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November 14, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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The Roseshire Gaming Parlor in Henrico’s Near West End, which opened to the public Sept. 29 despite numerous efforts by local officials to prevent it from doing so, generated more than $5.6 million in HHR wagers during its first few days in business.
Data shows Roseshire generated $5.6M in HHR revenue during first several days
The Roseshire Gaming Parlor in Henrico’s Near West End, which opened to the public Sept. 29 despite numerous efforts by county and state officials to prevent it from doing so, generated more than $5.6 million in wagers on its 175 historical horse racing machines during its first few
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November 14, 2025 at 12:43 AM
The Roseshire Gaming Parlor in Henrico’s Near West End, which opened to the public Sept. 29 despite numerous efforts by local officials to prevent it from doing so, generated more than $5.6 million in HHR wagers during its first few days in business.
The ribbon-cutting marked the culmination of a significant renovation of the former Anthem office building at 2025 Staples Mill Road.
Kinsale celebrates completion of first phase of massive $500M Near West End mixed-use project
Kinsale Capital Group, Inc. celebrated the completion of the first phase of its Kinsale Center in Henrico's Near West End Nov. 12 during a ceremony attended by Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Virginia Secretary of Commerce and Trade Juan Pablo Segura and other local and state officials.
The Phase 1 completion
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November 13, 2025 at 11:49 PM
The ribbon-cutting marked the culmination of a significant renovation of the former Anthem office building at 2025 Staples Mill Road.
In this week's Restaurant Watch, we take a look at health department inspections for Capital Ale House and Hyderabad Biryani House in Innsbrook, Anna’s Pizza Pasta and Subs in Highland Springs, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse in Short Pump, SB's Lakeside Loveshack and others.
Restaurant Watch
OCT. 15
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, 8121 Brook Road – The following violations were reported during a routine inspection: hand sink near breading station doesn’t have paper towels; there is flour residue on pans stored clean; single-service cups are stored on a dirty shelf; biscuit pans are dented and heavily pitted;
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November 13, 2025 at 8:22 PM
In this week's Restaurant Watch, we take a look at health department inspections for Capital Ale House and Hyderabad Biryani House in Innsbrook, Anna’s Pizza Pasta and Subs in Highland Springs, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse in Short Pump, SB's Lakeside Loveshack and others.
With the government shutdown now over, Henrico residents who rely on federal food assistance will likely see 90% of their usual benefits this month, county officials said. A total of 37,284 Henrico citizens rely on SNAP benefits each month.
Officials: Henrico SNAP recipients will get 90% of usual benefits in November
With the government shutdown now over, Henrico residents who rely on federal food assistance will likely see 90% of their usual benefits this month, county officials said Nov. 12.
Last week, the newly-created Virginia Emergency Nutrition Assistance program used state funds to distribute benefits to Virginia’s 850,000 recipients
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November 13, 2025 at 6:17 PM
With the government shutdown now over, Henrico residents who rely on federal food assistance will likely see 90% of their usual benefits this month, county officials said. A total of 37,284 Henrico citizens rely on SNAP benefits each month.
The Shady Grove Coffeehouse at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church in Glen Allen will present award-winning Richmond singer-songwriter Susan Greenbaum on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:12 PM
The Shady Grove Coffeehouse at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church in Glen Allen will present award-winning Richmond singer-songwriter Susan Greenbaum on Saturday, Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
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The Henrico Harvest Community Food Drive to benefit Feed More will be held Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with three drop-off locations across the county: Deep Run Recreation Center, Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, and the Gee Law Firm PC on Nine Mile Road.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The Henrico Harvest Community Food Drive to benefit Feed More will be held Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with three drop-off locations across the county: Deep Run Recreation Center, Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, and the Gee Law Firm PC on Nine Mile Road.
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The Roseshire Gaming Parlor generated more than $5.6 million in revenue in September despite being open to the public for only two days; Kinsale celebrates the completion of the first phase of its Kinsale Center in the Near West End; and more.
Henrico News Minute – Nov. 13, 2025
What percentage of their typical monthly SNAP benefits should Henrico recipients expect this month?; the Roseshire Gaming Parlor generated more than $5.6 million in revenue in September despite being open to the public for only two days; Kinsale celebrates the completion of the first phase of its Kinsale Center
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November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
The Roseshire Gaming Parlor generated more than $5.6 million in revenue in September despite being open to the public for only two days; Kinsale celebrates the completion of the first phase of its Kinsale Center in the Near West End; and more.
November 13, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water from the county's Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek in Cumberland.
Henrico to consider selling county water to Powhatan, Cumberland counties
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water from the county's Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek in Cumberland.
