Henrico News Minute

Henrico schools to close for two weeks; Henrico Police locate a missing man; Henrico officials are modifying their community cleanup program; the Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donors; local events postponed. Support the show

COVID-19 begins to have impacts locally; a Virginia woman wins $1 million in Henrico; a job fair tomorrow in Henrico; Richmond Raceway Complex hosts a craft expo all weekend; Henrico's Division of Recreation and Parks presents the first of its two-part Adventure Series. Support the show

Details about Henrico's proposed $1.4-billion budget; a planned expansion of Glover Park; students at two Henrico elementary schools will read along with students statewide, thanks to Virginia bankers; the Central Virginia BBB seeks to drive out scams; the Henrico Community Authors' Showcase plans a meeting. Support the show

Henrico supervisors will hear County Manager John Vithoulkas's budget proposal tonight; supervisors prepare to refinance $325 million in debt; Henrico Schools officials want your input; the region responds to COVID-19; Highland Springs High School's girls' basketball team plays its state Final Four game tonight; Henrico CASA seeks volunteers. Support the show

A planning firm designs plans for the redevelopment of Virginia Center Commons; A Henrico man shot and killed in Richmond; a driver dies in a crash on I-295; learn how to plant a vegetable garden; a new pizza shop is coming to Willow Lawn; details about the March Innsbrook Wellness Forum; Short Pump Town Center's kids club plans a meeting. Support the show

A morning crash leaves a man dead in Sandston; will Henrico schools open before Labor Day soon?; an officer-involved shooting in the Far West End; the Henrico GOP plans a Saturday candidate event; HCA hospitals take coronavirus precautions; our Weekend Top 10 list – and something called a Bunfest. Support the show

State officials provide an update on the coronavirus; Henrico Schools plans a job fair; Henrico CASA welcomes new volunteers; a new dance studio is coming to the Far West End; The Richmond Home and Garden Show returns tomorrow; a Second Stage performance planned at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. Support the show

Details about Moore DM Group's arrival in Henrico and the 239 jobs coming with it; your chance to get an up-close look at the remaining school redistricting map options tonight; How Henrico voters cast their ballots in yesterday's state Democratic primary election; Mormon leaders prepare for the construction of a new temple in Henrico; history events planned at two Henrico libraries. Sup...

The former Colortree Group printing facility in northern Henrico gets a new owner; a two-car accident leaves a Henrico woman dead; two Henrico teams win regional basketball titles; a special sensory tour of Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden; one location of a popular local restaurant chain closes. Support the show

A weeklong design session for the Virginia Center Commons area begins today; police seek a Henrico man who left a local hospital yesterday; four Henrico teams play for a regional basketball title tonight, while a Henrico private school celebrates its state title; a local concert series receives a national nomination; your chance to purchase fruit and vegetable plants; a Fairfield town meeting abou...

Hundreds of new jobs are coming to Willow Lawn; the Henrico School Board adopts its proposed 2020-21 fiscal year budget; a Henrico Fire official earns a statewide honor; Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers needs your help solving a murder; and our list of 10 great things happening in the county this weekend.  Support the show

A Henrico company announces a major international acquisition; a county park will receive a new concession stand; an Eastern Henrico road is closed until further notice; two Virginia Senate bills would allow senior care workers to administer CBD and THC-A oil to authorized seniors; Virginia could become the first state to include the need for climate-positive materials in public procurement effort...

Henrico's Board of Supervisors legalizes short-term rentals in the county; the McShin foundation to host a CARE talk; the River City Community Players present "Making God Laugh"; a local church offers free job training; a state bill would allow renters to make certain repairs and deduct the costs from their rent fees. Support the show

A new pedestrian and cycling safety message from Henrico County; gunfire at a Highland Springs home; the General Assembly passes two identical bills designed to address minor-involved human trafficking; the Innsbrook Foundation's Women of Worth event is happening this week; how to see a free screening of 'Harriet' in Henrico; and details about the 2020 Census. Support the show

Another gun stopped at Richmond International Airport; a Fairfield District town hall meeting is scheduled for tonight; Henrico to host a weeklong charrette about the Virginia Center Commons area; Deep Run High School to host an opioid awareness program; volunteers sought for Read Across America Day; Innsbrook After Hours announces more shows. Support the show

High school basketball playoffs get underway; Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger concludes a two-day civil rights tour of the Seventh District; a longtime Henrico professor and clinical psychologist pens a memoir; Henrico Schools to host a career rodeo next week; and your best bets for weekend entertainment. Support the show

A second major archery tournament announces plans to come to Henrico; a local travel insurance company seeks to hire 45 people; Virginia moves closer to banning driving while holding a cell phone; a nonprofit healthcare organization celebrates 15 years in Henrico; an annual orchid show is coming this weekend. Support the show

Henrico Police charge a juvenile in connection with a school shooting hoax last month; federal authorities are seeking help in finding suspects who robbed a Henrico gun shop twice last month; the Henrico Schools redistricting committee meets tonight; a summer camp fair is planned this week; where Virginia ranks on the list of top destinations for those 50 and older. Support the show

Your chance to learn about the coronavirus; pedestrian dies after being struck on Staples Mill Road; Freeman High School students enter a portal to distant lands; new playgrounds are coming to Henrico parks; several Black History Month programs are planned this week; how to apply for Henrico's preschool program; Henrico Police seek an embezzlement suspect; a solar energy bill passes the Virgi...

Henrico's School Board speaks out about the redistricting process; Varina High School hires a familiar face as its new football coach; Highland Springs High School's Class of 1970 plans its 50th reunion; VCU announces a new STEM program for local public schools; and your chance to learn bridge. Support the show

A Henrico pastor delivers the opening prayer at the U.S. House of Representatives; a local nonprofit tackles the growing epidemic of youth mental health issues; a new childcare center opens in Glen Allen; tickets go on sale today for the Steve Miller Band's summer appearance; how to register for a 40-and-older volleyball tournament; and our Weekend Top 10 list. Support the show

A new way to get from Henrico to Florida; a Henrico woman arrested after months on the run with her four children; the Richmond Boat Show returns this weekend; state revenues spike in January; the Duluth Trading Company plans its Short Pump opening; Henrico Schools plans a job fair. Support the show

Plans for Henrico's indoor arena advance; the Henrico Board of Supervisors approves expansion plans at a local retirement community; the School Board plans a budget hearing; county officials seek input on community revitalization efforts; Freeman High School's multipurpose field to receive upgrades; supervisors approve a new station and a new building for the Henrico Police; a new restau...

A Henrico delegate's legislation would add stricter regulations on short-term loans; Henrico Schools hosts a job fair; Henrico students learn about becoming teachers; help for Henrico farmers who suffered in last year's drought; one of the longest-running rock groups will play in Henrico this spring; the Airport Business Association plans its one-year anniversary. Support the show

Five people escape a Highland Springs house fire; your chance to recognize outstanding Henrico teachers; the General Assembly kills a bill that would have allowed college athletes to profit from their names and likenesses; a local effort to help teen girls who can’t afford prom dresses; a local film festival continues this week; Innsbrook After Hours announces a new addition to its 2020 concert li...