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Funding for GRTC Pulse expansion into Henrico authorized, as officials await state budget clarity • Glen Allen family loses belongings, 2 dogs in fire

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Funding for GRTC Pulse expansion into Henrico authorized, as officials await state budget clarity

The Greater Richmond Transit Company is steps closer to executing and gathering funds for the Pulse Rapid Transit Western Extension Project that will extend the express bus line farther into Henrico County. Click here to read more

Glen Allen family loses belongings, 2 dogs in fire
A Glen Allen family escaped injury but lost all of its belongings and its two dogs in a house fire April 22. The fire, determined to be accidental in nature, began at about 8 p.m. at the Fultz family’s home on Pine Lodge Court in Glen Allen. Units from
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Henrico-centric robotics team earns fourth straight trip to world championship
A group of Henrico-area high school students is once again headed to the global stage after qualifying for the 2026 VEX Robotics World Championship. Team 50878X, known as the Geometric Mangos, earned a spot in the national competition (scheduled April 21 to 24 in St. Louis, Missouri) by virtue of
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Eaton donates $10,000 to High Tech Academy at Henrico ACE Center
A brief testing delay turned into a celebration for Henrico Schools students and teachers in the High Tech Academy program April 17, as they were surprised with a $10,000 donation to the program courtesy of Eaton at the ACE Center at Highland Springs. Several Eaton representatives were joined by
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New Sheetz opens on Staples Mill Road in Henrico
Sheetz celebrated the opening of its newest Henrico store April 16 with a ribbon-cutting, giveaways, and donations of $2,500 each to two nonprofits. Representatives from Feed More and Special Olympics of Virginia joined Emily Sheetz of the founding family as they accepted the donations, and a SOVA athlete spoke
Henrico CitizenPatty Kruszewski, Citizen Managing Editor
Henrico rescinds burn ban
Henrico County’s burn ban has been lifted. The Fire Marshal for the Henrico County Division of Fire announced the lift of the temporary burn ban April 22, effective immediately. Agricultural burns, the burning of yard waste and recreational fires may resume but are only permitted between 4 p.m. and
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Henrico’s Top Teachers nomination form
In May, the Henrico Citizen will publish its 14th Henrico’s Top Teachers section, profiling 20 of the top teachers in Henrico County, from the preschool through high school levels. (Read the 2025 section here.) The nomination period is now open, and we want to hear from you! We encourage you
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Weekend Top 5
RavenCon, a science fiction/fantasy/horror convention, will take place April 24-26 at the Virginia Crossings Hotel & Conference Center, 1000 Virginia Center Parkway in Glen Allen. First held in 2006, RavenCon provides a dynamic forum where fans and professionals can share with others their interests in literature, art, gaming, podcasting,
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor
Restaurant Watch
MARCH 27 The Original Ronnie’s BBQ, 2097 New Market Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: chemical spray bottles are unlabeled; walk-in racks are rusty; there is a torn gasket on walk-in and small freezer; observed ice buildup in white freezer; walk-in is leaking a lot
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In the Garden: Tips for spring lawn renewal
Spring is a time of renewal in our landscapes, but a weather-worn lawn may need your help to regain its health and beauty. Overseeding thin and sparse lawns can help jump start your way to an attractive lawn that’s better able to outcompete the weeds. Keep in mind water
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Highway Heroes Touch-A-Truck planned April 25 at Richmond Raceway

Virginia Randolph Museum in Glen Allen to host Arbor Day celebration and plant sale April 25

Heartfulness Meditation Center to offer free workshops on nutrition and lifestyle habits April 25, stress and mental clarity April 26

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• 'Leave a trinket' boxes are popping up everywhere (Axios Richmond)

HENRICO CITIZEN PODCAST
Henrico News Minute – April 23, 2026
Analyzing how Henrico voted in the redistricting special election; a new statewide bus route launched this week; “Mountainfilm on Tour” visits the Henrico Theatre tonight at 6; 21 animals are awaiting adoption at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter.
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TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• Redistricting results illustrate slight shift in Henrico vote from November to April
• Bridge, sewer and pedestrian projects ramp up this spring across Henrico
• Sold-out Richmond Ren Faire brings 'fantasy and freedom' to Dorey Park
• After a month of contention, Henrico School Board passes budget with little fanfare
• Henrico County runners to represent, keep pace in the Monument Avenue 10K

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