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A podcast about all things "mom" – from parenting and family topics to health, entertainment, fitness, and more. Host Tara Gray engages with Metro Richmond, Va. experts, business and community leaders and others for insightful and fun conversations sure to resonate with moms everywhere.

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    Family mourns Henrico father killed trying to de-escalate argument

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 0:42


    Fifty-five-year-old James Brandon Jr. was a good Samaritan. On the evening of October 3, Crime Insider sources say Brandon tried to break up an argument between a man and a woman. The de-escalation, happening in the parking lot of a Henrico County McDonald's, turned deadly, and Brandon was fatally shot. Brandon was taken to VCU Medical Center, where he later died. Family members tell Jon Burkett and sources also confirm that he was trying to calm an argument between Tony Johnson and a woman. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article LinkSupport the show

    Restaurant Watch

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 10:21


    SEPT. 18 Daddio's Grille, 12385 Gayton Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: no supervisors or managers are certified food protection managers; person in charge couldn't provide food protection manager certificate; temperatures of container of pizza sauce and cheese in prep unit are elevated; several cleaning spray bottles at bar and in kitchen are unlabeled; observed small flies at bar in smoking area; prep and single cutting boards are heavily scratched and stained brown; metal wires are bent and breaking on fryer baskets; observed food debris and grease residue on wire storage racks, under grill, and...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Property Transactions: Sept. 18-24, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 5:03


    1805 Poplar Green, Tuckahoe District - 0,000, 1,458 SF (built in 1986), from William E. Daner Jr. and Betty B. Daner to Hanover Home Buyers LLC. 508 Luther Road, Varina District - 4,950, 1,152 SF (built in 1968), from Raymond Trippet to Stephanie A. Curtis. 10216 Wolfe Manor Court, Unit 0205, Brookland District - 0,000, 956 SF (built in 1995), from Steven L. and Ashley V. Cogbill to Philip C. Snell and Ellen M. Boesner Trustees. 4681 Four Seasons Terrace, Unit F, Brookland District - 0,000, 1,145 SF (built in 1989), from Georgia Moudilos to Rebecca M. Reynolds. 4136 White...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Citizen earns national Press Forward grant

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 2:15


    The Henrico Citizen is among five local newsrooms in Virginia and 205 nationally selected to receive funding from Press Forward, a nationwide philanthropic initiative that aims to strengthen communities through local journalism. The grantees – at least one in each state, as well as Puerto Rico and Guam – were announced today by the organization and The Miami Foundation, which serves as its fiscal sponsor. Press Forward intends to provide 0 million in funding for local journalism during the next five years. The grants announced today resulted from the initiative's first open call for funding; each publication will receive funding...Article LinkSupport the show

    Life with Justin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 8:02


    Raise the subject of medical history among parents of special-needs children, and the diagnosis stories can be heard in abundance. Perhaps parents learned of their child's differences in pregnancy, or at birth. Perhaps it was a slow dawning of awareness as an infant missed the usual developmental milestones – or a sickening sense that something was wrong as a toddler suffered a series of illnesses or crises. But what about the truly puzzling cases when something is obviously not right with a child – yet the constellation of symptoms is vague, and the maladies seem to come and go –...Article LinkSupport the show

    Milestones: Oct. 15, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 2:04


    Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently announced additional key administration and board appointments: State Rehabilitation Council for the Blind and Vision Impaired – John Leopold of Henrico, chief administrative officer at Goodwill of Central and Coastal Virginia; Live Horseracing Compact Committee – Waqas Ahmed of Henrico, executive secretary at Virginia Racing Commission; State Emergency Medical Services Advisory Board – Lisa Baber of Henrico, deputy fire chief at New Kent County Fire and Rescue Department. * * * Anabelle Krawitz of Henrico recently joined the Class of 2028 at Hamilton College in Clinton, N.Y. Krawitz is a graduate of Glen Allen High School....Article LinkSupport the show

    Richmond Metro Habitat for Humanity to host 'She Builds Bash' Oct. 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 1:48


    Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity is commemorating the 10th anniversary of its Women Build program with the first-ever She Builds Bash, a night of celebration and fundraising, Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Foundation, 401 East Grace Street in Richmond. The organization's Women Build program, which engages women in the construction of affordable housing, has completed 10 home builds and raised more than 0,000 for affordable housing initiatives, engaging more than 2,000 local women in the process. This year alone, the program witnessed more than 400 volunteers contribute to the near completion of an entire Habitat...Article LinkSupport the show

