Laurel Gallery is a haven for American-made artistry within Henrico County. Founded by Jeanne Bluford, this Hungary Road gallery has blossomed into a cherished sanctuary, offering a diverse array of locally crafted goods. Since the start, Laurel Gallery has served as a platform for artists and crafters from across the country, fostering a vibrant community deeply rooted in the appreciation of handmade and American-made products. The origins of Laurel Gallery trace back to the late 1980s, when a consignment endeavor emerged from a confluence of circumstances. "I owned a little house across the street,” Bluford recalled. "I had just purchased...Article Link

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Flavored vape products lacking Food and Drug Administration approval could be pulled from Virginia shelves, as a pair of identical bills head to Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s desk for his signature. Del. Rodney Willett, D-Henrico, and Sen. Creigh Deeds, D-Charlottesville, say their bills would help to eliminate the 50% of illegal, unregulated vapor and e-cigarette products currently being sold in the commonwealth. Both lawmakers said the bill’s intent is to also curb underage vaping, as no flavored e-cigarettes or vapes are currently FDA-approved which they say is to deter youth consumers. “It’s a very serious situation and what this bill is...Article Link

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Two males were found dead in a Henrico building Friday morning, according to Henrico Police. Henrico Police remain at the crime scene along the 900 block of Nine Mile Road collecting evidence. Officers were called to the area at about 5:02 a.m. when someone heard gunshots and called police. "Once on scene, officers entered the business where two males were found deceased," a Henrico Police spokesperson wrote in an email. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article Link

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22nd Street at Y Street – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with possession of cocaine, heroin and synthetic drugs March 22 at 12:54 p.m. 200 block of Newbridge Circle – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with possessing a concealed weapon, other weapons charges, and selling cocaine and marijuana at an apartment complex March 22 at 5 p.m. 6900 block of Forest Avenue – Police arrested and charged a citizen with shoplifting at a department/discount store March 22 at 9:22 p.m. 3000 block of Lauderdale Drive – Police arrested and charged a citizen with driving under the influence of...Article Link

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The CSz Richmond Theater, 8906-H West Broad Street, will present “Upstaged” at 8 p.m. Friday, March 29. Travel back to the 1960s and join fading New York actress Penelope Landers, her long-suffering butler Cuthbert Cuthbertson and special guests as they improvise a sitcom based on audience suggestions. Tickets are . For details, visit cszrichmond.com. *** Dorey Recreation Center, 2999 Darbytown Road in Varina, will present Cinema at the Center at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, March 29. The movie will be “Elemental.” There will be free popcorn, while supplies last. Admission is free, but space is limited. For details, call...Article Link

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September 10, 1942 - March 23, 2024 GLEN ALLEN – William Edward Loving, Jr., 81, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, March 23, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Margaret Woods Loving; daughters, Anne Claytor Taylor (Tommy), and Lynne Loving Wilkerson (Troy); son, William Edward Loving, III “Chip” (Corey); grandchildren, Tyler Claytor (Phyllis), Garrett Claytor (Vika), Connor Claytor (Katie), Maddy Claytor (fiancé, Matt Banholzer), Duncan Wilkerson, William Edward Loving, IV “Liam,” and Hudson Loving; and great-grandsons, Jonas Claytor and Arlo Claytor. He was also loved by many cousins, family, and friends. Born in Abilene, TX,...Article Link

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Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on March 23, 2024 at the age of 81. He is survived by Karen Lucille Spindler Wade, (wife of 60 years), five daughters, Renee Shockley (David), Michelle Welsh (Craig), Noelle Irelan (Mike), Coleen Shepherd (Roger), Donna Juma (Skip), and thirteen grandchildren, Lauren Compton (Forrest), Nichole Shockley, Craig Welsh, Jr. (Brandi), Joseph Welsh, Benjamin Welsh, Daniel Welsh, Jonathan Welsh, Rowan Irelan, Declan Irelan, Roger Shepherd III, (Kristen), Joshua Shepherd, Kaylyn Shepherd, Wade Shepherd, and four great grandchildren, Harley Deaton and Karmine Shotta, Landon Welsh, future Baby Shepherd; his brother, Gene Wade...Article Link

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Dorothy Jean Ball, 70, of Henrico, died on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. Dorothy Jean was born on January 28, 1954, in Columbia, SC to the late Robert Fulton Cayruth and the late Helen Tidwell Cayruth. She graduated from C.A. Johnson High School in Columbia, SC. Dorothy loved to model, take pictures, and ride a motorcycle. Sister Jennifer Gardner helped Dorothy to build a strong lasting relationship with Jehovah by studying the Bible with her. On June 22, 2019, Dorothy was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses with her family in attendance....Article Link

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HIATT, Elizabeth “Betsy” Jones of Henrico entered into eternal rest on February 23, 2024. She was 58 years old. She is survived by her devoted husband of 27 years, E. Charles “Buddy” Hiatt, Jr.; children, Jackson Catesby “Jack” Hiatt and Margaret Grace “Maggie” Hiatt; brother, Catesby C. Jones (Sarah) of Richmond; and sister, Brooke Jones Hodges (Tom) of Towson, Md.; along with several nieces, nephews, a great-niece and two great-nephews and numerous cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Catesby Brooke Jones and Margaret Gaffney Jones of Richmond. Betsy attended St. Catherine’s School in Richmond before graduating from...Article Link

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James Robert “Jimmy” Johnson III, 72, of Highland Springs, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024, at VCU Hospital. Jimmy was a U.S. Army Veteran, husband, father, grandfather, and loyal friend to all whose paths he crossed. His first passion was Tow Trucks and all things associated for over 35 years. Jimmy worked for Broyles Auto and Wrecker Service Talley’s Auto and various other companies, retiring in 2013. Jimmy loved to saltwater fish and be on the water any opportunity that he had, but his biggest joy was spoiling his two dogs, Prince and Princess. Survivors include his wife of 47...Article Link

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