Henrico County News Archives from 2026

Henrico boosts access to free naloxone to reduce opioid overdose deaths

A graphic on overdose prevention. It includes a photo of a box of naloxone. Text reads, free, no questions asked, available at Fairfield and Libbie Mill libraries and office locations of Henrico Area Mental Health and Developmental Services. recovery/henrico.gov/treatment

Posted on February 17, 2026.

The pilot project is being funded by allocations made to the county from opioid litigation settlements. Henrico received $17,986 from the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority and contributed an additional $5,000 in settlement funds made directly to the county.

Individuals are encouraged to take a box of naloxone if they or someone they know is at risk of an opioid overdose. Each box has two doses of naloxone. Individuals are asked to take only one box per visit, as supplies are limited.

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Board of Supervisors meeting recap: Employee recognized for going above and beyond during Winter Storm Fern, department heads discuss storm response

Posted on February 11, 2026.

The Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 10. An agenda and complete video of the meeting are available on the county website. Highlights include: Employee recognized for dedication and service during Winter Storm Fern Winter Storm Fern made getting around extremely difficult for travelers, and county employees were no exception. At the Board’s work session, County Manager John A. Vithoulkas recognized custodial maintenance worker Julie Smith.

Supervisor Jody Rogish’s Tuckahoe Talk meeting on Feb. 23 to include updates from Police, Fire, Planning

Supervisor Jody Rogish Tuckahoe Talk Monday February 23 1 pm Tuckahoe Area Library 1901 Starling Drive.

Posted on February 6, 2026.

Join Supervisor Rogish for a town hall meeting at the Tuckahoe Area Library at 1 p.m. on Monday, February 23.

Walk for Peace attracts thousands across Henrico, ‘comes at a critical time’ for communities, nation

A photo of monks on their Walk for Peace are greeted by supporters and walk on a path created by flowers placed on the road.

Posted on February 5, 2026.

Bhikkhu Pannakara, spiritual leader of the Walk for Peace, spoke to county officials and other supporters during a lunchtime stop. He emphasized the importance of being happy with what you have, of practicing mindfulness, of avoiding the distraction of cellphones and other devices, and of adopting peacefulness as a mindset.

“We are mindful on each and every step we make,” he said. “I focus on my breathing when I walk, it's not just a walk, but walk with practicing mindfulness.”

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Henrico seeks input for climate action and adaptation strategy

Posted on February 5, 2026.

The Sustainability Division is inviting residents and other community stakeholders to share their perspectives in a public survey through March 16 and to attend one of five open-house meetings planned in February and March.

Henrico temporarily waives drop-off fees at public-use areas as crews work to resume normal trash collection

Posted on February 4, 2026.

Residents may drop off their household waste at the Springfield Road Public Use Area, 10600 Fords Country Lane, and the Charles City Road Public Use Area, 2075 Charles City Road. The normal fee of $3 per vehicle per trip will be waived through Sunday, Feb. 22.

Advocates for older adults invited to Feb. 7 summit to outline best practices for cognitive screening

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Posted on January 30, 2026.

Clinicians, caregivers and other stakeholders will prepare a statement of best practices for screening older adults for cognitive decline or impairment. The summit, which is free to attend, will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Henrico County Public Schools Oak Avenue Complex, 15 S. Oak Ave.

County’s response to Winter Storm Fern ‘makes us proud to live in Henrico’

Aerial photo of a snow-covered neighborhood

Posted on January 28, 2026.

“Logistics on this storm were simply off the charts. We had to think how we were going to get 911 operators to work their shifts, when in fact they would not be able to drive in,” County Manager John Vithoulkas said.

Public Works had 300 employees working round the clock on 110 trucks, plows and other pieces of equipment. Recreation & Parks operated 13 vehicles, delivering food and personnel for the Emergency Communications Center and other agencies.

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Henrico offices, facilities and courts to operate on normal schedule Wednesday

A graphic says "Henrico County general government offices, facilities and courts will be open Wednesday, Jan. 28."

Posted on January 27, 2026.

Henrico County general government offices and facilities and Henrico courts and clerks’ offices will operate on a normal schedule Wednesday, Jan. 28.

Henrico County to open warming centers Tuesday at two libraries

A graphic says "Henrico County warming centers open Tuesday, Jan. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fairfield and Libbie Mill libraries."

