Virginia authors celebrated at library’s Literary Awards
Seven authors received the Library of Virginia’s 28th annual Virginia Literary Awards on Friday at the state library’s annual dinner and gala.
VMFA extends hours for ‘Frida: Beyond the Myth’ exhibition
Due to popular demand, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will offer extended hours for the exhibition “Frida: Beyond the Myth” during its final five days, Wednesday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Sept. 28.
Westmoreland church to host marker dedication for landmark civil rights case
A state historical marker will be dedicated next month in Westmoreland County to commemorate a late 19th-century federal court case that helped lay the groundwork for one of the country’s earliest civil rights organizations.
Hispanic Football Hall of Fame launches to honor legends and inspire future players
A new chapter in American football history began recently with the launch of the Hispanic Football Hall of Fame, an organization dedicated to recognizing Hispanic players, coaches and contributors at every level of the sport.
RPS continues free vaccine program for middle and high schoolers
Richmond Public Schools is providing free vaccinations to middle and high school students for a fourth year.
Richmond honors longtime city employees at annual service award ceremony
More than 560 Richmond city employees were recognized Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Main Street Station for reaching service milestones with the city recently.
Red light cameras coming to high-risk Richmond intersections this fall
The City of Richmond is expanding its Safety Camera Program to address red light running at crash-prone intersections, with enforcement expected to begin at the end of September, weather permitting.
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.
Memory of Jan. 6 fades as false narratives take hold by David W. Marshall
During the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, millions of people across the United States watched the events unfold in real time on live television. News broadcasters provided continuous coverage showing how police officers were unable to contain the rioters who eventually breached the Capitol. Watching this attack, I found myself in shock and disbelief that something like this could ever happen in our nation. We saw television images of the hangman’s noose along with the chants of “Hang Mike Pence.”
RVA East End Festival set for MLK Jr. Middle School
Richmond will celebrate its homegrown musical talent at the RVA East End Festival on Saturday, Sept. 27 from noon to 7 p.m. at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School.
From Church grounds to community homes
Plans for a new affordable housing complex in Richmond — years in the making — are now taking shape.
Lift Your Gift gospel fest to celebrate faith, music and fellowship
The Lift Your Gift gospel fest will bring faith, music and fellowship to Petersburg on Saturday, Oct. 11. The event will run from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Metropolitan Baptist Church, 1021 Halifax St.
Panthers roll past Johnson C. Smith
Virginia Union University defeated Johnson C. Smith University 28-10 in the Willard Bailey Classic on Saturday at Hovey Field.
Jepkemboi leads Panthers at Blue Bear Invitational
Virginia Union’s Abijah Jepkemboi turned in a commanding performance Friday to win the women’s race at the Blue Bear Cross Country Invitational hosted by Livingstone College.
Annual infield dinner will return to The Diamond
The Richmond Flying Squirrels will host the fourth annual “Dinner on the Infield” presented by West Broad Honda at The Diamond on Friday, Oct. 3, with proceeds benefiting Flying Squirrels Charities.
NBPC names Russell Wilson ‘Quarterback of the Century’
The National Black Players Coalition recently named New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson its “Quarterback of the Century,” citing his career achievements on and off the field.
Jackson State stays atop HBCU football media poll
Jackson State held onto the top spot in the BOXTOROW HBCU Football Media Poll for the fourth week of the 2025 season.
Spanberger discusses policy, criminal justice and Black history in schools
It took time for the schedules of a woman running a statewide campaign and the editor of a short-staffed weekly newspaper to align, but they eventually did, making this long-planned interview possible.
RRHA board rejects Gilpin Court transfer again
The Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority’s Board of Commissioners voted 6-3 on Wednesday to reject a resolution that would have led to the transfer of ownership of the Gilpin Court neighborhood.
Creighton Court turns corner with ‘Creighton Renaissance’
Creighton Court residents opened the doors to a new chapter Tuesday as housing, city and state officials reintroduced the neighborhood as the Creighton Renaissance.
