Editor's note: Technical issues prevented the distribution of the Henrico Newsflash on Tuesday and Wednesday. Today's newsletter looks slightly different as a result. The Citizen regrets the issues and is working to fix them expeditiously.

‘The data centers are coming’ – but some Hanover and Henrico residents are fighting to stop them
Grassy roadsides in Hanover County are still littered with “Vote No” signs leftover from Virginia’s redistricting election. But little by little, those billboards are being replaced by smaller signs stating: “Grow Tomatoes, Not Data Centers.” Click here to read more

Bike Month events in Henrico spotlight health benefits of cycling, growing bicycle safety infrastructure


Spanish immersion preschool in Glen Allen gets $75K loan for expansion

Tretina, Davies among 8 women honored at YWCA of Richmond's 46th annual Outstanding Women Awards

Wilson Lee Interiors opens new Glen Allen studio

Thousands of Virginians will regain the right to vote next month


Henrico students build school's new wing as part of trades program

Henrico Fur Finder: May 13, 2026

Restaurant Watch

Henrico Property Transactions: April 22-28, 2026


In the Garden: Flavorful herb gardens can enhance outdoor gatherings

Savvy Senior: The letter your loved ones will treasure

Open House & Artist Reception planned May 15 at Crossroads Art Center
Autism Society of Central Virginia's 5K & Family Fun Day to take place May 16 in Innsbrook
Henrico Recreation and Parks to host annual 'Farm Field Day' May 16 at Meadow Farm
• Henrico power washing business opening its first out-of-state office (Richmond BizSense)
• Lumber Liquidators closes Henrico hub, ending Richmond presence (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
• Henrico firefighters share life jacket safety tips ahead of summer (NBC 12)
• Former Henrico officer sobs in court, sentenced to 20 years for abusing his children
• Henrico commits $900k to Salvation Army shelter in Richmond
• Henrico Schools aims to reduce 'homework overload' through new policy changes
• 400 homes – and building: Habitat for Humanity to celebrate milestone May 16
• Breeze to launch nonstop service from RIC to Cancún



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