Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin Friday declared a state of emergency in advance of potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen, which is expected to begin impacting the state later today. The storm has been difficult to forecast as it approaches areas with large populations with a number of at-risk communities. The declaration allows the pre-positioning of response assets and supplies needed to assist […]
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Impending storm cancels Sept. 23 Henrico community cleanups
The Henrico Community Cleanups scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23 in the Dickensdale and Dickens Glen areas have been canceled in advance of expected inclement weather this weekend. Residents are urged to remove any yard debris or other items placed curbside for pickup. The cleanups will be rescheduled for a later date.
Henrico voters’ guide: What you need to know about casting your ballot
Early voting is underway in Virginia, and registered voters in Henrico can cast their ballots one of several ways before Election Day (Nov. 7) Here’s what you need to know about casting your ballot in this year’s elections: How to find out if you are registered to vote Click here to find out if you are already registered to vote […]
At town hall, McClellan addresses questions of gun control, violence, environmental issues
U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) held her first in-person town hall meeting at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College on Sept. 6, an event attended by more than 70 people and that opened with a dramatic plea for gun control laws. One constituent fell into tears at the microphone as she expressed fear and exasperation over gun-related violence. “What’s been going […]
Fort Harrison to mark battle anniversary with tour, reenactments
On Sept. 30, Richmond National Battlefield Park will commemorate the September 1864 Battle of Fort Harrison with a film, exhibits, tours of the site, and battle reenactments. The free event will last from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 8621 Battlefield Park in eastern Henrico. Located just eight miles from the city, Fort Harrison was the largest fort defending […]
$1M grant to address greenhouse gas emissions in Metro Richmond
The Environmental Protection Agency recently awarded PlanRVA a $1 million Climate Pollution Reduction Grant to support efforts aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions and other air pollutants throughout the Richmond region. During the next two years, PlanRVA will use grant funds to develop a greenhouse gas reduction plan throughout the Richmond Metro Statistical Area, which represents a group of 18 jurisdictions […]
Expiring farm bill could impact already-food insecure Virginia families
Advocates worry more Virginians could experience food insecurity if Congress cannot pass an updated farm bill or emergency appropriation. Nutrition programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, often referred to as food stamps, are funded through a piece of federal legislation often called the farm bill – which covers focus areas from crops and livestock to rural development and access […]
McClellan launches ‘Veteran of the Year’ program
Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) has announced the launch of her inaugural Veteran of the Year Program. The program is an opportunity to honor veterans living in Virginia’s Fourth Congressional District for their service and sacrifice to our nation. Eligible nominees must be honorably discharged veterans of any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and must currently reside in Virginia’s Fourth. Nominations […]
Dominion Energy proposes ‘pioneering’ battery storage technologies in Eastern Henrico
In a filing Monday with the Virginia State Corporation Commission, Dominion Energy Virginia proposed what company officials are calling a groundbreaking battery storage pilot project that they believe could significantly increase the length of time batteries can discharge electricity to the grid. The Darbytown Storage Pilot Project will test two new technologies as potential alternatives to traditional lithium-ion batteries, both […]
Henrico County to begin Fall Line Trail construction in October
The regional Fall Line Trail is set to officially break ground in Henrico County next month. The 43-mile-long trail will span from Petersburg to Ashland and serves as a counterpart to the Capital Trail. Regional planners see it as a “spine trail” that can connect towns, schools, businesses, public transit stations, and other trail networks throughout Central Virginia. “It’s basically […]
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