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Henrico's Democratic shift accelerates as Republican congressional vote totals plunge • Henrico planners recommend another delay for revised Hadad's Lake redevelopment proposal

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Henrico's Democratic shift accelerates as Republican congressional vote totals plunge

Democrats strengthened their hold on Henrico County in Tuesday's congressional elections, continuing a political shift that has accelerated during the past four years.

The biggest change since the 2022 midterms wasn't simply that more people voted Democratic – it was that Democrats attracted significantly more votes while Republicans attracted slightly fewer, even as the county's population of registered voters continued to grow. (Click here to continue reading)

Henrico planners recommend another delay for revised Hadad's Lake redevelopment proposal
The new Oasis Point proposal includes revised zoning and operating restrictions, but questions about security, traffic and infrastructure remain.
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Henrico receives more than $1.7 million for opioid treatment and prevention programs
Henrico County will receive more than $1.7 million from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (VOAA) during fiscal year 2026-27 to support 13 substance use prevention, treatment and recovery programs, county officials announced Nov. 3. It is the largest single-year award Henrico has received from the authority, which
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Veterans Day ceremony planned Nov. 7 at Taylor Farm Park
VFW Post 8529 and American Legion Post 242 will hold a Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Taylor Farm Park in Sandston, followed by an afternoon of live music. The ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at the park, located at 200 Whiteside Road, next to the
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Craftsmen’s Christmas Classic returns to Richmond Raceway Nov. 6-8
The Craftsmen's Christmas Classic will return to the Richmond Raceway Complex Friday, Nov. 6, through Sunday, Nov. 8, bringing hundreds of artists and craftspeople from more than 20 states to the three-day indoor show. The juried festival will feature pottery, fine art, glass, jewelry, weaving, clothing, furniture, sculpture,
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This Day in Henrico History: Nov. 5 – Voters approve Henrico’s first meals tax referendum
On Nov. 5, 2013, Henrico County voters approved a referendum authorizing a four percent tax on meals and beverages sold by restaurants as defined in the Code of Virginia and Section 20 of the County code. The measure passed narrowly after a vigorous local debate about school funding and taxes.
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Restaurant Watch: Oct. 17-24, 2026
The Fishin' Pig, 4028 Cox Road, Suite J – During a risk factor inspection on Oct. 19, inspectors observed chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm in a bar dishwasher containing washed dishes; and barbecue held at 132 degrees in a cookline hot box, below the required 135 degrees. The Mantu Market, 7510
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Weekend Top 5
The 2026 Craftsmen's Christmas Classic will take place at the Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 East Laburnum Avenue, on Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Henrico Business Watch: Business license filings Oct. 29–Nov. 4, 2026
Henrico County reported the following business license filings with start dates during the week. The filings are listed alphabetically by business or trade name, followed by a registered address and business industry classification. Aulden Salon LLC, 201 Towne Center West Boulevard, Henrico – Hairdressing services. Bita's Borough and Bean LLC,
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Craftsmen's Christmas Classic returns to Richmond Raceway Nov. 6-8

Greg Greenway to perform at Shady Grove Coffeehouse Nov. 7

LEGO® Holiday Workshop planned Nov. 7-8 at West Broad Village

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