Thrive Birth to Five, a nonprofit organization that collaborates with the early childhood system in Central Virginia, is launching a series of Family Café events for parents, guardians and/or caregivers of children, ages birth to five. These Family Café events are designed to help families across the region build relationships, learn more about early childhood care and understand childcare gaps […]
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Glen Allen cook wins blue ribbon for recipe
Home cook Diane Taylor has been awarded a blue ribbon by Just A Pinch Recipes for her recipe, “Baked Chicken And Rice Dinner.” The Glen Allen resident’s combination of chicken thighs, onion soup mix, creamed soup, paprika and other ingredients won praise for its easy assembly and robust flavor. The recipe can be viewed at justapinch.com/r/ppscn.
Lakeside Halloween event set for Oct. 21
Lakeside’s third annual Halloween in the Hub will take place Oct. 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Hub parking lot, 6913-6945 Lakeside Avenue. The trunk-or-treat event is open to all ages; admission is free for children 13 and younger. Adults and children ages 14 and older will be asked to pay $5 to enter; entry will include […]
Virginia Realtors predicts 11% jump in home sales, rise in unemployment
Virginia’s largest trade association has released its 2024 Economic & Housing Market Forecast, predicting what is ahead for the commonwealth. Among the predictions made by Virginia Realtors in the report are a net job change in Virginia of 0.1 percent (approximately 3,000 jobs) in 2024 compared to 2023, and an unemployment rate expected to rise from 2023’s predicted rate of […]
Loved ones remembered at ‘Miles in Memory’
The Fourth Annual Miles in Memory, which was to take place Sept. 23 at Deep Run Park, managed to draw a crowd despite an unscheduled appearance by Tropical Storm Ophelia. The event was moved indoors to the Full Circle Grief Center, which organizes the remembrance walk/run, and participants simply postponed their miles to later dates. Other activities went on as […]
LWV, VICPP to host candidate ‘Meet and Greet’ event Oct. 1 in Henrico
The Richmond Metro League of Women Voters and the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy will host a non-partisan “Meet and Greet” event Oct. 1 at Deep Run High School with local candidates running for Virginia Senate and House of Delegates seats. The event will take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the school, 4801 Twin Hickory Road […]
TSA officers confiscate 12th gun of the year at RIC checkpoint
Transportation Security Administration officers at Richmond International Airport prevented a Richmond man from bringing his handgun onto a flight Sept. 21. The .45-caliber pistol was loaded with five bullets, including one in the chamber. The gun was caught as the man entered the security checkpoint. The X-ray unit alerted on the carry-on bag, which required a closer inspection. The firearm […]
CrossOver Healthcare to celebrate healthcare champions
CrossOver Healthcare Ministry will honor four healthcare champions from the local community at its 2023 Compassionate Care Awards Oct. 19, presented by Bon Secours. The event will be held at The Jefferson and hosted by Isaac and Susan Wornom. More than 300 guests are expected to attend to honor Bob Burton, Gigi deBlois, Mark deBlois, and Linda Pinsky, in recognition […]
From ‘construction to cyber security’ – Henrico students explore different industries at the Life Ready Expo
Families and students packed the hallways of Hermitage High School to meet with employers from 150 different companies at Henrico School’s Life Ready Career Expo on Sept. 19. HCPS’ Department of Workforce and Career Development hosted its annual career fair to help sixth- through 12th-grade students, as well as adults and younger students, explore job opportunities and learn more about […]
Celebrate dachshunds at ‘Dachtoberfest’ Sept. 30
On Sept. 30, the second annual Dachtoberfest is bringing wiener dog racing to the Richmond Raceway Complex. After a successful sold-out inaugural event in 2022, the dachshund-themed family fun event returns to a larger venue. Dachtoberfest will feature wiener dog racing, costume contests, raffles, vendors, food trucks, guest speakers, training and agility demonstrations and more. All dogs are welcome at […]
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