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Henrico eighth-grader wins regional spelling bee in first appearance, advances to national competition
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Henrico receives higher teacher raises but no further school funding in state budget
Virginia’s General Assembly approved a two-year budget after months of negotiations, passing a 4% raise for teachers that will apply to Henrico Schools teachers. Compared to the 2026-2027 budget passed by the county in April, the state’s approved budget will provide about $4.9 million more
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Virginia legislators advance $205 billion budget including new tax on data centers
On Monday, Virginia legislators approved a two-year, $205 billion budget proposal to fund healthcare and public education, provide 4% teacher raises and a 3.5% pay bump to state employees, establish a retail weed marketplace and hedge against decreased federal dollars. The spending plan also includes a provision to
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Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax
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Varina High School football players announce college commitments together
Three key contributors to the Varina High School football state championship team announced their verbal commitments together. Quarterback Kaleb Wyche, the reigning Class 4 State Player of the Year, committed to East Tennessee State. Defensive back Sair Rex, a first-team All-State selection, will play at the University of
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