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First District Democratic primary candidates divided about how to get rural votes • Summer brings new GRTC Pulse buses, few expanded routes, new drivers

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In Virginia's First District Democratic primary, candidates are divided about how to get rural votes

As early voting kicks off today for Virginia’s midterm primaries, seven Democratic candidates are facing off to be the final contender against Republican incumbent Rob Wittman in a bid to flip the First Congressional District from red to blue. (Click here to continue reading)

Summer brings new GRTC Pulse buses, few expanded routes, new drivers
Some Greater Richmond Transit Company bus routes are increasing in frequency, but most that were cut back in the winter are remaining in a reduced state. Those changes were communicated at this month’s GRTC board meeting. Routes 7A and 7B, which serve Henrico County riders via Nine Mile Road
Henrico CitizenDina Weinstein, Community Vitality Reporter
Parent of SwimRVA-North camper demands answers after 9-year-old dies
A parent of a SwimRVA-North summer camper is demanding answers from the swim club following the death of 9-year-old King Overton, who was pulled unresponsive from the pool during a free swim session at the Henrico facility Monday afternoon. The parent, who spoke to WTVR CBS 6
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Congressman Rob Wittman talks war and politics on ‘Untold’ podcast
From Virginia Tech to Capitol Square to the Halls of the United States Congress, Rob Wittman has made his career in public service. Rep. Wittman sat down with Catie Beck on the latest episode of ‘Untold - A WTVR Podcast’ to talk politics and war, and he provided details about one
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Restaurant Watch
MAY 18 McDonald’s, 4708 Williamsburg Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: boxes of cups are stored directly on the floor; observed buildup on gaskets, smoothie machine and inside of units; there is grease on sides of fryers and hanging on prep table legs; low grouting
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Obituaries - Henrico Citizen
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Weekend Top 5
Virginia Credit Union LIVE! at Richmond Raceway will present Lord Huron on Friday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m. Lord Huron was created by Los Angeles-based artist Ben Schneider in 2010. The band’s debut LP Lonesome Dreams was released in 2012 followed by Strange Trails in 2015.
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor
Henrico Crime Report: June 12-18, 2026
9700 West Broad Street, Three Chopt District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with driving under the influence June 12 at 3:58 p.m. 2700 block of Lammrich Road, Varina District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at a single-family home June 12 at
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In the Garden: Five North American native shrubs for the garden
Here are a few of the many North American shrubs you may want to include in your landscape. As always, make sure each is suitable for the growing conditions, hardy for your location, and will fit the available space once mature. Support a wide range of pollinators and songbirds with
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to offer free admission on Juneteenth

RETROSWAP returns to The Answer Brewpub in Henrico June 20

VA Pride to host Rainbow Roll June 21 at Roller Dome in Sandston

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