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Henrico County reducing speed limits on 54 roads • Rare Olde Times fixture Harry 'Gerry' Laverty killed in hit-and-run

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Henrico County reducing speed limits on 54 roads

Henrico’s Department of Public Works is reducing the speed limit on 54 sections of county-maintained roads countywide following a comprehensive speed study.

The study was conducted to ensure posted speed limits align with roadway function, surrounding land use and the safety needs of all users, including pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. (Click here to continue reading)

Rare Olde Times fixture Harry 'Gerry' Laverty killed in hit-and-run
Harry Laverty, better known as Gerry, was a beloved folksinger who performed often at Rare Olde Times in Henrico's West End. He died in a hit-and-run Friday morning near East Main and 21st streets in Shockoe Bottom. He was 75. Police have charged John McSparren, 47, with
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Henrico Small Business Spotlight: Strongmates Athletics
Ryan Foray believes there’s a strongmate in everyone. He’s the type of “neighborhood coach” who wants Strongmates Athletics to help you better yourself inside the gym and out. Foray, a 38-year-old Henrico County local and father of two, has long had a background in fitness. But
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Application period opens for Henrico Small Business Boost
Program offers free marketing and advertising exposure for selected Henrico small businesses
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Regional winter shelters announce 2026-27 operations
Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield and Hanover governments are coordinating with Homeward and other regional service providers on a winter shelter system for people experiencing homelessness during the 2026-27 cold-weather season. The Salvation Army’s Inclement Weather Shelter at 1900 Chamberlayne Avenue in Richmond will operate nightly from 5 p.
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10 ways to support the Henrico Citizen
Local journalism is stronger when the community is part of it. For 25 years, the Henrico Citizen has worked to provide independent, locally focused journalism about the people, places, issues and institutions that shape Henrico County. If you value having a local news organization dedicated specifically to Henrico, there are
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Henrico Milestones: Nov. 10, 2026
The following local residents recently were recognized for academic achievements and other milestones. Katreen Gaber of Henrico was selected as one of 50 Shenandoah University students, faculty and staff members for the university’s 2027 Global Citizenship Project. Participants are scheduled to travel to one of five international destinations during
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This Day in Henrico History: Nov. 10 – Henrico reports an outbreak in two county offices
On Nov. 10, 2020, Henrico County announced a COVID-19 outbreak affecting employees of its Voter Registration and Elections Office and Department of Public Works. The county closed the Administration Building Annex at its western government center for enhanced cleaning and disinfection. Employees assigned to the building were to work
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In the Garden: Winter-flowering cyclamens for indoor gardens
Add a splash of color to elevate your mood and brighten your home décor for up to three months of flowers with the florist cyclamen (Cyclamen persicum). Enjoy plain, ruffled, or bicolor butterfly-like flowers in white, pink, rose, red and lavender hovering over heart-shaped leaves with silvery highlights.
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Savvy Senior: Is a Roth conversion right for you?
Dear Savvy Senior, I’m 66 and recently retired, and I’ve been reading about converting a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA. I’m a little confused about how it works and whether it’s worth doing at my age. What should I know? --Curious Retiree Dear Curious, A
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Volunteers needed for tree care project Nov. 13 at Brook Road Neighborhood Park

The Naghash Ensemble to perform at UR Modlin Center Nov. 13

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