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Richmond International Airport is ICE deportation flight hub, according to human rights organization • Driver dies in crash on I-295 in Henrico

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Hidden in plain sight: Richmond International Airport is ICE deportation flight hub, according to human rights organization

Hidden in plain sight, behind the Richmond Jet Center and less than a mile from the Richmond International Airport terminal, throngs of shackled people have been loaded onto airplanes with no attributed owner about 80 separate times so far this year, according to a human rights organization and Citizen observations. Click here to read more

Driver dies in crash on I-295 in Henrico
A driver was killed when a blown tire caused them to lose control of their pickup truck and crash on Interstate 295 South in Henrico County. The crash happened at 1:40 p.m. at mile marker 26 on Wednesday, according to the Virginia State Police. “The vehicle overturned, went
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Young father killed in I-295 shooting was known for his generosity and humor, former teachers say
Hunter Davis, a 27-year-old father who was killed in a shooting and crash on Interstate 295 Tuesday night, is being remembered by those who knew him as a devoted family man with a generous heart. Davis died after multiple shots were fired at his pickup truck around 6:30 p.
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
New Henrico Sheetz opens on Mayland Drive
Sheetz celebrated the opening of its 807th store Sept. 11 in Henrico with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, giveaways, and donations to local charities. The new store, located at 9927 Mayland Drive, is the chain’s fourth in Henrico County. Store Manager Crystal Church, a Henrico resident with children at Pocahontas Middle School
Henrico CitizenPatty Kruszewski, Citizen Managing Editor
Morrissey breaks with Democrats, backs GOP’s John Reid for lieutenant governor
Former state senator joins newly formed “Democrats for John Reid” coalition, citing Ghazala Hashmi’s partisanship but reaffirming support for Spanberger and Jones
Henrico CitizenMarkus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury
Henrico to host inaugural ‘4 Tha Culture’ Holiday Hoops Classic Dec. 19-21
The Henrico Sports and Events Center will debut a new marquee basketball event this winter with the inaugural 4 Tha Culture Holiday Hoops Classic, a Division I women’s basketball showcase that organizers say will combine top-tier athletic competition with community pride and cultural celebration. The three-day tournament will run
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
Restaurant Watch
AUG. 26 Shelly’s Food, 7304 Staples Mill Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: several water bottles and coffee cups for employees are stored next to food and clean dishes throughout kitchen; dishes found in both hand sinks; raw shell eggs are stored above sliced tomatoes
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
In the Garden: Improve your garden soil with fall leaves and landscape trimmings
Fall is a great time to improve your soil for next year’s garden. Many of the resources needed are readily available and many are free at this time of the year. Start by putting fall leaves to work in the garden. Use your mower with the bag attached to
Henrico CitizenMelinda Myers, Special to the Citizen

Hawk Fest planned Sept. 27 at Reynolds Community College's Parham Road Campus

Henrico Recreation and Parks to host Jazz in the Park at Deep Run Park Sept. 28

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Henrico News Minute – Sept. 25, 2025
A proposal that could shape the face of the Varina District for decades to come; Henrico man shot and killed Tuesday on I-295; recapping the Richmond International Dance Festival; your chance to nominate an outstanding principal for a $30,000 award; two chances to hear live music tonight.
Henrico CitizenCitizen Staff Reports
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