Enjoy a holiday photo keepsake with Santa himself, shop local vendors for one-of-a-kind gifts for your furry friends and let your pup play in the dog park. Concessions will be available for purchase. Information: rec-events@henrico.us
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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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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.
Speaking Wednesday to about 300 business and community leaders at the Short Pump Hilton, Vithoulkas highlighted a series of “moon shots” — projects, initiatives and other accomplishments — from the past year.
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Replacement high schools expected to open for 2021-22 school year
Construction has begun on a new J.R. Tucker High School and a new Highland Springs High School, a pair of ambitious projects that will deliver modern, state-of-the-art facilities to replace two of Henrico County’s oldest high schools.
County government and school officials commemorated the start of work at twin ground-breaking ceremonies held Nov. 1 with students, staff and other guests.
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Kickstart your Weekend on Wednesday at W.O.W.! Enjoy an evening in the park with local food trucks and live entertainment. This W.O.W. will be Halloween themed! Bring your dogs in their spookiest/cutest costumes! You’ll also have the chance to win a 50th Anniversary t-shirt! (We only have human sizes… sorry!) Oct 30: Short Pump Park […]
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Don’t miss a nostalgic celebration of the greatest moments in Richmond’s historic oval track racing. Enjoy a panel discussion and presentation on the area’s best-known oval tracks and most memorable events, led by a notable panel of racing experts from all aspects of the racing world, including the pit crews, officials, owners and drivers! This […]
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Named after a small, highly maneuverable naval escort ship, the Corvette was introduced in 1953 as the first large-scale, mass-produced car with an all-fiberglass body. Unique in automotive history, no other car has come close to the romantic reputation of Chevrolet’s powerful two-seat sports car. It has become one of the most loved legends of […]
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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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National Yoga Month is held during the month of September to educate about the health benefits of yoga and inspire a healthy lifestyle. Come out and join us in celebrating National Yoga Month with our first yoga in the park on Saturday, September 28 from 10:00am to 11:00am. We will meet at the front of […]
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Each participating site will offer FREE admission to visitors who show a Time Travelers Passport. Download your Passport and time-travel through Richmond and Henrico history by visiting our historic sites. Operating hours may vary by site. Information: leh@henrico.us Participating sites include: Agecroft Hall & Garden The American Civil War Museum’s White House of the Confederacy […]
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