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 the same hospital just 10 months earlier. The CuddleCot is a specialized cooling bassinet designed to regulate a baby’s body temperature after death, helping to preserve the baby’s appearance and […]
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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 –...
Weekend Top 5
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,...
Savvy Senior: What to do about Medicare and Social Security when you move
Dear Savvy Senior, Next month I am moving to a different state so I can be near my daughter and grandkids. Do I need to notify Social Security and Medicare...
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 event Friday in Henrico; a small business spotlight on WayGone Brewery.
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 beers but to create memories. Richard and Nicole Myers and Tim and Nancy Powell, the brains behind WayGone Brewery, have transformed a backyard passion project into a thriving community staple, […]
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, with $11 million allocated to Title I programs. Federal funds for Henrico Schools’ Title I programs, which are designed to improve the academic achievement of disadvantaged students, would support instructional […]
Henrico News Minute – May 7, 2024
Charges essentially dropped against five Henrico Sheriff’s deputies in the Irvo Otieno case; Virginia ranks 10th on a sports tourism economic impact list; Virginia part of a multi-state settlement with an opioid manufacturer; six Henrico County high school seniors honored; VDOT seeks input on West Creek study.
Henrico Police investigating shooting that killed 1, injured 3
Henrico Police are investigating a shooting that killed one man and left three others hospitalized. The incident took place May 2 just before 11:30 p.m. in the 3800 block of Delmont Street near Richmond Raceway. Officers responded to the scene and found the two men suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Both were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, where […]
Citizen’s Hardy wins 2 Virginia Press Association awards for writing
Henrico Citizen education reporter and Report for America corps member Liana Hardy earned two second-place awards for education writing in the 2023 Virginia Press Association News and Advertising Contest. Awards were presented during the VPA’s annual conference May 4 in Charlottesville. Hardy earned second place in the Education Writing competition for online-only publications and second place in the Education Writing […]
Number of incarcerated pregnant women increases amid opioid epidemic
Karlee Clements was six months pregnant, “full on into addiction” and begging to go to jail because she was afraid she would kill her child. Soon after, she was incarcerated at Riverside Regional Jail for a violation. Because of her baby’s low heart rate, she was sent to Chippenham Hospital, where she spent the remainder of her pregnancy. Zip-tied to […]
Henrico News Minute – May 6, 2024
Funding for more elementary school staff positions included in updated Henrico Schools budget; Citizen Report for America education reporter Liana Hardy honored by the Virginia Press Association; music instrument retailer Sam Ash is closing all its stores, including the one in Henrico; Glen Allen helps crown CIAA softball champion; a Henrico Olympian returns to her hometown to host an event; […]
Final Henrico Schools budget adds more elementary staff and teacher planning time
Pay raise for school staff and extra bonuses for teachers and bus drivers remain unchangedThe Henrico School Board approved an $881 million budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 on April 18, including a $29 million addition from the Henrico Board of Supervisors. The budget addition will add 73 new elementary staff positions and extend planning time for elementary teachers. The addition will also add 10 new pre-kindergarten teachers to provide art, music, and PE classes […]
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