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Month: August 2019

Henrico Extension Bug Bizarre to be held Sept. 14 in Deep Run Recreation Center

Posted on August 27, 2019.

The event is open to the public and will feature live insect displays and children’s activities.

Henrico Master Gardener training program accepting applications

Posted on August 22, 2019.

Participants will work alongside other gardening enthusiasts to learn about lawn care, tree and shrub maintenance, fruit and vegetable gardens, flowers, pest management, tree pruning and other topics.

Henrico to present spoken word artist Joseph Green on Sept. 25 for Recovery Month

Posted on August 19, 2019.

In an appearance titled “The Raw Spoken Words of Change,” Green will discuss his recovery and how communities can focus on prevention and healing.

Leabough named director of Community Revitalization

Posted on August 14, 2019.

Henrico County has appointed Eric S. Leabough to serve as director of the Department of Community Revitalization, effective Aug. 17.

Henrico Board of Supervisors adjourns until Sept. 10

Posted on August 14, 2019.

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will hold its next meeting Tuesday, Sept. 10, following its scheduled break in late August.

County leaders break ground on new pickleball courts

Posted on August 7, 2019.

Henrico County leaders broke ground on Aug. 3 for eight new outdoor pickleball courts under construction at Pouncey Tract Park.

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country. The paddle sport combines elements of ping pong, badminton and tennis.

Henrico first responders participate in active shooter emergency drill

Posted on August 5, 2019.

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.”

Tour sharpens vision for indoor sports and convocation center

Posted on August 5, 2019.

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.

Henrico to offer $10 rabies vaccinations for pets Aug. 17

Posted on August 1, 2019.

Each vaccine costs $10 and must be paid in cash. A rabies tag and a certificate of inoculation are included. Pets from all localities are welcome. Cats must be in carriers.