April showers might bring May flowers, but the rain can cause problems too. Heavy downpours may lead to flooding.
Continue reading Henrico taking measures to address residential flooding, drainagePlan would advance projects, services after this year’s ‘ultraconservative’ budget
Continue reading Henrico outlines $1.4 billion proposed budget for fiscal 2021-22Henrico’s emergency program has already covered nearly $400,000 in costs
Continue reading Financial assistance available to eligible renters impacted by COVID-19Raises for government, HCPS workers would range from 4.4% to more than 14%
Henrico County has detailed a proposal that would provide sweeping salary adjustments for employees of the county’s general government and Henrico County Public Schools, beginning this spring and continuing into fiscal year 2021-22.
Continue reading Henrico outlines plan for comprehensive pay adjustments for employeesBuild Henrico website aims to transform county’s land management services; code enforcement section to roll out Feb. 16
Continue reading Henrico unveils online platform for zoning complaints, building permits, moreRichmond Raceway, Westwood Pharmacy supporting effort
A mass effort to provide COVID-19 vaccinations to public safety and public schools employees in the region is underway at Richmond Raceway in Henrico County with help from a local pharmacy.
Continue reading COVID-19 vaccinations underway for region’s public safety, public schools employeesThe Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) are working diligently to provide COVID-19 vaccinations. More than 13,000 people have received the vaccine at RHHD vaccination events and in hospitals and long-term care facilities.
Continue reading COVID-19 vaccinations underway in HenricoThe program has continued through pandemic, with facets of remote work
Henrico County is preparing a robust internship program for the summer after opportunities were somewhat limited during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue reading Henrico plans to offer wide variety of summer internshipsVirtual format includes 12 videos detailing Henrico’s COVID response, key initiatives in economic development, partnerships, sports tourism and more
Continue reading County Manager John Vithoulkas presents 2020 State of the County addressHenrico enhances services as overdoses already eclipse 2019’s total by 41%
The stresses and strains of the COVID-19 pandemic have been enough to test anyone’s well-being.
Continue reading COVID-19 amplifies struggles with mental health, substance abuseHenrico County polling places will look and operate differently on Election Day.
Continue reading What to expect on Election DayNearly half of Henrico registered voters have already cast their ballots for the 2020 general election. Many voted early in person at the Western and Eastern Government Centers. Others dropped their ballots in the mail or county drop boxes.
Continue reading A behind the scenes look at the absentee voting processThe Central Virginia Transportation Authority has begun laying the foundation for a new era of transportation planning in Henrico County and throughout the region.
Continue reading With Thornton at helm, CVTA sets foundation to boost transportation in regionDemolition 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.
Continue reading Henrico proceeding with plans for indoor sports centerHenrico 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 designHenrico 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 restrictionsCounty 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 bondsVirginia 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 HenricoRegistered 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 electionIndoor 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 ThorntonLongtime 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 chiefCounty 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 sessionT-Mobile is expanding and relocating its Henrico County operations, adding significantly to its local workforce and investing millions to renovate a vacant building in eastern Henrico.
Continue reading T-Mobile to add hundreds of jobs to its Henrico customer centerCounty to provide $25,000 grant for land acquisition, fundraising assistance
Henrico County will contribute $25,000 to a local nonprofit organization to support its acquisition of historic Woodland Cemetery and will provide ongoing assistance in fundraising for grounds maintenance.
Continue reading Henrico to support nonprofit’s restoration of historic Woodland Cemetery