Bethlehem Lutheran Church to host memorial service for homeless persons
Bethlehem Lutheran Church, in partnership with Homeward and Commonwealth Catholic Charities, will hold a memorial service on All Saints Day, Nov. 1, to honor those who lost their lives this year while facing homelessness. This marks the third annual service coordinated by the three organizations, providing the community an opportunity to remember and honor these individuals.
Religious and civic groups rally to inspire early voting
Richmond’s religious and civic groups united Sunday to bring congregations and residents to the ballot box as part of the Souls to the Polls initiative organized by the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy.
Floyd faces scrutiny amid calls for investigation into campaign claims
A variety of Richmond groups, officials and community members have reacted with condemnation and concern over allegations related to Tavares Floyd’s history and campaign as he runs for the 6th District City Council seat.
Henrico affordable housing program to offer first 30 units for first-time buyers
Henrico County’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund is set to launch with 30 townhomes becoming available for first-time homebuyers who meet income and eligibility requirements. The initial offerings include 25 units in the Parkside Townes community in Sandston and five units in Discovery Ridge in Western Henrico, officials announced this week.
Black History Museum of Virginia joins network for historical sites
The Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia has achieved international recognition as one of the inaugural sites in UNESCO’s Network of Places of History and Memory.
University of Richmond welcomes community partner-in-residence fellows
The University of Richmond’s Bonner Center for Civic Engagement recently named Duane Brown and Faith Walker as community partner-in-residence fellows for the fall semester.
‘Democracy dies in darkness’, by David W. Marshall
As owner of the Washington Post, one has to wonder if Jeff Bezos reads his own newspaper with any sense of appreciation or concern.
Southside ReLeaf receives $25,000 grant from Robins Foundation
Southside ReLeaf has received a $25,000 grant from the Robins Foundation to strengthen its work in creating green spaces and advancing environmental justice in South Richmond. The funding will help the organization expand its outreach, grow its staff, and enhance its ability to engage with the community.
CarMax Park job fair to connect employers with local job seekers
J&G Workforce Development, in collaboration with the City of Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building and Gilbane, hosts the CarMax Park Job and Resource Exhibition on Nov. 1. This event offers a chance to engage with the historic CarMax Park development, which will become the future home of the Richmond Flying Squirrels.
LGBTQ+ nonprofit hopes to drive support with new Va. license plate
Diversity Richmond, a local nonprofit that supports the Greater Richmond area’s LGBTQ+ community, released a preliminary design for its new “Celebrate Diversity” state license plate. Diversity Richmond hopes the license plate will increase visibility for the community, according to the Rev. Lacette Cross, who also is executive director of the organization.
No surprise
We’ve entered the part of the election cycle where new information about candidates leaks into newscasts and newspaper articles. In the political world, such revelations, which are seldom helpful to the candidates they’re about, are called “October surprises.” We’ve had a few here in Richmond, and you may have noticed them.
Is Donald Trump a fascist? Close enough, by Clarence Page
Donald Trump and MAGA loyalists may scoff at the charge that he’s a fascist, but let’s face it, he at least offers a remarkably good imitation.
Intensive care
We applaud Virginia Union University for their recent commitment to preserve and repurpose the former Richmond Community Hospital, located on their campus. At the school, we see a leadership that is willing to change course and make the right decision – when they’re boxed into a corner with few other options.
Marsh calls for leadership committed to justice, progress
It was my honor to serve the people of Richmond for 48 years as an elected official on City Council (1966-1991) and in the state Senate (1992-2014). This included my service as Richmond’s first Black mayor from 1977 to 1982.
VUU’s Jada Byers sets multiple records in 56-28 win over Bowie State
Virginia Union University’s Jada Byers had a record-setting day as VUU defeated Bowie State 56-28 on Saturday, Oct. 26, in Bowie, Md.
Virginia State sweeps Lincoln, edges Shaw to break Bears’ streak
Virginia State University’s Volleyball Team clinched a 3-0 sweep over Lincoln University (Pa.) and followed up with a 3-2 victory over Shaw University on Sunday, Oct. 27, at the VSU Multi-Purpose Center, handing the Bears their first regular season conference loss since 2022.
Nominations open for 4th Annual RVA Sports Awards
Nominations are open for the fourth annual RVA Sports Awards — an event that celebrates Richmond’s top athletes and sports leaders. The online nomination portal is up and running, and it’s open until Dec. 1.
Virginia Holocaust Museum unveils interactive exhibit
The Virginia Holocaust Museum recently announced the opening of “Dimensions in Testimony,” a permanent exhibition featuring interactive Holocaust survivor biographies developed by the USC Shoah Foundation.
Batiste, Jaouad help VCU Massey celebrate 50 years of care
VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center celebrated its 50th anniversary last Thursday night, raising $6 million and announcing a new endowment to help minority cancer patients access treatment.
Veterans Day Ceremony set for Nov. 11 at Virginia War Memorial
The 68th Annual Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond. The public, veterans and their families are invited to attend the ceremony.
