The community is invited to meet outdoors on Thurs, May 20 at the Chickahominy YMCA to see the plans created for Taylor Farm Park. The project managers will share park […]
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The outdoor movie scheduled for June 4 is canceled due to the recent rain and wet field conditions. Part of our Juneteenth Celebrations. Join us for the main event […]
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Rescheduled due to – you guessed it – rain! Originally planned for May 7. Enjoy games, music, and FREE ice cream and popcorn before an outdoor showing of “The Sandlot.” […]
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Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will discuss the activities and impact of the Henrico County Economic Development Authority (EDA) at a constituent meeting set for 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19 at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave.
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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.
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First Tee hopes to bridge golf’s past, future at Lakeside landmark
The renovation of historic Belmont Golf Course is underway.
Site work started in early May as part of a $5 million project to revive Henrico County’s landmark public golf course in Lakeside.
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Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will hold a constituent meeting Monday, March 16 to provide an overview of the Virginia General Assembly session and initiatives of the Henrico County Division of Fire.
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Residents can share their ideas and vision for the future of Virginia Center Commons and the nearby area in north Henrico at a county-hosted design charrette March 2-6.
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Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will hold a constituent meeting Monday, Feb. 24 to highlight a time capsule being prepared for the new Fairfield Area Library and how the Henrico County Police Division and the Henrico Police Athletic League engage with the community.
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Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will hold a constituent meeting Wednesday, Jan. 15 to discuss Richmond International Airport’s goals and initiatives as well as the 2020 Census.
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Henrico County has agreed to lease Belmont Golf Course to The First Tee of Greater Richmond. The nonprofit organization will maintain and operate the course and oversee an immediate renovation in keeping with its historic design.
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The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will hold its next meeting Tuesday, Jan. 14, following its scheduled break in late December.
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Henrico officials are recommending that the county lease Belmont Golf Course to The First Tee of Greater Richmond. The nonprofit organization would operate the public course and oversee an immediate renovation and redesign of the facility.
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By building two high schools simultaneously, acquiring 1,200 acres on the James River and pursuing an indoor sports complex, Henrico County shows it’s willing to make bold moves to ensure the community’s success, County Manager John A. Vithoulkas said during his State of the County address for 2019.
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Henrico sees opportunity when apartment complexes get new owners
In welcoming an improved Hope Village during today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony, Henrico officials said their experiences with the project validated the county’s new approach for seeking better living conditions at older apartment complexes.
Fairstead Affordable, operating as Hope Preservation LP, bought the property in 2018 and invested more than $5 million in renovations as part of a $14 million tax-exempt financing package. The financing was approved by the Henrico Board of Supervisors based on the complex’s location and issued through the Suffolk Redevelopment and Housing Authority.
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Henrico County officials today joined residents and the new owners of Hope Village Apartments for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate more than $5 million in renovations to the 100-unit community in Glen Allen.
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Proposal by Rebkee could spur revitalization of Virginia Center Commons
The Henrico County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday authorized negotiations for an indoor sports and convocation center that would be developed on the property of Virginia Center Commons mall.
With its unanimous vote, the board accepted the recommendation of a working group and County Manager John A. Vithoulkas to enter formal talks with The Rebkee Company. The real estate development firm was one of three companies to respond to Henrico’s request for proposals for a venue that could host indoor sports and other large gatherings, such as high school graduations.
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Fairfield District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will hold a constituent meeting Monday, Oct. 21 to discuss the responsibilities of homeowners’ and civic associations and to provide an overview of Henrico County’s foster care program.
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Henrico County celebrated the opening of a new Fairfield Area Library, a spacious, modern facility that offers expanded library services, hours and amenities.
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In August, four high school freshmen earned a big opportunity. The Cristo Rey Richmond students became paid Henrico County interns.
“I like learning to work because this will help me so much in the future,” said student Celiana Gutierrez Ayala.
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District Supervisor Frank J. Thornton will hold a constituent meeting Monday, Sept. 16
[...]Continue reading Fairfield meeting to discuss voter rights, regional housing plan
In an appearance titled “The Raw Spoken Words of Change,” Green will discuss his recovery and how communities can focus on prevention and healing.
[...]Continue reading Henrico to present spoken word artist Joseph Green on Sept. 25 for Recovery Month
On Saturday, Aug. 3, first responders participated in an active shooter drill inside the Henrico County Courthouse.
“Sadly, the scenario of an active shooter is a sign of our times,” said Emergency Management Coordinator Emily Ashley. “The purpose of our exercise was to test our first responders in the event of a hostile threat.”
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Update: On Aug. 13, the Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to authorize the county manager to request detailed proposals for an indoor sports and convocation center. The six entities that submitted initial proposals will be invited to offer detailed proposals that would include a controllable site for the center and the county’s purchase price for the land.
Henrico officials recently toured an indoor sports and events venue in Rocky Mount, N.C. as the county prepares to sharpen its pursuit of a similar facility here.
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Henrico County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will hold information sessions Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 6 p.m. and Thursday, Aug. 8 at noon for people who may be interested in volunteering to work in the court system on behalf of abused or neglected children.
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