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Police: Second missing Goochland teen safely located

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2024/09/03

A 15-year-old Goochland girl reported missing from Short Pump in July has been found safe, according to Henrico Police. Alaina Hendricks went missing in the 11300 block of West Broad Street July 18 with another Goochland teen, 17-year-old Hailey Yost. Yost later was found safe Aug. 20. Police did not provide details about where or how either girl had been located. "We want to thank the community and all other assisting agencies that helped to search for the juveniles over the past several wee...

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Eight fatal Labor Day weekend crashes, including one...

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2024/09/03

Virginia witnessed 10 fatalities in car accidents during the Labor Day weekend, according to preliminary data from state police officials – down from the 14 recorded in the same period a year earlier. One of the fatal crashes occurred in Henrico County. Two double-fatal crashes occurred in the state during the holiday weekend; the first Sept. 1 in Northampton County, and the second on Sept. 2, in Henry County. "We continue to be on an unsustainable pace for traffic fatalities," said Virginia ...

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Henrico supervisors to hold retreat Sept. 4-5 to...

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2024/09/03

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will hold a two-day retreat Sept. 4-5 to discuss a number of topics and potential initiatives. The work sessions will take place at the Deep Run Recreation Center, 9900 Ridgefield Parkway, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday. The event will be available through a livestream on WebEx on Wednesday and Thursday, and members of the public also may attend in person. On Wednesday, the board intends to hear an economic outloo...

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Henrico woman 'loved by everyone' killed in...

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2024/09/03

Chesterfield Police released new information about a fatal shooting along the 3700 block of Passage Way Drive in Chester. Seth J. Branch, 20, was arrested and charged in connection to the shooting death of 22-year-old Allison J. Tignor of Henrico. "At about 9:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 29, police responded to a report of a shooting. Once on scene, officers found [Tignor] suffering from a gunshot wound. [She] was transported to an area hospital where she died as a result of her injuries on Se...

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1:29

Milestones: Sept. 3, 2024

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2024/09/03

Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently announced additional key administration and board appointments: Advisory Board on Service and Volunteerism – Clovia Lawrence of Henrico, multimedia personality and chief executive officer of Project Give Back to Community, and Joel Robert Morgan of Henrico, executive director of Virginia programs at Ampact; Board for the Blind and Vision Impaired – Kathryn E. Campbell of Henrico, case manager at Moms in Motion; Cemetery Board – Caroline Smyth of Henrico, manager o...

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11:31

How Virginia is addressing the dark side of gambling

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2024/09/03

The expansion of casinos and the rise of online gambling platforms in Virginia have sparked growing concerns about problem gambling, particularly among the state’s younger population. As gambling options become more accessible, experts warn that the number of young people falling into addiction is on the rise, leading to severe financial, emotional, and social consequences. “Problem gambling is not just a personal problem, it’s a family, community and state problem. One individual that strugg...

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Obituary - Shirley Throckmorton Lawhorne

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2024/09/01

Shirley Throckmorton Lawhorne, 89, of Varina, passed away in her home surrounded by her family on Monday, August 26, 2024. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Carl T. Lawhorne, Sr.; and her parents, Carrington Throckmorton and Katie Throckmorton Oliver. She is survived by her loving son, Carl T. Lawhorne, Jr. (Elizabeth); daughter, Donna L. Ford; grandchildren, Christi Walker (Doug), Andy Walker, Jr. (Krystle), Sam Lawhorne and Christopher Lawhorne (Kelley); great grandchildren, ...

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Obituary - Edith May Walters Christ

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2024/09/01

It is with deep sorrow and loving memory that we announce the passing of Edith "Edie" May Walters Christ on August 26, 2024, at the age of 95 after battling dementia. Born on January 12, 1929, in Pittsburgh, PA, she was the embodiment of kindness and playfulness —attributes that she carried throughout her long and fruitful life. With a heart ever devoted to her family, Edie leaves behind a legacy of enduring love through her cherished husband of 73 years, Nick Christ, her beloved children, Je...

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Obituary - Charles Thomas Wicker

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2024/09/01

Charles Thomas Wicker “C.T.”, 76, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Gordon Wicker; and his mother, Lois Hattorf Wicker. He is survived by his spouse of 50 years, Frances S. Wicker; daughter, Robin Ann Wicker; sister, Judy Theofanos (Stanley); nieces, Ann Gammon, Michelle Moscardini (Andrew), Cindi Froggatt (Todd); nephews, Ted Theofanos (Stephanie), Alex Theofanos, Jeff Powell (Veronica), Robert Mason (Lori); great nephews, Stamate Theofanos ...

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Obituary - Carolyn Floyd Altizer

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2024/09/01

Carolyn Floyd “Poodle Duck” Altizer, 81, of Sandston, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 24, 2024. She was preceded in death by her parents. Carolyn retired from Brocks Associates as an office administrator. She loved to read, travel, and gamble. Carolyn was also a member of Richmond – East Moose Lodge. Left to cherish her memory are her partner, William “Billy” Browning; "adopted" daughter, Bobby-Jo Creps; and the extended Browning family and loved ones.Article LinkSupport the Show.

