Henrico County’s population grew at a slower rate in 2023 that the populations of six of the seven other largest Metro Richmond localities, according to a population estimate from the U.S. Census Bureau released Thursday. The agency estimated that Henrico’s population grew by just 207 people from 2022 to 2023 (or 0.06%) – to a total of 334,760, or 145 residents lower than its 2020 estimated population. Of the 133 localities in Virginia, the Census Bureau estimated that 83 saw a population growth last year; Henrico ranked 81st among that group. Meanwhile, Chesterfield County’s estimated population grew by more than...Article Link

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Judy was born at MCV Hospital on November 13, 1954, to James and Evelyn Loving - as the 12th, and last, of their children. Four of her brothers and sisters - Dorothy Ham, Elenor Loving, Larry Loving (Donna), Leonard Loving and special sister-in law, Donna Loving- remain to cherish her memory. After graduating Varina High School, Judy got married and had three girls, Jennifer (Kelly), Jessica (Hunter), and Jaclyn. For the next 20 years, she dedicated her time to raising strong, independent girls and caring for her sick mom, all while supporting her husband in the family business. After her...Article Link

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Legislation to educate consumers on invasive plant species passed in the General Assembly, but not without debate over where signage would be placed. Invasive plant species are not native to the region and can negatively impact ecosystems. The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has identified 90 invasive plant species, by rank of most to least invasive. Species on the list include kudzu, English ivy, golden bamboo and periwinkle. Sen. Saddam Salim, D-Fairfax, introduced Senate Bill 306 and Del. Holly Seibold, D-Fairfax, introduced House Bill 47. Lawmakers at the end of the legislative session smoothed out the differences between the...Article Link

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New Brazilian restaurant Fogo de Chão celebrated its official opening Feb. 22 with a ribbon-cutting and check presentation. Prior to the ribbon-cutting, CEO Barry McGowan presented Thaynara Santana, general manager of the Short Pump location, with a ceremonial knife to slice the ribbon. Fogo de Chão also donated more than ,000 to Feed More at the ceremony, representing a portion of the proceeds from opening week.Article Link

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Fairfield District Supervisor Roscoe Cooper, III, will hold his first Fairfield District Forum constituent meeting Thursday, March 21 to provide updates about several Henrico County initiatives. Cooper will be joined by representatives from Henrico Public Works, Police, Planning, Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services and Henrico County Public Schools to address projects related to community development, public safety and schools, sidewalk projects and the Marcus Alert system. Residents can attend the 6:30 p.m. meeting in person at the Henrico Sports & Events Center, 11000 Telegraph Road, or virtually via WebEx. To join by phone, dial 1-415-655-0002 and enter the...Article Link

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Henrico County Manager John Vithoulkas's proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget provides several nods to the county's current financial strength while also acknowledging critical employee shortages in several key areas. Vithoulkas presented his [post_excerpt].25-billion operating budget and 7.2-million capital improvement budget for the first time publicly Tuesday night to the county's board of supervisors. The board will conduct a four-day budget review session next week, as is customary in Henrico, before holding a public hearing March 26, followed by adoption of a budget April 9. The operating budget proposal would represent an increase of 8.4% over the current budget and include...Article Link

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2815 Caniff Road - 5,000, 1,406 SF (built in 1959), from Anita G. Morris to Joshua Sullivan. 8151 Hillcrest Road - 4,000, 1,152 SF (built in 1972), from Karra D. Graves to Bobadilla Elmer Daniel Herrera. 1502 Honor Drive - 0,000, 1,052 SF (built in 1985), from Alan Puryear and Wayne C. Blake to Roxane Nortiza Dryden. 3064 Montfort Loop - 6,500, 1,171 SF (built in 1995), from Merrill Lynch Trust Company Trustee to Stephen and Lara Grotz. 23 Ashinghurst Road - 0,000, 1,178 SF (built in 1975), from Laura S. Washington to Randall Tanner Kramer and Luiza C. Bretas....Article Link

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Henrico School Board members will review the proposed 2025-2026 school calendar at a work session March 14 before voting on the calendar at a monthly meeting April 18. The proposed calendar was drafted by the Henrico Schools’ Calendar Committee. While it currently has one first day for the entire division, the school board is considering a staggered start for the 2025-2026 school year for different grade levels, with some students beginning school on Monday, Aug. 18 and others beginning on Tuesday, Aug. 19. About 56% of HCPS parents, students and staff said they supported the staggered start proposal, according to...Article Link

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As a woman approaching 50 a bit quicker than I would like, I am coming to some realizations that I’m sure others can relate to as well – things you may not realize until seeing yourself through another person’s lens. My mom used to mention how much she loved to dance when she was younger and how she knew the latest dances. It would always make me laugh a little, because the woman I saw in front of me wasn’t what I would consider, ‘hip’ when it came to dancing. She would consistently talk about how stylish she considered herself...Article Link

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A raccoon found March 10 in the Three Chopt District tested positive for rabies, and two dogs are being quarantined as a result, according to Henrico Police. It was the first confirmed case of rabies in the county this year. Both dogs may have come in contact with the raccoon, police said, but no other animals or humans were exposed. The Henrico Police Animal Protection Unit is reminding residents to check rabies vaccinations for their pets. The county's next rabies clinic is scheduled May 18, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Henrico County Western Government Center. Vaccines are ...Article Link

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