3 Penny Theatre will present “A Mark Twain Halloween,” featuring professional actor Ray Carver as Mark Twain, at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Oct. 21 at The Gayton Kirk Presbyterian Church, 11421 Gayton Road in Henrico’s West End. Come and hear spooky tales of ghosts, witches and spirits with Mark Twain’s unique view of the supernatural. 3 Penny Theatre practices Radical Hospitality and all tickets are pay-what-you-can; each audience member decides their own ticket price. To reserve tickets, call The Gayton Kirk at (804) 741-5254 or email [email protected]. *** CharacterWorks, a faith-based after-school theater program,...Article Link

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Barbara Jane Gray Durrette, 84, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2023, in Henrico. She was born on August 28, 1939, in Sylvatus, VA to the late Virginia Sayers “Gray” Goad and Archie Webb Gray. Barbara is survived by her three children, Tarleton Bleece Durrette Jr., Anthony Glenn Durrette (Peggy Sue), and Gregory Todd Durrette; four grandchildren, Anthony Michael Durrette (Erika Durrette), Andrew Glen Durrette, Tarleton “Tre” Bleece Durrette III, and Brandon Todd Durrette; two great-grandchildren, Mason Bleece Durrette and Aiden Wilhelm Durrette; step granddaughter, Tasha Blakley; two step great- grandchildren, Camden Blakley, and Bryce Blakley; four siblings, Lilian G...Article Link

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Margaret V. Sykes, 94, of Sandston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 12, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Earl W. Sykes; her parents, Coral E. and Wiley E. Thomas; brothers, James Thomas, Robert Thomas (Rachel), Baxter Thomas (Carrie Mae), Hobart Thomas (Eunice); and sister Mabel Thomas; and they had an infant brother who preceded them all in death. She was a loving mother, wife and grandmother and she enjoyed gardening. She is survived by her sons, Anthony William Sykes and Michael Edward Sykes; a daughter, Dawn Sykes McNamara (Dan); a grandson, Thomas H. McNamara; and a...Article Link

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Sheila F. Shaw, 82, of Henrico, VA passed through Heaven’s gate on Saturday, October 14, 2023. She is predeceased by her husband and best friend, Emerson W. Shaw and their son Brent Lynn Shaw. She is survived by her devoted children Kimberly A. Yates (David), Scott E. Shaw (Annette), and Renee’ J. Tollison (Joe); Her adoring grandchildren Kristin L. Gross (Kent), Edward S. Shaw (Amelia), Lauren A. Rice (Brandon), Amber L. Shaw, Brooke L. Miniard (Larson), Sarah-Anne P. Shaw, David W. Yates Jr (Kayci) and Matthew C. Alfonso (Kayla); 11 great grandchildren as well as many step grandchildren, step great-grandchildren...Article Link

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Andrew Lavar Roberts, 23, of Henrico, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Andrew lived his life in the Fast lane, leaving behind a trail of memories. Described as friendly, caring and sometimes as loud as a revving engine. Andrew knew how to make an impression. He had a knack for being both annoying and endearing, a skill few possess. Survived by his sister, Gabriella Valentino, his grandparents, Barry & Patricia Roberts, and his girlfriend, Kimberly Wall, and a large circle of extended family and friends. Andrews departure has left a void that cannot be filled. He was preceded in death...Article Link

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John Thomas Miller, 74, of Henrico County passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents Frances and William Miller. He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Claudia Maher Miller. He is also survived by his sisters-in- law, Karen Maher Reibsamen and Joanne Maher, and his brothers-in-law, Michael Maher and John Maher and his wife Benet as well as numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. John had a long, distinguished 38 year career with MassMutual as a financial advisor. Over the course of his career, he was a...Article Link

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Some Virginia child care facilities face an uncertain future with the September expiration of pandemic-era relief funding. Additionally, a recent report found facilities are understaffed and child care is unaffordable for many Virginia families, especially those with young children. An estimated 88,265 kids in Virginia will lose their child care, according to The Century Foundation, a progressive think tank. An estimated 1,383 programs could close and 2,861 child care workers will lose their jobs. Places like L & E Bright Future Child Day Center in Virginia Beach are in financial limbo. Owner Elizabeth Oppong received past government funding, and said...Article Link

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Catalytic converter thieves targeted Tech 4 Troops, a Henrico-based nonprofit group that helps veterans in the Richmond area. Cameras captured the crime on video. In the video, you can see two people steal a catalytic converter from a van parked outside Tech 4 Troops last Monday morning. As a result of the crime, the van can’t be driven till expensive repairs are made. Mark Casper the president of Tech 4 Troops told Greg McQuade that without transportation the deliveries and pickups are derailed. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article Link

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Serving people and pleasing God are Robyn Roots' life goals. The Henrico nurse has decades of experience working with thousands of kidney patients and families. "I’ve been partnering with the kidney foundation for over 20 years," Roots said. "I go out in the community and educate. I also go out to organizations, churches, and anybody that calls my company Kidney Keeper, I educate them and support them through that process." Roots, who wears many hats in this community, was humbled to learn her dedication has not gone unnoticed. She was recently recognized nationally and selected as a Presidential Volunteer Service...Article Link

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Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School in Henrico is expanding. The school held a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 13 for a new .2-million wing, which will include a full-sized gymnasium, state-of-the-art music and art classrooms, additional bathrooms, and added storage. Huff-Morris Architects and Century Construction have been working together to design and plan for the new building, to be located at the rear of the school. Construction is expected to begin in earnest in late fall, and the new space will be ready for use in the fall of 2024. During the ceremony, deacon Steven Cottam offered an opening prayer and...Article Link

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