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A woman is struck and killed in Short Pump; Henrico's newest park earns a national award; Henrico officials break ground on a new detox center; Staples Mill Plaza shopping center has a new owner; Henrico Schools officials plan summer tour of 12 communities; your chance to 'Drive the Bus;' two Vietnamese authors will visit Tuckahoe Library on Saturday; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

Henrico government employees are now eligible to receive bonuses; Henrico Schools again recognized as a top community nationally for music education; Henrico Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors to hold public hearing about data center development tomorrow night; graduation season in Henrico is less than one week away.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials crowns its teacher of the year; a minor earthquake rattles part of the region; retired police detective expresses concerns about how Henrico Doctors' Hospital handled cases of alleged infant abuse; Henrico to host mental health, substance-use prevention event May 12; shoulder work on I-95 at Parham Road to continue this weekend. Support the show

Henrico County's Earth Day celebration is tomorrow; the planning commission votes on a proposed storage facility and plans a work session about data centers; a correction to a story about Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital's expansion plans; several Deep Run HS students are recognized in Washington, D.C. by Congressman Rob Wittman; a construction company donates $25,000 to Henrico Schools.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials proposing a bell-to-bell cell phone ban; Henrico's Tuckahoe Creek Park to expand; our weekly Henrico Small Business Spotlight; our education reporter, Liana Hardy, wins two Va. Press Association awards.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials are planning changes to teacher contracts in response to concerns; a state senator from Henrico who is seeking to become Democratic Party chair is questioned by an opponent; applications for the Henrico Junior 4-H Camp open next week; Henrico Jail East inmates get a visit from an American Idol champion; we want your opinion about housing, health and transportation.Support the show

The Henrico School Board approves its recommended budget for the coming fiscal year; a look back at the first year of Henrico Schools' CARES program; a bipartisan bill aims to improve prison education and reduce recidivism; the Richmond Home and Garden Show returns; our Weekend Top 5.Support the show

An update on the gaming facility planned in Henrico and language that could stop it; an inside look at what Henrico Schools spends its budget on each year; a look at Henrico's new proposed budget comes tomorrow; shots are fired in Northern Henrico in broad daylight, damaging buildings and vehicles.Support the show

A Super Bowl championship for a Henrico native; Henrico Schools officials plan their 16th high school specialty center; new townhome development approved on Church Road; how did bills from Henrico's General Assembly delegation fare before crossover? Support the show

Henrico Schools officials weigh a proposed $914-million budget for the coming fiscal year; Henrico Doctors' Hospital reopens its NICU unit for new admissions; legislation addresses automatic license plate readers; Virginia among seven states selected for grant to improve access to dual enrollment programs for high school students.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials want your input; bill passed by Virginia Senate would increase transparency in local land use decisions involving data centers; national speaker to visit University of Richmond; 'You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown' begins Thursday.Support the show

Will Henrico Schools Take on President Trump? (Hour 2) full 1418 Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:07:00 +0000 9miuDuCNmKeTFk4EYQqggs2Ul3TGXFKg news Richmond's Morning News news Will Henrico Schools Take on President Trump? (Hour 2) On Richmond's Morning News our team discusses the top stories of the day from around the world, nationally, in Virginia, and right here in the Richmond area.  Listen to news you can use, newsmakers, and analysis of what's happening every weekday from 5:30 to 10:00 AM on NewsRadio 1140 WRVA and 96.1 FM!   2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com

Recapping the Henrico Schools' Career Rodeo; Virginia Democrats work to protect expanded Medicaid coverage; two mothers work for safer driver and passenger laws in Virginia; our Henrico Small Business Spotlight focuses on a card and collectible show company; the Citizen debuts language-translation option.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials release a message about immigrant students in light of new policies from the federal government; the school system plans a 'Career Mega Sale;' applications are being accepted for HCPS preschool; our monthly dining round-up in 'Plate and Goblet.'Support the show

A proposal from state Senator Lashrecse Aird would provide $1 million to Henrico Schools; bills would improve access to critical healthcare services for people with disabilities; bill would make changes to state DUI laws in incidents occurring on private property; cannabis proponents visit the General Assembly; Henrico Police plan a rabies vaccination clinic next month.Support the show

A Henrico Schools program that's making a difference for teen boys; an update from the General Assembly; how Henrico officials are making Valentine's Day special for senior citizens – and how you can help. Support the show

Henrico Schools officials expand the school system's winter meals effort; historic land in Henrico will be protected; Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan urges Congress to extend states' ability to replace stolen SNAP funds; "The Nutcracker" begins tonight at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.Support the show

Henrico Schools officials weigh options in the aftermath of the brutal stabbing at Henrico HS 12 days ago; heartbreak for one Henrico County high school in its pursuit of a state football championship; a Varina man is honored by the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation; criminals steal 30 to 40 guns from a Henrico shop over the weekend.Support the show

