ICA names new leaders in curatorial and exhibitions
The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University has promoted two longtime staff members to leadership roles designed to strengthen the museum’s exhibitions and programming.
Faith, family and fun fill the field at Catholic Fest
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond welcomed thousands to The Diamond for its first Catholic Fest, a daylong celebration of hope, faith and community.
Interfaith initiative aims to increase voter turnout
The Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy is relaunching its annual “Interfaith Souls to the Polls” initiative to encourage early voting across the state in the final two weekends before the 2025 election.
Former MLB standout Al Bumbry to be Homecoming Parade marshal
Virginia State University alumnus and former Major League Baseball player Alonzo “Al” Bumbry will serve as marshal and guest of honor for this year’s Homecoming Parade.
Kickers fall 2-0 to AV Alta FC
The Richmond Kickers (7-17-5) came up short in their first visit to USL League One newcomer AV Alta FC, falling 2-0 despite creating several scoring chances.
Korn Ferry Tour picks Glen Allen for 2026 championship
Professional golf will remain in the Richmond area with the Korn Ferry Tour Championship moving to The Federal Club for the 2026 season finale, Oct. 5-11.
Richmond police officers, firefighters to face off in charity boxing event
Richmond police officers and firefighters will step into the ring for a charity boxing event on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at River City Roll.
City Council rejects real estate tax rate cut
Richmond’s $1.20 real estate tax rate will stay the same for another year after Richmond City Council voted 5-3-1 on Tuesday against a proposed four-cent reduction in the rate.
RPS recommends Armstrong name remain
Following arguments that supported or opposed renaming Armstrong High School, RPS conducted a districtwide survey in September asking specific groups where they stood on the matter.
Avula, city officials launch plan to guide Richmond’s future
Thriving neighborhoods, a growing economy and a more accountable city government are among the goals outlined in Mayor Danny Avula’s new Mayoral Action Plan, or MAP, aimed at delivering measurable improvements across Richmond.
First training class graduates from workforce development program
Richmond residents graduated Friday from a community-based workforce development program created through a partnership between the City of Richmond, the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) and Kirila Construction Services (KCS).
ChildSavers launches perinatal mental health program in Richmond
ChildSavers is offering virtual and in-person therapy for pregnant and postpartum individuals through a new pilot program, It Takes a Village, in partnership with the Virginia Health Care Foundation.
Chesterfield Supervisor Jim Holland dies at 73 after cancer battle
James M. “Jim” Holland, a five-term Dale District supervisor and one of Chesterfield County’s longest-serving public officials, died Tuesday at his home after a battle with cancer. He was 73.
Spanberger, Earle-Sears outline workforce plans at education conference
As Virginia seeks to strengthen communities statewide and support economic growth, gubernatorial candidates Abigail Spanberger and Winsome Earle-Sears presented their cases at the Virginia Education & Workforce Conference in Richmond on Tuesday as to why they should be elected to lead these efforts.
Personality: Monica Manns
Spotlight on the SisterFund board chair
When Monica Manns first learned about SisterFund, a local Black philanthropic organization, she was a nonprofit professional seeking funding rather than providing it.
InLight celebrates future North stars with ‘Super!Giant!Jump!Star!’
“InLight 2025: Super!Giant!Jump!Star!” the grand premiere of artist George Ferrandi’s multidisciplinary project “Jump!Star!” will be held Friday and Saturday at Abner Clay Park. The free public event runs from 7 to 11 p.m. both nights at 200 W. Clay St.
‘Black Beyond Borders’ dives into diaspora life with DIY spirit
Ebony Walden is taking the global Black experience into her own hands — and onto the screen.
Church hosting exhibition as it opens immigrant resource center
Ramsey Memorial United Methodist Church and community collaborators will celebrate the opening of the Community Growth Center on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony from 3 to 5 p.m.
Letting her finish
The performance of our current lieutenant governor in the recent gubernatorial debate at Norfolk State University brought to mind a career-changing moment in popular music from years ago.
Trump’s real problem with Black women by Julianne Malveaux
Donald Trump has a type — and it’s not the one tabloids flaunted. His real issue is Black women who hold power.
