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 […]
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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...
News from the Near West End and Far West End, including Glen Allen, Short Pump, Willow Lawn, Libbie Mill, Tuckahoe, Three Chopt and the River Road corridor.
‘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 […]
Tech for Troops celebrates 10 years
A nonprofit organization that provides veterans with training in technology recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. Tech For Troops, empowers veterans to use technology to improve their lives. The organization helps veterans learn how to use refurbished laptops to create resumes, apply for jobs and conduct their medical appointments through telehealth visits as needed. Tech for Troops celebrated with a party […]
Developer plans 279 luxury apartments on Glen Allen site
A developer has acquired 3.3 acres of land in Glen Allen on which it will develop a luxury five-story apartment community with 279 units. The land at 10551 Telegraph Road was purchased by Bristol Development Group from Mohawk Investment Partners. The five-story apartment community will be Bristol’s seventh project in the Richmond market, according to Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer, […]
Glover Park’s second phase underway; completion expected by fall 2025
Dog park, 5k trail, playgrounds planned; Prep Baseball Report to build 4-field baseball complex at siteToday, it’s a mixture of mangled tree stumps and branches, underbrush and assorted other plant life. But by next fall, this undeveloped 73-acre site at Glover Park in Glen Allen will be home to two full-size turf baseball fields, a 1.75-acre turf dog park, a 5k trail, two playgrounds, two new turf multipurpose fields, a restroom complex, shade shelters and […]
Despite concerns from Henrico officials and residents, Goochland Planning Commission advances Luck Stone proposal
Despite requests to the contrary from Henrico officials and residents, the Goochland County Planning Commission Thursday night considered – and then unanimously recommended for approval – plans from Luck Stone Corporation to expand operations at its Rockville quarry on the Henrico-Goochland line. The case next will be heard Sept. 3 by the Goochland Board of Supervisors, which holds final decision-making […]
Henrico leaders concerned about planned expansion of Goochland quarry
County officials ask Goochland planners to defer from Thursday's meeting consideration of Luck Stone's requestCiting confusion about potential impacts to Henrico citizens, Henrico County officials are urging the Goochland Planning Commission to defer a request on Thursday night’s agenda from Luck Stone Corporation, which is seeking to expand operations at its 70-acre Rockville quarry just west of the Henrico-Goochland border near Pouncey Tract Road and Kain Road. The proposal seeks a conditional use permit […]
Henrico Doctors’ Hospital named to ‘Best Hospitals’ list
Seven HCA Virginia hospitals – including Henrico Doctors’ Hospital were named to U.S. News and World Report’s “2024-2025 Best Hospitals” list. The hospitals were recognized for their excellence in providing care for patients with 15 different specialties and 20 procedures and conditions, ratings based upon a number of factors, including clinical outcomes, level of nursing care, and patient experience. Locally, […]
Travel+Leisure just named this Henrico locale a top-10 US suburb
Travel+Leisure on Tuesday issued its list of the “10 Best U.S. Suburbs” to live in for affordable housing, top-rated schools and excellent job opportunities, and one Henrico locale made the list. Short Pump was named the ninth-best suburb in the nation and was the only Virginia locality on the list. “Short Pump draws both young professionals and families thanks to […]
2 players with Henrico connections selected in Major League Baseball Draft
Two players with Henrico ties were selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft this week. The Baltimore Orioles made Griff O’Ferrall – the starting shortstop for the University of Virginia and a former Glen Allen Youth Athletic Association player who graduated from St. Christopher’s School – the 38th player selected in the draft when they took him in the […]
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