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Henrico U.S. Post Office workers, retirees join nationwide rally for funding, protections for vote-by-mail • Henrico supervisors approve new Short Pump townhomes despite continued resistance from some local residents

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Henrico U.S. Post Office workers, retirees join nationwide rally for funding, protections for vote-by-mail

U.S. Postal workers lined the street in front of the Richmond Main Post Office at 1801 Brook Road the morning of July 28 to protest funding cuts to the U.S. Postal Service, holding signs that said ‘Protect Our Public Post Office’ and chanting “The mail is not for sale!” Click here to read more

Henrico supervisors approve new Short Pump townhomes despite continued resistance from some local residents
The Henrico Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a rezoning case July 28 that will allow 74 new condos to be built in Short Pump, although nearby residents say they still have concerns about overcrowding in the area. The 10-acre development, located right across the street from the Pouncey Tract
Henrico CitizenLiana Hardy, Government and Education Reporter
Virginia votes Tuesday: Everything you need to know about the 2026 primary elections
More than 30 candidates are competing in a statewide Republican U.S. Senate primary and congressional races across seven of Virginia’s 11 districts.
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
Glen Allen student awarded $20,000 national scholarship for service to veterans
A Glen Allen student has been recognized among the nation’s top youth volunteers for service to veterans, earning a $20,000 scholarship from Disabled American Veterans. Faribah Nuha of Glen Allen was awarded the organization’s $20,000 scholarship as one of 15 recipients selected nationwide through the 2026
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Portion of Henrico’s Meadow Road to be closed through Aug. 7 for utility work
Meadow Road in Eastern Henrico will be closed between Chartwood and Taylor roads through Friday, Aug. 7, for work to connect water lines to a subdivision under construction. The closures went into effect Aug. 3. A detour is in place to redirect traffic around the work zone using Hanover Road,
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
National Night Out returns Aug. 4 with dozens of neighborhood events planned throughout Henrico
Henrico residents are invited to step outside, meet their neighbors and connect with local law enforcement Tuesday evening as National Night Out returns with dozens of community gatherings planned throughout the county. The 43rd annual National Night Out will be held Tuesday, Aug. 4, as neighborhoods in Henrico join more
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Henrico Extension opens registration for three 4-H programs
The Henrico County office of Virginia Cooperative Extension is offering three 4-H programs to youngsters and their families that focus on nurturing community ties and respect for nature through first aid, environmental stewardship and caring for baby chickens. The programs are backed with research-based information from Virginia Tech
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Business in brief: Aug. 3, 2026
Wizard Bins & Auctions, a discount bin-store chain, is planning to open early this fall at 6031 Nine Mile Road in the Newbridge Square Shopping Center, Richmond BizSense recently reported. The company sells overstocked items and online returns sourced from retailers like Walmart, Target and Amazon. Items are restocked weekly
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports

Blue Bee Cider to host 'Tasting Thursday' Aug. 6

ALSO MAKING NEWS

• Preschool franchise to open in former Awful Arthur’s restaurant space in western Henrico (Richmond BizSense)
• A Strong Standing: These area farm stands provide fresh, locally grown produce and more (Style Weekly)
• American Red Cross seeks donations during blood supply crisis (Axios Richmond)

TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• Henrico to place speed cameras at certain schools by 2027
• How Henrico watches for floods during a historic drought
• Henrico supervisors approve new Comprehensive Plan without Lakeside redesign
• Henrico transfers The Crossings Golf Club to McConnell Golf
• Lewis Ginter workers hold one-day unfair labor practice strike, after registering negotiation issues with National Labor Relations Board

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