Trump embraces South Africans — the white ones, by Clarence Page
President Trump’s refugee policy reminds me of what automaker Henry Ford supposedly said about his company’s Model T: “A customer can have a car painted any color he wants as long as it’s black.”
Squirrels fall to SeaWolves after late-inning rally
The Richmond Flying Squirrels surrendered three runs in the ninth inning and fell to the Erie SeaWolves, 7-4, on Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
Power Tour brings purpose, protest and celebration to Jackson Ward
Last Saturday, the sound of music, poetry, and passionate conversation filled Abner Clay Park as over a hundred Richmond residents gathered for the State of the People Power Tour’s visit — a day dedicated to community building, empowerment and social change.
Historic Chatsworth School to hold open house, plaque unveiling
The Chatsworth School Museum in Varina will host an open house June 7 and 8 to highlight the legacy of a rare early 20th-century schoolhouse that once served Black children in Henrico County.
Memorial Day 2025 closings
In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 26, the following schedules will be in effect:
Petersburg honors Capt. Jerren Lucas Sr. as Firefighter of the Year
Capt. Jerren Lucas Sr. was recently named the 2024 Firefighter of the Year by the Petersburg Department of Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services. Fire Chief Wayne
Candidate lineup in crowded race for lieutenant governor
As Virginians continue casting ballots in the primary election ahead of November, a crowded field of Democratic, Republican and independent candidates is vying to succeed Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears. The race has drawn a wide range of contenders with varying backgrounds and policy priorities.
Abner Baptist to host Mental Health Education Seminar
Abner Baptist Church will host a Mental Health Education Seminar on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to noon at its sanctuary, 15143 Abner Church Road in Glen Allen.
Fire at Nottoway Plantation ignites online celebration, painful reflection
After a fire engulfed a mansion at Louisiana’s Nottoway Plantation, one of the largest remaining pre-Civil War houses in the Deep South where scores of enslaved Africans labored, video footage of the combusted landmark lit the internet ablaze with mass jubilation and consternation over the weekend.
Mayor calls for action after City worker wounded in shooting
A City of Richmond Department of Public Works employee was wounded early Tuesday morning while performing work duties, city officials confirmed.
Jen Hatmaker to speak at River Road Church
New York Times bestselling author and speaker Jen Hatmaker will be the featured guest at River Road Church, Baptist, on Thursday, May 22, as part of the church’s Distinguished Speaker Forum series.
Early voting
Early in-person voting for the June 17 primary election continues in the state of Virginia through Saturday, June 14.
Gerry Connolly, a fixture in Virginia politics, dies at 75
U.S. Rep. Gerald “Gerry” Connolly, an outspoken Democrat who sought key reforms in the federal government while bringing transformational development to his populous Virginia district, died Wednesday. He was 75.
Grad you made it
To the high school students who poured hours into study, mastered time management, and stayed dedicated to their goals — congratulations. You worked hard. You persevered and sacrificed in pursuit of excellence. You did it. We’re proud of you, and so are your loved ones.
Joe Biden
Recently, we all learned former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones.
George Floyd 5 years later: A moment or a movement?, By Marc H. Morial
“All Americans are entitled to live with the confidence that the law enforcement officers and agencies in their communities will live up to our Nation’s founding ideals and will protect the rights of all persons. Particularly in African-American communities, we must redouble our efforts as a Nation to swiftly address instances of misconduct.” — Presidential Executive Order on Safe Policing for Safe Communities, June 16, 2020
Youngkin’s veto threatens public health progress, by Vivienne Pierce McDaniel
When we discuss health care, we often think of physicians, hospitals and medications. However, my day-to-day work as a nurse and professor of nursing teaching health policy and advocacy to nurse practitioner students makes it clear that our community and environment have so much more to do with health outcomes than what happens in a health care provider’s office. It’s time to fully acknowledge this reality and address the health disparities and inequities in our communities.
Springing forward with achievement
The Richmond region came alive this week with moments of achievement and celebration.
VCU’s Jazmin Jackson named to Dominican Republic soccer team
VCU junior forward Jazmin Jackson has been called up to the Dominican Republic women’s national soccer team, the Selección Dominicana de Fútbol Femenina, Coach Betzaida Ubri announced this week.
Huguenot linebacker Markel Dabney commits to SMU
Huguenot High School standout Markel Dabney recently committed to Southern Methodist University, becoming the first linebacker pledge in SMU’s 2026 recruiting class under co-defensive coordinator Maurice Crum.
