Henrico News Minute

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A controversial data center proposal in the Varina District is withdrawn; a troubling health inspection at one Henrico nursing home; spotlighting a local cupcake business; three community meetings planned this month in the Varina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

A prominent Henrico official may be entering a US Congressional race; an Armenian company makes Henrico its US headquarters; a benefit 5k will honor the life of a late Deep Run High School student; Three Lakes Nature Center will reopen next week with three days of community events.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials planning for ways to address capacity issues; why one Henrico company is going nuts; your chance to sign up for a floorball league; a winning $50,000 lottery ticket is sold at a Henrico grocery store; Forbes ranks Henrico Schools as one of Virginia's top employers.Support the show

A four-day charrette to help plan the future of Lakeside concludes with the presentation of tentative plans; two people sentenced to 60 years in jail for the murder of a man in Short Pump two years ago; why train service through the Staples Mill Amtrak station often is delayed.Support the show

Henrico's board of supervisors gets tough on vape shops; home sales, median prices up in Henrico in July; BRAKES safe-driving training program for teens coming to Henrico next week; Tuckahoe Talk meeting planned next week; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Some residents call for changes to Three Chopt Road after 11-year-old is struck and killed; how to register for the Henrico Fire Civilians Fire Academy; three Henrico students honored by Richmond Navy League Council; the final day of the four-day Lakeside charrette takes place today; three chances to see live music tonight.Support the show

Lakeside residents weigh in on the region's future during charrette; a new nickname for Henrico and Chesterfield counties?; the Henrico School Board will receive an update about its Henrico CARES program tomorrow.Support the show

Henrico's board of supervisors will meet twice today; the county plans an afternoon press conference to announce anticipated positive financial news; victims of two fatal crashes are identified; the second day of the four-day Lakeside charrette is today; legendary former Highland Springs High School basketball coach George Lancaster dies.Support the show

A four-day charrette in Lakeside begins today; Henrico EDA's executive director to retire; man says a foot wound became infested with maggots at a Henrico healthcare and rehabilitation facility.Support the show

A man tries to lock Henrico employees inside a county government building; why Henrico EMS officials say they are struggling to keep up with he volume of 911 calls; 2 new Virginia State troopers assigned to be assigned to Henrico.Support the show

Henrico Police seek assistance locating a missing man with special needs; Richmond Raceway learns its 2026 NASCAR schedule; our 'Plate and Goblet' provides an update on the county's restaurant scene; a movie night planned at Crump Park tomorrow.Support the show

The Henrico Planning Commission endorses the first residential development proposed under a new zoning district; Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan opens the application process for her Youth Advisory Council; the Henrico Education Foundation names its new CEO; sewage leak forces temporary closure of Virginia Capital Trail section.Support the show

Henrico Schools' new stricter cell phone policy takes effect; two live music opportunities on Thursday night.Support the show

Highland Springs residents are torn about a proposed subdivision; your chance to weigh in on the future of Lakeside next week; why Buz Grossberg is putting his famous BBQ restaurant on the market; ham radio license courses are now registering; Lewis Ginter's 'Groovin' in the Garden' concert series features Fitz and the Tantrums this week.Support the show

Varina residents push back on plans for a data center in their community; US Congressman Rob Wittman's office plans a job fair; a traffic alert for I-95 in Northern Henrico; the James River Association seeks public input; 2 people connected to Henrico driving school held on child abuse charges.Support the show

A controversial gaming parlor announces plans to open this fall in the West End; Henrico Fire officials host 'Girls on Fire' camp for youngsters; it's race week at Richmond Raceway; Henrico supervisors approve participation in opioid-settlement plan, expand Henrico Investment Program boundaries.Support the show

The Henrico Board of Supervisors will meet today; the victim of a fatal West End motorcycle crash is identified; a weekend shooting damages cars in a parking lot at an apartment complex; a 2-mile stretch of Sadler Road is closed for several weeks.Support the show

Plans for change on Route 5 in Varina attract a crowd at public meeting; an update on the planned construction of a new Quioccasin Middle School; Henrico seeks a quad-AAA bond rating ahead of bond issuance.Support the show

Recapping Henrico's National Night Out celebrations; today is the last day to respond to a VDOT survey about the potential elimination of Exit 80 on I-95; U.S. Senator Mark Warner introduces legislation to foster more affordable housing; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch; a Henrico student earns an HCA Healthcare scholarship.Support the show

Officials relaunch the JA Career Center at the Junior Achievement Finance Park in Henrico; your chance to see drivers ages 5 to 16 compete at Richmond Raceway next week; August is National Breastfeeding Month, and RHHD officials want the public to know about its services; private West End preschool mourn the loss of longtime owner.Support the show

Henrico County celebrates plans for a new park in the West End; today is National Night Out; back-to-school vaccination clinics planned; our Henrico Small Business Spotlight focus shines on Bloomistry.Support the show

A shooting reported this morning in Innsbrook; VDOT wants your input about the potential removal of Exit 80 off I-95 in Lakeside; Amtrak ridership is up but customer complaints are, too; National Night Out is tomorrow.Support the show

A Henrico teacher and her fiance are found guilty of child abuse; the former administrator of a Henrico nursing home faces disciplinary action; a public meeting outlines plans for the New Market Heights Trail in Varina; our Restaurant Watch and Weekend Top 5Support the show