Henrico News Minute

The Henrico News Minute is a daily weekday podcast from the Henrico Citizen and HenricoCitizen.com, highlighting key news and events of the day from Henrico County, Va.

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 19, 2025

The Henrico School Board votes on a redistricting plan; Henrico Police warn public about scammers impersonating police; a man is struck by a vehicle in Lakeside; how to get a free $15 Uber credit valid tonight through Sunday; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch. Support the show

12-19
04:04

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 17, 2025

A developer breaks ground on a $500-million mixed-use project in Henrico's Near West End; Henrico supervisors adopt ordinance to crack down on vape shops; Central Virginia Dance Academy to present 'The Nutcracker'; Henrico Police accepting applications for Citizens, Senior Citizens police academies. Support the show

12-17
03:55

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 16, 2025

Henrico supervisors scheduled to vote tonight on tougher vape shop standards; Arkansas police intercept a massive amount of marijuana headed for Henrico County; a behind-the-scenes look at the Henrico Christmas Mother program; GRTC driver charged in the death of a bicyclist struck by a bus in October. Support the show

12-16
04:23

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 15, 2025

Varina High School wins a state championship; what's ahead for the Henrico School Board meeting this week; adult, juvenile wounded in Eastern Henrico shooting; your last chance to apply for a free $8,000 Henrico Small Business Boost advertising package with the Citizen. Support the show

12-15
03:49

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 12, 2026

How Henrico schools fared according to the state's new accountability standards; Henrico officials offer tips for staying prepared this winter; two 18-year-old Henrico men face second-degree murder charges in connection with a fatal shooting last week; 25-year-old county man to serve more than 3 years on gun charge. Support the show

12-12
04:52

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 11, 2025

Henrico School Board members seek additional funding for maintenance needs; Virginia Sports Hall of Fame inductions planned in Henrico next spring; power management company expanding in Henrico; construction project to impact Amtrak Staples Mill routes. Support the show

12-11
04:52

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 4, 2025

Flights to a new destination coming to RIC in March; Henrico vigil remembers homicide victims; Henrico, CRLC partner with developer to preserve open space in Near West End's Ziontown community; Henrico to host new DIII men's basketball tournament next year. Support the show

12-04
04:27

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 3, 2025

Henrico supervisors establish animal cruelty registry, approve Dominion Energy solar farm plans; Henrico School Board torn on whether proposed redistricting plan is worthwhile; Henrico Commonwealth's Attorney Shannon Taylor picks up a major endorsement in her bid to seek the First Congressional District seat. Support the show

12-03
04:37

Henrico News Minute – Dec. 1, 2025

A new look ahead for Richmond International Airport; a team of Tucker High School students uses the Chick-fil-A menu as its impetus for a project that earns national recognition; Lt. Gov.-Elect Ghazala Hashmi participates in a Lakeside food pantry event before Thanksgiving. Support the show

12-01
03:51

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 25, 2025

A look inside the recent two-day Richmond Gun Show; a woman dies in a Henrico house fire; a 19-year-old turkey earns a pardon from Henrico County Manager John Vithoulkas; Cultural Arts Center's Christmas tree dies after vandalism; a Henrico museum is featured in the Virginia 250 Passport. Support the show

11-25
04:51

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 24, 2025

St. Joseph's Villa opens a new homelessness assistance center; new Glen Allen business offers crisis intervention services; a look at this year Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights display; Del. Delores McQuinn to host community service day Friday to beneit Housing Families First. Support the show

11-24
04:52

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 21, 2025

Plans for a 358-home development off Nuckols Road advance; hundreds show up to oppose planned data center complex along Hanover-Henrico line; Henrico Planning Commission endorses plans to crack down on vape and recreational substance shops; RIC hosting networking and engagement event today to showcase contracting opportunities at the airport. Support the show

11-21
06:09

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 20, 2025

Henrico Police serve warrants to or arrest 13 people wanted on outstanding domestic violence charges; 'Home for Good' holiday edition supports Henrico CASA, offers chance to win playhouse; Virginia legislators see a path to legal adult-use cannabis market; our weekly Henrico Fur Finder spotlights 42 dogs and cats up for adoption in Henrico. Support the show

11-20
03:49

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 18, 2025

Rezoning cases illustrate the ongoing debate over Henrico's population growth and new housing demands; two new places in Henrico to take food scraps for composting; ukelele virtuoso to perform in Henrico tomorrow night; Crossroads Art Center to host arts open house and artist reception Friday night. Support the show

11-19
04:12

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 18, 2025

A community farm takes shape in Varina; hundreds turn out to community meeting to argue against planned data center complex across Henrico County line in Hanover; Henrico Too Smart 2 Start to host community conversation tonight in Eastern Henrico; Dominion Energy GardenFest of Lights now underway at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Support the show

11-18
04:34

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 17, 2025

St. Joseph's Villa launches new effort for those experiencing homelessness; a closer look at some Eastern Henrico farms; RAR uses Placemaking grant to enhance Virginia Capital Trail; our Henrico Small Business Spotlight focuses on a collaborative office space in Rocketts Landing. Support the show

11-17
03:30

Henrico News Minute – Nov. 14, 2025

Henrico County files suit to strip the Roseshire Gaming Parlor of its operational license; Henrico EDA names a new executive director; Startup Virginia expanding into Henrico; Virginia DMV launches Virginia Mobile ID app; our Weekend Top 5 and Restaurant Watch. Support the show

11-14
05:44

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 in the Near West End; three dozen dogs and cats are up for adoption. Support the show

11-13
04:51

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. Support the show

11-12
03:48

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. Support the show

11-11
04:10

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