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Obituary - Samantha Parker

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2024/09/01

Samantha Parker, 36, of Glen Allen, VA passed away on August 27, 2024. She is preceded in death by her grandfathers, Joseph Everette Michael and Joseph Dombrowski. Samantha is survived by her loving parents, Jerry and Ginny Michael; sister, Felicia Schoenbaum (Dustin); brother, Travis Michael (Criston); grandparents, Lee and Kitty Raver; grandmother, Mary Ann Dombrowski; aunt, Fran Knerr; uncle, John Michael (Karyn); and her canine companion, Maui. A graduate of Hermitage High School, Samanth...

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Statewide diaper drive planned in recognition of...

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2024/08/30

Several organizations are organizing a statewide diaper drive to help families in Virginia that are struggling to buy diapers. Diaper banks, maternal health hubs, and diaper pantries across the state are combining on the effort in recognition of Diaper Need Awareness Week Sept. 23-29. A healthy change of diapers costs nearly 0 per month, or as much as six percent of a full-time minimum wage worker’s salary. One in two Virginia mothers struggle to provide diapers for their babies, according to...

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Police: Toddler struck and killed on Staples Mill...

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2024/08/30

A two-year-old girl wandered away from her home Thursday night into eastbound traffic on Staples Mill Road, where she was struck by a passing vehicle, according to Henrico Police. She later died at a local hospital. Police officials have launched an investigation to determine how she left her home. The incident happened at about 10:43 p.m. on Staples Mill Road near Townhouse Road. The toddler was truck by a Honda, whose driver stopped and remained on scene. When officers arrived, they found t...

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Henrico Crime Report: Aug. 23-29, 2024

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2024/08/30

11200 block of West Broad Street, Three Chopt District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with shoplifting at a retail store Aug. 23 at 1:40 p.m. 3200 block of Britton Road, Varina District – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with possession of cocaine, heroin and synthetic drugs and a warrant service Aug. 23 at 5:11 p.m. Watts Lane at Mechanicsville Turnpike, Fairfield District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with driving under the influence and other state traffic violat...

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2:23

Weekend Top 5

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2024/08/30

The Henrico Theatre, 305 East Nine Mile Road, will show four movies this weekend: Argylle at 7 p.m. Aug. 30, If at 3 p.m. Aug. 31, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga at 8 p.m. Aug. 31, and Shrek 2 at 3 p.m. Sept. 1. Tickets and concessions are just [post_excerpt], sold only at the door. For details, call (804) 652-1460 or visit henricotheatre.com. * * * Henrico Recreation and Parks will present “Gabriel and a Man Named Nat: The Fight for Freedom” on Saturday, Aug. 31 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Meadow Farm...

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Henrico supervisors approve subsidized housing...

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2024/08/30

The Henrico Board of Supervisors approved a 5,000 grant in support of an affordable housing project in Eastern Henrico at its most recent meeting Aug. 27. Project:HOMES, a Richmond-based nonprofit, will buy 5910 and 5920 Nine Mile Road in the Varina District and build a subdivision of at least 22 affordable homes there. The homes will be limited to qualified purchasers who make no more than 120% of the median income for the Richmond area (currently ,988, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.) ...

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Richmond Raceway's fall 2025 NASCAR Cup Series race...

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2024/08/29

Richmond Raceway will return to its familiar Saturday night time slot for its lone NASCAR Cup Series race in 2025, NASCAR officials announced Thursday as part of the formal release of their 2025 season. The track will host its Cup race Aug. 16 and will again host a Craftsman Truck Series race the night before. The announcements come days after track officials learned they were losing their spring race weekend, which NASCAR is moving to Mexico City and to a mid-June date. “Returning the NASCAR...

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ESPN's Jay Bilas to speak in Henrico at VCU event

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2024/08/29

The Virginia Commonwealth University Business School’s Kornblau Real Estate Program will host its 32nd annual Real Estate Trends Conference Oct. 10 in Henrico, headlined by keynote speaker Jay Bilas, an ESPN basketball analyst, and real estate keynote speaker Willy Walker, chairman and CEO of commercial real estate finance company Walker & Dunlop. The conference will take place at the Henrico Sports and Events Center at Virginia Center beginning with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the program...

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Turner named to lead new Henrico Department of...

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2024/08/29

Jelisa Turner has been appointed to lead the Henrico Department of Outreach and Engagement, Henrico's newest government agency. Turner, who previously served as the Henrico Fire Community Assistance, Resources, and Education (CARE) Program manager, will begin her new position Aug. 24. The Henrico County Board of Supervisors created the new agency with the goal of better serving the diverse needs of all county residents. It will be tasked with performing community outreach and engagement and o...

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Youngkin announces expansion of 'It Only Takes One'...

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2024/08/29

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin this week announced the expansion of the statewide "It Only Takes One" campaign to help combat the ongoing fentanyl crisis. The initiative will see the First Lady of Virginia, Suzanne Youngkin, travel to rural communities across the commonwealth to spread fentanyl awareness and speak with families affected by the issue. A spokesperson for the governor’s office said that since its January launch in Roanoke, the It Only Takes One campaign already made parents 55...

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