Henrico Schools, Henrico Social Services partner to launch new program at The Oak

High school football week in review: Highland Springs starts strong, Henrico falters

Friday came early last week for Highland Springs. Lines were long at Mercer Field as a substantial crowd gathered to watch the Hopewell Blue Devils and Highland Springs Springers kick off the 2026 football season on a Thursday night. A cool, humid afternoon hung over the field, where flags flew