Henrico names its teacher of the year; the county has 60 pedestrian-safety projects underway countywide; Henrico Schools earns federal funding for 10 zero-emission buses; Operation DISS-rupt to focus on I-95 corridor this weekend; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the show

A proposal before the Henrico Planning Commission this week could spur the development of more affordable housing units in the county; a senior living community is being planned in the Varina District; how Henrico Schools is working to fill teacher vacancies.Support the show

An 11-year-old Henrico boy whose fake bomb threats and school shooting reports terrorized a Florida community for nearly two weeks is sentenced; a former UVA student from Henrico pleads guilty to the 2022 murders of three UVA football players; six Innsbrook After Hours concerts announced; an offer for free meals during winter break for Henrico Schools family fills up in less than an hour.Support the show

Saturday voting begins this weekend; Henrico Schools officials launch first elements of student mental health initiative; two Henrico Civil War battlefields are protected; public comment opens as part of Henrico Police re-accreditation process; UR launches interactive map about US presidential elections.Support the show

Henrico Schools plans a newcomer event this weekend; the Henrico Citizen earns a national Press Forward grant; 40 animals await adoption at the Henrico Animal Shelter; this week's edition of "In the Garden."Support the show

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

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

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 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

For the first time publicly, members of the Henrico School Board discussed their thoughts on implementing collective bargaining for Henrico Schools employees, with some members expressing concerns that the initiative would come with negative consequences. At a meeting Sept. 26, HCPS Chief of Staff Holly Coy presented the board with more than 440 pages of information about how collective bargaining works in other Virginia school divisions, feedback from some HCPS staff, and research on how collective bargaining could impact the district. School board chair Alicia Atkins (Varina District) had requested information about collective bargaining back in May. HCPS officials contacted...Article LinkSupport the show

GRTC and Henrico to host a meeting tomorrow about Pulse expansion plans; Henrico Schools hosts its Life Ready Career Expo; a Henrico woman wins a $7-million Virginia Lottery scratcher game prize.Support the show

Spectators at Henrico County Public Schools-sponsored sporting events, such as football games, are now allowed to bring only clear or small handbags. Earlier this month, the school division announced that backpacks and large bags would no longer be allowed at athletic events. A clear bag policy is being phased in this season. Henrico is the latest school district to adopt stricter safety guidelines for spectators at after-school events. In August, Hanover County introduced a clear bag policy for sports events, and Richmond City banned all bags except for clear plastic bags used for childcare items. Click here to continue reading...Article LinkSupport the show

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Secretary of Labor Bryan Slater will attend the Henrico Workforce & Career Development (CTE) Life Ready Expo at Hermitage High School held Sept. 24 from 6 p.m to 8 p.m. Youngkin and Slater are set to visit the event, which allows Henrico students grades 6-12 and their families to meet with different employers, around 7:30 p.m. This year will feature 129 different businesses from 17 different career clusters, including construction, engineering, business management, health sciences, and more. Students and their families will get the opportunity to talk to employers about training programs, pay and benefits,...Article LinkSupport the show

Henrico Schools' Career Ladder program is expanding; a Glen Allen woman attacked in June by a shark shares her story; this week's Savvy Senior column details free or low-cost legal services for seniors; Our Laughter in the Rain event takes place in Short Pump; how you can support the Henrico Citizen this week.Support the show

Henrico Schools bus drivers, instructional assistants, and office professionals now will have the opportunity to earn up to a 15% pay increase through the division's Career Ladder Program, which offers staff free professional development. Initially launched in 2022 for classroom teachers and other educators, HCPS' Career Ladder offers 50 different “microcredentials,” short-term courses that are prerequisites for the rest of the program, and several “specializations,” long-term courses that lead to pay increases. Educators can earn up to three separate 4.8% pay increases by completing specializations, which include courses such as “Diverse Learners” and “Trauma-Informed Educators.” During the past two years,...Article LinkSupport the show

Henrico County Public Schools student have made some progress in improving standardized test scores since pass rates significantly dropped during the COVID-19 pandemic, but not all student groups have recovered at the same pace. The Virginia Department of Education released the scores of the 2023-2024 Standards of Learning tests Aug. 20, and Henrico's SOL pass rates this year have seen little change compared to last year but steady improvements compared to 2020-2021 during the midst of the pandemic. This year, 69% of Henrico students passed SOLs in reading, 66% passed SOLs in math, and 68% passed SOLs in science, with...Article LinkSupport the show

Following a U.S. Supreme Court decision on Aug. 16 that struck down new federal Title IX protections, the Henrico School Board will likely have to repeal recent changes made to the district's Title IX policies back in June. Policy changes made in June put Henrico Schools in alignment with new federal Title IX guidelines released in April, which aimed to provide more protections against sexual discrimination to students and school employees. These changes expanded the definition of sexual harassment to include “quid pro harassment” and “hostile environment harassment” and eliminated the distinction between formal and informal complaints. At a meeting...Article LinkSupport the show

