Demolition of project site at Virginia Center Commons to begin in November
After a delay of several months stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, Henrico County is moving forward with development of an indoor sports facility and convocation center at Virginia Center Commons.
At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Board of Supervisors voted to approve about $1.9 million for the design and preparation of construction plans and for demolition of an existing structure on the county-owned portion of the site.
Henrico entered into negotiations with the Rebkee Co. in November 2019 to begin work on the project and subsequently acquired 25 acres at the mall. The Board of Supervisors approved a budget capped at $50 million.
Continue reading Henrico proceeding with plans for indoor sports center
Henrico County’s Mental Health East Center has been awarded LEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for its sustainable design and construction and limited impact on the environment.
Continue reading Henrico facility recognized by green building program for environmentally friendly design
Henrico estimates $14.7 million in economic activity from summer events
Sports tourism in Henrico County returned to near normal this summer after Gov. Ralph Northam eased restrictions that were in place to limit spread of COVID-19.
Continue reading Sports tourism ‘ramped up fast’ after state eased COVID-19 restrictions
County refinances $118.7 million in bonds, issues $30 million in new bonds
Henrico County issued two sets of bonds for its water and sewer system last week after securing the highest-possible AAA ratings.
Continue reading AAA ratings affirmed for Henrico water, sewer bonds
Virginia Career Works offers free services to match prospective workers with employers
The job market that was pummeled by the COVID-19 pandemic is now flickering with opportunity.
Continue reading Help Wanted: 9,000 job openings listed in Henrico
Registered voters no longer need to cite a reason to submit an absentee ballot
Beginning today, registered voters in Virginia have the option of completing an absentee ballot in the Nov. 3 general election.
Continue reading Voting by absentee ballot begins for Nov. 3 general election
Indoor pool to be operated by YMCA, with weekend access for all Henrico residents
A $10 million indoor pool in eastern Henrico County is ready for community use after a surprise announcement that it would be named for longtime Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton.
Continue reading Aquatic center named for Fairfield District Supervisor Frank Thornton
Longtime resident brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience to the position
Henrico County has appointed Eric D. English as chief of police, effective Monday, Sept. 14.
Continue reading Henrico welcomes home Eric English as police chief
County leaders solicited public input on the matter throughout July
Henrico’s Board of Supervisors will hold a work session at 5:15 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24 for discussion of a civilian review board for the county’s Police Division.
Continue reading Supervisors to discuss civilian review board at Aug. 24 work session