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Published on November 25, 2015
Remembering Leonard Lambert Sr. // Hundreds of people gathered to remember Leonard W. Lambert Sr. at a funeral service Tuesday at Saint Paul’s Baptist Church in Henrico County. Stirring music filled the sanctuary and family and friends shared warm reflections of Mr. Lambert, who was described as a man of strong faith who left a lasting mark in Metro Richmond by his decades of legal, church and community service. Dr. John W. Kinney, dean of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University, delivered the eulogy at the service, which also included remarks from Mr. Lambert’s sister, Dr. Elizabeth Johns, Mayor Dwight C. Jones and others. Among his achievements, Mr. Lambert became Richmond’s first African-American judge in 1973 when he was named a substitute judge for the Richmond General District Court. At left, his wife, Sylvia J. Lambert, and other family members leave their pews during the recessional at the conclusion of the service.

Remembering Leonard Lambert Sr. // Hundreds of people gathered to remember Leonard W. Lambert Sr. at a funeral service Tuesday at Saint Paul’s Baptist Church …

Published on November 25, 2015
On Monday, two of Ms. Rasin’s sisters, from left, Albertina Walker and Tina Edwards, accompanied Richmond Acting Deputy Police Chief Steve Drew as he took a turkey and fixings to a family in the Richmond Dairy Apartments in Jackson Ward. Right, Chief Durham hugs Ladonna Thompson after Ms. Rasin’s sisters presented her with a Thanksgiving dinner basket.

On Monday, two of Ms. Rasin’s sisters, from left, Albertina Walker and Tina Edwards, accompanied Richmond Acting Deputy Police Chief Steve Drew as he took …

Published on November 25, 2015
In Alicia Rasin’s memory // Delivering turkeys and other Thanksgiving fixings, warm hugs and big smiles, Mayor Dwight C. Jones, Richmond Police Chief Alfred Durham, Sheriff C.T. Woody Jr., police officers, area ministers and community leaders this week carried on the holiday tradition of giving to families started by the late Alicia Rasin, the city’s “Ambassador of Compassion.” Ms. Rasin, who helped families of homicide victims and others, succumbed to heart failure in early October.

In Alicia Rasin’s memory // Delivering turkeys and other Thanksgiving fixings, warm hugs and big smiles, Mayor Dwight C. Jones, Richmond Police Chief Alfred Durham, …

Published on November 25, 2015
Cheryl Gee of Norfolk, top right, gets a tattoo of an elephant on her left shoulder from Big Daddy Jaz. Ryan Bennett, right, requested a tattoo of the Grim Reaper on his torso, which artist David Bruehl of Tampa, Fla., put on. The festival featured a select group of world-class tattoo artists and unique vendors.

Cheryl Gee of Norfolk, top right, gets a tattoo of an elephant on her left shoulder from Big Daddy Jaz. Ryan Bennett, right, requested a …

Published on November 25, 2015
Human bodies became the canvas last weekend at the 23rd Annual Richmond Tattoo Arts Festival at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Human bodies became the canvas last weekend at the 23rd Annual Richmond Tattoo Arts Festival at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Published on November 25, 2015
Originally opened in 1895, the building first served black militia units and was the only building in the nation ever constructed for that purpose. The armory later was used as a city school, a warehouse and a World War II recreation center for black soldiers. It has been vacant since the late 1980s.

Originally opened in 1895, the building first served black militia units and was the only building in the nation ever constructed for that purpose. The …

Published on November 25, 2015
Above, Mayor Dwight C. Jones and Marilyn H. West, chair of the museum’s board, center, lead board members, other dignitaries and the public in applause as the lights go on. More than $8 million has been poured into transforming and expanding the former Leigh Street Armory for the museum’s use. The project is expected to be complete in January.

Above, Mayor Dwight C. Jones and Marilyn H. West, chair of the museum’s board, center, lead board members, other dignitaries and the public in applause …

Published on November 25, 2015
The new home of the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia at 122 W. Leigh St. comes alive in a public illumination ceremony last Friday. Craig Alexander Matthews, left, directs the Richmond Boys Choir during its performance at the outdoor event that drew about 125 people.

The new home of the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia at 122 W. Leigh St. comes alive in a public illumination ceremony …

Published on November 25, 2015
Fresh turnips for the holiday at 17th Street Farmers’ Market

Fresh turnips for the holiday at 17th Street Farmers’ Market

Published on November 25, 2015
Water is good for you. That’s the healthy message Richmond Public Schools and Richmond City Health District officials passed to elementary school students during Water Week demonstrations and activities last week. The aim is to encourage students to drink more water rather than sugar-laden drinks. Above, Bridgette Harris distributes fruit-infused water to students at George Mason Elementary School in Church Hill last Friday. Water Week kicked off the RPS Hydration Station Initiative involving special water fountains that have been installed in all city elementary schools. Students will receive water bottles they can refill at the hydration stations.

Water is good for you. That’s the healthy message Richmond Public Schools and Richmond City Health District officials passed to elementary school students during Water …

Published on November 25, 2015
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Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press

Published on November 25, 2015
Judge Jamison retiring // Family and friends join in unveiling the portrait of outgoing Judge Birdie Hairston Jamison, right, that will hang in the Richmond General District Court. With her at Friday’s ceremony at the Manchester Courthouse are, from left: Sheriff C.T. Woody Jr., Judge Jamison’s sister, Paige Hairston, Delegate Delores L. McQuinn, former Delegate Jean W. Cunningham, Richmond General District Court Chief Judge D. Eugene Cheek, former state Sen. Henry L. Marsh III and Judge Jamison’s other sister, Mable Lewis. Judge Jamison, 57, is the dean of the state’s traffic court judges. She began hearing cases in Richmond in 1991. Her tenure on the court officially ends Tuesday, Nov. 30. She must step down because the General Assembly declined to reappoint her to a new term last January. Numerous speakers at the retirement ceremony lauded her service to the court.

