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Labor Day holiday closings 2022

9/1/2022, 6 p.m.

In observance of the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 5, please note the following:

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Lost cemetery of Black veterans of World War restored in Kilmarnock

Latter-day Saints Church Branch President Kerry Petersen and Margaret “Tina” Webb stand at the tomb of her grandfather, WWII veteran John Robert Webb, with relatives Shara Khon and Mary Duncan in the background at Dorothy E. Ball’s tombstone.

A once-forgotten cemetery honoring veterans of World Wars was rediscovered and restored by the Kilmarnock Branch of the Church of …

Agecroft Hall to host Yuletides open house

Agecroft Hall, covered in snow, will host its free Yuletides open house on Dec. 8 from noon to 5 p.m. The event features holiday crafts, historic tours, and a visit from Father Christmas.

Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host its annual Yuletides open house Sunday, Dec. 8, from noon to 5 p.m. The …

Touchdown Club of Richmond honors Bernard Rucker with Ray Tate Award

Bernard Rucker

Bernard Rucker, a 54-year veteran of Virginia Union University’s football program, will receive the 2024 Ray Tate Memorial Award from …

VCU to retire Briante Weber’s No. 2 jersey

Briante Weber elevates for a dunk during his career at VCU. The university will retire Weber’s No. 2 jersey Dec. 22 at the Siegel Center during a game against William & Mary, recognizing his impact as a standout defender and key player in Rams’ history.

Virginia Commonwealth University will retire the No. 2 jersey of former men’s basketball standout Briante Weber on Dec. 22, when …

Malcolm X lawsuit challenges systemic injustice, by Marc H. Morial

For decades, [U.S. government agencies and the NYPD] viewed Black activism as a threat to national security, resulting in the …

More than 900 boxers to compete in national championships here

A young fighter lands a sharp jab during the 2023 USA Boxing National Championships at the Cajundome in Louisiana. The event showcased top young talent and Olympic hopefuls, setting the stage for the 2024 championships, which will take place Dec. 16-21 in Richmond.

Over 900 boxers from nearly every state will compete in the 2024 USA Boxing National Championships, beginning Monday, Dec. 16, …

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