Henrico News Archives for Year: 2025

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Community celebrates opening of Bungalow City Firehouse 23

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Since opening in mid-February, Firehouse 23 has enhanced fire protection and emergency medical response to areas of eastern Henrico. Officials celebrated the station and its new fire engine with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting event that included a traditional fire engine push-in ceremony.

Located at 5618 Nine Mile Road, Firehouse 23 is named after its surrounding neighborhood of modest bungalow houses dating to the 1920s. “It’s tight-knit and resilient – a thriving community to this day,” Varina Supervisor Tyrone Nelson said of Bungalow City. “So, the name has deep roots, and it’s appropriate the fire station’s title reflects the community which it serves.”

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Henrico becomes first to earn ‘quadruple AAA’ status for water, sewer bonds

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The county's 'quadruple AAA' status reflects that it has received the top ratings from all four of the main municipal rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings, Moody’s Investors Service, Fitch Ratings and Kroll Bond Rating Agency.

In August, Henrico became the third county in the nation to receive AAA ratings for general obligation bonds from the four agencies.

Varina Supervisor Tyrone E. Nelson's Varina District Community Conversations. Monday, Oct. 20, 6 p.m. at Varina High School, 7053 Messer Road. Thursday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. at Elko Community Center, 6216 White Oak Road. Monday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m. at Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Road. https://henrico.gov/supervisors/varina-district

Varina meetings in October to highlight proposed Prime Agriculture/Rural Conservation land-use designation, New Market Heights Trail

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Varina District Supervisor Tyrone E. Nelson will host the meetings Oct. 20, 23 and 27 to discuss a proposed land-use designation to help preserve farmland and other rural properties in Henrico County. The Prime Agriculture/Rural Conservation category is being considered as part of the county’s 2045 comprehensive plan.
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As one of Henrico’s 130 centenarians, Frances Bailey sees a lot to look forward to every day 

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Frances Bailey is the embodiment of active aging. At 102, she holds a prom queen title from her assisted living community, has an exercise routine named after her, wrote and self-published a memoir with her late husband and has been honored twice at Henrico’s Centenarian Celebration events.

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Henrico opens survey to enhance how it connects with, supports communities

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Henrico will use the survey responses to guide its efforts to strengthen communication, expand resources and enhance opportunities for civic participation. The input also will be used to identify strategies to deepen relationships across neighborhoods, faith communities, cultural groups and civic organizations.
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HEART invites nonprofits to apply for second round of Community Impact Grants

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Applications for funding through the Community Impact Grants Program may be submitted online through Wednesday, Nov. 26. HEART will review the applications for compliance with program requirements. Grant awards of up to $5,000 are expected to be announced in the spring.

“The Community Impact Grants Program aims to inspire and empower residents and organizations to look closely at their neighborhoods and communities for ways to create a more resilient environment,” said Samantha Hudson, director of Henrico’s Sustainability Division. “The collective impact of even small, hyperlocal projects can be quite significant, especially when paired with all the county is doing to reduce carbon emissions and build a stronger, more sustainable community.”

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A ‘generational project,’ Fall Line trail’s northern section opens with connection at Woodman Road

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Local officials from across the region and other trail boosters gathered Sept. 24 along the paved pathway in Ashland for a ribbon-cutting and ceremonial first ride. From the Ashland Trail Line Trail, the new portion cuts through Hanover County and into Henrico with a crossing of the scenic Chickahominy River.

Ultimately, the Fall Line is planned to extend 43 miles and cross through seven jurisdictions between Ashland and the city of Petersburg. Henrico opened its first portion of the trail – the 1,400-foot Park Street section in Lakeside – in July 2024.

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Henrico to celebrate Active Aging Week from Oct. 6-12 with free workshops, activities and events, including Active Aging Walk & Fitness Forum

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Henrico County will celebrate Active Aging Week from Oct. 6 to 12 by offering free workshops and events to promote community connection, volunteerism and healthy living among adults ages 50 and older.
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Henrico Social Services to host Sept. 17 recruitment event for benefits program specialists

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Workers help residents access benefits such as food assistance, medical coverage and financial assistance

The Henrico County Department of Social Services will host a recruitment event Wednesday, Sept. 17 for individuals interested in working as benefits program specialists. The event will be held from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Henrico Training Center, 7701 E. Parham Road.

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