Venerable monks on their Walk for Peace are passing through Henrico, with well-wishers gathering along the route to witness the journey’s 101st day. “So, tell the universe that today is going to be my peaceful day,” said Bhikkhu Pannakara, who is leading the 2,300-mile trek.

Henrico County is proud to celebrate February as Black History Month! The county will host activities to highlight Black history, including book discussions, museum presentations, a film festival, cooking classes and walking tours of African American cemeteries.

Parents are invited to participate in a free, two-part workshop to help them manage challenging behaviors & build stronger relationships with their children. The Henrico CARE workshop will be held Feb. 4 & 11. To register, email Laura Bullock at [email protected].

No matter the weather or road conditions, the animals at Meadow Farm rely on staff for their daily needs. Animal care is a year-round endeavor, even for the resilient heritage breeds.

Advocates for older adults are invited to help prepare a statement of best practices for screening older adults for cognitive decline or impairment. It'll be drafted as part of a summit set for Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Oak Avenue Complex. Info: henrico.gov/news/2026/01....

Winter Storm Fern packed an icy punch, but Henrico was ready for worse. If mass power outages had occurred, the Sports & Events Center would have opened as an emergency shelter. “Logistics on this storm were simply off the charts,” the county manager said. henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

Behind each dump truck, snowplow & other vehicle deployed during Winter Storm Fern was the staff of Central Automotive Maintenance. Mechanics worked round the clock to make sure the vehicles remained in service to handle the community's needs.

Reminder: Tonight's regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors will start at 6 p.m. Due to road conditions, the public is encouraged to watch & participate remotely via Webex. For the agenda, livestream & guidance for remote participation, go to henrico.gov/supervisors/....

Henrico County general government offices and facilities and Henrico courts and clerks’ offices will operate on a normal schedule Wednesday, Jan. 28. To read more: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

❄️Please take care of yourself and your home's pipes with temperatures headed to the single digits overnight.

Henrico County will open warming centers for community members at the Fairfield Area and Libbie Mill Libraries from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27. For more information: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

Henrico County general government offices and facilities and Henrico courts and clerks’ offices will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, due to the effects of the winter storm. The Board of Supervisors will meet Tuesday, as scheduled, at the Henrico County Government Center.

It’s been a busy day for road clearing across Henrico County - and it's not over yet! The map's blue lines show the primary & secondary roads that were plowed by Public Works crews between 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. A darker shade of blue means our vehicles have made more trips.

With temperatures stuck below freezing and power outages likely, it’s important to take care of the pipes in your home. To prevent frozen pipes, let your faucets drip slowly, particularly overnight, and open the doors under your sink.

Henrico County general government offices and facilities and Henrico courts and clerks’ offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to this weekend’s winter storm.

The incoming storm could make roads unsafe for drivers, knock down trees or power lines, and could also cause power outages for many homes in the area. The best way to stay safe during the storm is to remain at home and avoid driving.

Henrico County’s parks, recreation centers, libraries and public-use areas will close at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 due to the incoming winter storm. Those facilities also will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25.

Henrico has declared a state of local emergency ahead of a winter storm that could bring as much as 6 inches of snow and a half inch of ice this weekend. More: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

The Henrico County Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting at 4 p.m. and a regular meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27 at the Henrico County Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Road. The agendas: henrico.gov/pdfs/manager...

If an emergency arises during the impending winter storm, call 911. County public safety agencies are prepared and ready to respond to emergency calls, even through snow and ice.

With significant snow & ice expected starting Saturday, residents are encouraged to prepare for hazardous road conditions & power outages. @HenricoEMWS encourages avoiding travel, if possible, & making a home preparedness kit. Info: ready.gov henrico.gov/emws

The Henrico County Board of Zoning Appeals will meet at 9 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22 in the Board Room of the Henrico County Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Road. For links to the agenda and livestream and more information, visit henrico.gov/planning/mee....

Henrico is enhancing its focus on sustainability by tapping residents to help shape environmental policies and initiatives. The Board of Supervisors has appointed the first permanent members of the Sustainability and Resilience Advisory Committee. Details: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

ICYMI: The renovated and expanded Campus of Virginia Randolph is complete! As part of last week's ribbon-cutting ceremony, officials reflected on the legacy of pioneer educator Virginia E. Randolph, whose work created a model for Black education in the 20th century.

Henrico government offices & courts will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Trash collection will not occur & will resume Tuesday on a 1-day delay through the week. Public-use areas will be open. Recycling service through CVWMA will be on a normal schedule.

The Henrico County Planning Commission will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15 in the Board Room of the Henrico County Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Road. For links to the agenda and livestream and more information, visit henrico.gov/planning/mee....

