Spanberger’s bill designed to help fight substance use disorder; Youngkin creates ‘Safe And Sound Task Force’

Henrico Newsflash – Apr. 5, 2022

Apr 05, 2022

Spanberger’s bill designed to help fight substance use disorder

In a new effort to combat rising rates of substance use disorder and addiction, U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger (VA-7th District) introduced a new bipartisan bill with support from both Virginia-based and national organizations, including the Henrico-based McShin Foundation.

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Youngkin creates ‘Safe And Sound Task Force’

In an effort to help create safe housing placements for children in foster care, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently announced the creation of the Safe and Sound Task Force initiative.

The timing of the announcement recognized April as the start of Child Abuse Prevention month.

BUSINESS COVERAGE

Gold’s Gym Plaza in Henrico’s West End sells for $13M

Henrico Sheetz stores to host hiring events April 6

Nomination process open for ‘Henrico’s Top Teachers’

It’s that time of year again – we’ve opened the nomination process for our 11th annual “Henrico’s Top Teachers” section. We know that teachers this year have been working even harder than normal to make sure their students have everything they need to succeed. Now we want to hear about those who have gone above and beyond. Nominate a great Henrico teacher (or several) today.

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