An 11-year-old Henrico boy faces 43 charges related to a series of bomb threats made against several schools in Flagler County, Florida during a nine-day period in late May. Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly made the announcement during a press conference July 25. The child was taken into custody July 18 at his family’s home in Henrico following a 10-week […]
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Intermission Beer Co. to host author meet-and-greet Aug. 18
Intermission Beer Company will host a special event on Sunday, Aug. 18, that will include meet and greet author Jackie McCool and her new coffee table book, Beer Dogs Virginia....
Obituary – Ida Laverne Winn Taylor
TAYLOR, Ida Laverne Winn went to be with the Lord on July 17, 2024, at the age of 79. She preceded in death by her parents Edward Lewis Winn and...
Obituary – Dorothy Lee Chestnutt Downey
Dorothy Lee Chestnutt Downey, 95, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 20, 2024, peacefully, at her home in Richmond, VA. Dorothy was preceded in...
Obituary – Doraliza Matilde Salazar
Doraliza Matilde Salazar 91, de Henrico, Virginia, partió al encuentro del Señor el 21 de Julio del 2024, rodeada del amor de su familia. Su camino fue precedido por quien...
Obituary – John A. Smolinski
It is with great sadness and broken hearts to announce the unexpected passing of John A. Smolinski at 72 years old. John left this earth comforted by his sisters and...
Obituary – Mark Stephen Wood
Mark Stephen Wood, "Pampa", 67, of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother, Evelyn Barger (Crawford) Wood;...
Virginia, 29 other states reach settlement with Cameo
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares this week announced a 30-state settlement with the company that operates popular video communication platform Cameo, resolving allegations that the company did not provide appropriate...
11-year-old Henrico boy faces 43 charges related to 21 bomb threats made against Florida schools
An 11-year-old Henrico boy faces 43 charges related to a series of bomb threats made against several schools in Flagler County, Florida during a nine-day period in late May. Flagler...
Henrico Crime Report: July 19-25, 2024
7200 block of Vernon Road, Brookland District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at a single-family home July 19 at 9:33 a.m. 3400 block of Kilburn...
Weekend Top 5
Amaryllis Studios will present “Chess, The Musical: A Staged Concert” at 7:30 p.m. July 26-27 at J.R. Tucker High School, 2910 North Parham Road. Though this Cold War-era musical has...
Henrico News Minute – July 26, 2024
U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan introduces new STEM-related legislation; your chance to vote in the first-annual BLK RVA Community Awards; Henrico Police are seeking a silver Nissan in connection with a...
McClellan co-sponsors higher education STEM act
U.S. Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (D-4th District-VA) and Congressman Paul Tonko (D-NY) have joined to introduce the Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act, a bill that would provide resources for...
It’s tick season: here’s how to prepare
Summer is prime time for ticks, and the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts want to make sure people are aware of the risks of tick bites and how to guard...
Finalists announced for inaugural BLK RVA Community Awards
The Richmond Region Tourism Foundation has announced the finalists of its first-ever BLK RVA Community Awards, designed to honor businesses and individuals who assist in supporting Black tourism in the...
Virginia’s DNC delegation votes to back Harris at convention
Nearly all of Virginia’s 119 delegates to next month’s Democratic National Convention have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to lead the party’s presidential ticket in November, after President Joe Biden...
Henrico Police believe a Nissan car may have been involved with fatal hit-and-run
The Henrico County Police Division has released information about two potential vehicles that could be connected to a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred earlier this month in Eastern Henrico. Evidence...
Restaurant Watch
JULY 2 Little Caesars, 7332 Staples Mill Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: dried food debris found on can opener; temperature of multiple containers of...
In the Garden: How extreme summer temperatures negatively impact your vegetable garden
Another summer of above-normal summer temperatures in much of the country may be taking its toll on your vegetable gardens. Temperature extremes can interfere with flowering and fruit set, resulting...
Henrico News Minute – July 25, 2024
After a lengthy delay, the second phase of construction at Glover Park is underway; developer planning 279 luxury apartments in Glen Allen; Henrico CASA seeking volunteers; 'Shoot Like a Girl'...
Thalhimer donates to Sportable
Adaptive sports club Sportable was the beneficiary of $6,490 in donations from Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer associates during the second quarter of 2024. The funds were donated by Thalhimer...
