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'Ricky,' film about life after release from prison, highlights challenges of reentry • Henrico 'keeping an eye on' low James River levels amid statewide drought warning

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'Ricky,' film about life after release from prison, highlights challenges of reentry

The realities of life after long-term incarceration and the complexities of gaining independence for the first time as an adult are the focus of the film RICKY, screening June 25 at the Henrico Theatre. Click here to read more

Henrico ‘keeping an eye on’ low James River levels amid statewide drought warning
Virginia is experiencing its driest summer since 1941, with Gov. Abigail Spanberger saying that Southside and Central Virginia are particularly vulnerable to extreme drought conditions. Henrico and other Central Virginia counties have been under a drought warning advisory since April. As of last week, the U.S. Drought Monitor placed
Henrico CitizenLiana Hardy, Government and Education Reporter
Henrico steps up patrols at Pouncey Tract Park amid vandalism, bikes on pickleball courts
Henrico County is increasing its presence at Pouncey Tract Park on the county’s West End following reports of vandalism, littering, large crowds and bikes on the pickleball courts. Henrico Recreation and Parks Director John Zannino said the county is aware of the issues and is taking steps to address
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Rabies case confirmed in Henrico after incident involving 2 dogs, bat
A bat that interacted with two dogs in Henrico’s Near West End June 21 has tested positive for rabies, Henrico Police officials said Wednesday. It is the fifth confirmed case of rabies in the county in 2026. Police were called to the 6600 block of West Franklin Street for
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Local authors to share publishing tips at RVA Pub Club
RVA Pub Club, a panel discussion with local authors, publishers and booksellers about the publishing industry and how authors can navigate it, will be held June 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Book People, 10464 Ridgefield Parkway. The staff of Wildling Press, a local independent book
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax
Henrico CitizenNathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury
Amid statewide drought conditions, data centers face same restrictions as all water customers
Most localities in the state don’t have specific standards to manage water conservation for the digital facilities during dry periods, which use massive amounts of water daily
Henrico CitizenShannon Heckt, Virginia Mercury
Restaurant Watch
MAY 22 Wood and Iron—Short Pump, 12288 West Broad Street – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: open drink found on prep line; there are no paper towels at first hand sink on prep line; temperature of diced tomatoes in walk-in cooler is elevated and is
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Weekend Top 5
Southern rock band 38 Special, with special guest The Jared Stout Band, will perform at the SERVPRO After Hours Concerts at The Innsbrook Pavilion on Friday, June 26 at 7 p.m. 38 Special enters its sixth decade together with the band’s first studio album in more than 20
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor

Richmond Funny Bone in Short Pump to present 'The Magic of Eric Eaton' June 27

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