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'State of emergency' – Henrico officials express frustration as county residents are again affected by Richmond water system failures • Richmond water main break causes low water pressure for some in Henrico

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'State of emergency' – Henrico officials express frustration as county residents are again affected by Richmond water system failures

Visibly frustrated Henrico officials addressed the public and media members Friday morning on the heels of yet another City of Richmond water system issue that is threatening the water supply for some Henrico residents. Click here to read more

Richmond water main break causes low water pressure for some in Henrico; county begins distributing bottled water
A water main break overnight on Canal Street in the City of Richmond is causing low water pressure for some Henrico County residents who receive their water from the city’s water system, but the water is safe to drink, county officials said Friday morning. But “out of an abundance
Henrico CitizenTom Lappas, Citizen Publisher
Woman struck, injured by vehicle in Lakeside
A woman was struck and injured by a vehicle in Lakeside May 29. It happened at about 10:37 p.m. at the intersection of Dumbarton Road and Bentley Street, where Henrico Police said they found the woman with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. She was transported to a local hospital
Henrico CitizenTom Lappas, Citizen Publisher
More than just a celebration: Henrico residents embrace local roots at Asian American Celebration
For many, cultural events act as an introductory showcase to foreign celebrations. For others – including a number of Henrico residents – they are markers of representation; an opportunity to showcase themselves miles away from home. The Asian American Society of Central Virginia recently hosted its 26th annual Asian American Celebration May
Henrico CitizenGareth Woo, Special to the Citizen
Virginia Tourism Corp. to serve as title sponsor for NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race at Richmond Raceway
Virginia Tourism Corporation will again serve as the title sponsor of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race at Richmond Raceway on Thursday, Aug. 14. The official name of the race will remain the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 150. “We’re proud to continue our partnership with the Virginia Tourism
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Henrico’s Top Teachers – Kim Clem, Ward Elementary School, second grade
She jumped around states and schools every two years as a kid. Now, she’s celebrating 30 years as a second-grade teacher at the same Henrico school. Kim Clem has taught at Ward Elementary since its opening in 1995. And as a kid who moved around a lot, she strives
Henrico CitizenAva Jenks, Special to the Citizen
Henrico Crime Report: May 23-29, 2025
1500 block of Americana Drive, Fairfield District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with assault with a knife at an apartment complex May 23 at 1 a.m. Heathfield Road at Derbyshire Road, Tuckahoe District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with driving under the influence of drugs May 23
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Weekend Top 5
The Bon Secours Short Pump Emergency Center, 12320 West Broad Street, will host Public Safety Day 2025 on Saturday, May 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Meet local first responders and learn about staying safe and how to prepare your family for an emergency. Interact with fire
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor
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