Henrico News Minute

Two Henrico teens are killed in a weekend crash; a Henrico elementary school dedicates a book vending machine in memory of a longtime teacher; Henrico offering free water quality testing; five students from Henrico schools earn a National Merit $2,500 Scholarship; four new Henrico CASAs sworn in; a Virginia ABC online lottery for Van Winkle whiskey products begins today. Support the show

Henrico officials announce a major initiative to address affordable housing needs; the Lebanese Food Festival returns today; Sandston Rotarians again host annual Flags for Heroes event; bullying is a major issue in Henrico schools, according to school system survey responses; the Autism Society of Central Virginia will host its 5k and family fun day tomorrow; new air service begins soon at RIC. Su...

A longtime community organization is folding; a Tuckahoe Talk meeting is planned next week; Henrico officials seek input about improving traffic safety; the first statewide free virtual mental health clinic debuts; Henrico Master Gardeners plan their annual plant sale and pollinator festival; this week's edition of "In the Garden" has details about ornamental vegetables and flowers;...

Henrico supervisors approve a controversial data center development in Sandston; plans for enhancements to Bethlehem Road earn funding; former Henrico supervisor approved to two state boards; Virginia State Police target heavy enforcement of I-95 this weekend; person who allegedly shot two dogs in Highland Springs sought. 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

Henrico School Board members respond to calls for collective bargaining; a Henrico couple makes a bittersweet donation to Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital; police use pepper spray to break up a fight at a Henrico County high school; a series of new guided river tours planned by the James River Association. Support the show

The Henrico School Board will meet tomorrow; your chance to take a guided James River tour; a Henrico shopping center is sold for $22 million; DMV officials plan a pop-up event Friday in Henrico; a small business spotlight on WayGone Brewery. Support the show

Charges essentially dropped against five Henrico Sheriff's deputies in the Irvo Otieno case; Virginia ranks 10th on a sports tourism economic impact list; Virginia part of a multi-state settlement with an opioid manufacturer; six Henrico County high school seniors honored; VDOT seeks input on West Creek study. 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; Henric...

Some Henrico seniors celebrate their signing day, with a twist; a Glen Allen man is accused of bilking a Tennessee woman out of nearly $134,000; two people die in a Varina crash; authorities identify body found near Richmond Raceway; a Highland Springs HS teacher is among seven statewide to earn a fellowship; Lewis Ginter's spring plant sale is today and tomorrow; first concert planned at Hen...

Good news on the employment front in Henrico; how some students from the county are helping make prom season better for others in Virginia; the University of Richmond earns an international honor; Arts Night at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen is tonight. Support the show

Henrico Police make four arrests in connection with an auto theft ring; police identify the victim of a fatal two-vehicle crash on Monday; a late Henrico firefighter will be among those honored during a national event this weekend; USPS postmaster general acknowledges problems with local mail delivery; the Asian American Celebration returns to the region this weekend. Support the show

What attendees at a Henrico School Board town hall meeting told school officials; Henrico's Sports and Events Center earns a regional award; a man driving a moped dies in a crash; a man is arrested after bringing a loaded gun to Richmond International Airport; a look at how the suburban dining scene is flourishing; your chance to join our membership program. Support the show

Henrico Police are investigating after a bod was found in the county's Northside; grading the region's air quality; VDOE introduces a new way to monitor your child's academic performance; a traffic alert in the West End; Henrico Schools plans its "Drive the Bus" event Saturday; Wednesday is the deadline to file your Virginia individual income taxes. Support the show

New development planned adjacent to the Henrico Sports and  Events Center; Tucker High School's softball field named for former coach; officials celebrate the groundbreaking of a portion of the Fall Line Trail; two Justins with Henrico connections are featured in an article and videos on MLB.com; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch. Support the show

Henrico County expanding its Enterprise Zone; two Henrico students receive National Merit Scholarships; a Glen Allen teen dies in a crash; VDOT performing emergency pavement work on I-64  in Henrico today and tomorrow; fourth “Groovin’ in the Garden” band announced; how to support the Citizen’s local journalism. Support the show

Henrico supervisors vote to fund homelessness-support efforts in Richmond, purchase new land at the site of the Henrico Sports and Events Center and expand participation in the Home Purchase Assistance program for county employees; Henrico to seek federal funding for I-64 improvements in Short Pump; Henrico School Board weighs possible changes to student code of conduct; how to make a donation to...

Henrico Schools names 24 Teacher Scholars; construction work to affect traffic on I-64 for several weeks; Deep Run HS graduate wins Monument Avenue 10k; Virginia Sports Hall of Fame holds inductions in Henrico; a new urgent care facility at Regency; Virginia posts most job gains in more than a year. Support the show

A shooting leaves one man injured; Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is growing; the Capital Region Land Conservancy is honored for its protection of a Henrico battlefield; Henrico Schools honored for its music education program. Support the show

Henrico officials plan enhancement of lake near Three Lakes Park; Henrico ranks second on a statewide list it would rather not; a team from one Henrico County high school earns a national honor; Virginia State Police to implement additional patrols on I-95 this weekend; our Weekend Top 5. Support the show

Henrico School Board to consider several changes to Code of Student Conduct today; Henrico Education Foundation raises $400,000; dogs and cats up for adoption from Henrico Animal Shelter. Support the show

Costco's expansion plans are endorsed by the Henrico Planning Commission; the big impact of "Little Feet;" Virginia Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine introduce gun violence-prevention legislation; Innsbrook to host a cleanup day in celebration of Earth Day; a traffic alert for Old Staples Mill Road and Creighton Road. Support the show

Two fires damage a home and senior apartment complex; Gov. Youngkin proposes delay to polystyrene ban in restaurants; the Virginia DRPT seeks input on statewide transportation plans; a local man is stopped trying to bring a gun onto a flight at RIC. Support the show

A brother and sister are arrested in connection with a Lakeside restaurant fire; our chance to win a custom-built playhouse; a traffic alert for I-64 on Wednesday; Freeman High School students host an "Emerging Leaders" event. Support the show

The Henrico Planning Commission endorses plans for a 622-acre data center and advanced manufacturing development in Sandston; Henrico flood insurance policies will become less expensive in October; a Henrico macaw is a finalist in a national wacky pet name contest; Varina High School one of 27 schools honored nationally by the ACT; Henrico Police seek a man on construction fraud charges; our weekl...