Youngkin’s education initiatives affect rhetoric, but not classroom operations; Henrico man faces 23 drug, explosives charges

Henrico Newsflash – Mar. 30, 2022

Mar 30, 2022

Youngkin’s education initiatives affect rhetoric, but not classroom operations

The Virginia Department of Education’s collection of resources on educational equity will come down on Friday at the behest of Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow.

The removal of these online resources has prompted a flurry of condemnations from education organizations throughout Virginia. But like many of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s moves to address issues in education, the removal of the site won’t affect classroom operations in Henrico or, likely, many other state localities.

PUBLIC SAFETY COVERAGE

Henrico man faces 23 drug, explosives charges

A 52-year-old Henrico man whose Near West End home was the site of a massive police investigation nearly two weeks ago, now faces 23 drug and explosives charges.

A police search of Michael O. Hardy’s home in the 7200 block of Durwood Crescent March 17 prompted officers to evacuate some nearby neighbors for about 24 hours while they investigated potentially hazardous materials.

COMMUNITY COVERAGE

Caribbean American Heritage Festival planned in Henrico

‘Living Your Best Life’ and Easter egg hunt planned April 8

River Road Presbyterian Church to host Palm Festival April 9

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.

SPORTS COVERAGE