Henrico News Minute

A new look ahead for Richmond International Airport; a team of Tucker High School students uses the Chick-fil-A menu as its impetus for a project that earns national recognition; Lt. Gov.-Elect Ghazala Hashmi participates in a Lakeside food pantry event before Thanksgiving.Support the show

A look inside the recent two-day Richmond Gun Show; a woman dies in a Henrico house fire; a 19-year-old turkey earns a pardon from Henrico County Manager John Vithoulkas; Cultural Arts Center's Christmas tree dies after vandalism; a Henrico museum is featured in the Virginia 250 Passport.Support the show

St. Joseph's Villa opens a new homelessness assistance center; new Glen Allen business offers crisis intervention services; a look at this year Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights display; Del. Delores McQuinn to host community service day Friday to beneit Housing Families First.Support the show

Plans for a 358-home development off Nuckols Road advance; hundreds show up to oppose planned data center complex along Hanover-Henrico line; Henrico Planning Commission endorses plans to crack down on vape and recreational substance shops; RIC hosting networking and engagement event today to showcase contracting opportunities at the airport.Support the show

Henrico Police serve warrants to or arrest 13 people wanted on outstanding domestic violence charges; 'Home for Good' holiday edition supports Henrico CASA, offers chance to win playhouse; Virginia legislators see a path to legal adult-use cannabis market; our weekly Henrico Fur Finder spotlights 42 dogs and cats up for adoption in Henrico.Support the show

Rezoning cases illustrate the ongoing debate over Henrico's population growth and new housing demands; two new places in Henrico to take food scraps for composting; ukelele virtuoso to perform in Henrico tomorrow night; Crossroads Art Center to host arts open house and artist reception Friday night.Support the show

A community farm takes shape in Varina; hundreds turn out to community meeting to argue against planned data center complex across Henrico County line in Hanover; Henrico Too Smart 2 Start to host community conversation tonight in Eastern Henrico; Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights now underway at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.Support the show

St. Joseph's Villa launches new effort for those experiencing homelessness; a closer look at some Eastern Henrico farms; RAR uses Placemaking grant to enhance Virginia Capital Trail; our Henrico Small Business Spotlight focuses on a collaborative office space in Rocketts Landing.Support the show

Henrico County files suit to strip the Roseshire Gaming Parlor of its operational license; Henrico EDA names a new executive director; Startup Virginia expanding into Henrico; Virginia DMV launches Virginia Mobile ID app; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

What percentage of their typical monthly SNAP benefits should Henrico recipients expect this month?; the Roseshire Gaming Parlor generated more than $5.6 million in revenue in September despite being open to the public for only two days; Kinsale celebrates the completion of the first phase of its Kinsale Center in the Near West End; three dozen dogs and cats are up for adoption.Support the show

Henrico reignites talks to sell water from new reservoir to other localities; memories from a 103-year-old Henrico WWII veteran; the immersive Claude Monet experience opens in Short Pump; registration for winter programs through Henrico Recreation and Parks opens Monday.Support the show

An in-depth look at the impact of the federal government shutdown on the 37,000 Henricoans who depend upon SNAP benefits; NOVA Regency Aquatics Center opens new second-level seating for 1,000 people; Virginia War Memorial to host Veterans' Day ceremony today.Support the show

Two Henrico teachers earn $15,000 awards; Congressman Rob Wittman visits with federal workers at Richmond International Airport as an end to the government shutdown is in sight; the seventh and final gang member wanted on charges of robbery and murder in connection with a 2023 incident is arrested; Henrico Police to host event tonight for veterans interested in law enforcement careers; applications are now open for the Henrico Citizen and Henrico EDA's third annual Henrico Small Business Boost program designed to help small businesses. Support the show

Henrico resident named to Spanberger's transition team; three-day holiday craftsmen show planned this weekend at Richmond Raceway; reptile expo planned this weekend; 550 bikes assembled for donation to kids in need.Support the show

A big night for Democrats statewide and in Henrico; Deep Run HS students devise a time- and cost-saving effort; 'Holly Jolly' returns to Lakeside this weekend; volunteers sought for tree-planting effort at Taylor Farm Park.Support the show

Metro Richmond localities join to support the region's homeless population; new poll shows Spanberger, Hashmi, Miyares with leads in statewide races; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Henrico officials authorize contribution to Feed More in light of federal government shutdown; revised proposed 2045 Land Use Plan map released; ICE deportation flights, government shutdown loom large over Capital Region Airport Commission meeting.Support the show

