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New details emerge about Richmond real estate agent who died in Henrico jail • Police identify body found in James River near Rockett's Landing as missing Richmond man

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New details emerge about Richmond real estate agent who died in Henrico jail

A newly obtained criminal complaint reveals new details about why a Richmond real estate agent, who later died in his cell at Henrico Jail West, was arrested on conspiracy to commit murder charges. Click here to read more

Police identify body found in James River near Rockett’s Landing as missing Richmond man
The body found in the James River near Rockett’s Landing in Varina on Friday afternoon has been identified as a missing Richmond man, according to an update from the Henrico Police Division. Tuesday, police identified the man as John Anothony Lopez Joubert, 36, of Richmond. He was reported missing out
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Spanberger names Henrico supervisor, county author to state boards
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has appointed two Henrico residents — including a member of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors — to state boards as part of a broader round of appointments announced this week. Among the appointees is Varina District Supervisor Tyrone Nelson, who was selected to serve on the Virginia
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Reynolds CC designated ‘Leader College’ by national organization
Reynolds Community College has been designated a “Leader College” by Achieving the Dream, a national organization committed to advancing community colleges as accessible hubs of learning, credentialing, and economic mobility. “Being recognized as a Leader College by Achieving the Dream reflects Reynolds’ ongoing commitment to removing barriers and creating meaningful
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‘Grow up’: Former Republican delegate defends civil-rights-themed mailers in redistricting fight
PAC chairman A.C. Cordoza says campaign warns minority voters about redistricting changes; Sen. Mamie Locke blasts the tactic as ‘stupid’
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Country artist Gary Allan to perform in Innsbrook May 28
Multi-platinum country artist Gary Allan will perform in concert at the Servpro After Hours Concerts at The Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen Thursday, May 28 as part of the 2026 concert season. Tickets for the show will go on sale Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. at afterhoursinnsbrook.com
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Henrico Federal Credit Union relocating Short Pump branch
Henrico Federal Credit Union is moving its Short Pump branch farther west, to 4419 Greybull Drive, in early March, officials announced recently. The new location will replace HFCU’s current Short Pump location on Pouncey Tract Road, across from Short Pump Middle School, which opened in 2018. The Short Pump branch
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Henrico Fur Finder: March 11, 2026
Every Wednesday, the Henrico Fur Finder highlights pets looking for a forever home at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter. Hover over each animal’s picture to see their name, sex, and breed. Animals are sometimes adopted quickly; the shelter cannot guarantee any animal’s availability, and animals cannot be put on
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Henrico Property Transactions: Feb. 25-March 3, 2026
104 South Laburnum Avenue, Varina District - $202,000, 1,350 SF (built in 1959), from Cynthia B. Parker to Carleen Burrell. 7800 Fitzgerald Court, Brookland District - $245,000, 980 SF (built in 1988), from Sandra B. Suitt to Kimberly L. and Michael Beazley. 102 Colter Drive, Fairfield District
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Richmond Makers Market planned March 14 at Cultural Arts Center

ALSO MAKING NEWS

• The Main Ingredient: Checking in on Richmond's once robust home brewing scene (Style Weekly)
• Eastern Henrico restaurant owner given a month to vacate, searching for new location (ABC 8)
• Richmond airport sidesteps TSA delays — for now (Axios Richmond)
• Henrico girls comeback attempt falls short in state basketball semis (The Richmonder)

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Henrico News Minute – March 11, 2026
A small fire at a Henrico elementary school kills four baby chicks; Gov. Spanberger appoints 2 Henrico residents to state boards; the Indigo Girls are coming to Henrico; the James River Art League hosts an exhibit in Henrico today and tomorrow; Deep Run Recreation Center hosts ‘Science Sleuths’ today.
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TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• Officials break ground on Magellan Parkway extension – 'one of the biggest projects' Henrico has undertaken
• Henrico County is shaping its environmental future in new climate action plan
• Average gas prices up 31 cents per gallon in one week in Metro Richmond amid global oil concerns
• 3 Henrico men arrested in deadly Shockoe Bottom mass shooting
• Prayer, fasting, charity and community define Ramadan for Muslims in Henrico

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