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Henrico officials join YWCA Richmond to launch development of facilities for survivors of domestic abuse

Published on June 9, 2026

The Heights will offer 19 affordable apartments, ranging in size from one to three bedrooms, for families recovering from domestic abuse. It also will provide support services such as counseling, workforce readiness, financial coaching and case management. The model community also will include a Sprout School preschool to provide quality daycare and early childhood education for residents of the community as well as nearby neighborhoods.

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Henrico launches Free for All campaign to highlight summer programs from Libraries, Recreation & Parks

Published on May 27, 2026

The Free for All campaign encourages residents and visitors of all ages to take advantage of the resources and other offerings from Henrico County Public Library and Recreation & Parks.

Map of the phases of expansion, as follows: Phase One is Between Gaskins Road and Pump Road from Interstate 64 to Patterson Avenue, Between North Gaskins Road and North Parham Road from Patterson Avenue to River Road, Between Chippenham Parkway and the county line from River Road to the county line and Between Interstate 295 and the county line with the city of Richmond, excluding currently served areas. Phase two is Between the county line and Pump Road, North Gaskins Road, River Road and Chippenham Parkway from West Broad Street to the southwestern county line, Northwest of the I-295 and I-64 interchange to the county line and East of I-295 to the eastern county line from the southeastern county line to Portugee Road.

Henrico to expand refuse collection countywide

Published on May 26, 2026

The Henrico County Department of Public Utilities is expanding its refuse collection service to the currently unserved areas in the Three Chopt, Tuckahoe and Varina magisterial districts.

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Henrico's "Free For All" summer; beating the heat without breaking the bank

'Something this unique ... cannot be replaced'; 100-ton eagle statues to be preserved in Henrico

'Fit for duty'; Police and Fire divisions compete in 2026 Henrico Public Safety Games

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Henrico’s recycling future: How CVWMA is turning trash into progress

Published on June 9, 2026

Curbside recycling is available to more than 95,000 households in Henrico, with recyclables collected every other week. Each single-family home receives a 95-gallon cart to make sorting and storage easier. The county also offers 12 drop-off locations throughout the county. “When people understand what actually happens to their recycling, they sort better. When they sort better, less goes to waste,” TFC Division Manager Angel Martinez said.

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Douglas Clevert Jr. named chief of the Henrico Division of Fire

Published on June 9, 2026

He joined Henrico Fire in 2020 as an assistant fire chief and was promoted to deputy chief in 2023. He succeeds Jackson P.F. Baynard, who is serving as Henrico’s deputy county manager for Public Safety. Clevert has more than 21 years of experience in municipal fire service, including 15 years in senior leadership and incident command roles.

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Draft master plan, recommendations for Best Products Reimagined site, Brook Road corridor to be presented at June 1 meeting

Published on May 28, 2026

The draft master plan and a proposed overlay district are designed to shape the area as development occurs to accomplish community-identified objectives. They are to create great walkable places; a unique gateway experience; safe, comfortable and interesting streets; an economic center; and more access to nature and quality public spaces.

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May 26 Board Meeting Recap: Girl Scouts teach helmet safety, County Code recodified

Published on May 27, 2026

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, May 26. An agenda and complete video of the meeting are available on the board’s webpage.

Community meetings set for June 2 and 4 on draft HenricoNEXT plan

Published on May 27, 2026

Residents and other community members are encouraged to attend the meetings anytime from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. to ask questions and share their feedback. Details of the draft plan, including its chapters and subchapters, are available at henriconext.us.

Photo of Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III with text Fairfield Forum, June 2, 6:30 p.m. Henrico Sports & Events Center, 1 All Star Blvd.

Fairfield Forum June 2 to focus on summer activities, economic development, public safety

Published on May 27, 2026

At the June 2 Fairfield Forum learn about activities and summer programs offered by Henrico County Public Library, the Division of Recreation and Parks and the Cultural Center of Glen Allen plus economic development and public safety in Fairfield.

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Free for All: Henrico kicks off summer with free services and programs

Published on May 27, 2026

Henrico County Public Library and Recreation & Parks offer a wide range of free programming, courses and services to the public through August. Between scheduled events and year-round services, there is something fun for all ages, interests and abilities.

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Henrico 4-H donates funds to rebuild camp cabin in memory of extension agent

Published on May 21, 2026

Lloyd Hicks served as an extension agent for 33 years before capping his career at the Jamestown 4-H Educational Center as a program guide.

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