    Atlantic Union Bank hosting food drive through Nov. 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 0:56


    Atlantic Union Bank is hosting a non-perishable food drive at all of its branches, beginning Oct. 15, to help stock local food pantries and provide meals for families in need this holiday season. The drive will continue through Nov. 15. Donations will be accepted at the branches during normal business hours. “Food insecurity affects millions of American families, and many of those impacted aren't a faraway statistic. They're right here in our communities,” said Nathalia Artus, head of Community Impact at Atlantic Union Bank. “We're proud to do our part by coordinating this food drive and rallying our communities to...Article LinkSupport the show

    New Chick-fil-A location to open in Eastern Henrico Oct. 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 1:23


    A new Chick-fil-A restaurant will open in Eastern Henrico Thursday, Oct. 17. The restaurant, located at 4808 Nine Mile Road (near its intersection with South Laburnum Avenue), will be open for dine-in, drive-through, carry-out and delivery from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with extended hours until 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The new location will be owned and operated by Greg Williams, who also operates the Chick-fil-A at nearby White Oak Village. It will join more than 25 other Chick-fil-A restaurants in the Richmond-Petersburg region. “The new restaurant is not just about welcoming more guests, but also...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Planning Commission recommends denial of proposed data center near Henrico HS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 1:48


    At its Oct. 10 meeting, the Henrico Planning Commission issued a rare recommendation of denial, to a proposed data center and light industrial complex in the Fairfield District on the Richmond-Henrico Turnpike near its intersection with Azalea Avenue. Planning Department staff had recommended approval, but the proposal had raised opposition from nearby residents who cited noise, traffic, and environmental concerns. The property is located a mile from Henrico High School and sits near the Azalea Flea Market and an Amazon distribution center. The developer, BWS Enterprises LLC, already had modified the proposal during its consultation with the Planning department, first...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico supervisors approve Reynolds Crossing mixed-use redevelopment plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 3:40


    The Henrico Board of Supervisors in September approved redevelopment plans for Reynolds Crossing that will turn the office park (at the intersection of West Broad Street and Forest Avenue) into a mixed-use development with approximately 1,500 residential units. The development is expected to proceed in six phases during a period of 15 to 20 years: • Phase 1 would replace the existing parking lot on Forest opposite Crestview Elementary School with a purely residential building; • Phase 2A would replace the Plaza Azteca and its parking lot at the corner of West Broad and Forest with a 12-story mixed-use building...Article LinkSupport the show

    Overnight lane closures planned on South Laburnum Avenue Oct. 14-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 0:32


    The southbound lanes on South Laburnum Avenue and a portion of Thornhurst Street near Jacob L. Adams Elementary School will close overnight Monday and Tuesday for waterline maintenance. The roads will close between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m., beginning the evenings of Oct. 14 and Oct. 15. Traffic will be detoured using Gay Avenue, Masonic Lane and Nine Mile Road. The roads will be operable during daytime hours.Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico School Board approves 3-story building design for Quioccasin Middle School rebuild project

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 5:10


    The new Quioccasin Middle School building, set to open in the summer of 2027, will be three stories and feature an innovation lab with outdoor learning spaces, an outdoor courtyard, and more new amenities. Henrico School Board members approved the schematic design for the rebuild of Quioccasin Middle Oct. 10, with the total project estimated to cost million using funds from the county's 2022 bond referendum. The project's design firm, Moseley Architects, predicts that construction on the new building will start in the late summer of 2025 and take about two years. The new school building will be constructed...Article LinkSupport the show

    Business in brief: Oct. 14, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 4:58


    Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer recently announced the following lease transaction in Henrico County: First Watch Restaurants, Inc. – leased 1.2 acres of land at Stuart's Crossing Shopping Center, Brook Road at Jeb Stuart Parkway (Connie Jordan Nielsen and Alicia Brown represented the landlord and David Crawford represented the tenant). * * * Commonwealth Commercial Partners, LLC recently announced the following lease transactions in Henrico County: Dominion Capital Mortgage, Inc. – leased 2,242 SF at 3900 Westerre Parkway (Eric Hammond, Eliza Izard and Russell Wyatt represented the landlord); Cantor Grana Buckner Bucci, P.C. – renewed its lease of 7,140 SF...Article LinkSupport the show