Henrico supervisors plan to enact first animal cruelty registry in Virginia; Woodman Road animal shelter to be renovated; leaf-collection services begin next month in Henrico; Parham Doctors' Hospital celebrates 50 years; stepfather of Gabby Petito visits Henrico to train first-responders.Support the show

Henrico ponders creation of Virginia's first animal cruelty registry; Wyndham residents push back against proposed Hanover data center complex; man suffers life-threatening injuries after being struck by GRTC bus in Henrico; 46 dogs and 25 cats are up for adoption at the Henrico Animal Shelter; West Broad Village to host fall festival this weekend.Support the show

A look at how Henrico County celebrated Divali; your chance to weigh in on the proposed school redistricting plan tomorrow night; Henrico Re-entry Council to host fall festival Friday; The Taters to perform a Halloween show Friday; 16th annual Regency Mile race scheduled for Sunday.Support the show

A new golf tournament is coming to the region, following the Dominion Energy Charity Classic's 10-year run in Henrico; work on one Henrico road is taking longer than expected; a Fairfield town meeting will take place next week; Virginia Career Works is planning a career fair this week in Henrico; the Henrico Citizen named one of 12 'Local News Bright Spots' in the nation.Support the show

Saudi firefighters complete training in Henrico; GRTC is ending a Henrico bus route today; a plant festival scheduled for tomorrow in Eastern Henrico; speaker asks two Henrico supervisors to rescind endorsement of Jay Jones for attorney general; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Several hundred Henrico students participate in Challenger Day; RIC declines to show controversial video from Kristi Noem; Richmond Oktoberfest returns to Henrico this weekend; Halloween in the Hub planned tomorrow in Lakeside.Support the show

Henrico earns another quad-triple-A bond rating; Henrico supervisors approve 250 new homes; county purchases land adjacent to Echo Lake Elementary School for recreational use; 89 ICE flights now have flown out of Richmond International Airport this year.Support the show

A controversial data center proposal in the Varina District is withdrawn; a troubling health inspection at one Henrico nursing home; spotlighting a local cupcake business; three community meetings planned this month in the Varina District; Virginia was one of just three states to enact laws this year related to high-tech camera systems and license-plate readers.Support the show

Another change to the proposed redistricting plan involving Henrico schools; West Nile Virus risk down in the county; Virginia ranks No. 4 in the nation in student debt; celebrate Active Aging Week at the Henrico Sports and Events Center this morning; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Thousands of Henrico elementary school students walked or biked to school yesteday or are doing so today – here's why; Henrico-based Owens & Minor sells its primary segment to a Los Angeles-based company; Richmond Airport police officer injured while arrested 20-year-old man; panel discussion planned Oct. 23 as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Support the show

A woman is injured in a crash with a Henrico school bus; Henrico Planning Commission to weigh four residential rezoning proposals tomorrow; Henrico School Board to hear update student enrollment numbers tomorrow; St. Mary's Hospital breaks ground on major expansion project.Support the show

The Richmond Renaissance Faire is coming to Henrico next spring; Henrico Police identify the victim of a fatal weekend shooting; Henrico HEART seeks applications for environmental sustainability projects; the 2025 Bug Bizarre is coming this weekend. Support the show

Henrico Schools' officials host their second town hall meeting about redistricting; 21-year-old charged in fatal crash that claimed life of 53-year-old Henrico man; two Henrico officials honored by BikeWalkRVA; HCPS Band Showcase scheduled for tonight at 6.Support the show

Henrico officials approve plans for $303-million water main extension; Henrico Theatre Company announces expansion of 46th season; Forward Foundation to host fundraiser in Henrico tomorrow; Glen Allen Day and Varina Fair highlight a busy Saturday in Henrico; our weekly Restaurant Watch.Support the show

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.Support the show

Local candidates for the Virginia General Assembly discuss housing affordability; ChamberRVA to host Henrico Business Council program today at 1; your chance to hear lives blues each of the next two weekends.Support the show

A groundbreaking celebration in Varina; a shot is fired during a youth soccer game in Henrico; some Northern Henrico residents and businesses could experience lower-than-normal water pressure this morning. Support the show

