Two local teachers to explore Africa, London and Quebec through REB grant
Two Henrico County teachers will soon take their lessons far beyond the classroom — one to Africa, the other to London and Quebec.
RMTA executive chosen to guide global transportation leaders
Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority CEO Joi Taylor Dean was elected president of the International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association for 2026.
Election sends message to politicians
Letters to the Editor
The people’s voices were heard loud and clear, by the electorate going to the ballot box and voting. We have seen enough divisive antics thrown our way.
Richmond’s Coliseum deserves a second chance
Letters to the Editor
It’s been announced that the 54-year-old Richmond Coliseum will be demolished. After giving a thumbs-down to the Navy Hill development, Richmond City Council decided to move forward with what is now the City Center project.
VUU tops VSU to clinch spot in CIAA title game
Virginia Union University secured its place in the CIAA Championship Game with a 14-3 win over rival Virginia State University on Saturday afternoon at Hovey Field.
‘Gabriel’ musical extended after sellout performances
The musical “Gabriel,” produced by ATLAS Partnership, will continue its run following a series of sold-out performances.
Poet to discuss new book on Black Appalachian cooking
Poet and author Crystal Wilkinson will discuss her new book, “Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts: Stories and Recipes from Five Generations of Black Country Cooks,” Thursday, Nov. 13 at the Library of Virginia.
First Baptist Church of Ashland to host Caregiver Expo
Caregivers, families and community members are invited to Hanover County’s fourth annual Caregiver Expo on Monday, Nov. 17 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Ashland, 800 Thompson St.
New book examines legacy of Negro Leagues founder
More than a century after he organized the first Negro National League, Andrew “Rube” Foster’s influence on baseball and Black entrepreneurship is still felt.
First Tee – Greater Richmond honored for community outreach
First Tee – Greater Richmond has received the Barbara A. Douglas and Dr. William J. Powell Community Award, a national honor recognizing the chapter’s leadership in reaching underserved youth and promoting inclusion in golf.
T.D. Jakes launches weekly podcast exploring life, purpose and culture
Bishop T.D. Jakes is launching a new weekly podcast, “NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes,” aimed at helping listeners navigate life transitions and explore their purpose.
Voter empowerment, social justice take center stage at rally
Chants for justice, equality and voting rights echoed through downtown Richmond on Sunday as about 100 residents marched from Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School to the state Capitol in the first “United We Stand” March and Rally for Voter Empowerment and Justice.
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Virginians turn away from Republican rule, elect Spanberger and Democrats statewide
Virginia made history in several ways Tuesday after elections that saw landmark gains for Democrats statewide and nationally.
General Assembly passes initial vote on redistricting measure
An amendment that would allow the General Assembly to redraw Virginia’s congressional districts passed its first hurdle Friday afternoon, when state senators voted 21-16 along party lines to approve it after about three hours of floor discussion.
Petersburg casino hosting job fairs as opening of first phase nears
As construction continues on the new Live! Casino Virginia, the developers are launching a series of community career fairs to prepare for the first phase of the resort’s opening.
Civil rights groups sue Virginia over rejected student voter registrations
Civil rights groups have filed a federal lawsuit in Virginia alleging that state and local election officials are unlawfully rejecting student voter registration forms because they lack dormitory names, room numbers or campus mailbox information — details that the groups say are both irrelevant and discriminatory.
Ladies first
Led by two accomplished and capable women, the Democratic Party of Virginia secured a political trifecta this week, winning the offices of governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general.
Young people must defend democracy in dark times by Ben Jealous
We just fell back. The season of darkness is coming. But this year, more than any I can remember, that darkness feels existential, not just seasonal.
Hegseth’s war on ‘woke’ is an assault on American history by Clarence Pagfe
When Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the cancellation of any official observance of “cultural awareness” months in the military service, I immediately wondered what it would mean for the legacy of Milton Olive.
Endorsing Kamala Harris was Dick Cheney’s finest hour by Julianne Malveaux
Dick Cheney, who died this week at age 83, was one of the most powerful and controversial figures in modern American politics.
