Nine Mile Road at Eastgate Boulevard – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with petit larceny, possession of synthetic drugs, and obstruction of justice July 21 at 11:30 a.m. 6500 block of West Broad Street – Police arrested and charged a citizen with shoplifting at a retail store July 21 at 3 p.m. 1500 block of River Bend Estates Drive – Police arrested and charged a citizen with non-aggravated assault at a single-family home July 21 at 5 p.m. 4700 block of Eanes Lane – Police arrested and charged a citizen with assault with a knife at a single-family home...Article Link

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A half-dozen scholar athletes from Henrico high schools will be part of the inaugural class of Active Living Leadership (ALL Stars), which will kick off its 10-month program July 29. Sponsored by Sports Backers in partnership with the Richmond Times-Dispatch, the program will provide education, hands-on experiences, and mentorship to 20 ALL Star Student-Athletes, who were selected from a pool of 140 nominees. Through participation in both in-person and virtual educational opportunities during their senior year, the seniors will build long-lasting relationships and leadership skills while also earning ,500 scholarships. Among the Henrico students selected for the program are Lily...Article Link

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My dad was born July 24th 1958 to my grandparents, George Kendall Loving Jr and Constance Lucille French both of Richmond, VA. Graduate of Douglas Southall Freeman High School he went on to work in many industries and most recognized was his time during Integrated Power Sources of VA as a Service Manager. In 2006 he went on to open his own company, Tool Guys in Lakeside, Va. where he made tons of friends and memories. My dad loved his grandson and myself more than life. He raised me since I was 6 almost alone with his parents help. My...Article Link

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Mary "Mimi" Lynn Guyton, of Henrico, went to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 22, 2023. She is predeceased by her parents Earnest Linwood Guyton Sr. and Edna Roberson Guyton. Left to cherish Mary’s memory are her siblings, Claudia Guyton Wells, Julie Guyton Matthews, and Earnest Linwood Guyton Jr.; nieces, Dr. Meagan Cogbill and Brooke Canady (Ben), Rachel Matthews; nephews, Justin Daniels and Hunter Matthews (Lizzie). Mimi enjoyed reading, theater, travel, and the finer things of life. She loved cats including her past babies, Queenie, Keith Richards, and Mick Jagger. She lived in Scotland for two years and traveled to...Article Link

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Frederick Wheelock Wells, age 87, a true gentleman , teacher, coach and mentor to many, passed away to join the Lord on July 21, 2023. Fred was born in 1936 in Richmond, Virginia to his parents, John Lewis and Lula Hammond Wells. Fred was a life-long member of First Baptist Church. Fred, aka, Pop-Pop, is survived by his wife, Sarah, brother Barry and his family in Sweden; son Bill (Suzy); daughter Kim Walton of Raleigh, NC. He is also survived by his 4 grandchildren, Sarah Anne Brewer (Derrick), Billy Jr., Jack and Ashlyn Walton. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson High...Article Link

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George F. Richards, 87, of Sandston, passed away on July 19, 2023. He was born to the late Walter and Evelyn Richards on October 31, 1935. George was preceded in death by his brothers, Norman, Lew, Larry; and the love of his life, Lula H. Richards. Left to cherish his memory are his sons, Ronnie Barlow (Jenny), Roy Richards (Anita); daughter, Sandra Snyder (Ray); four grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. George retired from Philip Morris in May of 1986. He enjoyed bowling and baseball. George was on the Board of Directors for the Greater Richmond Bowling Association, he was a...Article Link

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Pamela B. Barker, 66, of Sandston, entered eternal rest on Friday, July 14, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alma H. and Walter Scott Bowman. Pam retired from Dixie Sporting Goods and worked for several years at the Federal Reserve, PPFA, and Martinair. She enjoyed spending time at the beach and bowling with her mother. Pam had a big personality and loved to go shopping and spend time with her friends. She had a soft spot for all animals, especially cats and dogs. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 31 years, William N....Article Link

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Henrico Police have arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the murder of an 18-year-old man July 12. Ra’Quan Shaheim Gordon was taken into custody July 27 without incident during a police search of a residence where he was believed to be staying. Gordon faces a second-degree murder charge, one charge of using a firearm in the commission of a felony, and one charge of possession of a firearm by a felon. Teshawn Damon Archer was found suffering from a gunshot wound July 12 shortly after 8 p.m. in the 7700 block of Northbourne Court. He died at the scene....Article Link

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JULY 6 Nick’s Roman Terrace, 8051-A West Broad Street – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: mouse droppings found in the back prep/storage areas; prep unit cutting board is heavily stained and scratched; observed grease and food debris on sides of fryers and on shelves; portable fans are dusty; floors in the back prep/storage area are no longer smooth and easily cleanable. McCormack’s Big Whisky Grill, 1420 North Parham Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: toilet paper, tape and tickets found in hand sink near dish area; wings and ribs delivered from...Article Link

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The average price of a gallon of unleaded gas in Metro Richmond and Virginia is up 11 cents in one week, to .52 in both cases, according to AAA. Nationally, the average cost per gallon is .71, up 13 cents since last week. The primary cause, according to AAA officials, is the rising cost of oil, which is up nearly in the past few days, near a barrel. Because oil accounts for almost 50 percent of the cost of a gallon of gas, higher oil prices usually mean higher pump prices. “Gas demand, meaning people fueling up, remains...Article Link

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