Dementia documentary screening at Real Life Ministries
Wisdom Watch Alliance will host a free community screening of the documentary “Remember Me: Dementia in the African American Community” on Saturday, Oct. 18 at 10 a.m. at Real Life Ministries COGIC, 113 Wilkinson Road.
John W. ‘Casey’ Jones Sr., beloved dentist and mentor, dies at 83
For generations of Richmond residents, John W. “Casey” Jones Sr. helped keep their teeth clean and smiles bright.
Former Gov. Doug Wilder scraps lawsuit against VCU officials
Two months after former Virginia Gov. Doug Wilder sued a pair of VCU leaders over a recent workplace investigation involving him, Wilder is voluntarily dropping the case.
Virginia school board members rate districts higher than the public, study finds
Most school board members in Virginia and across the country have a higher level of optimism about their school districts than the public, reflecting a key public education disconnect, according to a study published by the Fordham Institute on Wednesday.
DNA and facial reconstruction offer clues in decades-old South Richmond case
On Aug. 27, 2002, the body of a man was found in a ravine next to a brickyard in Blackwell.
Debt-burdened Virginians in limbo with new payment plans, government shutdown
Changes in student loan repayment plans have coincided with the government shutdown, which could leave Virginia borrowers in limbo.
Surprise, surprise
How can you tell it’s October in Richmond? Even without a calendar or a smartphone, a few signs stand out.
Revolutions for freedom and equality remain unfinished by Ben Jealous
In my house, two legacies face each other. On one wall hangs a reproduction of “The Spirit of ’76,” painted by my cousin Archibald M. Willard for the nation’s 100th birthday.
Not your ordinary shutdown — lives at risk by Julianne Malveaux
The federal government shut down Oct. 1, and the impasse between congressional Democrats and Republicans suggests it could be a long one. Speaker Mike Johnson has already sent Congress home to do “district work.”
Don’t let pharmacy deserts swallow our communities by Ed Towns
We certainly live in challenging times. Shortly before RFK Jr.’s hand-picked CDC panel met last month to abandon its COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, Sen. Adam Schiff publicly asked insurers to cover routine vaccines for illnesses, no matter what the group recommended.
Personality: Anthony Clary
Spotlight on the founder of WeOffTheCouch
Growing up in Blackwell on South Side, Anthony Clary rarely saw Black people running or exercising. Now, as founder of WeOffTheCouch, he’s working to change that reality.
Luxury trains and metro access: Fans plan for Commanders’ RFK comeback
Wealthy Virginians used to travel to NFL games in Washington aboard a 1919 luxury rail car now displayed at the Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond.
Norfolk State to host only Virginia gubernatorial debate Thursday
Norfolk State University will host the only face-to-face debate between the Republican and Democratic candidates for Virginia governor on Oct. 9.
Early voting
Richmond voters are now casting ballots early for the 2025 elections, including races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and members of the House of Delegates. Early voting allows residents to vote in person before Election Day and can help reduce wait times at polling places.
City expands Zoning Advisory Council
Mayor Danny Avula announced Wednesday the addition of four new members to the city’s Zoning Advisory Council, expanding the panel from 17 to 21 members in response to resident calls for broader representation in planning decisions.
Folk Festival to feature ‘Riverlore’ films, discussion
The Richmond Folk Festival will highlight Virginia’s rivers this year with a special film screening and launch party on Thursday, Oct. 9, ahead of the festival, which runs Friday through Sunday, Oct. 10-12, at Brown’s Island and the downtown riverfront.
‘Gabriel Gathering’ to honor enslaved rebellion leader
Supporters of efforts to reclaim and memorialize Richmond’s Shockoe Bottom district will gather Friday, Oct. 10, for the 23rd annual Gabriel Gathering.
VSU opens largest building in school history
Virginia State University has opened the Alfred W. Harris Academic Commons, the largest facility in the school’s 143-year history.
Norfolk State coaching legend Charles Christian set for Hall of Fame
Former Norfolk State University men’s basketball coach Charles Christian, a Richmond native and Armstrong High School alumnus, will be posthumously enshrined into the Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame this November.
