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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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Continue reading Board of Supervisors appoints new Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee

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.

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

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

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. 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

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

Henrico to accept Christmas trees for recycling Dec. 26 through Jan. 9

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Henrico County will accept Christmas trees for recycling into mulch from Friday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Jan. 9. The free service, offered by Keep Henrico Beautiful and the Department of Public Utilities, preserves landfill space and protects the environment. It is available to Henrico residents only. Nonresidents and commercial haulers are excluded. Continue reading Henrico to accept Christmas trees for recycling Dec. 26 through Jan. 9

Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services earns praise, reaccreditation from CARF International

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The accreditation, which extends through November 2028, represents the highest endorsement an agency can receive. In addition, CARF offered no recommendations for improvement – an accomplishment achieved by only 3% of 9,600 peer-reviewed agencies. MHDS’ nearly 500 employees provided services to more than 10,000 individuals in fiscal year 2024-25.  Continue reading Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services earns praise, reaccreditation from CARF International

Henrico Board of Supervisors adopts tighter regulations on vape shops

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New stores offering products defined as “recreational substances” would be allowed only in the B-3 Business and M-1 Industrial zoning districts and would also be required to receive a provisional use permit. That would require public hearings and approval from the Board of Supervisors.

In addition, such stores would not be allowed within 1,000 feet of a school or 2,000 feet of a religious institution, day care center, public park or existing store selling recreational substances.

Continue reading Henrico Board of Supervisors adopts tighter regulations on vape shops

Fairfield Forum on Dec. 18 to focus on holiday safety and winter activities

Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III will host a Fairfield Forum on Thursday December 18 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Avenue
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 The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. The public may attend in-person or participate remotely.

Representatives from several agencies, including the Fire, Police, and Recreation & Parks divisions and Henrico County Public Library, will give presentations and answer questions. Invited guests include state Sen. Lamont Bagby and Del. Destiny LeVere Bolling.  Continue reading Fairfield Forum on Dec. 18 to focus on holiday safety and winter activities

Henrico offices, facilities and courts to close at 2 p.m. due to snowstorm

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The early closure applies to all facilities, including libraries, recreation centers and public-use areas. Trash collection is being suspended for the day, with routes scheduled to resume Tuesday, Dec. 9, weather permitting. Residents are encouraged to keep their carts by the curb or road’s edge for collection. Continue reading Henrico offices, facilities and courts to close at 2 p.m. due to snowstorm

Henrico extends tax payment deadline to Monday, with offices closed due to inclement weather

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With Henrico’s government offices closed today for inclement weather, the county has extended the deadline for tax payments that were originally due Friday, Dec. 5. The deadline, which applies to installment payments of real estate and personal property taxes for the second half of 2025, is now Monday, Dec. 8.

The extension provides taxpayers with additional time to submit payments without penalty. Continue reading Henrico extends tax payment deadline to Monday, with offices closed due to inclement weather

Henrico, Capital Region Land Conservancy and developer partner to protect historic land by Roslyn Hills Park

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The 6.4 acres of wooded property was part of Ziontown, a Black community established following emancipation by Henry Pryor, who had been enslaved at nearby Ravenswood plantation. Ziontown, which means “heavenly place,” began with Pryor’s purchase of 5 acres and prospered into the 1960s, with about 50 homes and as many as 275 residents, according to research for a historical marker installed by the county in 2020 along Ridge.

The Board of Supervisors voted Oct. 28 to acquire the land in collaboration with CRLC. With a $850,000 grant from the county, CRLC acquired the property from Dan and Linda Wilson, of University Park LLC, through a part-gift and part-sale transaction. Then, CRLC donated it to Henrico, and the county conveyed a conservation easement to CRLC, designating the site for the perpetual preservation of open space and restricting future development. The closing was finalized Nov. 24.

Continue reading Henrico, Capital Region Land Conservancy and developer partner to protect historic land by Roslyn Hills Park