Henrico County's Three Chopt District Supervisor Misty Whitehead was met with complicated feelings when she watched her 10-year-old son get on the bus to school the morning after a deadly school shooting at a Georgia high school. “I know we're all parents of Henrico County students, and it's another day after that I had to put my kid on a bus after other children didn't come home from their school day,” Whitehead said in an emotional speech at a Henrico Board of Supervisors retreat at Deep Run Recreation Center Sept. 5 with Henrico Schools officials. “So many of our kids...Article LinkSupport the show

There are only 30 “living buildings” in the world – the ultimate measure of environmental sustainability according to the International Living Future Institute. But Henrico Schools plans to add another building to that list. The Henrico School Board approved schematic designs on Aug. 22 for a new Center for Environmental Science and Sustainability, which is set to open at the end of 2026. The building, located on a 62-acre site within the 1,184-acre Wilton Farm tract in the Varina District, will be used on a regular basis by students in Varina High School's environmental studies specialty program as well as...Article LinkSupport the show

For the second year in a row, Henrico County Public Schools has been named one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" by Forbes magazine. The recognition is based on criteria such as working conditions, salary, diversity, and recommendations from within the state and from national industry and staff. HCPS employs more than 7,000 people and serves almost 50,000 students. Every employee's salary has increased by at least 13% in the past two years, and since 2012-13, teacher pay is up about 60% on average and all full-time employees have seen about a 49% bump in pay, according to officials. The system also...Article LinkSupport the Show.

School power outages and air conditioning issues caused Henrico Schools to cancel the first day of classes on Aug. 19 for three West End schools. On Friday, HCPS notified families from Rivers Edge Elementary that the school was experiencing power outages and would not open to students until Wednesday, Aug. 21. Families from Maybeury Elementary were notified late Sunday night that the school was without power due to storms in the area and would not open until Tuesday, Aug. 20. While students arrived Monday morning for the first day at Douglas S. Freeman High, they were sent home just a...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Henrico Schools officials help families, students get ready for the first day of school; a Henrico man and three family members win $1 million; Henrico officials are dedicating a sign to a longtime tourism official; Henricus Historical Park plans a living history event Saturday.Support the Show.

A look inside Henrico Schools' Community Learning Centers; two all-star baseball teams from Glen Allen are off to strong starts in World Series play; U.S. Congressman Rob Wittman plans public meeting about children's online safety this Friday in Henrico; Sportable to host two-day festival in Henrico this October.Support the Show.

Henrico County buys a golf course; Henrico Schools hosts its back-to-school kickoff event today; two adult recreational sports organizations merge; National Safe Digging Day is Sunday; our Weekend Top 5.Support the Show.

Henrico Schools set to join an opioid settlement; a 32-year-old man dies in a Near West End crash; Prep Baseball Tournaments sets a completion date for its new baseball complex in Henrico; a rabies clinic for dogs and cats is planned this month.Support the Show.

Henrico Schools officials are in the midst of a number of major renovation projects; Henrico Fire promotes 29 members; Tech for Troops earns a grant; two missing Goochland teens last seen in Short Pump; Henrico Schools to host a job fair Thursday.Support the Show.

An update on the Tuckahoe Little League renovation project; Henrico Schools plans its "Back to School Kickoff" event; our first "mobile newsroom" event planned for Monday; GRASP offers free financial aid application assistance for students; Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan presents federal grant to YWCA of Richmond.Support the Show.

Henrico tightens restrictions on vaping shops; Henrico Schools plans to create a mobile environmental classroom; a longtime local theatre finds a new home for its upcoming season; a mixed report on the James River; free HIV testing available at one Henrico pharmacy.Support the Show.

Henrico's first section of the Fall Line Trail opens today; the board of supervisors meets twice today; how Henrico Schools officials are working to reduce chronic absenteeism; another firearm stopped at RIC; a portion of Pemberton Road reopens.Support the Show.

Two  of the cleanest water sites along the James River are in Henrico; Henrico Schools plans a job fair; international wheelchair tennis tournament underway in the West End; Fairfield Supervisor Roscoe Cooper, III to host a constituent meeting; state police officials urge caution after deadly first week of summer; where to get a free donut today on National Donut Day; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch.Support the Show.

Henrico's board of supervisors to consider Sandston data center case tonight; Henrico's effort to expand broadband countywide earns federal funding; Henrico Schools to participate in summer meals program; registration opens soon for Henrico Recreation and Parks' summer programs.Support the Show.

Funding for more elementary school staff positions included in updated Henrico Schools budget Citizen Report for America education reporter Liana Hardy honored by the Virginia Press Association; music instrument retailer Sam Ash is closing all its stores, including the one in Henrico; Glen Allen helps crown CIAA softball champion; a Henrico Olympian returns to her hometown to host an event; Henrico Pops Chorus and Capital Cabaret present free show tomorrow night.Support the Show.