    Richmond Raceway to host 'Track Laps for Charity' Oct. 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:29


    Richmond Raceway will host Track Laps for Charity Oct. 16 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., allowing fans to drive five laps around the track for . All proceeds will benefit Richmond Raceway Cares (a donor-advised fund of The NASCAR Foundation) and the Autism Society of Central Virginia. The event also will serve as a collection point for hurricane relief efforts, with donations of bottled water and diapers (child and adult) accepted. Participants and those making donations can enter through the main gate at 600 East Laburnum Avenue. “We're pleased to continuously put on our popular Track Laps for Charity...Article LinkSupport the show

    Portion of Kain Road to close Oct. 14-15

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 0:23


    Kain Road will be closed between North Gayton Road and Pouncey Tract Road in Short Pump from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 for the installation of utility lines. Traffic will be detoured using North Gayton and Pouncey Tract.  Article LinkSupport the show

    Virginia529 rebranding to Commonwealth Savers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:14


    Education savings program Virginia529 is rebranding as Commonwealth Savers to reflect its expanded mission beyond education savings. The organization also will rebrand its flagship education savings plan as Invest529. The rebranding reflects Commonwealth Savers' goal to become a national leader in comprehensive financial wellness, offering savings options for education, disability, and retirement, according to organization officials. In addition to Invest529, Commonwealth Savers oversees ABLEnow (a national savings program for people with disabilities) and RetirePath Virginia (a state-sponsored retirement savings program). “As we change our name and expand our offerings, some things will never change," said Mary Morris, CEO of Commonwealth...Article LinkSupport the show

    Son of Tom Leonard's Farmers Market owner named store's president

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:38


    The son of the namesake of Tom Leonard's Farmers Market has been named the Short Pump retailer's president. T.J. Leonard, who also is the grandson of well-known retailer Stew Leonard, Sr., will oversee daily operations, planning, and finance, taking the helm from his father, Tom, who has been the sole president since the store's opening in 1991. “T.J. might have been born into retailing, but he's spent the past 20 years learning from some of the best grocers in the industry," Tom Leonard said. "I am confident T.J. will be an excellent leader for our 65 team members at Tom...Article LinkSupport the show

    Dorey Park Farmers Market to host tribute hula hoop dance party Oct. 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 0:38


    The Dorey Park Farmers Market will host a hula hoop dance party this Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m. to celebrate the life of Rick McNeil, a member of the market community who died. McNeil was known for sharing his passion for history at the market's History Table for many years, and he also was an avid hula hooper. The market will provide hula hoops for attendees to borrow, courtesy of Host of Sparrows, or guests are welcome to bring their own. The farmers market takes place at Dorey Park, near the barn, 2999 Darbytown Road in Varina.Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Schools to host marching band showcase Oct. 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 0:56


    Marching bands from Henrico County's nine comprehensive high schools will perform at the school division's annual Band Showcase Oct. 21 at Hermitage High School (8301 Hungary Spring Road) beginning at 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Donations for the Henrico Christmas Mother campaign – especially canned goods, peanut butter, cereal, crackers, hats and gloves, socks and monetary contributions – will be accepted at the gate. Linda Melton, this year's Henrico Christmas Mother, will be at the event to greet attendees and donors and to share more information about the program. Melton, a 40-year veteran of...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Crime Report: Oct. 4-10, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 5:05


    800 block of East Parham Road, Fairfield District – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with shoplifting, possession of marijuana, and a weapons charge at a liquor store Oct. 4 at 1:59 p.m. 300 block of Newbridge Road, Varina District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at an apartment complex Oct. 4 at 4:33 p.m. 9900 block of Ridgefield Parkway, Three Chopt District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with brandishing a firearm at a park/recreation center Oct. 4 at 7:02 p.m. 8700 block of Three Chopt Road, Tuckahoe District – Police arrested and charged...Article LinkSupport the show

