Ashley Hendricks
Anchor/Reporter
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She started her television career as a morning reporter in Myrtle Beach, SC, at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. Within eight months, she was promoted to weekend morning anchor/reporter. Ashley is from Henderson, NC but isn’t a stranger to Virginia.
She’s a proud 2016 graduate of the illustrious Hampton University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism.
Before starting her television career, Ashley was a teacher. She taught 6th and 10th grade English in Raleigh, NC, where she encouraged her students to go after their wildest dreams.
Ashley then followed her own words of encouragement and got a taste of television news as a news production assistant at WRAL and never looked back.
Coming back to Virginia to serve the community through storytelling was a priority for Ashley. In her free time, she enjoys nature walks, cooking, and sci-fi series/films. Ashley looks forward to learning more about the culture, history, and impact Richmond has to offer.
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Six weeks in the pediatric ICU felt like months for 6-year-old Hannah, but then came the silver lining from two housekeepers.
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This summer Gregory raised money to buy hundreds of backpacks for his schoolmates at Lawson-Marriott Elementary in King and Queen County. His willingness to help others has gained national attention with features on NBC News Daily and Early Today.
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Although an avid runner and volunteer coach, you’ll find Judy Wood on the sidelines at most Sports Backers events standing by in case of an emergency
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Sunday mornings are for praise and worship here at the Glen Allen Church of Christ but during the week, the service moves to the basement.
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A Richmond woman is going out of her way to bring more resources to low-income children in the community.
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The Town of Ashland is known for trains and Fourth Fridays, but a small dance studio, one could argue, should be added to the list of favorites.Colette Maranda is a dance instructor at the Ashland Dance Academy but she brings something even bigger to the small town.
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Moments of Hope Outreach supports the homeless and families in need of food all thanks to dozens of volunteers like Marsha.
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For the last year, pounds and pounds of produce have been planted with love and placed in the Wrens Nest Community Garden pantry.
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Everyday you’ll find 85-year-old, Les Dougles, keeping up his neighbor's yards while setting off ring doorbell notifications in the process. Kamala Arrango quickly realized just how lucky she was to live right across the street.
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Shoes, clothes, and household items are all things you expect to find at Goodwill, but what Reggie Snell stumbled upon instead was priceless.
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From 9 to 5, Ron Stokes works as an investment operations analyst for Virginia Retirement Services, but off the clock well, he’s still punching in the numbers helping others become debt free.
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Lindsey Hollett, client and cancer survivor, couldn’t wait to nominate Cheryl for the NBC12 Acts of Kindness Award for helping make her most challenging journey to remission a bit easier.
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Historic Tredegar Hill will soon become the foundation of an outdoor amphitheater.
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A Powhatan couple started the organization in 2013.
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Parents nominate Bededictine College Prep lunch lady for Acts of Kindness Award
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Another eviction crisis is looming in the Richmond area. In the next few days, nearly 1,000 people in the Richmond area could be kicked out of their homes.
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It’s been three years since convicted criminals facing life sentences for violent crimes were cleared to roam free across Virginia. The investigation found that in the Spring of 2020, 137 convicted murderers, rapists, and armed robbers were released in violation of long standing rules.
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The hashtag “shop local” reaches new heights in Richmond thanks to one TikTok influencer.
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Senator Joe Morrissey and Delegate Carrie Coyner hope to confront the issue with an effective drug court system and Group Violence Intervention, also known as Operation Ceasefire.
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The hiring process to become a law enforcement officer takes weeks of background checks and examinations, but experts say some things can slip through the cracks.
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Hackers are getting more and more creative with their scams, making it harder for many of us to spot suspicious activity.
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According to the CDC, Virginia ranks as one of the top states for “very high” flu activity.
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The annual tax tribute ceremony dates back to 1677 when an agreement was signed allowing Native Americans to give fresh game to the colonial government as an alternative to paying taxes.
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A community shattered after a mother and her three young children were found shot to death in Chesterfield.
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VDOT is bolstering it’s plan of action after a nightmare on I95 that left hundreds stranded for hours during a winter storm. This year, the agency has improved communication plans with both Virginia State Police and the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.
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It was the 17th stop the Red Spruce has made from Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina.
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is leaving store shelves empty and owners scrambling to find the product they rely on.
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This week’s deadly dog attack in Richmond has many asking whether tougher leash laws are necessary.
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As inflation puts more of strain on consumer’s pockets, local food banks are working to bring a bit of relief. But skyrocketing prices are hitting food banks like Feed More on both ends. Now it’s spending more on food and donations are dwindling.
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On the fake account, a hacker claims to have Yorkie puppies who are in need of a new home for sale.
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The Provisional Academy for Teachers in Hanover, also known as PATH, allows teachers to be in the classroom while earning their license.
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Virginia has received it’s first payment of $67.4 million from Johnson & Johnson’s opioid settlement. In the settlement, J&J and other distributors were to blame for America’s opioid crisis.
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A school resource officer was able to take the knife away. This comes
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HCA Virginia is the first to house the new technology in central Virginia, giving patients a greater chance of survival.
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A $7.5 million grant from Wells Fargo aims to expand equal housing opportunities for aspiring homeowners of color in Central Virginia.
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If you receive socials security benefits you will see even bigger payments in 2023. It’s the biggest increase in social security payments in 40 years.
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Emergency crews were called to the school just before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday.
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Chesterfield police are investigating after parents said a bus driver threatened their kids with a broom. Police said they responded to a disturbance just before 6 p.m. Thursday evening.
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130 dogs and cats were aboard the Wings of Rescue flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico to Richmond. They are some of thousands who need saving from the streets of San Juan that was devastated by Hurricane Fiona over two weeks ago.
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19 dogs, 33 cats, a pot belly big, a rabbit, a turtle, and a racoon were rescued from a home Friday night.
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The remnants of Hurricane Ian seen across central Virginia Friday could do the region a some good. Parts of Virginia have been desperate for rain for over a month now. The Richmond-Metro area has suffered moderate drought conditions all September, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association
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Over a dozen Virginia volunteers are prepared to stay weeks to help with recovery efforts in southwest Florida. American Red Cross officials report over 10,000 people are housed in shelters across the state.
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The Virginia Department of Emergency Management is coordinating with emergency response crews power companies to assess their needs.
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The study reveals that tax-delinquent company-owned properties indicated violence in all but four of Richmond’s 148 neighborhoods.
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A Petersburg mom didn’t hesitate to pull her daughter out of Guardian Christian Academy when she found out bullying incidents involving her daughter weren’t taken seriously by the administration.
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In Richmond, recent shootings have shaken up residents and business owners in the Shockoe Bottom area. While it may seem like gun violence is rising in that area, Richmond police say there have been fewer shootings this year.
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Governor Glenn Youngkin proposed solutions to the teacher shortage and student learning gaps by signing an executive directive Thursday morning.
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As the days go by, one of the most historic Black cemeteries in Richmond is starting to shape up. As of Wednesday, nearly 30,000 graves have been cleared from brush and overgrown weeds. The focus shifted this week near the heart of the cemetery, where the fountain is being restored.
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Marcus David-Peters' death lead to the “Marcus Alert” program, which the city says is now ready to go with the launch of its co-response team.
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In an effort to keep campaign promises President Biden outlined a plan Wednesday to help nearly 20 million Americans living under a pile of student loan debt.
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