Henrico News Archives for Month: January 2026

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

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

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

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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.
A snow plow clears snow from a road.

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

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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.

Graphic showing puzzle pieces. Inside the pieces are photos of environment-focused features, including solar panels, a bike lane, electronic vehicle charger, a river and grain crops. The background is a photo of a lush tree-filled landscape. Text reads, Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee.

Board of Supervisors appoints new Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee

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

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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

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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.
My Henrico Academy logo, with drawings of landmarks such as Henrico Theatre and Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Text reads, Helping You Connect with Your Local Government.

My Henrico Academy accepting applications for spring program

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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.

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."

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

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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.

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