Henrico Happenings

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3/27/24 - Ep. 50 Mar 29, 2024

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On the latest episode of Henrico Happenings, Victoria is joined by Brandon Hinton, Deputy County Manager for Administration. The two discuss some of the highlights from Henrico County’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25.

H.E.A.R.T. podcast - Episode 12: The Importance of Trees Mar 20, 2024

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Join H.E.A.R.T. as we discuss the benefits of trees, the unsung natural heroes of the environment, that are vital to the balance of the world’s ecosystem. They clean the air, provide habitat for wildlife, are a source of building materials and offer a natural environment for people to improve their mental and physical well-being.

Showtime. All the Time - Ep. 5: Hunter Leemon - National Wheelchair Basketball Championships Mar 19, 2024

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Episode #5 of Showtime, All the Time features Hunter Leemon, of Sportable, who is leading the charge for adaptive sports in our region, and specifically, the National Wheelchair Basketball National Championships, coming to the Henrico Sports & Events Center in April.

Henrico Student Government Day - March 6, 2024 Mar 15, 2024

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Henrico County recently held its 65th Student Government Day. We spoke with Deep Run senior, Anooshka Pendyal, to get her thoughts about shadowing members of Henrico's Public Relations team, her presentation to the rest of the group and completing her first video projects.

2/23/24 - Ep. 49 Feb 23, 2024

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Have you ever thought about working for Henrico County and having a career in local government? If so, this episode of Henrico Happenings is for you! Victoria is joined by Whitney Crain and Lauren Taylor, both from the Henrico County Human Resources department. Topics covered include benefit offerings, leadership development, and where to apply for a potential career with Henrico County. For more information visit https://henrico.us/hr/

Showtime. All the Time - Ep. 4: Candy Cage - A-10 Women's Basketball Associate Commissioner Feb 07, 2024

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For episode #4, Dennis is joined by the Atlantic 10 Conference Women’s Basketball Associate Commissioner, Candy Cage. Less than 30 days out, the A-10 Women’s Basketball Championship is the topic du jour as these two sports colleagues discuss the excitement this tourney will bring to Henrico and the region. Fast play and strong talent will bring the Henrico Sports & Events Center alive March 6-10. And no one can tell the story better than Candy Cage. Tix available now at https://atlantic10.com/tickets.

Showtime. All the Time - Ep. 3: Steve Yob - Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority Board Chair Jan 18, 2024

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This month, Dennis is joined by the Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority Board chair, Steve Yob. Steve is the Deputy County Manager for Community Operations and has been with Henrico County for 20+ years. He and Dennis talk about the HSEA Board’s work over the past year and share some fun running and track stories.

H.E.A.R.T. podcast - Episode 11: Lake Hening Riparian Buffer Planting Jan 09, 2024

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Join us for another H.E.A.R.T. Podcast as we share about our most recent “Boots on the Ground” project! Henrico’s Environmental Action Resource Team (H.E.A.R.T.) assembled more than 35 volunteers consisting of members of the H.E.A.R.T. committee, the Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF), Scouts, Master Naturalists, and local environmental enthusiasts to plant close to 180 native trees and shrubs at Lake Hening, located at the Henrico Western Government Center. This collaboration between H.E.A.R.T. and VDOF will enhance the existing natural riparian buffer surrounding Lake Hening. In a few years, visitors to Lake Hening will be able to reap the physical and mental benefits from this healthier, vibrant, and more beautiful greenspace! With the collective efforts of H.E.A.R.T., VDOF, and local stewards of the environment, Henrico has taken a huge step towards becoming a cleaner, greener community to live in.

12/29/23 - Ep. 48 Dec 29, 2023

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In the final episode of Henrico Happenings for 2023, Victoria is joined by representatives from My Henrico Academy (MHA). Raina Vann, Henrico's Multicultural Community Liaison, as well as two recent graduates of the MHA program, share stories about what the program has to offer for those considering signing up. My Henrico Academy is a free program that engages multicultural communities with interactive lessons and culturally specific approaches to bridge participant’s understanding of how their local government and communities work together. Individuals who thrive in MHA seek information to share with other immigrants; attend program sessions with officials and leaders to learn how they can become more engaged in the civic process; and participate in activities to experience county programs, locations and services. For more information, or to sign up for the 2024 academy, visit https://henrico.us/multicultural-community-engagement/my-henrico-academy/

Showtime. All the Time - Ep. 2: Del Harris - 804 Coaches For Change Community Classic Dec 13, 2023

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Dennis is joined by Del Harris, head boys basketball coach at Collegiate School and vice president of 804 Coaches For Change (804CFC). The organization is hosting the 3rd annual 804 Coaches For Change Community Classic at the Henrico Sports & Events Center on December 27-30. The event will feature boys and girls high school basketball teams from around the region. 804CFC looks to encourage student-athletes to be successful beyond the playing field and help make positive change in their communities. For more information visit https://804coach4change.org/

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