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CVTA invites input about transportation projects • School Board to hold hearing about $976M budget proposal

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Central Virginia Transportation Authority invites public input about transportation projects proposed for regional funding

The Central Virginia Transportation Authority Board of Directors is expected to authorize an estimated $131.2 million for regional transportation projects – including several in Henrico County – during its Feb. 27 meeting, and local residents have a chance to weigh in on the process beginning Feb. 11. Click here to read more.

Ruptured gas line shuts down stretch of Parham Road, Henrico police say
A ruptured gas line has shut down a stretch of Parham Road, according to the Henrico County Police Division.
CBS 6 News Richmond WTVRBy: WTVR CBS 6 Web Staff
Henrico County seeks input for climate action and adaptation strategy
Henrico County officials are seeking input from community members to support development of a Climate Action and Adaptation Strategy designed to help county operations — and the broader community — reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the effects of climate change. Residents and community stakeholders can share their perspectives on local
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Henrico School Board to hold public hearing Feb. 12 about proposed $976-million budget
On Thursday at 5 p.m., members of the public can give input directly to the Henrico School Board on the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 school year. The $976-million recommended budget would add more than 100 new staff positions, including 50 more English Learner teachers, 27 more exceptional education
Henrico CitizenLiana Hardy, Government and Education Reporter
Henrico to host Feb. 12 meeting about Lakeside Avenue, Brook Road enhancement projects
Henrico County officials will host a public information meeting from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12 in Belmont Recreation Center’s Grand Ballroom to provide information about two enhancement projects being planned along Brook Road and Lakeside Avenue. The Brook Road Improvements project aims to
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Henrico Black History Month Spotlight – Eddie Mary Wilson Cargill
In honor of February as Black History Month, the Henrico Citizen will spotlight (on each weekday during the month) an important current or former Black resident of Henrico whose life has helped shape the county. Colonel Eddie Mary Wilson Cargill, a decorated Army nurse and lifelong community volunteer whose service
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Henrico Black History Month Spotlight – Mary Thelma Melton Jones
In honor of February as Black History Month, the Henrico Citizen will spotlight (on each weekday during the month) an important current or former Black resident of Henrico whose life has helped shape the county. Mary Thelma Melton Jones, a pioneering educator who helped guide Henrico County Public Schools through
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Spanberger signs bills to send constitutional amendments to voters this year
Three civil rights amendments will be on November ballots while a Congressional redistricting amendment could be decided in April
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Virginia Democrats advance push for minimum wage increase
The House Appropriations Committee voted 15-7 along party lines Wednesday to approve a bill to increase the state minimum wage. HB 1, proposed by Del. Jeion A. Ward, D-Hampton, would raise the minimum wage to $13.75 an hour starting Jan. 1, 2027 and raise the minimum wage again to
Henrico CitizenAndrew Bohjalian, Capital News Service
Henrico Fur Finder: Feb. 11, 2026
Every Wednesday, the Henrico Fur Finder highlights pets looking for a forever home at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter. Hover over each animal’s picture to see their name, sex, and breed. Animals are sometimes adopted quickly; the shelter cannot guarantee any animal’s availability, and animals cannot be put on
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Henrico Property Transactions: Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2026
7 Millstone Road, Brookland District - $206,500, 1,132 SF (built in 1962), from Velina B. and Larry T. Glenn Trustees to Marie Quynhanh Mai and Christian C. Yumul. 538 Destination Way, Unit A, Varina District - $249,990, 897 SF (built in 2025), from NVR Inc. to Kymani
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SPA Trio to perform Feb. 13 at UR Modlin Center for the Arts

Seed swap planned Feb. 14 at Deep Run Recreation Center

ALSO MAKING NEWS

• Rashaad Harris is the next Henrico football coach, ready to connect with the community (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
• New Wave of Flavor: Dock your ship at Shoreline for a spectacular lunch, with dinner on the horizon (Style Weekly)

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Henrico News Minute – Feb. 11, 2026
Henrico Schools crowns a new spelling champion; meeting tomorrow night to address planned enhancements along Brook Road, Lakeside Avenue; burger wars brewing in one Northside shopping center?; Henrico seeks input on climate action and adaptation strategy; Virginia Democrats seek to raise state’s minimum wage.
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TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• Henrico saw 13% decrease in crime in 2025, fewest homicides in 60 years
• Staples Mill Amtrak station commuters and travelers adjust to new schedule as D.C. bridge construction gets underway
• Moody Middle School’s Shivkumar wins 2026 Henrico Schools Divisionwide Spelling Bee
• Henrico official: I-95's Exit 80 likely to remain open
• Henrico Black History Month Spotlight Series

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