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Henrico’s plan to transform Lakeside into the county’s lively, walkable corridor • Henrico Police seek missing 64-year-old man

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Henrico’s plan to transform Lakeside into the county’s lively, walkable corridor

The Henrico Planning Department has released its finalized draft for a Lakeside “reimagined” – a corridor with apartments atop of small businesses, trees adorning wider sidewalks, public plazas and parks, and less car traffic. Click here to read more

Henrico Police seek missing 64-year-old man
Henrico Police officials are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing endangered adult. On July 18 at about 4 p.m., police responded to the 5100 block of Argus Lane for a missing persons report. Once on scene, officers spoke with a family member who said that 64-
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Henrico’s Splash Smart water safety event offered CPR, drowning prevention education
Drownings happen fast — and Henrico wants its residents to be ready. Dozens gathered Saturday for the free Splash Smart Henrico! water safety event, learning CPR, life jacket safety, and how to set ground rules that could save a life at the pool or on the water. Henrico Fire Chief Douglas
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ER visits by uninsured patients in Virginia hospitals spiked by 8% last year
That number is expected to grow as current and looming federal healthcare changes lead Virginians to drop or lose their insurance.
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Milestones: July 21, 2026
Shannon Maupin and Ricardo Pinzon of Henrico and Tahlia Williams of Glen Allen served on the Student Insight Council for the 2025-26 academic year at the University of Maryland Global Campus. These volunteers played a vital role in shaping the UMGC experience by providing feedback that helps create a
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Savvy Senior: Doctor visits without the drive—how Medicare covers telehealth
Dear Savvy Senior, I don’t drive much anymore, so getting to the doctor can be a hassle. They suggested telehealth visits, but I’m not very tech savvy. How does Medicare cover these kinds of appointments? --Trying to Keep Up Dear Trying, You’re certainly not alone. Many older
Henrico CitizenJim Miller, Special to the Citizen

RVA Bachata on the River planned July 23 at The Lilly Pad

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