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A variety of colorful hats highlighted “Hattitude 2016: Hats Off to Women,” an annual awards program hosted by the Cavalier Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association. The luncheon program, held last Saturday at a Henrico County hotel, was in celebration of Women’s History Month. Jean P. Boone, president/publisher of the Richmond Free Press, was among the honorees. Pictured, from left, are honorees Samantha Thompson, founder of Esteem Teens; Thelma Bland Watson, executive director of Senior Connections; Mrs. Boone; ABWA chapter President Sylvia Buffington-Lester; honorees Sharon Oliver, founder and publisher of CEO Magazine, and Elvatrice Belsches, historian and educator; and keynote speaker, Richmond native C. Gail Bassette, Maryland’s secretary of general services.

A variety of colorful hats highlighted “Hattitude 2016: Hats Off to Women,” an annual awards program hosted by the Cavalier Chapter of the American Business …

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Saucer magnolia blooms in East End

Saucer magnolia blooms in East End

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Dramatic glass reeds decorate the reflecting pool in The E. Clairborne and Lora Robins Sculpture Garden outside the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Dale Chihuly created the giant red reeds for a 2012 exhibit of his work at VMFA, and the museum acquired the work a year later. Internationally known in the field of glass artistry, Mr. Chihuly and his staff used red glass from Finland and created the reeds at a Norwegian glass factory that can handle such long pieces. Water lilies, lotuses and grasses have been planted throughout the installation to add a natural touch, according to the museum.

Dramatic glass reeds decorate the reflecting pool in The E. Clairborne and Lora Robins Sculpture Garden outside the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Dale Chihuly …

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Talkin’ that talk // Basketball fans come in all ages, as the Virginia Union University Lady Panthers experienced during their recent NCAA Division II games at Barco-Stevens Hall. Here, Christian Prince, left, and his buddy Knight Jones, dissect the latest play last Friday night, when the Lady Panthers took on Indiana University of Pennsylvania. VUU rolled to a 91-72 win to advance to last Saturday’s regional semifinals.

Talkin’ that talk // Basketball fans come in all ages, as the Virginia Union University Lady Panthers experienced during their recent NCAA Division II games …

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Mr. Jones

Mr. Jones

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Mr. Mcgraw

Mr. Mcgraw

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Malia and Sasha Obama turned the Cross Hall portico into a fashion catwalk — making a splash in designer gowns at their first state dinner. The First Family welcomed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, to the White House. It was the first U.S. visit for a Canadian prime minister in nearly two decades.

Malia and Sasha Obama turned the Cross Hall portico into a fashion catwalk — making a splash in designer gowns at their first state dinner. …

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Ms. Ehrenreich

Ms. Ehrenreich

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Virginia Union University is hosting a night of visual and performing art Thursday, March 31, with the theme “A Journey Through the Sights and Sounds of Virginia Union University.”

Virginia Union University is hosting a night of visual and performing art Thursday, March 31, with the theme “A Journey Through the Sights and Sounds …

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Virginia Union University’s Kiana Johnson kisses the NCAA regional championship trophy she and her teammates were awarded after Monday night’s victory over West Liberty University at Barco-Stevens Hall.

Virginia Union University’s Kiana Johnson kisses the NCAA regional championship trophy she and her teammates were awarded after Monday night’s victory over West Liberty University …

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Virginia Commonwealth University guard Jonathan Williams plays smothering defense against St. Joseph’s University’s DeAndre Bembry in the second half of Sunday’s Atlantic 10 Tournament championship game at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Virginia Commonwealth University guard Jonathan Williams plays smothering defense against St. Joseph’s University’s DeAndre Bembry in the second half of Sunday’s Atlantic 10 Tournament championship …

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The Hampton University men’s basketball team erupts in celebration Saturday night as the Pirates put the finishing touches on its 81-69 victory over South Carolina State University to win the MEAC Tournament at the Norfolk Scope.

The Hampton University men’s basketball team erupts in celebration Saturday night as the Pirates put the finishing touches on its 81-69 victory over South Carolina …

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John Marshall High’s Xavier Trent seeks consolation from Assistant Coach Kevin Bettis in the late stages of the Justices’ 75-62 loss to Portsmouth’s I.C. Norcom High School in the State 3A semifinals last Friday at the Siegel Center at Virginia Commonwealth University.

John Marshall High’s Xavier Trent seeks consolation from Assistant Coach Kevin Bettis in the late stages of the Justices’ 75-62 loss to Portsmouth’s I.C. Norcom …

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Johnny Morris

Johnny Morris

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The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg.

The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg.

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Black clergy from across the country are expressing outrage about the Republican-led U.S. Senate’s vow to block any nominee President Obama picks to fill a vacancy on the U.S. Supreme Court, saying it reflects racism and disrespect.

Black clergy from across the country are expressing outrage about the Republican-led U.S. Senate’s vow to block any nominee President Obama picks to fill a …

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Rev. Olivier Ndjimbi-Tshiende

Rev. Olivier Ndjimbi-Tshiende

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S.F. Braxton bears the scar of the vicious knife attack that changed her life. She has not been able to return to work since she was stabbed April 14, 2015. 

S.F. Braxton bears the scar of the vicious knife attack that changed her life. She has not been able to return to work since she …

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S.F. Braxton bears the scar of the vicious knife attack that changed her life. She has not been able to return to work since she was stabbed April 14, 2015. 

S.F. Braxton bears the scar of the vicious knife attack that changed her life. She has not been able to return to work since she …

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Judge Malveaux

Judge Malveaux

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Ms. Chapman, Ms. Montague

Ms. Chapman, Ms. Montague

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Judge Garland

Judge Garland

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Mr. Adediran

Mr. Adediran

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Mayor Jones

Mayor Jones

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