Tag: Richmond region
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Henrico’s Data Center Boom Meets Growing Pressure for Affordable Housing: Can Both Be Achieved?
Henrico County is witnessing significant economic transformation due to data centers, driven by cloud computing and AI, resulting in substantial tax revenues. However, this growth raises concerns about housing affordability as land becomes more valuable for industrial use. County leaders emphasize strategic planning to balance tech growth and housing needs, aiming for sustainable development.
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Henrico County Approves Animal Cruelty Registry — What It Means for Public Safety and Why Citizens Should Pay Attention
Henrico County has become the first county in Central Virginia to launch a public animal cruelty registry, giving shelters and citizens a new tool to prevent convicted abusers from obtaining pets. Approved unanimously by the Board of Supervisors on December 2, the registry will list individuals convicted of felony-level animal cruelty offenses after July 1,…
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