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Henrico Public Works director: Main roads in 'fairly good shape,' but frozen streets of ice making it a 'slow go' in subdivisions • Buddhist monks on ‘Walk for Peace’ to arrive in Henrico in early February

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Henrico Public Works director: Main roads in 'fairly good shape,' but frozen streets of ice making it a 'slow go' in subdivisions

Henrico County Public Works staffers continued on Wednesday to clear county roads of the snow and sleet from last weekend's storm that have formed into massive sheets of ice. The process has been challenging, because ongoing bitter cold temperatures have made plows less effective against the packed ice and snow combination. Those conditions have kept many residents in county subdivisions stuck at home. Click here to read more

Buddhist monks on ‘Walk for Peace’ to arrive in Henrico in early February
A group of about 19 Buddhist monks and their dog “Aloka” are expected to pass through Henrico next week as they trek to Washington, D.C. on their “Walk for Peace.” The Texas monks began their 2,300-mile pilgrimage in Fort Worth in October and will complete their journey at
Henrico CitizenLiana Hardy, Government and Education Reporter
Jacob’s Chance to host ‘Chefs for a Cause’ fundraising event Feb. 5
Jacob’s Chance, a Richmond-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, will host “Chefs for a Cause: Because Everyone Deserves a Seat at the Table” on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery in Richmond. The fundraiser will pair five
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Henrico Board of Supervisors affirms state of emergency, approves new housing in Tuckahoe
Henrico County officials affirmed a state of local emergency through a unanimous board of supervisors vote on Tuesday, and officials warned residents to stay cautious as more bad weather is forecasted this weekend. County Manager John Vithoulkas declared a state of local emergency on Jan. 23 after a winter storm
Henrico CitizenLiana Hardy, Government and Education Reporter
LeVere Bolling receives Virginia Professional Fire Fighters Legislator of the Year award
The Virginia Professional Fire Fighters recently named Henrico Delegate Destiny LeVere Bolling (D-80th) its Legislator of the Year for 2025. The annual award wass presented at the VPFF legislative conference in Richmond and is a recognition of Bolling’s efforts during last year’s General Assembly session. “Since taking office in 2023,
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Virginia court strikes down redistricting amendment headed for April ballot
Tazewell County judge rules General Assembly violated constitutional requirements and its own rules in advancing mid-decade redistricting proposal
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
In newly Democratic Virginia, immigration enforcement becomes early test for Spanberger
The governor moves to curb state cooperation with ICE as advocates warn existing agreements remain and Republicans argue the change risks public safety
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
Henrico Fur Finder: Jan. 28, 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
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Henrico Property Transactions: Jan. 14-20, 2026
5100 Monument Avenue, Unit 1007, Brookland District - $185,000, 740 SF (built in 1961), from Howard B. Fidler to Harvey Bilisoly. 101 Taraby Drive, Varina District - $215,660, 1,260 SF (built in 1994), from Gwendolyn Gayle Anderson to Truist Bank. 3910 Genacre Lane, Fairfield District - $255,
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports

Sportable's Virginia Adaptive Sports Festival planned Jan. 31 at Henrico Sports and Events Center

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