What started as a one-room schoolhouse for Black children is now a modern campus focused on learning, engagement & opportunity. This afternoon, @henricoschools.bsky.social marked the opening of the renovated and expanded Campus of Virginia Randolph on Mountain Road.

At Tuesday's board meeting, Supervisors Roscoe D. Cooper III and Misty D. Roundtree were unanimously voted as the Henrico County Board of Supervisors chair and vice chair for 2026, respectively.

Fairfield Supervisor Roscoe D. Cooper III will lead the Henrico Board of Supervisors in 2026 as its chair. Three Chopt Supervisor Misty D. Roundtree will serve as vice chair. Details: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

Public Utilities crews are working to contain a towering release of water after a contractor inadvertently struck a hydrant near Pemberton Road and Grand Oaks Drive. Customers in the area may experience fluctuations in water pressure.

The Board of Supervisors will hold a special meeting at 4:45 p.m. and a regular meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13 at the Henrico County Government Center, 4301 E. Parham Road. The agendas: henrico.gov/pdfs/manager...

A moment of celebration paused work along Gay Avenue this week, where a skeleton of beams tower over cinderblock walls that will become the new Eastover Gardens Firehouse 6.

Help us "Spread the Love" for Valentine's Day! Henrico's Outreach & Engagement Agency is again collecting homemade cards for distribution to residents of local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. For drop-off locations and other details, visit henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

An iron beam at the new Eastover Gardens Firehouse 6 will forever bear the signatures of Henrico County firefighters and county officials.

Residents who reflect the area’s cultural diversity are encouraged to apply for My Henrico Academy, a program that strengthens bonds between the county & multicultural communities. Apply by Friday, Feb. 27. For a link to apply & more information, visit henrico.gov/news/2026/01....

Henrico is encouraging consumers to review their receipts after reports of businesses incorrectly charging a local tax on plastic bags. A 5-cent tax on disposable plastic bags took effect in Richmond on Jan. 1. Henrico has not approved such a tax. More: henrico.gov/news/2026/01...

🎇A reminder: Henrico general government offices and courts will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1 for the New Year's Day holiday. Public use areas will be closed. Trash collection by the county and recycling service from CVWMA will not occur and will resume Friday on a one-day delay.

Join us for a quick look back over the incredible changes 2025 brought Henrico! www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qf5G...

The Three Lakes Park Nature Center is on track to welcome 15,000 visitors by the new year since its grand reopening in September! 🐍

Henrico County will accept Christmas trees for recycling into mulch through Friday, Jan. 9. The free service, offered by Keep Henrico Beautiful and Henrico County Public Works & Public Utilities preserves landfill space and protects the environment.

Henrico’s efforts to promote affordable homeownership have taken a leap forward, with sales of 271 new homes approved for qualifying buyers. The Affordable Housing Trust Fund continues to attract attention as a way to leverage revenues from data centers. Read more: www.realtor.com/advice/buy/d...

Two westbound lanes of West Broad St will be closed between Emerywood Pkwy & Bethlehem Rd beginning at 9 p.m. for repairs to a water main. West Broad’s left & center lanes are expected to reopen mid-morning Sunday. Traffic will shift to the right lane while work is underway.

🎄Reminder: Henrico's offices & courts will be closed from Dec. 24-26 for Christmas. Public use areas will be closed all 3 days. County trash collection & recycling service from CVWMA will not occur Dec. 25 & will resume Dec. 26 with routes on a 1-day delay.

Many county residents will soon receive a letter in the mail from Henrico County regarding the possibility or discovery of lead and/or galvanized water service lines on their property. There is no immediate action needed from any residents at this time.

🎄Henrico County general government offices and courts will be closed from Wednesday, Dec. 24 through Friday, Dec. 26 for the Christmas holiday.

The Henrico Economic Development Authority and partners Startup Virginia, GO Virginia and Richmond Economic Development are tearing down walls — literally — to help entrepreneurs turn their ideas into thriving businesses. Last week, they kicked off the Henrico Innovation Hub. youtu.be/aNGYvRBc2h0

Henrico County will accept Christmas trees for recycling into mulch from Friday, Dec. 26 through Friday, Jan. 9. Learn more at henrico.gov/news/2025/12...

At Tuesday's board meeting, the Board of Supervisors approved a zoning ordinance amendment to tighten regulations on vape shops and more. Read the full meeting recap online at: henrico.gov/news/2025/12...

👏🏽Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services has been accredited by CARF International for an additional 3 years after an extensive review of its programs & services. It's the highest endorsement an agency can receive. henrico.gov/news/2025/12...

Henrico is clamping down on vape shops in response to concerns about the easy availability of substances that are unregulated and potentially dangerous. “We don’t want people selling illegal substances to our young people,” Supervisor Tyrone Nelson said. henrico.gov/news/2025/12...