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Henrico County honors centenarians • Woofstock 2026: Richmond Animal League crushes $95K fundraising goal

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Henrico County honors centenarians

The 17 centenarians honored by Henrico County’s Outreach and Engagement Agency Thursday at the Springs Recreation Center in Highland Springs all received plaques honoring their lives, contributions and remarkable achievements. (Click here to continue reading)

Woofstock 2026: Richmond Animal League crushes $95K fundraising goal
The Richmond Animal League surpassed its fundraising goal at its annual Woofstock outdoor festival in Glen Allen on Saturday, raising more than $100,000 — topping the $95,000 target during a summer-long calendar contest. The festival featured dozens of vendors, a pet parade, live music, pet adoptions, and the
Henrico CitizenWTVR CBS 6
Henrico firefighter killed in hit-and-run on interstate
A Henrico County firefighter was killed Friday night after a dark-colored SUV struck his motorcycle on a Richmond interstate ramp and fled the scene, authorities confirmed Saturday.
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Virginia DMV wait times plummet to record lows after major reforms
Motor vehicle office wait times in the commonwealth fell to 8.3 minutes in 2026 from about 37 minutes in 2019, according to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, making access to essential government services faster and more convenient for drivers. Virginia lawmakers previously directed analysts from the Joint Legislative
Henrico CitizenNathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury
Nominations open for 2027 REB leadership awards
Nominations are open for the 2027 REB Awards for Distinguished Educational Leadership, which recognize outstanding principals in Henrico, Chesterfield and Hanover counties and Richmond. Students, families, staff members and community members may nominate an eligible principal through 5 p.m. Nov. 5. Principals must have served at their school for
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This Day in Henrico History: Sept. 28 – Henrico marks 150th anniversary of New Market Heights and Fort Harrison
On Sept. 28, 2014, Henrico County concluded a weekend-long commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War fighting at New Market Heights and Fort Harrison, bringing more than 1,000 reenactors from around the country to eastern Henrico. The county staged the public event at the Runnymede property
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Henrico Faith and Fellowship: Sept. 28, 2026
Weekly news and notes from the Henrico faith community West End Presbyterian Church West End Presbyterian Church, 9008 Quioccasin Road, will hold its Last Wednesdays potluck dinner from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 30. The congregation also lists a senior potluck lunch Oct. 4 and a
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Business in brief: Sept. 28, 2026
Weekly news and notes from the Henrico business community. Sheetz opened a new convenience store and gas station last week at 11500 West Broad Street in Short Pump, expanding the Pennsylvania-based chain’s Henrico footprint. Burlington opened a 23,525-square-foot store Friday, Sept. 25 at Parham One
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Henrico Nonprofit Notes: Sept. 28, 2026
Weekly news and notes from the Henrico nonprofit community. Virginia Hands & Voices Virginia Hands & Voices and children’s author and Zola’s World founder Narita Snead will host an “Every Voice Belongs” event today, Sept. 28 at Fairfield Area Library. The program focuses on representation, accessibility and inclusion. Henrico Humane
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Henrico Scholastic Sports Ticker — Sept. 28, 2026
A roundup of recent results, achievements and other news and notes from Henrico County public and private school teams. Varina High School Varina remained unbeaten with a 49-7 football victory at Henrico Friday, Sept. 25. The Blue Devils improved to 4-0-1. Highland Springs High School Highland Springs
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Henrico to present wellness festival focused on fall prevention for seniors Oct. 1 at Deep Run Recreation Center

Book People to host Educator Night Oct. 1

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