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Million-dollar federal contribution will help connect Sandston neighborhood to public water • Constitutional: The amendment that could restore formerly incarcerated Virginians’ voting rights

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Million-dollar federal contribution will help connect Sandston neighborhood to public water

A few residents of an Elko neighborhood looked on Oct. 8 as U.S. Representative Jennifer McClellan (D-04-VA), alongside county officials, announced a $1.092-million federal investment to extend public water services to their Cedar Ridge neighborhood. (Click here to continue reading)

Constitutional: The amendment that could restore formerly incarcerated Virginians’ voting rights
In the first of a three-part series on the constitutional amendments Virginians will approve or reject this fall, a former felon in Central Virginia shares the lived experiences undergirding the restoration legislation.
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
RHHD urges Henrico residents to get seasonal respiratory virus vaccines
The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts are encouraging residents to make appointments for influenza, COVID-19 and RSV immunizations as the fall respiratory illness season begins. Flu vaccination is recommended for nearly everyone age six months and older, according to the district. Health officials said the best time to receive
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VDOT releases updated state transportation map
The Virginia Department of Transportation has released an updated Official State Transportation Map and is offering free printed copies. Travelers may order the map online through VDOT, pick one up at Virginia welcome centers and safety rest areas, or request one from the Virginia Tourism Corporation. A printed map can
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Savvy Senior: When home care isn’t enough
Dear Savvy Senior, My mother has several chronic health conditions and needs a home caregiver to help with daily activities. I know she wants to stay at home as long as possible, but how do I know when it’s time to consider an assisted living facility or nursing home?
Henrico CitizenJim Miller, Special to the Citizen
This Day in Henrico History: Oct. 13 – Union attack repulsed at Darbytown Road in 1864
On October 13, 1864, Union troops moved toward Confederate defenses east of Richmond and fought what became known as the Battle of Darbytown Road. The engagement was part of the larger Richmond-Petersburg Campaign, when federal forces were trying to threaten the Confederate capital and stretch its defensive lines. The
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In the Garden: Add a bit of gold to the garden
Boost the pollinator and songbird appeal in your landscape with the addition of goldenrods. You’ll enjoy the bright yellow flowers and many visiting pollinators and songbirds. With a wide range of native species and cultivars available you are likely to find one or more suited to your landscape. Find
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen
Book excerpt: The Heart of the Matter, Chapter 12
Editor’s note: Each week, the Henrico Citizen will present a new chapter of The Heart of the Matter, a forthcoming book by Gayle Turner and Shelli Jost Brady, longtime Central Virginia leadership consultants, storytellers, and community builders. Through stories and reflection, the authors explore how the values people hold
Henrico CitizenGayle Turner, Special to the Citizen
Help us name the Henrico Citizen beer!
In recognition of its 25th anniversary, the Henrico Citizen is getting its own beer — and we need your help naming it! We’re teaming up with Henrico-based Intermission Beer Company to create a special Henrico Citizen beer that will be sold exclusively at Intermission Beer Co., and rather than
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Electro-jazz duo Four80East to perform Oct. 15 at The Tin Pan

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Henrico News Minute – Oct. 13, 2026
A look ahead to tonight’s Henrico Board of Supervisors meeting; Henrico Schools officials celebrate Glen Lea Elementary’s academic progress with Gov. Spanberger; Henrico Christmas Mother sets dates for application opportunities this month; Meta Henrico Data Center accepting grant applications through Oct. 19.
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• Proposed 24-hour YMCA child-care in Sandston could serve airport employees, others

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