She will discuss memoir ‘Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail’
Henrico County’s long-running literary event All Henrico Reads will return Thursday, March 28, with bestselling and award-winning author Cheryl Strayed.
Continue reading All Henrico Reads to feature bestselling author Cheryl StrayedPlan retains 85-cent real estate rate, supports RECAP program, doubles BPOL exemption, advances bond projects, reinvests in education, safety, employees
Henrico County’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25 would enhance funding for education, public safety and other core priorities while expanding residential and business tax relief, advancing key capital projects and bolstering employee pay, particularly for teachers, bus drivers and other critical, hard-to-fill positions.
The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday accepted the county manager’s recommended plan, kicking off four weeks of review that will include department-by-department presentations in legislative sessions scheduled for March 18-21 and a public hearing Tuesday, March 26. As outlined, the $1.2 billion general fund budget represents an increase of 8.4%, or $97.6 million, over the current year’s plan.
“The FY25 budget focuses on as many priorities as possible within a conservative outlook that maintains flexibility while doing what we must to serve our constituents,” County Manager John A. Vithoulkas said. “It takes care of our employees and maintains the county’s position as a regional pay leader among local governments. It also expands services through a meticulously planned process to enhance the quality of life for residents.”
Continue reading Henrico Board of Supervisors receives proposed budget for fiscal 2024-25Plan focuses on service access, coordination, navigation in schools, community
With children and teenagers struggling more than ever with depression, sadness and hopelessness, Henrico County and Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) are implementing a plan to strengthen access to high-quality mental health services by making them more available in schools and expanding efforts focused on prevention, support, and early and intensive intervention.
Continue reading Henrico CARES signals ‘call to action’ to strengthen youth mental health services‘Immersive’ event gives high schoolers a chance to lead on local issues
High school students from Henrico County Public Schools (HCPS) will present community research projects and reflect on their experiences during Henrico County’s 65th Student Government Day on Wednesday, March 6.
Continue reading HCPS students to share projects, experiences on Student Government DayCounty prepares to issue $121 million in bonds for schools, other projects
Henrico County’s triple AAA bond ratings – the highest possible endorsement of its creditworthiness – have been reaffirmed ahead of a sale of bonds to improve schools and other public facilities.
Continue reading Henrico’s triple AAA bond ratings reaffirmedOrdinance aligns county with existing state, federal prohibitions
Henrico County prohibits the possession of firearms and ammunition in its government buildings, including libraries and recreation centers, effective immediately.
Continue reading Henrico bans firearms, ammunition from its buildings, effective immediately600 students have signed up for Feb. 24 event; registration is now closed
Hundreds of high school students will converge in Richmond on Saturday, Feb. 24 for the second-annual Teen Summit RVA
Continue reading ‘I AM’ Teen Summit RVA will promote engagement, positivity among youthFederal funds will help develop stations for public use at seven county facilities
Henrico County will install electric vehicle charging stations at seven locations, including at libraries, parks and recreation facilities and government centers, after being awarded a $1.4 million federal grant to promote clean energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
Continue reading Henrico earns $1.4 million grant to create EV charging station networkTobacco – and Virginia’s prosperity – took root at former riverfront plantation
The Henrico County Board of Supervisors voted today to buy Varina Farms, a 2,095-acre former plantation along the James River that will be preserved for its historical significance, natural beauty and sensitive environment.
Continue reading Henrico to buy 2,095-acre Varina Farms for land preservationEmbrace the moment, Nelson urges, citing county’s fiscal strength, sustainability efforts
The veteran supervisors were elected by unanimous votes during the board’s organizational meeting Tuesday. Joining Nelson and Schmitt on the dais are newly elected Supervisors Roscoe D. Cooper III, of the Fairfield District; Misty D. Whitehead, of the Three Chopt District; and Jody K. Rogish, of the Tuckahoe District.
Continue reading New Board of Supervisors taps veterans Nelson, Schmitt for leadership postsApplications to participate in 7-week program accepted through March 1
Residents who reflect Henrico’s rich cultural diversity are invited to participate in an upcoming leadership program – My Henrico Academy – that strengthens connections between the county and multicultural communities and encourages participation in the civic process.
Continue reading My Henrico Academy promotes engagement with multicultural communityCounty agencies are looking to fill dozens of positions
Henrico will hold a job fair Tuesday, Jan. 16 to launch its “Build Your Career, Better Your Community” hiring campaign, which highlights the county’s comprehensive benefits package and the advantages of careers in public service.
Continue reading Jan. 16 job fair kicks off Henrico hiring campaign, highlights new benefits2 HCPS seniors who embody the supervisors’ values will be recognized each year
Henrico County, with the nonprofit Henrico Education Foundation and a host of donors, has established a scholarship fund to honor trailblazing Supervisors Frank J. Thornton and Patricia S. O’Bannon, who will conclude 28 years of service when their terms end Dec. 31.
Continue reading Scholarship fund established to honor retiring Supervisors Thornton, O’BannonFor its annual State of the County address, Henrico traded its usual, formal setting in a hotel ballroom for the county’s shiny, new sports arena.
It enlisted the talents of the Henrico High School marching band and handed out thundersticks and other noisemakers to give the gathering a hint of a major sporting event.
Continue reading 2023 Henrico State of the County celebrates accomplishments, community in new sports arenaFor nearly 20 years, the Henrico County Police Division has based its southeastern units in leased space on Eastpark Court, near North Airport Drive and Interstate 64.
But by early 2025, the Fair Oaks Station will give way to a permanent South Station, which also will include training facilities for the county’s emergency communications and division’s K-9 unit.
Continue reading South Station represents permanent home, ‘sound investment’ for Police