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Officials break ground on Magellan Parkway extension – 'one of the biggest projects' Henrico has undertaken • Henrico students take over county board room for Student Government Day

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Officials break ground on Magellan Parkway extension – 'one of the biggest projects' Henrico has undertaken

Henrico County officials March 5 marked the start of construction of the Magellan Parkway extension, which will bridge over Interstate 95, with speeches and a ceremonial scoop of dirt.

The new four-lane road will provide access from the site formerly planned as GreenCity and now known as Best Products Reimagined to Brook Road near the bustling Virginia Center area. Click here to read more

Henrico students take over county board room for Student Government Day
Sixty-five high school students from across Henrico County took over the county board room Wednesday for Student Government Day, a 67-year tradition that gives students a firsthand look at local government. The mock Board of Supervisors meeting was the culmination of a yearlong shadowing experience in which students from the
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Rival coaches Phil Martelli and Chris Mooney are just proud dads when their sons take the Collegiate court
Having spent their entire lives in and around basketball, both University of Richmond Spiders men’s basketball coach Chris Mooney and VCU Rams coach Phil Martelli know talent when they see it. Recruiting has become just as important as Xs and Os in maintaining the health of their respective programs. We
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Former Springer Mekhi Becton released by Chargers one year after winning Super Bowl with Eagles
One year after winning the Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles, former Highland Springs standout Mekhi Becton is being released by the Los Angeles Chargers. Last March, Becton left the Eagles to sign a two-year, $20 million deal with the Chargers. His release will save the team nearly half that
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Nominations of volunteers sought for Henrico Heart of Service Awards
The Henrico County Outreach & Engagement Agency is seeking nominations for the Henrico Heart of Service Awards, which celebrate outstanding volunteer service that strengthens the community. Now in its second year, the awards program will honor residents and other individuals as well as nonprofit organizations, businesses and other groups whose volunteer
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Richmond Ren Faire announces performers for April debut at Henrico’s Dorey Park
A new community-driven festival blending Renaissance traditions with Richmond’s modern creative spirit is set to debut this spring, as the inaugural Richmond Ren Faire comes to Dorey Park in Varina April 18–19. Organizers describe the event as a grassroots celebration designed “by and for Richmond,” bringing together local
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Immigration arrests spark bills to guarantee K-12 education rights for all Va. students
Bills would prevent Virginia schools from excluding students based on immigration status and provide guidance for educators and school boards
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Henrico Crime Report: Feb. 27-March 5
5000 block of Nine Mile Road, Fairfield District – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with shoplifting, obstruction of justice, possessing a concealed weapon, other weapons charges, other county violations, and a warrant service at retail store Feb. 27 at 11:55 a.m. 300 block of Newbridge Road, Varina
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Obituaries - Henrico Citizen
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Spring Children's Consignment Sale planned March 7 at St. Andrew's UMC in Henrico

Richmond Family Magazine to host Summer Camp & Activities Expo March 7 at Dewey Gottwald Center

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Henrico News Minute – March 6, 2026
Henrico officials break ground on a major transportation project; Amtrak launches new bus service between Staples Mill and Main Street stations and Washington, D.C. tomorrow; gas prices in Metro Richmond up 31 cents per gallon in the past week; Reynolds CC designated as “Leader College”; our Weekend Top 5.
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