On Oct. 14, the Henrico Board of Supervisors authorized County Manager John Vithoulkas to
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November 13, 2025 at 12:43 AM
Henrico County is reigniting talks with both Powhatan and Cumberland counties on a 2011 proposal that would allow Henrico to sell other localities water from the county's Virgil R. Hazelett Reservoir at Cobbs Creek in Cumberland.
In this week's Fur Finder - It's getting chilly outside, which means it's perfect cuddle weather! Warm up with a new furry friend like Chester (hound/beagle), Ponder (labrador retriever), Jed or Teddy (pit bull terriers). Find them at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:51 PM
In this week's Fur Finder - It's getting chilly outside, which means it's perfect cuddle weather! Warm up with a new furry friend like Chester (hound/beagle), Ponder (labrador retriever), Jed or Teddy (pit bull terriers). Find them at the Henrico Police Animal Shelter.
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Registration for Henrico Recreation and Parks' winter programs will begin Monday, Nov. 17 for county residents and Friday, Nov. 21 for all others.
Henrico Recreation and Parks winter program registration begins Nov. 17
Registration for Henrico Recreation and Parks' winter programs will begin Monday, Nov. 17 for county residents and Friday, Nov. 21 for all others.
Registration will be available online and in person at Belmont Recreation Center, Deep Run Recreation Center, Dorey Recreation Center and the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center beginning that
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November 12, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Registration for Henrico Recreation and Parks' winter programs will begin Monday, Nov. 17 for county residents and Friday, Nov. 21 for all others.
The top-selling home in Henrico County during the week of Oct. 22-28 is located near the intersection of River and North Parham roads. The 8,782 SF house, built in 1971, sold for $2,500,000. View other property transactions in the county here:
Henrico Property Transactions: Oct. 22-28, 2025
7 Rodes Avenue, Varina District - $210,000, 890 SF (built in 1918), from Lindsey L. Heller to Marie Ashley Byron.
505 Fayette Avenue, Fairfield District - $245,000, 1,053 SF (built in 1948), from 505 Fayette Avenue LLC to Cameron L. Handy.
214 Greenpark Road, Varina District -
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November 12, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The top-selling home in Henrico County during the week of Oct. 22-28 is located near the intersection of River and North Parham roads. The 8,782 SF house, built in 1971, sold for $2,500,000. View other property transactions in the county here:
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen will host a grand opening for its "Symphony of Color" exhibit Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. The exhibit explores how color (like music) can evoke emotions, tell stories, and create deeper connections to the viewer.
'Symphony of Color' exhibit to open Nov. 13 at Cultural Arts Center
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen will host a grand opening for its "Symphony of Color" exhibit Thursday, Nov. 13, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the center, 2880 Mountain Road in Glen Allen.
The exhibit is described as "a celebration of the vibrant, dynamic energy
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November 12, 2025 at 7:41 PM
The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen will host a grand opening for its "Symphony of Color" exhibit Thursday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. The exhibit explores how color (like music) can evoke emotions, tell stories, and create deeper connections to the viewer.
*CLIENT SPOTLIGHT* Learning to read as an adult is complex. READ RVA provides classroom instruction, one-to-one tutoring, and community programs to adults who want to improve their reading, writing, basic math, and digital skills. Contact READ RVA at (804) 288-9930.
November 12, 2025 at 3:01 PM
*CLIENT SPOTLIGHT* Learning to read as an adult is complex. READ RVA provides classroom instruction, one-to-one tutoring, and community programs to adults who want to improve their reading, writing, basic math, and digital skills. Contact READ RVA at (804) 288-9930.
Henrico reignites talks to sell water from new reservoir to other localities; memories from a 103-year-old Henrico WWII veteran; the immersive Claude Monet experience opens in Short Pump; registration for winter programs through Henrico Recreation and Parks opens Monday.
Henrico News Minute – Nov. 12, 2025
Henrico reignites talks to sell water from new reservoir to other localities; memories from a 103-year-old Henrico WWII veteran; the immersive Claude Monet experience opens in Short Pump; registration for winter programs through Henrico Recreation and Parks opens Monday.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Henrico reignites talks to sell water from new reservoir to other localities; memories from a 103-year-old Henrico WWII veteran; the immersive Claude Monet experience opens in Short Pump; registration for winter programs through Henrico Recreation and Parks opens Monday.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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The 358-home community, to be known as Westford Glen, would take shape on a mostly wooded 76-acre site along the east side of Nuckols Road between Hickory Park Drive and Fords Country Lane (near the site of the Springfield Road Public Use Area).
Henrico Planning Commission to weigh proposals for 358 new homes in Glen Allen, 103 in Eastern Henrico
The Henrico Planning Commission Nov. 13 will hear proposals for three residential developments in the county that could add as many as 465 new housing units.
