Glow showcases STEM education at Science Museum
The Science Museum expanded its Glow event on Feb. 1 to coincide with the opening of “Towers of Tomorrow with Lego Bricks.” The event, held from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., featured hands-on activities, live demonstrations and laser shows.
Naturalization ceremony brings American dream to museum
Holding small American flags and wearing broad smiles, dozens of immigrants will take the oath of citizenship 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 17, Presidents Day, at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, marking a milestone in their American journey amid historical artifacts of their new nation.
‘Nickel Boys’ challenges perceptions with bold, visual storytelling
Amid numerous stories of Black hardship, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by grief and anger. But RaMell Ross’ “Nickel Boys” offers a refreshing reminder that many untold stories remain, and his innovative filmmaking adds depth to the African American experience.
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending Saturday, Feb. 8, COVID-19 accounted for 1.4% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, with overall respiratory illness rates high and trending upward compared to previous data. No COVID-19-related deaths were reported during this period at press time. As of the most recent sample collection week on Sunday, Feb. 2, COVID-19 wastewater levels in Richmond were below detection, and levels in Henrico County had plateaued.
Maggie Walker Community Land Trust announces leadership change
The Maggie Walker Community Land Trust has appointed Mae Worthey-Thomas as its new chief executive officer, the organization announced recently.
Fox to depart RPS, accepts position in Hanover
Richmond Public Schools Chief Operating Officer Dana Fox will resign from her position at the end of the month, the school division announced last week.
Ganther joins VCCS as senior vice chancellor
Felicia Ganther has been appointed as the new senior vice chancellor for academic and workforce services at the Virginia Community College System.
A month of history
I remember the first time I heard about Black History Month. It’s one of those memories that’s etched in my mind from elementary school.
Trump’s quick finger-pointing raises questions, by Clarence Page
As the investigation into Wednesday’s air disaster in Washington was still getting underway, President Donald Trump didn’t bother to wait for actual evidence to figure out what was to blame: “DEI.” That’s shorthand, in case you haven’t heard, for diversity, equity and inclusion programs, a controversial hiring practice that has become a one-size-fits-all bludgeon for the president and his allies to use against Democrats — even when facts don’t support them.
We will not be erased, by Julianne Malveaux
The 47th President has attacked our government like a bull in a China closet. He is doing his best to upend precedent and policy, as he promised that he would.
Appreciation: Henry L. Marsh III, by Bob Lewis
It could be easy at times to forget that Sen. Henry Marsh was even there, listening quietly from his back-row desk in the Senate of Virginia.
Dennis Pelfrey returns for fourth season as Richmond manager
The Richmond Flying Squirrels are gearing up for a big 2025 season, with Dennis Pelfrey returning as manager for his fourth year. This will make him the longest-tenured manager in team history.
Kaine meets with local community leaders to discuss concerns on federal policies
Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., met with community leaders Monday morning at Health Brigade, formerly Fan Free Clinic, for a roundtable discussion on their concerns about President Donald Trump’s controversial executive orders.
Fighting back
Hundreds gather at Capitol Square for anti-Trump protest
Hundreds of protesters from across the state gathered at the Bell Tower in Capitol Square at noon as part of the nationwide “50 Protests, 50 States, 1 Day” movement, condemning policies enacted by the Trump administration, including mass deportations, anti-trans executive orders and efforts to dismantle federal agencies.
Protest erupts in D.C. against Trump administration plans to spike global humanitarian aid
Thousands gathered on Capitol Hill Wednesday to protest the Trump administration’s bulldozing of U.S. disaster aid and critical medical care in war-torn and poverty-stricken regions around the globe.
Purple Heart recipient Michael Gregory Brown dies at 77
Michael Gregory Brown, a Richmond native and champion for social justice, died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital on Jan. 26, following a brief illness. He was 77. Funeral services were held Feb. 3 at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home.
Advocate, educator Denise V. Thomas-Brown remembered
Denise V. Thomas-Brown, a passionate advocate for underserved communities, died Dec. 22, 2024, in Richmond. She was 66.
John Marshall edges Woodside at Coaches for the Cure
Saturday brought some of the state’s top young basketball talent together as the “Coaches for the Cure” event raised money for cancer research before a large crowd at the Henrico Sports and Event Center.
