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Henrico Schools proposing ban on student phone use during lunch and in between classes • Henrico sterilization facility facing $53K fine after 600-pound toxic gas release

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Henrico Schools proposing ban on student phone use during lunch and in between classes

Henrico Schools’ “phone-free” school year last year was, in practice, not exactly phone-free. But this coming school year, HCPS officials are promising a strict “bell-to-bell” phone ban. Click here to read more

Henrico sterilization facility facing $53K fine after 600-pound toxic gas release
A local plant that sterilizes medical equipment is facing a fine in the tens of thousands of dollars over the release of a hazardous gas into the air, according to a proposed consent order published by state regulators. Sterilization Services of Virginia, located in Eastern Henrico, has been a source
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Henrico Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Draft Comprehensive Plan June 11
The Henrico Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive input from stakeholders about the Draft 2045 Comprehensive Plan June 11 at 6 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Board Room of the county’s Administration Building at Parham and Hungary Spring roads. The plan will serve
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen to host season preview party June 9
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen will host a season preview party June 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The center is located at 2880 Mountain Road in Glen Allen. Attendees are invited to enjoy a first look at the center’s 2026-2027 season and purchase tickets
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Kratom product sales to be regulated in Virginia
Virginia joins national movement to enhance consumer information or outright ban the herb
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Restaurant Watch
MAY 4 Sebastian & Co. Bistro, 1308 Gaskins Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: person in charge isn’t ensuring that employees are following proper procedures as related to handwashing, stocking hand sinks, sanitizing and controlling cold holding temperatures within the kitchen; facility couldn’t provide employee
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Weekend Top 5
Award-winning country artist Chris Janson will perform at the SERVPRO After Hours Concerts at The Innsbrook Pavilion on Friday, June 5 at 7 p.m. A member of the Grand Ole Opry, Janson has earned multiple Gold and Multi-Platinum certifications and has surpassed 10 million in sales as a solo
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor
In the Garden: How to avoid tree root conflicts
Roots erupting through the soil surface beyond the tree trunk irritate gardeners when trying to grow and mow grass under trees. Save time, reduce frustration and be kind to your trees when dealing with these surface roots. These roots are a normal part of aging for shallow rooted trees and
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Richmond Raceway to host 29th Annual Virginia Fallen Firefighters & EMS Memorial Service June 6

'My Mama Joe, Hope & Help' documentary screening planned June 6 at Regal Cinemas-West Tower

Alpaca Yoga returns to Specklebelly Barn in Sandston June 7

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