    GRTC, Henrico officials prepare for 8-stop westward expansion of Pulse service

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 4:50


    Henrico citizens had a chance Oct. 1 to learn more about the planned westward expansion of GRTC's Pulse rapid transit service along the county's West Broad Street corridor from Willow Lawn to Parham Road. During a community open house at Libbie Mill Library, hosted by GRTC and Henrico County, attendees reviewed current plans and provided input about them. As part of the expansion, GRTC will add eight new Pulse stops along the corridor, as well as high-quality level boarding stations, providing safe places for transit riders to wait. The current Pulse route, which stretches from Willow Lawn through downtown and...Article LinkSupport the show

    Weekend Top 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 4:30


    Tom Leonard's Farmers Market will host a Halloween Movie Night featuring the film “It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” on Friday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. in the market's outdoor theater. Free popcorn will be available. Admission is free. All ages invited. Bring your own seating. Tom Leonard's is located at 4150 Tom Leonard Drive across from West Broad Village near Short Pump. Click here for details or call (804) 364-5800. * * * Goochland-based Slate River Band will perform at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 3 p.m. Led by former Pinecastle recording...Article LinkSupport the show

    Obituary - Liam Oliver Mancuso Palma

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:45


    Liam Oliver Mancuso Palma, 23, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Liam was born in Michoacan, Mexico, and emigrated to the United States on his own at age 14. After graduating from Douglas Freeman High School in 2020, Liam was a valued employee at Publix grocery store and later worked at a restaurant in downtown Richmond. At the time of his death, Liam had begun the process of enlisting in the United States Navy. Liam was a kind and brave young man who had endured many hardships to blossom into his true self, navigating the confusing...Article LinkSupport the show

    Obituary - Donna Cleaves Kratzert

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:24


    Donna Cleaves Kratzert, 67, of Glen Allen, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She died peacefully with family members at her side. Donna was born December 25, 1956, in Colonial Beach, Virginia to Ruby and Bernard Cleaves. She graduated from Colonial Beach High School in 1975. She is survived by her loving husband, Chuck; daughter, Ruby; son, Charlie (Sarah); two brothers, Larry (Betty) and Ben (Faith); and other family and friends. Donna was known for her caring and generous spirit, and devotion to her family. Besides being a wonderful cook, she was a talented individual with a passion...Article LinkSupport the show

    Obituary - Theresa Mae Sears Treumer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:23


    Theresa Mae (Sears) Treumer, 91, passed away on October 4, 2024. Born in Easthampton, Massachusetts on November 2, 1932. Preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Eva (Lebeau) Sears, her husband Clarence (Parse) Treumer, her brother Raymond Sears, her sisters Ella Pacocha and Florence Mayo, her son Henry Brissette III and wife Martha (Blevins) Brissette. She is survived by her sister Elaine Marshall, her daughter Carol Brissette (Julie Pretko), her son Daniel Brissette (Teresa Brissette) and many great grandchildren, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Theresa attended Parochial School Notre Dame in Easthampton, Massachusetts for 9 years. She is a 1949...Article LinkSupport the show

    Obituary - Laura Mae Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:35


    Laura Mae Williams, 96, of Richmond went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. She is the daughter of the late Charles Huff and Pearlie Linkous Huff and is preceded in death by her siblings, Carlyn Huff, Clara Bell Sheppard, Roy Huff, Samuel Huff, Maudia Ramsey, Charles Huff, Pauline Mullen, Treva Huff and Charlene Keen. Laura is also reunited in passing with her loving husband of 47 years, Charlie C. Williams. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Tanya Marie Harvey; brothers, Albert Huff, Billy Huff and Boyd Huff and numerous nieces and nephews. Laura traveled to...Article LinkSupport the show

    Obituary - Joseph Julian Dziuba Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 1:25


    Joseph Julian Dziuba, Jr., 58, of Henrico, VA, went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2024. He is preceded into heaven by his parents, Joseph Julian Dziuba, Sr. and Sarah Sledd Dziuba. He is survived by his sisters, Mary Grigg and Sarah Baltz (David); nephews, Marc Grigg (Kelsie), Tyler Baltz (Kirsten), and Corey Baltz (Courtney); great-nephews, Adam Baltz and Dylan Baltz; as well as a host of extended family and friends, all of whom will miss him greatly. Known by ‘Jay' to everyone, had a long career working for the company his parents started, The Office, Inc., formerly...Article LinkSupport the show

    J.R. Tucker High School's Spanish Center celebrates 30 years of 'bridging cultures'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 5:41