The largest of the three would result in the construction of 358 or more new homes near the interchange of I-295 and Nuckols Road
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November 12, 2025 at 12:44 AM
The 358-home community, to be known as Westford Glen, would take shape on a mostly wooded 76-acre site along the east side of Nuckols Road between Hickory Park Drive and Fords Country Lane (near the site of the Springfield Road Public Use Area).
In the height of Jim Crow segregation in Richmond, and throughout his military experience, 103-year-old World War II veteran and Henrico County resident Thomas Brown experienced both familiar discrimination and refreshing freedom in Europe that drew him back several times.
A special bond with France: Henrico WWII veteran, 103, holds fond memories of Paris, savoring freedom
“Try to go to Paris.”
That’s life advice from 103-year-old World War II veteran and Henrico County resident Thomas Brown.
Drafted in the 1940s, as a barely 20-year-old, he was sent to Fort Dix in New Jersey for basic training. The Richmond native, who grew up in Jackson Ward,
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November 11, 2025 at 11:51 PM
In the height of Jim Crow segregation in Richmond, and throughout his military experience, 103-year-old World War II veteran and Henrico County resident Thomas Brown experienced both familiar discrimination and refreshing freedom in Europe that drew him back several times.
Our weekly roundup highlighting the academic honors and personal accomplishments of Henrico residents:
Milestones: Nov. 11, 2025
A Glen Allen physician was among seven physicians statewide honored at the Medical Society of Virginia Foundation’s annual Salute to Service Awards at its Physicians Gala Oct. 25. David E. Rapp was cited for his service to the uninsured and underinsured. The MSV Foundation created the annual Salute to
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November 11, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Our weekly roundup highlighting the academic honors and personal accomplishments of Henrico residents:
Gerald Joseph Kopecky, a 73-year-old Henrico man, has died more than two weeks after he was hit by a GRTC bus while riding his bike along West Broad Street in Henrico County. Police say neither speed or alcohol are believed to be factors in the crash.
73-year-old Henrico bicyclist dies weeks after being hit by GRTC bus
A 73-year-old man has died more than two weeks after he was hit by a GRTC bus while riding his bike along West Broad Street in Henrico County.
Henrico Police said Gerald Joseph Kopecky, of Henrico, was struck along eastbound Broad Street between the exit ramp for I-64 and Forest
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November 11, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Gerald Joseph Kopecky, a 73-year-old Henrico man, has died more than two weeks after he was hit by a GRTC bus while riding his bike along West Broad Street in Henrico County. Police say neither speed or alcohol are believed to be factors in the crash.
If you have a simple, straightforward estate and an uncomplicated family situation, writing your own will – with the help of a good online will making program – is a viable alternative to hiring an attorney and much cheaper. Here are some highly-rated options:
Savvy Senior: Best online will makers
Dear Savvy Senior,
Can you recommend some good online resources for writing a simple will? I’m 70 and divorced and want to get my affairs organized, but I hate paying a high-priced attorney fee if I can do it myself.
-Don’t Have Much
Dear Don’t,
A last
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November 11, 2025 at 5:10 PM
If you have a simple, straightforward estate and an uncomplicated family situation, writing your own will – with the help of a good online will making program – is a viable alternative to hiring an attorney and much cheaper. Here are some highly-rated options:
Bon Secours last month opened a new urgent care center at 4835 South Laburnum Avenue in Eastern Henrico – its 11th such center in Metro Richmond. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bon Secours opens new urgent care center in Eastern Henrico
Bon Secours last month opened a new urgent care center in Eastern Henrico – its 11th such center in Metro Richmond.
The new location at 4835 South Laburnum Avenue began accepting patients in mid-October. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The clinic is
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November 11, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Bon Secours last month opened a new urgent care center at 4835 South Laburnum Avenue in Eastern Henrico – its 11th such center in Metro Richmond. It is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In today's 4-minute episode: An in-depth look at the impact of the federal government shutdown on the 37,000 Henricoans who depend upon SNAP benefits; NOVA Regency Aquatics Center opens new second-level seating for 1,000 people; and more.
Henrico News Minute – Nov. 11, 2025
An in-depth look at the impact of the federal government shutdown on the 37,000 Henricoans who depend upon SNAP benefits; NOVA Regency Aquatics Center opens new second-level seating for 1,000 people; Virginia War Memorial to host Veterans' Day ceremony today.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:31 PM
In today's 4-minute episode: An in-depth look at the impact of the federal government shutdown on the 37,000 Henricoans who depend upon SNAP benefits; NOVA Regency Aquatics Center opens new second-level seating for 1,000 people; and more.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:30 AM
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