The Henrico Theatre Company will present “Some Enchanted Evening: The Music of Rodgers and Hammerstein” May 10-11 at 8 p.m. and May 12 at 3 p.m. at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Five performers will explore the duo’s songs in different styles, including popular hits “If I Loved You,” “In My Own Little Corner,” “The Sound of Music,” “Shall We Dance?” […]
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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 Crime Report: May 3-9, 2024
5700 block of Tivoli Circle – Police arrested and charged a citizen with strangulation at an apartment complex May 3 at 7:30 a.m. 4200 block of East Parham Road –...
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The Henrico Theatre Company will present “Some Enchanted Evening: The Music of Rodgers and Hammerstein” May 10-11 at 8 p.m. and May 12 at 3 p.m. at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen...
Obituary – Elizabeth Shearin Jordan
JORDAN, Elizabeth Shearin, 86, of Henrico, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 2, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clinley P. Sr., and Laura...
Obituary – Violet Brydon Ritchie
Violet Brydon (Vicky) Ritchie, a former insurance agency owner and a St. Mary’s Hospital volunteer for more than 30 years, died May 3, 2024 after a lengthy illness. She was...
Obituary – Patricia McDonald Rourk
On May 6, 2024 Patricia McDonald Rourk entered into eternal life. She was a loving and devoted wife to her late husband of 64 years, Lowell D Rourk. She is...
Obituary – Arthur Brown Williams
Arthur "Archie" Brown Williams, 83, of Sandston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Margaret Williams. Archie proudly served...
Obituary – Emily Mae Brown Raduns
Emily Mae Brown Raduns, 95, of Sandston, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, May 3, 2024. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband...
Henrico Police use pepper spray to break up Varina High School fight
Henrico Police used OC (pepper) spray to break up a fight Wednesday afternoon at Varina High School. "On May 8, 2024, at approximately 1:20 p.m., school resource officers at Varina...
Restaurant Watch
APRIL 15 New Dragon City, 2220 John Rolfe Parkway – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: bulk flour bins and spices and sauce bottles on cart are...
In the Garden: Gardening helps grow healthy, happy kids
Gardeners know and research is proving that gardening, even viewing a garden, as well as spending time in nature is good for the mind, body, and spirit. It improves strength...
Virginia DMV to host pop-up services event May 10 at Tuckahoe Library
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles is setting up a pop-up services event in Henrico County May 10 in cooperation with state Senator Schuyler VanValkenburg. The event will be held...
James River Association plans pontoon boat cruises on the river
The James River Association has announced a series of new guided river trips as part of its "Connect with the James" program. The trips are planned in the Metro Richmond...
2 Henrico hospitals among 40 statewide to earn ‘A’ grades on Leapfrog Group assessment
Virginia has been ranked the second-best state in the nation for patient safety in hospitals, according to the latest Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade. The Leapfrog state rankings are based...
Jenkins Foundations makes grants to 17 health-focused nonprofits
The Jenkins Foundation has announced grants to 17 local nonprofits that are working to improve the health of the Richmond region. The grants are being distributed in two parts this...
Community walk offers support after 3 shootings shock Henrico neighborhood
Some neighbors in Henrico County's Delmont Plaza community said an increased police presence was a welcome surprise Tuesday night. “It's comforting to see people here today supporting us. It is...
Henrico Fur Finder: May 8, 2024
Welcome to Henrico Fur Finder, where each week we highlight pets looking for a forever home at the Henrico Animal Shelter. Animals are sometimes adopted quickly; the shelter cannot guarantee...
Citizen publisher Lappas named to Virginia Press Association Board of Directors
Henrico Citizen owner and publisher Tom Lappas was appointed May 4 by the Virginia Press Association’s Board of Directors to serve a three-year term on the board. Lappas will become...
Henrico Property Transactions: April 10-16, 2024
7325 Oakham Court - $240,000, 1,994 SF (built in 2001), from Martha Lloyd Aheimer to Outerbridge Investments LLC. 2308 Bluestone Drive - $265,000, 1,089 SF (built in 1963), from William...
Henrico News Minute – May 8, 2024
The Henrico School Board will meet tomorrow; your chance to take a guided James River tour; a Henrico shopping center is sold for $22 million; DMV officials plan a pop-up...
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...
Henrico School Board to vote on $14 million in federal grant funding
The Henrico School Board will vote at a May 9 meeting on a proposal that would allocate about $14 million in federal grant funds to certain school programs for 2024-2025,...
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden will host its Spring Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 3-4 in parking lot B. The Garden’s plant sales are among the largest in the region with more than 40 vendors selling plants ranging from well-known favorites to rare exotics and other garden-related items. Experts will be on hand to answer gardening questions. […]
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The 17th annual RavenCon Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention will take place at Virginia Crossings in Glen Allen April 26-28. The event will feature a range of activities for fans of all ages, including autograph signings, panels, workshops, readings, and concerts. Two well-known science fiction and fantasy writers and curators will be in attendance: Ursula Vernon, also known as T. […]
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Henrico Recreation and Parks, Keep Henrico Beautiful and H.E.A.R.T. will host an Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 20 from noon to 3 p.m. at Deep Run Park. In addition to live music and food truck refreshments, activities will include kayaking with RVA Paddle Sports, creating solitary beehives, face painting, and a sensory tent experience. Learn about sustainability initiatives and […]
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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden will host The Big Bloom, a festive garden party Friday, April 12 beginning at 6 p.m., to celebrate spring. Tickets for the adults-only event are $30 for members and $40 for non-members. The event will feature a performance by DJ Illexxandra, fire performances, visual projection art, and roaming entertainers in partnership with Party Liberation Foundation. Food […]
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The Henrico Theatre, 305 East Nine Mile Road, will show three movies this weekend: “The Color Purple” (2023, PG-13) at 7 p.m. April 5, “Wonka” (2023, PG) at 3 p.m. April 6-7, and “John Wick: Chapter 4” (2023, R) at 8 p.m. April 6. Tickets and concessions are just $1, sold only at the door. For details, call (804) 652-1460 or […]
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The CSz Richmond Theater, 8906-H West Broad Street, will present “Upstaged” at 8 p.m. Friday, March 29. Travel back to the 1960s and join fading New York actress Penelope Landers, her long-suffering butler Cuthbert Cuthbertson and special guests as they improvise a sitcom based on audience suggestions. Tickets are $10. For details, visit cszrichmond.com. *** Dorey Recreation Center, 2999 Darbytown Road […]
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The Virginia Daffodil Society Show will take place at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on Saturday, March 23 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show features hundreds of prize-worthy daffodils and expert growers. Included with Garden admission. For details, visit lewisginter.org. *** “The Habitual Hiker,” Leonard M. Adkins, will present the […]
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Susan Greenbaum will perform at the Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs on Friday, March 15 at 7 p.m. After working as a corporate executive in Fortune 500 companies, Greenbaum traded her power suits for performing and committed the first sin of musicians – she quit her day job. Greenbaum is a mainstay at the Henrico Theatre and the recipient of […]
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The Craftsmen’s Spring Classic art and craft show will be held at the Richmond Raceway Complex from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 9, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 10. The show features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from more than 15 states. Items […]
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