Judge Jamison retiring // Family and friends join in unveiling the portrait of outgoing Judge Birdie Hairston Jamison, right, that will hang in the Richmond …

Published on November 25, 2015
Are you ready for some football? Three-year-old Mikenzie “Button” Williams recruits game officials for cheering duty last Saturday during halftime of the exciting Richmond Parks and Recreation Pee Wee Football championship game. The Battery Park Vikings defeated the Hotchkiss Eagles 6-0 in overtime, clinching the title for 9- and 10-year-olds at City Stadium. Championship matches also were played in four other age groups. Officials learning new cheers are, from left, William Jessie, Ellery Lundy, Rudy Waddell and Jimmy Drayton.

Are you ready for some football? Three-year-old Mikenzie “Button” Williams recruits game officials for cheering duty last Saturday during halftime of the exciting Richmond Parks …

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015
Deborah Keith of Yorktown: “I’m thankful for my family, my faith and my health and that I got out of bed this morning. I’m also grateful that my son, who was actively doing drugs, has turned the corner on that.”

Deborah Keith of Yorktown: “I’m thankful for my family, my faith and my health and that I got out of bed this morning. I’m also …

Published on November 25, 2015
Raymond Palmer of Henrico County, attorney: “I’m thankful for my church, Oak Grove Baptist Church in King William County, and my salvation. I’m also grateful for my law practice.”

Raymond Palmer of Henrico County, attorney: “I’m thankful for my church, Oak Grove Baptist Church in King William County, and my salvation. I’m also grateful …

Published on November 25, 2015
Julie Morris of South Side: “I’m thankful for health, friends and family. I’m also thankful for my safety, particularly with so much talk about terrorists and immigrants that could mean harm to us. I think we’re very safe here in the United States. I think you’re more likely to get killed by a car than by a terrorist attack.”

Julie Morris of South Side: “I’m thankful for health, friends and family. I’m also thankful for my safety, particularly with so much talk about terrorists …

Published on November 25, 2015
Brandon Davis of Mechanicsville, an IT technician: “I’m thankful for my family, my good health and that my mind is right. And I feel that better things are coming, including the fact that I’ve started my own IT company, Elite Diamond Technologies in Hanover.”

Brandon Davis of Mechanicsville, an IT technician: “I’m thankful for my family, my good health and that my mind is right. And I feel that …

Published on November 25, 2015
Sonia Corporan of the West End, a marketing specialist: “I moved to Richmond about 10 years ago from New York. I’m thankful for my friends in Richmond that have pretty much adopted me into their families. “I’m also grateful that I have the opportunity do what I love on my job, which is write and prepare materials and produce curriculum for classes.”

Sonia Corporan of the West End, a marketing specialist: “I moved to Richmond about 10 years ago from New York. I’m thankful for my friends …

Published on November 25, 2015
Ralph Jones of South Side, semi-retired: “I almost died in 2014 from pneumonia. I’m doing better now. I thank God for my good health and somewhat decent spirits during the holidays.”

Ralph Jones of South Side, semi-retired: “I almost died in 2014 from pneumonia. I’m doing better now. I thank God for my good health and …

Published on November 25, 2015
The Rev. Robert W. Oliver with artist Judy Holloway.

The Rev. Robert W. Oliver with artist Judy Holloway.

Published on November 25, 2015
Photo courtesy of Virginia Union University

Photo courtesy of Virginia Union University

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015
Virginia Union University linebacker Joshua Fasavalu, left, tries to get a grip on Slippery Rock University wide receiver Cornelius Raye during the Panthers’ first-round match last Saturday in the NCAA Division II football playoffs. The Panthers came up short 40-21.

Virginia Union University linebacker Joshua Fasavalu, left, tries to get a grip on Slippery Rock University wide receiver Cornelius Raye during the Panthers’ first-round match …

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015
The Battery Park Vikings celebrate their 6-0 overtime victory to claim the Pee Wee Division trophy Saturday in the Richmond Parks and Recreation football championship at City Stadium.

The Battery Park Vikings celebrate their 6-0 overtime victory to claim the Pee Wee Division trophy Saturday in the Richmond Parks and Recreation football championship …

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015
Virginia Commonwealth University guard Melvin Johnson, left, hustles past Duke University guard Derryck Thornton during the 2K Classic last Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York. Johnson scored 20 points but the Rams lost 79-71 to the Blue Devils.

Virginia Commonwealth University guard Melvin Johnson, left, hustles past Duke University guard Derryck Thornton during the 2K Classic last Friday at Madison Square Garden in …

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015
A youngster holds a prayer card from Pope Francis during a special Mass at a Roman Catholic parish in Kangemi, a slum in Nairobi, Kenya, that is home to 650,000 people. The pope will meet slum dwellers and refugees during his five-day visit beginning Nov. 25 to Kenya, Uganda and Central African Republic.

A youngster holds a prayer card from Pope Francis during a special Mass at a Roman Catholic parish in Kangemi, a slum in Nairobi, Kenya, …

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015

Published on November 25, 2015