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Henrico supervisors to consider $61.4M in road and trail contracts, affordable housing efforts Oct. 27 • AI road asset assessment pilot aids Henrico County Public Works

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Henrico supervisors to consider $61.4M in road and trail contracts, affordable housing efforts Oct. 27

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding more than $61.4 million in construction contracts for road improvements and the Fall Line Trail during its Oct. 27 meeting, along with proposals to establish a local marijuana sales tax, restrict public marijuana consumption and support two affordable housing initiatives. (Click here to continue reading)

AI road asset assessment pilot aids Henrico County Public Works
A recent artificial intelligence pilot project helped the Henrico County Department of Public Works assess and manage its infrastructure. Henrico worked with Infra.ai, an infrastructure intelligence company that helps public-sector asset owners create a comprehensive digital baseline of their transportation, utility, and municipal assets through the use of
Henrico CitizenDina Weinstein, Community Vitality Reporter
Doctor: Baby found dead at Henrico motel suffered feeding neglect, recent cocaine exposure
A Henrico judge stated there was enough "probable cause" to certify all charges Monday against the parents of a one-month-old baby girl who was found unresponsive inside a motel room near Richmond International Airport this summer. Derrick Dwayne Carter and Ashton Marie Leeper are each charged with second-
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Local travelers celebrate Kilimanjaro feat
A group of 10 friends and relatives - half of them hailing from Henrico – joined up in September to tackle Africa's highest mountain: Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. John Sicat reported that the idea hatched in 2018 when he and his brother Jeff were hitting their later 40's. "We were
Henrico CitizenPatty Kruszewski, Citizen Managing Editor
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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This Day in Henrico History: October 27 – Union forces attack Henrico’s defenses at Second Fair Oaks
On October 27, 1864, Union forces attacked Confederate defenses in Henrico County in the operation remembered as the Second Battle of Fair Oaks, or Fair Oaks and Darbytown Road. The fighting formed part of the Richmond-Petersburg Campaign and continued into October 28. Major General Benjamin Butler’s operation north
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Henrico Milestones: Oct. 27, 2026
A look at recent achievements by Henrico residents. Allison Gregory of Glen Allen was named to Adelphi University's dean's list for the spring 2026 semester. The university announced the honor Oct. 26. Eligible full-time students must register for at least 12 credits, complete at least nine graded
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Savvy Senior: Helping an older parent cope with loneliness
Dear Savvy Senior, My 78-year-old father has lived alone since my mother passed away two years ago. He insists he’s fine, but I can tell he spends most of his time by himself and seems increasingly lonely and withdrawn. What can I do to help him, and
Henrico CitizenJim Miller, Special to the Citizen
In the Garden: Herbal centerpieces for fun and flavor
Try something different this year when planning dinner parties. Dress up the table with a centerpiece of fresh herbs. Family and guests will enjoy snipping a few fresh sprigs of herbs to season meals to their taste. Purchase plants so they will be ready to harvest in time. Check local
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Eastern Henrico Recreation Center to host Trunk or Treat Oct. 29

Friday Night Market planned Oct. 30 at Lakeside Farmers' Market

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Henrico News Minute – Oct. 27, 2026
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