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School began offering 25-minute 'brain break' last year 2-3 times weekly
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Henrico supervisors, school board members share more about working relationship and 'weirdness' described at joint meeting
Henrico Schools Superintendent Amy Cashwell is investigating the “weirdness” brought up by some members of the Henrico Board of Supervisors regarding relationships with the schools, according to School Board Chair Alicia Atkins. At a joint meeting with the school board Oct. 22, Supervisor Chairman Tyrone Nelson, who represents the Varina
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At Sandston meeting, county officials, citizens discuss recent crime spree
Eastern Henrico residents gathered at Sandston Elementary School Nov. 19 to voice their concerns about recent acts of vandalism in Sandston – including one night during which 34 separate instances occurred. Henrico Police officials believe that they have identified a suspect and are continuing to investigate the incidents, Henrico Police Chief
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Henrico Schools halts free winter meals sign-up after 500 families sign up within an hour
A free winter food distribution sign-up posted by Henrico Schools Nov. 19 was open for only an hour when it quickly reached capacity, with 500 families requesting meals. The meal pick-up, offered by HCPS’ Division of Family and Community Engagement in partnership with the Henrico Community Food Bank, intends to
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