Margie Jane Lange, age 88, of Sandston, Virginia was rewarded with her wings on Friday, July 7, 2023. She was preceded in death by her former-husband, Fred H Lange Jr.; parents; brothers; and sister. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Karen Dodson (David), Sharen Wood (Linny), and Fred Lange III (Sheri); grandchildren, Erice Melton (Brad), Gregory Williams (Katie), Kayla Lange, Matthew Lange, Andrew Lange, and Joshua Lange; great-grandchild, Landon Melton; sisters, Janet Doyle and Dot Smith; numerous nieces and nephews; as well as her dear grand-dog, Sophie. Margie was a majorette in high school. She loved sports and...Article Link

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Joseph Earl Brooks, Jr., with both sorrow and joy, we celebrate the life of Earl Brooks, who passed away peacefully on July 8, 2023, at the age of 86. Born on September 4, 1936, in Tappahannock, VA, he was beloved by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his brother, Charles. He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Barbara; and sons, Brian (Erin) and Kevin (Brandi). His greatest joy was his four grandchildren, Parker, Casey, Riley, and Grayson. Though he is gone, Papa will forever be loved and missed...Article Link

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Olive White Wyman, 95, of Sandston, Virginia passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband Wallace W. Wyman, Sr. She is survived by her children, Christy W. Watts, Wally Wyman (Maria); beloved grandchildren, Justin Wyman (Megan) and Jessica Wyman (Colin); and one great-grandchild, Harrison Wyman who she adored; one nephew, Buck Williams (Anita); and two nieces, Betty Jo Hall (Todd) and Vickie Corley (Eddie). Ollie was the matriarch of an extended family and had many friends whom she dearly loved. Ollie was a long standing member of Antioch Baptist...Article Link

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Bronson Ewing Stoneman, 88, of Varina, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023, joining The Lord. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Janet Chase Stoneman, along with his daughter, Janet Benford (Bob); grandchildren, Matthew (Abby); and great-grandsons, Gabe, Joseph and Amy Muncy, and Matthew; and great-grandchildren, Emery, Preston, and Paul Benford. Also surviving him are his son, Bronson Jr. “Butch” (Pam); grandchildren, Casey (Donald), Becky (Rob); and great-granddaughters, Ellie, Abbey (Zack); son, Bryan (Beth); and granddaughter, Katy. Bronson was the youngest of Wilmer and Irene Stoneman’s three children. He is survived by his sister,...Article Link

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A man was hit by a car near Richmond International Airport early Friday morning. Henrico Police said they responded to the hit-and-run around 3:50 a.m. in the 5000 block of Williamsburg Road. Officers found a man in the roadway with head trauma when they arrived at the scene. Click here to continue reading on WTVR.com, a Henrico Citizen partner organization.Article Link

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5600 block of Crenshaw Road – Police arrested and charged a citizen with strangulation at an apartment complex July 7 at 2:54 a.m. 7900 block of Brook Road – Police arrested and charged a citizen with shoplifting at a department/discount store July 7 at 2:20 p.m. East Laburnum Avenue at Carolina Avenue – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with driving under the influence of drugs, selling marijuana, possessing a concealed weapon, and other weapons violations July 7 at 8:50 p.m. 8500 block of Hanford Drive – Police arrested and charged a citizen(s) with being drunk in a public place,...Article Link

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Diana A. Trutia of Godwin H.S. and Carter A. Meagher of Collegiate School have been named among 750 of the most recent winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by colleges and universities. These Merit Scholar designees join more than 3,000 other college-sponsored award recipients who were announced in June by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). To become Merit Scholars, students must qualify with high national test scores in their junior year, then submit a detailed scholarship application and essay. They are judged on academic record, essay, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment, honors and awards...Article Link

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The Henrico Theatre Company will present “Bell, Book and Candle” at 8 p.m. July 14-15 and at 3 p.m. July 16 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen. In this fantasy play by John Van Druten, Gillian Holroyd is one of the few modern people who can actually cast spells and perform feats of supernaturalism. She casts a spell over an unattached publisher, Shepherd Henderson, partly to keep him away from a rival and partly because she is attracted to him. He falls head over heels in love with her at once and wants to marry her. But witches,...Article Link

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All five seats on the Henrico School Board are up for election this November, and three candidates have their eyes set on the Three Chopt District seat: Eleina Espigh, Madison Irving and Kristen Vithoulkas. Three Chopt District board member Micky Ogburn is not seeking re-election. She joined the board in 2014 after winning a special election to fill the remaining term of former representative Diana Winston, then won re-election in 2015 and 2019. She resigned her role as board chair in 2021 after she received criticism for sharing an offensive post on her personal Facebook page. She quickly deleted the...Article Link

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JUNE 21 Red Robin America’s Gourmet Burgers & Spirits, 10067 Brook Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: there is 0 ppm sanitizer in the dish machine; temperatures of pizza sauce, tomatoes and turkey in prep units are elevated; observed heavy ice buildup in multiple units across cook line and salad dress station; reach-in across from pizza prep has a torn gasket; floor drains are rusted. Park Lane Tavern, 2251 Old Brick Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: observed an employee handle seared tuna with bare hands while wrapping for storage...Article Link

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