Henrico’s Independence Day celebration set for Dorey Park
The free event will begin at 5 p.m. and will feature family activities and live music, including a performance by the Richmond Symphony set to a fireworks and laser light show finale. Continue reading Henrico’s Independence Day celebration set for Dorey Park
Ashley Barno, Department of Social Services
A resident praised Human Services Specialist Ashley Barno after she helped his brother continue to receive food stamps. The man and his brother had come to Social Services to pick Continue reading Ashley Barno, Department of Social Services
Henrico recognizes attractive residential, business properties
The recipients represent a residential and a commercial property from each of Henrico’s five magisterial districts. Continue reading Henrico recognizes attractive residential, business properties
Henrico Extension to offer food-canning workshops in summer
Attend a series of workshops this summer to teach basic canning and freezing methods to help preserve food safely and economically. Continue reading Henrico Extension to offer food-canning workshops in summer
June 22 Weather Alert
Remember: turn around, don't drown. Continue reading June 22 Weather Alert
Jay LeReche, Health Department
A resident emailed to acknowledge the excellent service provided by Jay LeReche of the Environmental Health Team. She said that Jay was knowledgeable and patient in helping her determine the Continue reading Jay LeReche, Health Department
Karen Allen, Department of Social Services
A resident wrote three letters to thank and compliment Karen Allen of the Department of Social Services. He had been homeless and had become despondent when he found out that Continue reading Karen Allen, Department of Social Services
Division of Police and MH/DS
A local couple emailed the Chief of Police and Laura Totty to thank them for the sensitive yet strong response by Police and MH/DS to a mental health crisis involving Continue reading Division of Police and MH/DS
Weedman named director of Henrico County Public Library
As director, Weedman will oversee an agency with a staff of 206 employees and a budget of $18.8 million in fiscal 2017-18. Continue reading Weedman named director of Henrico County Public Library
Sheppard named director of Public Relations & Media Services
Sheppard will oversee a department responsible for promoting public awareness and understanding of Henrico’s government activities and policies. Continue reading Sheppard named director of Public Relations & Media Services
Highland Springs Historic District added to state, national historic registries
The Highland Springs district represents one of the largest historic districts in Virginia added to the registries in the past decade. Continue reading Highland Springs Historic District added to state, national historic registries
Department of Public Works
A resident recently sent an email complimenting the Department of Public Works for its response to a large tree branch that fell and blocked the street in front of her Continue reading Department of Public Works
Henrico to welcome Virginia High School League Spring Jubilee
The VHSL Class 5 and Class 6 Spring Jubilee will be held at Deep Run and Glen Allen high schools, marking the first time the event will take place in the Richmond region. Continue reading Henrico to welcome Virginia High School League Spring Jubilee
Varina Supervisor Nelson appointed chair of Virginia Compensation Board
The board is responsible for determining the state’s share of costs for the operations of constitutional offices and for assisting the enhancement of services to residents of the commonwealth. Continue reading Varina Supervisor Nelson appointed chair of Virginia Compensation Board