gateway II Apartments expansion
The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will hold its next meeting Tuesday, May 14. The first of two sessions (a work session) will take place at 4 p.m. in the...
Broadband extension project in Eastern Henrico earns $725k in federal funding
Henrico County’s effort to ensure broadband access for all county residents and businesses is getting a boost from the federal government. During a press conference Monday at the Varina Area...
Henrico News Minute – May 13, 2024
Henrico School Board members respond to calls for collective bargaining; a Henrico couple makes a bittersweet donation to Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital; police use pepper spray to break up...
Henrico School Board responds to calls for collective bargaining
The Henrico School Board made its first official statement on the issue of collective bargaining, responding to many Henrico Schools staff who have publicly advocated for contract negotiations since this...
Virginia health officials launch ‘surveillance system’ for kids sickened by cannabis
Virginia officials are instructing health care providers to start keeping track of “adverse events” involving children and teens being exposed to cannabis products. In an April 24 letter to clinicians,...
Henrico family channels grief into donation for Bon Secours St. Mary’s
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital dedicated a new Flexmort CuddleCot System into service, thanks to a donation from a local family who experienced the stillbirth of their second child at...
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 beers but to create memories. Richard and Nicole Myers and Tim and Nancy Powell, the brains behind WayGone Brewery, have transformed a backyard passion project into a thriving community staple, […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Be Unique Custom Clothing and Alterations
Be Unique Custom Clothing and Alterations is a space where creativity, craftsmanship, and clothing alteration come together to serve the community. Since 1992, this Sandston clothing alteration shop has been a space for those seeking more than just everyday clothing tailoring. Barbara Williams, the visionary and owner of Be Unique, infuses every aspect of her clothing alteration business with a […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: RVA Antiques and Home Decor
Voted one of the best antique shops in not only Metro Richmond, but in the state of Virginia, RVA Antiques and Home Decor in Lakeside is a small business that wants to redefine antique and vintage pieces. Owners Dean Lewis and Larry Hardy purchased the antique shop and helped ingrain it into the fabric of the local community, embodying the […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Laurel Gallery
Laurel Gallery is a haven for American-made artistry within Henrico County. Founded by Jeanne Bluford, this Hungary Road gallery has blossomed into a cherished sanctuary, offering a diverse array of locally crafted goods. Since the start, Laurel Gallery has served as a platform for artists and crafters from across the country, fostering a vibrant community deeply rooted in the appreciation […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Noted Xpressions
Solely owned and operated, an online candle business based in Henrico is making waves through the community. Anne Peterson is a Georgia native, but has spent most of her life in Virginia and considers it home. She also attended Averett University. At the start of the pandemic, Peterson was hospitalized with COVID. “I almost died from it. I was in […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Ummah Market
In Glen Allen, Ummah Market is more than just a neighborhood grocery store, but a culmination of culture, passion, and community for customers who come to visit. Established in 2020 by brothers Jawad and Naser Shahwali, Ummah Market transcends the conventional boundaries of a grocery store, embodying a profound commitment to providing access to fresh food while nurturing a sense […]
Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Whole Heart Space
Editor’s note: This is the first in an ongoing weekly series of articles spotlighting small businesses in Henrico County. Nominate a business for inclusion in this section by clicking here. * * * The Whole Heart Space, founded by Rachel Knight, is regarded as a welcoming space in Henrico’s West End for prenatal wellness, bringing new and experienced parents into […]
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