4600 block of Pouncey Tract Road – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at an industrial/commercial establishment March 1 at 3:30 p.m. 11200 block of West Broad Street – Police arrested and charged a citizen with shoplifting at a retail store March 1 at 4:12 p.m. Greenwood Road at Mountain Road – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with driving under the influence, refusal to take a breathalyzer test, a weapons charge, and obstruction of justice at a vehicle accident March 1 at 9:41 p.m. 4500 block of Marshall Run Circle – Police arrested and charged a...Article Link

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Some of Henrico's smallest learners got a major life lesson Thursday morning. Their teachers weren't the ones you'd normally see in the classroom. Dozens of Henrico Fire members visited Highland Springs Elementary School to train students on what to do if they're in a burning building, who to go to for help on the scene of a fire, and what kind of emergencies require a 911 call. "This is the 35th school we've been at this year," said Jasmine Wall. Wall is a Community Services firefighter with the county. It's the first time the team expanded its fire safety lessons to...Article Link

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The Craftsmen’s Spring Classic art and craft show will be held at the Richmond Raceway Complex from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. March 8, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 9, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 10. The show features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from more than 15 states. Items for sale include pottery, fine art, jewelry, clothing, furniture, sculpture, woodwork and more. Tickets at the door are for adults ages 13 and older, [post_excerpt] for children ages 6-12 and free for children under six. Discounted tickets are available online. Sunday-only...Article Link

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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is reviewing legislation sent to him by the Democratic-controlled General Assembly that would require health insurers to fully cover contraceptives in Virginia. Identical bills from Del. Candi Mundon King, D-Prince William, and Sen. Ghazala Hashmi, D-Chesterfield, would require health insurance carriers in Virginia to cover all Food and Drug Administration-approved contraceptive drugs, over-the-counter medication and devices at no out-of-pocket cost to the customer. The legislation cleared both chambers with some Republican support and is part of a package of bills Democrats have fast-tracked to Youngkin, who has until the end of the day Friday to decide...Article Link

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To help reduce car accidents involving teen drivers this summer, the Virginia State Police and Youth of Virginia Speak Out About Traffic Safety have launched the Arrive Alive campaign through state schools. The campaign emphasizes the importance of wearing seat belts, driving safely, and avoiding drugs and alcohol while out with friends. Statistics released by Virginia State Police show that teen driver crashes are more frequent during the spring and summer months compared to the rest of the year; last year, there were nearly 6,200 of them in that timeframe statewide. Additionally, 12 teens aged between 15 and 19 were...Article Link

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FEB. 9 Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, 11788 West Broad Street – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: prep area hand sink doesn’t have paper towels; oyster tags are missing from containers in walk-in cooler; oyster tags are not marked with the date of service nor are they are in chronological order; raw chicken stored over beef and raw beef stored over cooked sausage; temperatures of turtle soup and spinach artichoke dip are elevated because of improper cooling methods; temperatures of crab in cups, pork cubes, shrimp, carmelized onions and potato wedges in bags are elevated; no date...Article Link

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The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation is currently accepting applications for grants that will be awarded to nonprofit and educational organizations that work in Dominion Energy’s service areas. The spring application period runs through 5 p.m., April 2, and decisions will be announced in June. Grants are available for programs and projects that focus on human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality. Last year, the foundation awarded more than million in grants. For details, click here.Article Link

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Transportation Security Administration officers at Richmond International Airport found a .380-caliber handgun loaded with six bullets in the carry-on bag of a Rockville, Virginia woman March 6. The gun was found at the airport's security checkpoint when an X-ray unit alerted officials to its presence in the bag. The woman was cited on a weapons charge by Richmond Airport Police and faces a civil penalty of as much as ,000. “It is disappointing to see travelers continue to bring their guns to our checkpoints because in doing so they create a potentially dangerous situation through their own actions,” said Robin...Article Link

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To encourage youngsters to learn more about democracy and how they can make a difference, the League of Women Voters of Virginia is launching a new program that will provide opportunities for students to get involved in local and state elections. The Youth Council program is open to second, third, and fourth-year high school students in Virginia. Students will be able to participate in a variety of projects that aim to promote civic engagement, such as voter registration, social media campaigns, and Get Out The Vote rallies. “We are dedicated to working and supporting students that have a passion for...Article Link

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The developer planning a 795-unit residential development in Varina has completed its purchase of the site. East West Partners of Virginia bought nearly 262 acres along the east side of the Pocahontas Parkway at Route 5 from the Nelson family for .5 million. The company is planning to build the Arcadia subdivision there. East West Partners of Virginia received rezoning approval from the Henrico Board of Supervisors in January 2023, overcoming significant opposition from some community members in the process. The developers said they plan to break ground soon. David M. Smith of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer handled the...Article Link

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