    Suzie Hester, the director of Henrico Schools' Center for Spanish Language and Global Citizenship, was shuffling through papers in her office one day when she saw an old newspaper clipping from the Henrico Citizen. “Tucker High School's Specialty Center commemorates 10 years.” The article was published in 2004, exactly 20 years ago. Hester, realizing that 2024 was the 30th anniversary of the Spanish Center, decided that now would be the time to invite back all of the center's alumni for a big celebration – including a dinner of Spanish paella and music by a Spanish guitarist. “We're going all out,”...Article LinkSupport the show

    Restaurant Watch

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 10:18


    SEPT. 12 New Hunan Gourmet, 3107 Mechanicsville Turnpike – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: dishes found in kitchen hand sink; raw chicken stored over seafood and raw shrimp stored over produce in walk-in cooler; bulk bins of sugar, flour and rice and containers of powdery white substances on hot line are unlabeled; front door to the restaurant was left wide open with no screen door and flies are throughout the establishment; food is stored directly on walk-in cooler floor; bag of onions stored directly on kitchen floor; walk-in cooler thermostat isn't working; reach-in cooler door gaskets...Article LinkSupport the show

    Person in critical condition after being pulled from West End home by Henrico firefighter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 0:27


    One person was listed in critical condition after Henrico County firefighters pulled them from a West End home early Thursday. Henrico County fire crews were called to the 1700 block of Shewalt Drive just before 3 a.m. Thursday. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article LinkSupport the show

    Deep Run High School graduate Kirkland reflects on his journey to the Richmond Kickers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 6:09


    Soccer has been part of Josh Kirkland's life since he was four. The boyhood Arsenal F.C. fan started his career for the Richmond Strikers Elite team at 10 before becoming a star for his high school and college teams. And last month, he signed a contract with his hometown team, the Richmond Kickers. After months on trial, Kirkland (who starred at Deep Run High School and was an All-American forward at the University of Mary Washington) made his dream a reality by signing with the USL1 team Sept. 12. During his time with the Strikers as a youngster, Kirkland established...Article LinkSupport the show

    UR event addresses overlap between housing, education equity

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 4:03


    Researchers and advocates discussed zoning ordinances and education equity in the Richmond area at an event at the University of Richmond Oct. 3. The event, titled “Reading Between the Lines: Zoning, Housing, and Education in the Richmond Region,” was hosted by UR in collaboration with Partnership for Housing Affordability, HousingForward Virginia, The Commonwealth Institute, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education, VCU Research Institute for Social Equity, Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Virginia, and the RVA Eviction Lab. Researchers from HousingForward Virginia spent the first half of the evening introducing the Virginia Zoning Atlas, a statewide map showing data about the...Article LinkSupport the show

    Man suffering life-threatening injuries after Henrico shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 0:26


    A man is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting near the 370 block of North Laburnum Avenue, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett. Henrico Police have confirmed the shooting took place shortly after 8 p.m. Tuesday. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article LinkSupport the show

    UR launches Humanities Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 1:58


    The University of Richmond has launched a new initiative, the Humanities Center, to support and promote research and scholarship in the humanities across the university. The center will highlight the importance of humanities disciplines and offer opportunities for students and faculty to engage in collaborative work. "The humanities at UR are not defined as a set of majors, minors, or departments, rather these disciplines are a cluster of intellectual practices that get taken up in every field of study across all of the University's five schools,” said Nathan Snaza, director of the Humanities Center. He emphasized the critical role of...Article LinkSupport the show

    As Henrico Sports and Events Center nears its one-year anniversary, officials discuss future plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 5:01


    For more than 30 years, Dennis Bickmeier has had a front-row seat to what he calls the “business of sports.” From his 11-year tenure as president of Richmond Raceway to his current role as director of the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority, which he's held since its creation more than two years ago, Bickmeier not only has gotten to witness some monumental sports moments up close, but he has also had a hand in making sure those events are carried to fruition. “What I feel about the Sports and Entertainment Authority position, it's taken everything I've done over the course...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Property Transactions: Sept. 11-17, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 4:45


