News about local and state government from the Henrico Citizen, including coverage of the Henrico County Board of Supervisors, Henrico County School Board, Henrico County Planning Commission and Virginia General Assembly.
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger addressed the Virginia Press Association and contextualized key challenges she and legislators will face when she takes office in January. Addressing the state’s energy crisis is near the top of that list, as power demands ramp up largely due to the growth of high-powered data
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved Virginia's waiver to remove "sweetened beverages" from Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. Information from the state said the restriction includes "items commonly referred to as 'soda,' 'diet/zero soda,' 'pop,
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The Fairfax Democrat brings decades of environmental planning and Chesapeake Bay policy experience to a top role in Spanberger’s cabinet
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The Prince William lawmaker’s appointment triggers a special election in House District 23 as she joins the incoming administration with a record on maternal health, reproductive rights and public safety
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Winter can take a special toll on our health. On Wednesday, Henrico County and state experts, utilities and agencies offered information and resources to help people stay safe during the coldest, snowiest and darkest season of the year. The Winter Emergency Preparedness event at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center focused
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