Posted on January 26, 2026.

Henrico County will open warming centers at the Fairfield Area Library and Libbie Mill Library on Tuesday, Jan. 27. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Henrico offices, facilities and courts to be closed Tuesday following winter storm

A graphic with text that reads, Henrico County General Government Offices, facilities and courts will be closed due to inclement weather.

Posted on January 26, 2026.

The public is asked to avoid nonessential travel, as crews continue to focus on clearing primary and secondary roads. The Department of Public Works expects to begin assessing later today when crews might be able to begin clearing neighborhood and side streets.

Henrico offices, facilities, courts to be closed Monday due to winter storm

Photo from the view of a snowy road from a truck window.

Posted on January 25, 2026.

The public is urged to avoid travel and to prepare for likely power outages. Crews have mobilized to begin clearing primary and secondary roads.

Henrico’s parks, recreation centers, libraries and public-use areas to close at 4 p.m. Saturday for winter storm

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Posted on January 24, 2026.

The public is encouraged to limit travel as snow is expected beginning tonight and to prepare for roads to be impassable beginning Sunday morning. Power outages also are expected. Crews are ready to begin road clearing as soon as conditions warrant.

Henrico braces for snow and ice, encourages residents to be ready for potential power outages

Posted on January 23, 2026.

In anticipation of the storm, Henrico has declared a state of local emergency and opened its Emergency Operations Center.

Officials urge residents to avoid traveling, if possible, once road conditions become hazardous and to have 72 hours of emergency food, water, medications and supplies in the event of a loss of power.

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Board of Supervisors appoints new Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee

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Posted on January 20, 2026.

The 10 members of the Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee will serve as formal advisors to the county and will provide a community perspective on issues related to environmental sustainability, resilience and strategies for adapting to climate change.

SRAC will complement the work of two other groups focused on the environment - Henrico's Environmental Action Resource Team and Keep Henrico Beautiful.

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Board of Supervisors recap: Fairfield Supervisor Cooper begins first term as Board Chair

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Posted on January 14, 2026.

The Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting Tuesday, Jan 13. An agenda and complete video of the meeting are available on the county website.

Fairfield’s Roscoe Cooper III to lead Henrico Board of Supervisors in 2026

A photo of Supervisor Roscoe Cooper III, who is raising his right hand while being sworn in by a clerk as chair of the Board of Supervisors.

Posted on January 14, 2026.

In outlining his priorities for the year, Cooper said Henrico will continue to support investments in education as well as affordable homeownership, pedestrian safety and economic development.

“I’m filled with both excitement and humility, and a sense of duty as we embark on this journey together, continuing our collective efforts to make Henrico County an even better place to live, work, play and visit, and raise your family,” he said.

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Henrico invites community to ‘Spread the Love’ by creating Valentine’s Day cards for older adults

Posted on January 7, 2026.

Schools, faith-based organizations and other groups as well as individuals and families are encouraged to participate by creating cards that will be shared at local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Cards will be collected through Friday, Feb. 6, and should be generic with an uplifting message in celebration of Valentine’s Day.

Firefighters, officials celebrate ‘raising the beam’ at Firehouse 6 construction site

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Posted on January 6, 2026.

On Jan. 6, county and public safety officials celebrated the new Eastover Gardens Firehouse 6 construction progress in a “topping out” ceremony.

My Henrico Academy accepting applications for spring program

Posted on January 6, 2026.

The free leadership program is designed to strengthen connections between Henrico and its multicultural communities while encouraging civic participation and empowerment.

Entering its sixth year, My Henrico Academy offers up to 20 immigrant and descendant participants an opportunity to meet with county officials, tour facilities and deepen their understanding of local programs, services and resources. Continue reading My Henrico Academy accepting applications for spring program

Henrico has no bag tax: Officials are contacting stores that have erroneously charged a local tax on disposable plastic bags

Henrico does not tax plastic bags. Business should not be charging a bag tax. Report erroneous tax charges: 804-501-4310. Image shows a plastic bag with a slash through the message, "bag tax."

Posted on January 5, 2026.

Unlike Richmond and 10 other localities, Henrico has not approved a tax on disposable plastic bags. Consumers who believe they may have been improperly charged a bag tax in Henrico are encouraged to present their receipts to the businesses and request a refund. They also are asked to report the issue to the county.