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Some Henrico stores mistakenly charging plastic bag tax • Firefighters host 'Ignite the Fun' family safety event in Henrico

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Some Henrico stores mistakenly charging plastic bag tax

Henrico County officials are encouraging shoppers to review their store receipts closely after reports of businesses in the county incorrectly charging a local tax on plastic bags. Click here to read more

Firefighters host ‘Ignite the Fun’ family safety event in Henrico
Firefighters hosted the “Ignite the Fun” event, where families enjoyed activities while learning important fire safety tips, at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center on Saturday. The event featured games, crafts and tours of fire trucks, bringing together residents of all ages for education and entertainment. Amber Sampson-Mitchell, a firefighter and
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Police identify woman fatally struck on Glenside Drive in Henrico
A woman was hit and killed by a driver in the Near West End Dec. 30, according to Henrico Police. The crash happened at the intersection of Glenside Drive and Inglewood Street just before 6 p.m. Police have identified the woman as Barbara Ann Jones, 62, of Henrico. Police
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Here’s what Virginia is doing so far to reduce its SNAP error rate
States must reduce rates to 6% over the next year, or lose federal funding that supports the program
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Federal funding shifts cloud Virginia’s transportation plans for 2026
State and local officials warn cuts could stall bike, transit and major infrastructure projects
Henrico CitizenIan Stewart, Virginia Mercury

Annual Israeli & Jewish Film Festival planned Jan. 8-25

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