    3823 Creighton Road, Fairfield District - 1,000, 1,415 SF (built in 1940), from Bruce S. Foster to Buying Virginia LLC. 1511 Regency Woods Road, Unit 102, Tuckahoe District - 5,000, 1,201 SF (built in 1980), from George C. Hsu Trustee to Morgan Stubbs. 2600 Hungary Road, Brookland District - 5,000, 922 SF (built in 1956), from Anthony Lynn Padgett to Cone Investments LLC. 305 Rollingview Drive, Varina District - 0,000, 1,200 SF (built in 1974), from Anna L. Gutzke and Crystal Gutzke Wilmhoff to Brian and Rachel McCracken. 7516 Moss Side Avenue, Fairfield District - 5,000, 1,196 SF (built in...Article LinkSupport the show

    Richmond Region Tourism offers 2 new grants for local events, hotels

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 1:26


    In an effort to bolster tourism and support local businesses, Richmond Region Tourism has announced two new grant programs. The Special Event Grant program and the Hotel Workforce Intern Grant program, both funded by the Tourism Improvement District, aim to attract visitors to the region and support the hospitality industry. The Special Event Grant program offers up to ,000 to organizers of new special events, those within their first three years, or newly created events that enhance existing ones. To qualify, events must attract at least 25% of their attendees from outside a 50-mile radius of the Richmond, region with...Article LinkSupport the show

    ZoeRVA Health opens practice in Glen Allen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 0:41


    ZoeRVA Health recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest practice, Zoe Primary Care, at 4191 Innslake Drive, Suite 212 in Glen Allen. Zoe Primary Care offers medical services to individuals and families of all ages, with services that include wellness and sick visits, point-of-care testing, immunizations, chronic condition management, physicals, and women's health offerings, among others. "We are thrilled to open our doors to the community and provide a space where patients can receive the care they need in a comfortable and compassionate setting," said Yvonne Campbell, CEO of ZoeRVA Health.Article LinkSupport the show

    Kiwanis Cup Golf Tournament scheduled for Oct. 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 1:18


    The Kiwanis Club of Richmond and Tuckahoe Kiwanis Club are joining forces to host the annual Kiwanis Cup Golf Tournament on Monday, Oct. 28, at Hermitage Country Club, 1248 Hermitage Road in Manakin-Sabot. The event will raise funds for two local children's charities, ChildSavers and Henrico CASA. The tournament will begin with registration at 11 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Box lunches will be available on the carts. and a presentation and awards dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. The Kiwanis Cup is a signature annual fundraiser for the Kiwanis Clubs, aiming to raise awareness and...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Bug Bizarre returns Oct. 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 1:00


    The Henrico Extension Bug Bizarre will return to Deep Run Recreation Center Saturday, Oct. 12, offering a unique and educational experience for people of all ages. The free event will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the center, located at 9900 Ridgefield Parkway. The Bug Bizarre will provide a closer look into the world of insects. Attendees can get up close and personal with live insects, including hissing cockroaches, tarantulas, and a diverse collection in the "bug zoo." Experts will be present to provide insights into various entomology-related topics, including pollinators, garden insects, forest pests, and public...Article LinkSupport the show

    Oct. 15 event offers free assistance to veterans and their families

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 1:02


    Veterans and their families can get free assistance with their benefits claims at an information seminar hosted by the Disabled American Veterans on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The seminar will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Military Retirees Club, located at 2220 Chamberlayne Avenue in Richmond. The seminar will be staffed by DAV national service officers who can provide professional support to veterans throughout the claims and appeals process. Attendees are encouraged to bring identification, their Social Security number, and any relevant military service documentation. DAV is a nonprofit charity that provides a variety of services to...Article LinkSupport the show

    Youngkin issues executive order creating Office of First Responder Wellness

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 1:58


    Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin Oct. 7 issued Executive Order 38, which directs the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security to establish an Office of First Responder Wellness at the Department of Criminal Justice Services. The initiative aims to address the mental and physical health challenges faced by first responders in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Citing the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia, Youngkin emphasized the need to support those who are on the front lines. "The data clearly shows that repeated traumatic events experienced by first responders takes a toll on the human body, mind, and...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico School Board to vote on design for rebuild of Quioccasin Middle School

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 2:44


    At a work session Oct. 10, Henrico School Board members will vote on the schematic design for the rebuild of Quioccasin Middle School, which is scheduled to be completed in the winter of 2027. The design for the million project, funded by the county's 2022 bond referendum, proposes a new three-story building just north of the existing track field. The current building would be demolished to allow for the construction of a new baseball field and softball field – both with stadium lights – four tennis courts with stadium lights, and additional parking. Construction on the new building is...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Police: 20-year-old man found dead in West End was murdered