Virginia home sales down slightly in June, but listings up 25%
The Virginia Home Sales Report, published recently by Virginia Realtors, found that home sales in the state declined slightly in June compared to the same month last year. According to...
Warner co-sponsors legislation to provide more performing artists with tax-deduction opportunities
U.S. Senators Mark Warner (D-VA) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) have introduced legislation that would allow many more working artists to deduct from their taxable income the cost of expenses incurred...
Riverine Master Naturalist Chapter seeking 2025 candidates
The Riverine Master Naturalist Chapter will open applications this fall for candidates for its 2025 basic training class, which will run from early January through mid-April next year The Riverine...
Warner, Kaine urge stricter safety standards for beach umbrellas
Concerns that some beach umbrellas can be unsecured and prone to flying, causing serious injury or death, prompted Virginia's senators to push for safer design standards for those umbrellas. Democratic...
It’s tick season: here’s how to prepare
Summer is prime time for ticks, and the Richmond and Henrico Health Districts want to make sure people are aware of the risks of tick bites and how to guard against them. “Tick bites can lead to a number of potentially serious illnesses,” said Richmond and Henrico Deputy Director Melissa Viray. “It’s important to take a few key steps to […]
Finalists announced for inaugural BLK RVA Community Awards
Voting open through Aug. 4The Richmond Region Tourism Foundation has announced the finalists of its first-ever BLK RVA Community Awards, designed to honor businesses and individuals who assist in supporting Black tourism in the Richmond region. The awards are being sponsored by Wells Fargo, and the public can vote through Aug. 4 to determine the winners. Nominees for the Rising Community Impact Award sponsored […]
Henrico Police believe a Nissan car may have been involved with fatal hit-and-run
The Henrico County Police Division has released information about two potential vehicles that could be connected to a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred earlier this month in Eastern Henrico. Evidence collected from the 5700 block of Nine Mile Road after the crash July 5 indicated that the vehicle involved could be either a 2012-14 silver Nissan Sentra or a 2009-2018 […]
Thalhimer donates to Sportable
Adaptive sports club Sportable was the beneficiary of $6,490 in donations from Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer associates during the second quarter of 2024. The funds were donated by Thalhimer employees through the companywide Thalhimer Gives initiative, which supports community involvement and charitable giving. “Sportable is incredibly grateful to Thalhimer for their support and partnership,” said Sportable CEO Hunter Leemon. […]
Virginia home sales down slightly in June, but listings up 25%
The Virginia Home Sales Report, published recently by Virginia Realtors, found that home sales in the state declined slightly in June compared to the same month last year. According to the report, 10,018 homes were sold statewide this June, 974 fewer than were sold in June 2023. But, the report also indicated that overall sales activity across Virginia in 2024 […]
Riverine Master Naturalist Chapter seeking 2025 candidates
The Riverine Master Naturalist Chapter will open applications this fall for candidates for its 2025 basic training class, which will run from early January through mid-April next year The Riverine chapter, one of 30 chapters in Virginia, describes itself as a “home to an enthusiastic contingent of those from the greater Richmond metro area.” The chapter’s master naturalists choose which […]
Henrico CASA seeks new volunteers
Henrico CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is planning its second-annual advocate recruitment drive to engage with more volunteers. The organization’s volunteers help advocate for abused and neglected children in the courtroom, child welfare system, and beyond. “For these children, a backpack filled with school supplies simply isn’t enough. They need someone in their corner, someone who will listen, understand, and […]
Richmond MakerFest returns to Deep Run HS Nov. 2
The Richmond MakerFest will return to Deep Run High School Nov. 2, bringing with it a huge display of local makers, hobbyists and entrepreneurs showing off their skills in a variety of disciplines. Presented by Blue Cheese Robotics (Deep Run’s robotics team) and Build, The Build Forward Foundation, the free event will feature 50 local makers showcasing their skills in […]
‘Shoot Like a Girl’ mobile range coming to Short Pump July 27-28
“Shoot Like A Girl” is bringing its interactive, mobile shooting range to Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s in Short Pump July 27-28 as part of its 2024 Elevate Tour to help introduce women and their families to the world of shooting sports in a safe and comfortable environment. A range of activities and opportunities will be offered at the Shoot […]
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