The celebrated lakes at Three Lakes Park came from borrow pits used in the construction of Interstate 64. Beginning this summer, they’ll be centerpieces to an improved and modernized park.
With one of the icy lakes as a backdrop, Henrico County officials today celebrated the start of site work for the park’s first major upgrades since the 1990s.
“Three Lakes historically attracts many families and individuals alike,” Fairfield District Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III said. “Because of its many features, we're appreciative that Henrico voters approved the 2016 bond referendum to update and expand some of the educational opportunities here.”
Continue reading Henrico begins work to improve Three Lakes Park & Nature Center
After nearly two years behind bars, Jessica Benade is about to give her family an unforgettable Christmas gift: the joy of going home to her husband and two children on Christmas Eve.
Continue reading Henrico inmate to surprise family on Christmas Eve after ‘amazing’ recovery progress
For years, the chapel at Woodland Cemetery – like the grounds themselves – seemed destined to be lost to history. The chimney had begun to pull away from the 1950s building, and it suffered from poor drainage and inadequate insulation.
Continue reading Woodland Cemetery stabilizes chapel with state historic preservation grant
Wide and realigned, the new Creighton Road in eastern Henrico County is complete.
County officials celebrated the roughly $16 million project with a ribbon-cutting event Dec. 19. The new road is a common thoroughfare for motorists but also acts as the dividing line between the Fairfield and Varina districts.
Continue reading ‘A project that bridges … communities’: Henrico celebrates Creighton Road improvements
Henrico’s mental health response expands, evolves with empathy, coordination
The 911 call came in just after noon: A woman reported that her 27-year-old friend had a serious drinking problem and might be suicidal.
A dispatcher marked the call as Level 4 – the most serious – under the Marcus Alert system, which is designed to help responders manage behavioral health emergencies so individuals in crisis can get the treatment and resources they need.
Continue reading ‘You don’t have to do it by yourself’
The Henrico Sports & Events Center has wrapped up its first year of operations, marking a successful beginning for the venue at the heart of the Virginia Center Commons redevelopment in Glen Allen.
Continue reading 4 highlights from Henrico Sports & Events Center’s first year and what’s next
One year ago today, the pigs were part of a surprise litter born to Gertrude, an adult female who was the farm's newest addition.
Continue reading Meadow Farm’s surprise litter of Ossabaw Island hogs celebrate first birthdays
County Manager John A. Vithoulkas opened the 2024 Henrico State of the County address by highlighting a recent accolade – Forbes recognizing Henrico’s general government as an outstanding employer for Virginia.
Continue reading State of the County address highlights Henrico’s ability to provide ‘next level’ services
Facility formally named in honor of retired County Manager Virgil Hazelett
Henrico has accepted responsibility for the operations of Cobbs Creek Reservoir, following a declaration Friday that construction has reached “substantial completion,” a key milestone in a 22-year project to secure the county’s long-term water needs.
Continue reading Henrico accepts operational control of Cobbs Creek Reservoir
30 units in Parkside Townes, Discovery Ridge to be available to eligible buyers
A pair of townhouse communities are expected to be the first residential developments to qualify for Henrico County’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund program. Twenty-five units in the Parkside Townes community and five in Discovery Ridge will soon be available to first-time homebuyers who meet household income and other program requirements.
Continue reading 1st communities set for Henrico Affordable Housing Trust Fund program
Henrico aims to boost access to homeownership with $60 million fund
Henrico County has set the framework for its Affordable Housing Trust Fund program as an initial set of residential developments are under review for participation.
After announcing its plans in May, the Board of Supervisors established the trust fund, effective July 1, with $60 million in previously unbudgeted revenues from data centers.
Continue reading Affordable housing program launches; several developments in review
Officials on Tuesday addressed the increase in pedestrian-related crashes and fatalities in Henrico and reiterated the county’s commitment to safety efforts, which includes $1.5 million in new funding for street lighting, planned projects to enhance pedestrian accommodations, and public safety messages.
Continue reading Pedestrian Safety Month is winding down, but Henrico’s focus on awareness and infrastructure isn’t letting up
For Israael Cannon, the journey of recovery from addiction isn’t just a battle but a transformative experience. With the support of Henrico County and encouragement from his children, he began a pivotal chapter in his life in January, finding a constant source of strength along the way.
Continue reading Mobilize Recovery performance outside Henrico jail marks milestone for aspiring singer recovering from addiction
Shirley Morrow has relished the extra attention she's received since celebrating her 100th birthday in March.
“I’m in a big church [for] three services a day, and I’m like an icon at the church because there is no one else a hundred years old,” she said.
Continue reading The ‘backbone of Henrico County,’ centenarians saluted for their contributions, experiences and longevity
Early voting for the 2024 general election began in Virginia on Friday, Sept. 20, giving Henrico’s more than 245,000 registered voters the opportunity to start casting their ballots.
Continue reading Early voting for the 2024 election has started. Here are 7 things to know.
Further growth expected with new Sports & Events Center, other facility improvements
Visitors spent nearly $1.9 billion in Henrico County in 2023 – a total that remained the highest total of any locality in central Virginia and the fifth highest in Virginia, according to an annual study for the Virginia Tourism Corp. Continue reading Tourist spending in Henrico climbs to nearly $1.9 billion in 2023
The Henrico County Board of Supervisors recently presented Chapman with the Distinguished Community Service Medal, established in 2018 to celebrate acts of community service by county employees and residents.
What started as a medical emergency for Lakeside resident Barbara Chapman five years ago has turned into an enduring bond with Firehouse 5.
Continue reading Lakeside resident has enduring bond with Henrico firefighters who saved her life
As the longtime president of Richmond Region Tourism, Jack Berry helped Henrico County and the region attract more visitors by making the area more welcoming.
Continue reading Celebrating the ‘Jack Berry Way,’ Henrico honors longtime tourism advocate at Sports & Events Center
More than 50 middle school girls participated in the Henrico County Division of Fire’s inaugural Girls on Fire camp designed to break barriers in firefighting, a field traditionally dominated by men.
Continue reading Henrico Fire’s inaugural Girls on Fire camp empowers middle school girls to become firefighters
Taylor Farm Park is now open, featuring an array of nature-centered amenities, including mist mounds, an interactive play stream, an “all-wheel” park and more.
With guests overflowing a tent on the park’s event lawn on July 16, county officials celebrated Henrico’s first new park in six years and the first large community park to open in the Varina District in 42 years.
Continue reading ‘Culmination of my parents’ dream,’ Taylor Farm Park opens in Sandston
Henrico County officials cut the ribbon Tuesday of the Spring Park section of the 43-mile Fall Line Trail. The 1,400-foot section is the first to be completed in Henrico County.
Continue reading Henrico completes its first section of the much-anticipated Fall Line Trail
Residents of the Sandston and Elko area now have a free public transportation option available at their front door.
Continue reading LINK microtransit service starts in Sandston/Elko area
Henrico County’s strategy for expanding access to affordable homeownership is an exciting model that could be replicated across the Commonwealth and nation, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner said.
Continue reading Henrico’s ‘forward-leaning’ approach to affordable homeownership could be model for country, Warner says
Henrico announces $2.5 million grant for project that's projected to generate $20 million in annual economic activity
Since opening in 2021, the NOVA Aquatics Center at Regency has helped to develop some of the area’s most elite swimmers. It’s also hosted high school meets and community programs, including those of the Henrico Police Athletic League and the Learn2Swim program of Henrico County Public Schools.
Continue reading NOVA to add 1,000-seat mezzanine to aquatics center at Regency