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 0:57


    Henrico Police are investigating a death as a homicide after officers found a man's body the morning of Oct. 6 in the 700 block of Queens Crosse Court at the Kings Crossing apartment complex, off Patterson Avenue near Gaskins Road. Police responded to the scene at 10:02 a.m. after receiving a report of a suspicious death. When they arrived, they found the body of a 20-year-old man, later identified as Angelo Barry Ramirez, of Henrico. Police have not released any information about a possible suspect. Anyone with information about Ramirez's death is asked to contact Henrico Police Det. M. Rosser...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico registrar rejects Elon Musk repost questioning Henrico voter turnout in 2020 election

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 3:01


    Henrico County received some unexpected international attention Sunday night as the result of a post on X by the social media platform's owner, Elon Musk, who has more than 200 million followers. Musk reposted a tweet from last November made by user George Behizy that cited claims from “election integrity leaders in Virginia” who alleged that they had discovered that “many local precincts in Henrico County” reported voter turnout of more than 100% in the 2020 presidential election. “Is this accurate @CommunityNotes?” Musk posted, tagging the social media platform's open-source initiative that is designed to add “helpful context to posts...Article LinkSupport the show

    Why Henrico CASA needs 30 or more volunteers right now to help children in need

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 1:00


    Henrico CASA needs your help to stand up for kids who have experienced abuse or neglect. CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates and CASA volunteers are paired with children to review their circumstances and advocate for them in court so a judge can ultimately make the best possible decision about the child's situation. Henrico CASA leaders said they are in dire need of volunteers, as 28 children have been referred to them for help over the past few weeks. That number of new cases is alarming, according to Henrico CASA executive director Jeannine Panzera. "We have families that are...Article LinkSupport the show

    Business in brief: Oct. 7, 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 4:16


    Kitchen Classroom, a culinary education center providing hands-on cooking classes, has acquired Henrico-based RVA Food Safety LLC, a provider of in-person ServeSafe Manager classes and testing. The acquisition will expand Kitchen Classroom's services to offer food safety training and certification to food service professionals in the Richmond area, company officials said in a statement. RVA Food Safety will now leverage Kitchen Classroom's kitchen to enhance its classes and also plans to introduce Spanish language ServeSafe Manager classes in the late fall. ServeSafe certifications are valid for five years, necessitating ongoing training for industry professionals. * * * Jordan White has...Article LinkSupport the show

    Five Henrico schools lose full accreditation status

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 3:31


    Fourteen of Henrico County's public schools were marked as “accredited with conditions” by the Virginia Department of Education's accreditation system this year, including five that were labeled "fully accredited" last year. VDOE data released Sept. 30 designated 14% of schools statewide as accredited with conditions, compared to 21% of schools in Henrico. Virginia's school accreditation system, which is set to change next year, rates schools on several “school quality indicators,” including academic performance, achievement gaps between student groups, and student engagement. This year, Hermitage High, Henrico High, Hungary Creek Middle, Elko Middle, and Montrose Elementary were downgraded from “accredited” to...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico double-shooting victim dies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 0:54


    A double shooting in Henrico County Friday night has turned into a homicide investigation after one of the victims died. The incident occurred in 3600 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike at about 8:30 p.m. Police arrived to find two men suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds. Forty-four year-old Darnell Lee Porter, of Henrico, has died from his injuries, while the second victim remains in critical condition at a local hospital. Police continue to investigate the shooting but have not released any suspect information. Anyone with information about the shootings should contact Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers anonymously at (804) 780-1000 or P3tips.com or...Article LinkSupport the show

    Henrico Schools to host College and Career Night Oct. 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 1:17


    Henrico County Public Schools students of all ages and their families are invited to attend the countywide College and Career Night Oct. 22. The event will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Highland Springs High School, 200 South Airport Drive, Highland Springs, VA 23075. The event will feature representatives from nearly 100 two- and four-year colleges and universities, branches of the military, professional training programs, and local businesses and government agencies. Attendees can explore their post-secondary options and speak with representatives about programs, admissions, and career paths. To help families navigate the event efficiently, HCPS encourages students...Article LinkSupport the show

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