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Henrico man charged after bringing firearm into elementary school • Henrico resident calls on Dominion Energy to 'do better' amid repeated power outages

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Henrico man charged after bringing firearm into elementary school

A 33-year-old Henrico man was arrested at Lakeside Elementary School Oct. 14 after a weapons detector alerted school officials to a handgun in his bag, according to Henrico Police. (Click here to continue reading)

Henrico resident calls on Dominion Energy to 'do better' amid repeated power outages
A Henrico County woman is calling on Dominion Energy to take a more proactive approach to prevent repeated power outages that she and her neighbors have experienced in recent months. The tranquility of Eastern Henrico is why Alexandra Cromer, and her farm animals including horses and chickens, love calling it
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Constitutional: The amendment that could safeguard same-sex marriage in Virginia
In the second of a three-part series on the constitutional amendments Virginians will approve or reject this fall, two Central Virginia moms share their lived experiences connected to the civil rights proposal.
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Here’s how incumbents in Virginia’s 1st, 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts have voted on abortion
With a reproductive rights state constitutional amendment on Virginia’s ballot, abortion is shaping up to be a key voter issue on the state and federal level
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Richmond airport opens doors to service dogs in training with Helping Howls program
Richmond International Airport opened its doors recently to more than half a dozen service animals in training, giving the dogs — and their owners — a chance to navigate the airport environment before their first real flight.
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
State regulators to allow part of NextEra’s political past to be examined in Dominion merger case
The Virginia State Corporation Commission will allow documents detailing an internal investigation into NextEra Energy’s failed attempt to acquire Jacksonville, Florida’s public utility to be included in deliberations of the company’s $67 billion proposed merger with Dominion Energy. “I find the requested information is discoverable in the
Henrico CitizenShannon Heckt, Virginia Mercury
Henrico households can apply for heating assistance through Nov. 13
Virginia households that meet income requirements may apply through Nov. 13 for help with heating costs through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. The federally funded program, administered in Virginia by the state Department of Social Services as Fuel Assistance, can provide a one-time grant for home heating
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This Day in Henrico History: Oct. 15 – Byrd Field opened with Lindbergh visit in 1927
On October 15, 1927, Byrd Field officially opened in Eastern Henrico County, with famed aviator Charles A. Lindbergh arriving for the occasion in the Spirit of St. Louis. The airport was named for explorer and aviator Richard E. Byrd and eventually became Richmond International Airport. Henrico County’s official historical
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Restaurant Watch: Sept. 23-30, 2026
Chanello's Pizza, 10166 West Broad Street – During a routine inspection on Sept. 23, inspectors observed sliced tomatoes with white mold in a small prep unit; sliced tomatoes, sliced ham, chicken wings and fries held from the previous day without date marks; pizza sauce held under time control without time
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Weekend Top 5
The 56th Annual Richmond Oktoberfest will take place Oct. 16 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Oct. 17 from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Richmond Raceway Complex, 600 East Laburnum Avenue. In addition to entertainment from the SGTEV Hirschjäger Dancers and German band
Henrico CitizenSarah Story, Citizen Online Editor
Henrico Business Watch: Business license filings Oct. 8–14, 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. ANT.ON LLC, 2405 Raymond Avenue, Henrico – Artists, literary, and craft services. Chutes International, various addresses – General
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'Movie in the Park' planned Oct. 16 at Meadow Farm

Henrico Police to host rabies clinic Oct. 17

ALSO MAKING NEWS

• Alleged auto fraud scheme targets Henrico, Northern Virginia man arrested: criminal complaint (WRIC)
• Hotel next to The Crossings Golf Club to be razed for 350-unit retirement community (Richmond BizSense)
• Metro Richmond's October heat fuels a regional power emergency (Axios Richmond)

TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• Trader Joe’s, Onelife Fitness to anchor retail sites at Midtown64 development in Henrico
• Henrico supervisors pave the way for new housing near Willow Lawn and, potentially, in Highland Springs
• Henrico Schools’ Living Building will open a year later than planned due to construction delays
• Million-dollar federal contribution will help connect Sandston neighborhood to public water
• Proposed 24-hour YMCA child-care in Sandston could serve airport employees, others

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