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Henrico to build $303M water pipeline to fulfill ‘all current water needs’ for county • How you can help Forward Foundation raise funds for families in need this weekend

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Henrico to build $303M water pipeline to fulfill ‘all current water needs’ for county

By 2031, Henrico will be able to pump enough water to supply the entire county through a new $303-million water transmission main. Click here to read more

How you can help Forward Foundation raise funds for families in need this weekend
The Forward Foundation is raising funds this weekend to support families experiencing financial hardship. The sixth annual Go Forward Together bike ride and Forward Fest takes place Saturday, October 4, starting at Final Gravity Brewing Company. Andrea Starr, executive director of the Forward Foundation, which provides education resources and child
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
At forum, Central Virginia House of Delegates candidates discuss housing policy, affordability
Several first-time candidates also introduced themselves, as Democrats are running in all 100 districts this year
Henrico CitizenCharlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury
Reynolds, VPAP to host civic engagement forum ahead of Virginia elections
Reynolds Community College and the Virginia Public Access Project are partnering to host a forum designed to encourage civic engagement and help Virginians better understand politics and government at the state and local levels, in advance of this year’s elections. The two organizations will co-host Before Virginia Votes on Tuesday,
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Henrico Theatre Company expanding 46th season to second venue
The curtain has risen on on Henrico Theatre Company’s 46th season, and this year the community troupe is broadening its reach with productions staged at both The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen and Henrico Theatre in Highland Springs. Sponsored by Henrico Recreation and Parks, HTC long has been
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Restaurant Watch
SEPT. 3 Shawarma Bistro, 12422 Gayton Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: cook handled cell phone and continued food prep without washing hands; dried food debris and grime found on can opener blade; chicken hadn’t reached the required cook temperature when it was put into
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
In the Garden: Plant flavorful and nutritious garlic this fall
Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, fight heart disease, boost your immune system, and add a bit of flavor to your meals by growing your own garlic. This vegetable has been used as both food and medicine for thousands of years. Purchase firm, healthy bulbs of garlic sold for growing
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Varina Fair planned Oct. 4 at Dorey Park

Henrico County, Neighborhood Resource Center to host Community Connections Day at Laburnum Park Shopping Center Oct. 4

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• Richmond Renaissance Faire coming to Dorey Park (RVAHub)
• High school football report: Thinning the ranks of the unbeaten (The Richmonder)

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Henrico News Minute – Oct. 2, 2025
The volume and frequency of ICE deportation flights from RIC surprises local officials, who want more information; eight people arrested in series of stings involving local vape shops; Fairfield MS student faces charge after attempting to bring gun to school.
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• 'It’s inhumane' – Officials, human rights advocates, readers react to ICE flights from RIC
• Henrico Police arrest and charge 8 following multi-jurisdictional vape shop stings
• Henrico County Public Schools breaks ground on new $16.3-million environmental ‘Living Building’
• Gun fired at Henrico youth soccer game
• Henrico plans to replace bridges on historic Kanawha Canal with recent purchase

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