Williamsburg begins rebuilding one of the nation’s oldest Black churches
The rebuilding of one of the nation’s oldest Black churches, whose congregants first gathered outdoors in secret before constructing a wooden meetinghouse in Virginia, started Thursday, June 19, with a ceremonial groundbreaking.
Celebrating Bill Withers’ music, message through song and service
Kori Withers, daughter of soul legend Bill Withers, will bring her father’s beloved songs and stories to life in a special performance at the Cultural Arts Center in Glen Allen. The concert, set for Saturday, June 28, will feature both afternoon and evening seatings.
The Thunder are NBA champions, and they might be just getting started
The promise came three years ago from Oklahoma City general manager Sam Presti. It might have been overlooked for a couple of reasons. One, the Thunder were awful at the time. Two, he was speaking Latin.
Archaeologists uncover original Williamsburg Bray School foundation at W&M
Archaeologists have uncovered the near-complete 18th-century foundation and a previously undocumented cellar of the historic Williamsburg Bray School beneath William & Mary’s Robert M. Gates Hall.
Electoral college reform group eyes Virginia’s elections with hope
Could Virginia become part of a growing national movement to elect presidents based on securing the popular vote?
Houses of pain
If a recent lawsuit and years of rumors and innuendo are to be believed, filmmaker and billionaire Tyler Perry may not be in contention for any “boss of the year,” awards. An actor who worked for Perry, after being “discovered” by the director at an event at his Atlanta studio, says he was subjected to sexual harassment, sexual assault and threats while working for the 55-year-old.
How mass deportations would cripple America’s workforce, by Julianne Malveaux
Douglas Turner Ward (1930-2021) wrote a searing play, “Days of Absence,” that imagined life in a small Southern town where all the Black residents disappeared overnight. Predictably, the white townspeople could not walk and chew gum, neither at one time nor at the same time.
Did you miss a national holiday, Mr. President?, by Clarence Page
Juneteenth came and went last Thursday, but curiously something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
What John Reid’s controversies say about his candidacy
Recently, John Reid, the GOP candidate for lieutenant governor, announced that if efforts to enshrine same-sex marriage rights into Virginia’s constitution met a tie in the Senate chamber, he would vote against it.
Chesterfield announces Sports Hall of Fame class of 2025
Chesterfield County will add seven new members to its Sports Hall of Fame, honoring local athletes who have made significant contributions to the community’s sports legacy.
Fellows to research and preserve Black history across Virginia
Three community preservationists have been selected for the 2025 African American Fellows Program at Preservation Virginia, an initiative designed to support the study and protection of African American historic sites across the state.
Film screening to highlight life of Emanuel AME shooting victim Daniel Simmons
A documentary about Rev. Daniel Simmons Sr., one of nine people killed in the 2015 shooting at Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C., will be screened on July 1.
Personality: Alan L. Meekins Sr.
Spotlight on Scouting America’s James River District Silver Beaver Award winner
A lifelong Scout and now Scoutmaster of Troop 432 at Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Alan Meekins recently received Scouting America’s Silver Beaver Award, honoring his decades of dedication to the Scout Oath and Law. The award is the highest honor a local Scouting America council can give an adult volunteer and recognizes Meekins' distinguished service to youth at the council level. It reflects the core values of Scouting and his commitment to serving others.
Debate continues as Council delays action on leaders’ residency rule
An ordinance that could require more city leaders to live in the city was delayed by City Council for further consideration during their Monday meeting.
Anti-war advocates mobilize to oppose Iran war
Days before the United States struck nuclear facilities in Iran, anti-war advocates gathered in Monroe Park to denounce the involvement of the United States in growing aggression against the country.
VSU viral fans video raises $12,000 for student tuition
A viral moment from Virginia State University’s 2025 spring commencement has turned into a successful fundraiser, bringing in $12,000 for the university’s Student Tuition Assistance Fund.
UR graduate named Marshall-Motley Scholar
Ryan Doherty, a 2025 graduate of the University of Richmond, was recently selected as a Marshall-Motley Scholar by the Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
Richmond voids tickets issued by mistake on Juneteenth
On Richmond’s website, Juneteenth is listed as one of several holidays when the city doesn’t enforce parking time limits. Because of a mishap last Thursday, the city’s parking enforcement contractor ticketed nearly two dozen cars and had two towed despite the holiday.
GRTC adding larger buses to handle rider surge
The Greater Richmond Transit Co. will roll out a new fleet of articulated buses next month to accommodate higher ridership and ease overcrowding on its busiest routes.
Historic Station 12 reopens its doors
ity officials joined the Richmond Fire Department to celebrate the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
