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Heated discussion erupts at Henrico Board of Supervisors meeting over school redistricting, disparities in schools • Parham Road bridge work to result in lane closures March 21-28

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Heated discussion erupts at Henrico Board of Supervisors meeting over school redistricting, disparities in schools

Henrico Board of Supervisors members criticized the school board’s decision to hold off on a high school redistricting plan and urged board members to “do more” to address disparities between schools across the county at a joint budget meeting. Click here to read more

Parham Road bridge work to result in lane closures March 21-28
Bridge repair work will continue on Parham Road over I-95 March 21-28, according to Virginia Department of Transportation officials. The work will result in nightly alternating double lane and ramp closures. Work will take place March 21 and 22 between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. each day and
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I-95 rehabilitation work in Henrico rescheduled for March 22-23
Shoulder rehabilitation work on I-95 near Parham Road (mile marker 82) has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. The work originally was scheduled for March 16 and 17 but was postponed because of bad weather. Motorists
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Henrico to host resource fair March 25 for seniors and caregivers
The Henrico County Advocate for the Aging’s office will host its annual Senior and Caregiver Resource Expo from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 25 at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 North Laburnum Avenue. More than 50 local vendors will share resources and information for
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Plate and Goblet: A taste of Willow Lawn; a new coffee spot; All Henrico ‘Eats?’
In recent weeks I’ve had the chance to check out two relatively new restaurants at Willow Lawn: Taco Bamba and Ugly Dumpling. At the taqueria, I enjoyed a long happy hour with two friends, who were as pleased as I was with the casual vibe and easy-on-the-wallet menu items – not
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Henrico Crime Report: March 14-20, 2025
2300 block of Hickory Creek Drive, Three Chopt District – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at an apartment complex March 14 at 7:41 a.m. Three Chopt Road at Foster Road, Tuckahoe District – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with auto theft of a moped/
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Weekend Top 5
Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Road, will hold its March Open House + Artist Reception on Friday, March 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Featured exhibitions include the Gallery Member exhibit themed “Spring has Sprung” and the popular juried all-media show themed “All That Jazz.” In addition
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Obituaries - Henrico Citizen
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Pelagos VR brings thrilling new adventures to Metro Richmond
(Sponsored Content) Pelagos VR is bringing thrilling new adventures to Metro Richmond, Virginia. It features three high-end virtual reality experiences, each equipped with exciting games to explore. Feeling hungry or thirsty after your session? Pelagos also provides a variety of food and beverage options, along with comfortable seating for spectators.
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Mother's Day Tea & Brunch planned May 10-11 at Virginia Cliffe Inn

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Henrico News Minute – March 21, 2025
An 89-year-old woman dies after catching on fire; a senior and caregiver resource expo is planned on Tuesday; two road maintenance projects will impact traffic in the I-95/Parham Road corridor; the annual ‘Pass the Hat’ baseball game will take place April 5 at Glen Allen Stadium; the inaugural Richmond
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TRENDING THIS WEEK ON HENRICOCITIZEN.COM

• 89-year-old woman dies in Henrico after cigarette catches her on fire
• Henrico Schools planning to modify teacher contracts following concerns from staffers
• After delay, planned Henrico treatment and detox center nears reality
• Henrico School Board ditches high school boundary change proposal, will weigh 'comprehensive' school redistricting this fall
• Bagby’s omission of his wife, businesses on economic interest disclosure forms raise questions

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