Goochland officials advance a plan that could result in a small nuclear power facility near the Henrico border; the Virginia Board of Education votes to toughen testing standards; the Shepherd's Center of Virginia will host a lunch talk on Wednesday in Henrico. Support the show

Hidden in plain sight: Richmond International Airport has become an ICE deportation flight hub; Henrico School Board removes three scenarios from redistricting proposal; Colonial Heights man dies after tire blows on I-295; arguments begin for proposed Dominion Energy facility in Chesterfield County; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

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.Support the show

A meeting tonight will address safety along a West End corridor in front of three schools; Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger campaigns in Henrico; CCV wins 32nd annual Thalhimer tennis competition; Henrico Police officer faces drunk driving charge; Henrico, InUnison host business town hall event for businesses tomorrow.Support the show

RIC's busiest month ever; Henrico Schools officials host a community meeting to receive input about proposed redistricting options; an elevated risk of West Nile Virus in Henrico; the Henrico Investment Program expands to four new areas.Support the show

Goochland County officials plan a second public hearing next week to consider plans that would allow a small modular nuclear reactor near the Henrico border; early voting begins today in Virginia; at an Innsbrook campaign stop, Congressman Rob Wittman praises the 'Big, Beautiful Bill;' Lewis Ginter's fall plant sales is today and tomorrow; Crossroads Art Center hosts an open house and artist reception tonight; your last chance to help support the Citizen during our 24th anniversary week; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

A message from Henrico Citizen Owner/Publisher Tom Lappas Support the show

Visitors to Henrico spent a record amount last year; the Richmond International Dance Festival comes to Henrico this weekend; a Fairfield Forum town hall meeting is planned tonight; four new exhibits open today at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen; two chances to hear live music tonight; how to support a nonprofit and the Henrico Citizen today.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials set three town hall meeting dates to receive input about proposed school redistricting plan; demand is up but donations are down for the Henrico Community Food Bank; an international company announces a $28.5-million expansion in Eastern Henrico; Henrico Planning Commission recommends approval of three residential developments, denial of another.Support the show

Approval, and an opening date, for the Roseshire Gaming Parlor in Henrico's Near West End; Henrico County reclaims control of the former Best Products site in Northern Henrico; Bark in the Park event raises $20,000 for homeless pets; it's Virginia Spirits Month; our birthday week continues with your chance to claim a mini power bank.Support the show

The Henrico School Board weighs a redistricting proposal that would affect 16 schools; the Virginia Racing Commission is expected to consider issuing an operational license to the Roseshire Gaming Parlor today; a Henrico substitute teacher embarks upon a 1,400-mile bike trip to inspire students; a JetBlue plane damages the Applebee's restaurant at Richmond International Airport; requesting your support as the Citizen's 24th anniversary week begins.Support the show

Where speed cushions are coming in Henrico this fall; why one low-performing Henrico nursing home received $700,000 in extra government funding; a 5k will benefit the Henrico Recovery Court; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Henrico supervisors reject plans for a 49-home subdivision in Highland Springs; the Henrico School Board will meet today and weigh potential options to address capacity issues at several schools; details about Henrico's new veterans' docket and how officials hope it will help veterans facing legal charges.Support the show

A US Senator thinks Henrico's approach to affordable housing could become a national model; profiles of the two candidates for Virginia governor; Three Chopt Chats meeting planned for Sept. 16; Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan announces her Veteran of the Year program; two Henrico winners are among 24 honorees at the VRLTA 'Ordinary Awards' celebration.Support the show

Henrico supervisors will consider two residential rezoning cases tonight; Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney Shannon Taylor officials enters Congressional race; St. Mary's Hospital becomes first in region to use new atrial fibrillation system; state joins national effort to warn of train dangers.Support the show

Dissecting Henrico students' performance on the 2024-25 SOL exams; a busy agenda for the Henrico Planning Commission later this week, including a controversial data center case; hundreds attend the second annual Regional Recovery Day in Henrico; the Roseshire gaming facility will have to wait another week to learn whether it will receive a license from the Virginia Racing Commission.Support the show

One of two final hurdles for a controversial planned gaming parlor in the West End could come Monday; a restaurant employee dies in a tractor-trailer crash in Eastern Henrico; Wittman, McClellan to host Service Academy Day next week; Henrico Fire chief named to new state nursing home advisory board; Zaxby's closes a Henrico location; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show