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Henrico legislators tout 'historic progress' with passage of housing, energy bills; call on Spanberger to pass cannabis bill • Parents frustrated over broken AC at Henrico elementary school

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Henrico legislators tout 'historic progress' with passage of housing, energy bills; call on Spanberger to pass cannabis bill

Six of the seven state legislators representing parts of Henrico County, all Democrats, held a town hall May 13 to update community members about how bills from the General Assembly would impact Henrico. Click here to read more

Parents frustrated over broken AC at Henrico elementary school
Parents at Skipwith Elementary School in Henrico County say they are frustrated over a broken air conditioning system that has left students sweltering as temperatures climb into the 90s. Two parents, who asked to remain anonymous, say the problem has persisted for months and affects multiple areas of the school.
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Henrico Police officer named National PAL Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Henrico County Police Officer Adam Marzullo recently was named the National Police Athletic/Activities League Law Enforcement Officer of the Year. Marzullo has served as a mentor in the Henrico Police Athletic League since July 2022, first while assigned to the department’s School Services Unit and continuing after his
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Regional cooling center in Richmond remains open during heatwave
The Salvation Army Central Virginia’s cooling center in Richmond, operated in partnership with the City of Richmond and Henrico County, remains May 19 and 20 to provide relief from the spring heatwave for those who need it. Community members in need of a safe, air-conditioned space are welcome to
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Free meals available for those 18 and younger at 29 Henrico sites this summer
Free breakfast and lunch will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for anyone 18 or younger at 29 Henrico sites this summer, thanks to Henrico County Public Schools’ participation in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. The federal program is administered in Henrico by
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Dumbarton Elementary School kindergartners celebrate bike donation
Dumbarton Elementary School kindergartners got an exciting surprise May 15, when a fleet of 24 Strider balance-to-pedal bikes was revealed in a ceremony on the school playground. After the unveiling, kindergarteners enjoyed their first rides on the school’s new bikes, which were donated by the HDR Foundation in conjunction
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Milestones: May 19, 2026
Andrew Baker of Glen Allen graduated cum laude with a BS in Business Administration May 8 from Bob Jones University in South Carolina. He also was named to the spring 2026 president’s list, which recognizes students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.75 or higher. Before
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Savvy Senior: Still working at 65? Here’s how to handle Medicare
Dear Savvy Senior, My wife and I are approaching 65, but I’m still working and have good health coverage through my employer. Do we need to enroll in Medicare at this point? --Almost 65 Dear Almost, If you or your spouse is still working past age 65 and have
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Deep Run to host 'In the Park After Dark' bat watching program May 20

Henrico to hold Senior Party & Resource Fair May 21 at Eastern Henrico Recreation Center

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Henrico News Minute – May 19, 2026
Henrico Police officer earns national award; Henrico School Board approves schematic design for new elementary school in Glen Allen; free meals for those 18 and younger available at 29 Henrico sites this summer; planning commission endorses plans for new St. Mary’s Hospital parking lot.
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