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The Rev. Torlecia Bates, who spoke at last Saturday’s event at Second Baptist Church in South Side, is a descendant of Nat Turner. Her father is a member of the George Wythe High School Class of 1974.

The Rev. Torlecia Bates, who spoke at last Saturday’s event at Second Baptist Church in South Side, is a descendant of Nat Turner. Her father …

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Evelyn Hawkins, a retired John Marshall High School librarian, shows the current edition of National Geographic magazine and the skull now being analyzed at the Smithsonian. Mrs. Hawkins' family now owns the Southampton County farm where Nat Turner was captured after the enslaved people’s uprising in 1831.

Evelyn Hawkins, a retired John Marshall High School librarian, shows the current edition of National Geographic magazine and the skull now being analyzed at the …

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Mark Person makes a presentation during the George Wythe High School Class of 1974 Black History Month Breakfast Program last Saturday at Second Baptist Church in South Side. Below,

Mark Person makes a presentation during the George Wythe High School Class of 1974 Black History Month Breakfast Program last Saturday at Second Baptist Church …

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U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine talks with Pope Francis during a general audience Feb. 21 at the Vatican.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine talks with Pope Francis during a general audience Feb. 21 at the Vatican.

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Photo courtesy of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation // Immersed in history // Fifth-graders from Richmond’s Carver Elementary School join Principal Kiwana S. Yates and teachers around an indoor fountain at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington. The students also visited the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, which hosted the Feb. 22 trip in partnership with The New Y-CAPP, Youth Challenged Advised & Positively Promoted. At the foundation, they learned about efforts to advance the global black community and the separate work of members of the Congressional Black Caucus. The goal of the trip: To enable the students to gain a better understanding of the contributions of African-Americans.

Photo courtesy of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation // Immersed in history // Fifth-graders from Richmond’s Carver Elementary School join Principal Kiwana S. Yates and …

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Richmond Free Press Publisher Jean P. Boone receives a citation from 4th District Congressman A. Donald McEachin — a copy of his remarks placed in the Congressional Record commemorating the newspaper’s 25th anniversary. The Congressional Record is the official record of the proceedings and debates of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate. In remarks he delivered Feb. 13 on the House floor, Rep. McEachin lauded the independent, black-owned Free Press as a “voice for all people since its inception.” He recalled the newspaper’s late founder, Raymond H. Boone, and noted that the Free Press “has altered the media landscape of Richmond, the former capital of the Confederacy,” with its award-winning coverage. The Free Press, he said, “does not only chronicle history, it has made history for the last 25 years.” The newspaper celebrated its silver anniversary on Jan. 16.

Richmond Free Press Publisher Jean P. Boone receives a citation from 4th District Congressman A. Donald McEachin — a copy of his remarks placed in …

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Johnetta Jackson takes advantage of the unseasonably warm winter weather to study outdoors last week. Location: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Like many other Richmond area residents and visitors, the Virginia Commonwealth University student and personal trainer found a way to enjoy the unexpected winter warmth. High temperatures are expected to be in the chillier 50s heading into the weekend, but then warm up again into the 70s by Monday before beginning another run of cooler days.

Johnetta Jackson takes advantage of the unseasonably warm winter weather to study outdoors last week. Location: Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Like many other Richmond …

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James River dam near Pony Pasture

James River dam near Pony Pasture

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The Virginia Union University Rah-Rahs bust a move during a tournament performance.

The Virginia Union University Rah-Rahs bust a move during a tournament performance.

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The Virginia State University women’s basketball team celebrates last Friday after making it to the CIAA finals

The Virginia State University women’s basketball team celebrates last Friday after making it to the CIAA finals

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R&B group En Vogue performs during the championship game last Saturday.

R&B group En Vogue performs during the championship game last Saturday.

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ESPN sportscaster Charlie Neal, right, a member of the CIAA Hall of Fame, interviews 2017 CIAA Hall of Fame inductee Derrick Johnson, a former Virginia Union University basketball standout.

ESPN sportscaster Charlie Neal, right, a member of the CIAA Hall of Fame, interviews 2017 CIAA Hall of Fame inductee Derrick Johnson, a former Virginia …

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Virginia State University President Makola M. Abdullah stops for a photo with CIAA Commissioner Jacqueline “Jacqie” McWilliams.

Virginia State University President Makola M. Abdullah stops for a photo with CIAA Commissioner Jacqueline “Jacqie” McWilliams.

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Jazz artist Najee performs the national anthem before last Saturday’s championship game.

Jazz artist Najee performs the national anthem before last Saturday’s championship game.

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The Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls women’s team celebrates its tournament title and 68-59 victory over the Virginia State University women’s team.

The Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls women’s team celebrates its tournament title and 68-59 victory over the Virginia State University women’s team.

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Mr. CIAA, Abraham “Ham” Mitchell of Suffolk, sports one of his custom outfits around the arena in Charlotte. The colors are those of the Bowie State Bulldogs.

Mr. CIAA, Abraham “Ham” Mitchell of Suffolk, sports one of his custom outfits around the arena in Charlotte. The colors are those of the Bowie …

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The Bowie State Bulldogs celebrate their 62-54 championship victory over Fayetteville State University last Saturday.

The Bowie State Bulldogs celebrate their 62-54 championship victory over Fayetteville State University last Saturday.

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Virginia Union University Coach AnnMarie Gilbert, CIAA Women’s Coach of the Year, directs from the sidelines.

Virginia Union University Coach AnnMarie Gilbert, CIAA Women’s Coach of the Year, directs from the sidelines.

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Virginia Union University Coach Jay Butler, CIAA Men’s Coach of the Year, watches forlornly as his team loses to Bowie State University.

Virginia Union University Coach Jay Butler, CIAA Men’s Coach of the Year, watches forlornly as his team loses to Bowie State University.

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The event at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts was sold out, with lines of people waiting to get in to see Dr. Davis and the documentary about her life, “Free Angela and All Political Prisoners.”

The event at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts was sold out, with lines of people waiting to get in to see Dr. Davis and …

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Scholar and activist Angela Y. Davis, right, and Tressie McMillan Cottom, a Virginia Commonwealth University assistant professor, react to a member of the audience during Dr. Davis’ appearance last Friday as the Afrikana Independent Film Festival’s 2nd Annual “Evening with an Icon.”

Scholar and activist Angela Y. Davis, right, and Tressie McMillan Cottom, a Virginia Commonwealth University assistant professor, react to a member of the audience during …

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Dr. Christine Darden, left, a retired aeronautical engineer, shares her experiences working for 40 years at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton during Sunday’s panel sponsored by the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. With her is journalist Michael Paul Williams, who moderated the panel.

Dr. Christine Darden, left, a retired aeronautical engineer, shares her experiences working for 40 years at NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton during Sunday’s panel …

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Pearl Estelle Amy Smith, a mathematician for 31 years at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren, says she made professional sacrifices to benefit her family.

Pearl Estelle Amy Smith, a mathematician for 31 years at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren, says she made professional sacrifices to benefit her family.

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Bowie State University’s Yohance Fleming goes up for a basket against Virginia Union University’s Tavon Mealy, left, during last Thursday’s quarterfinal game at the CIAA Tournament. Bowie State knocked VUU out of the tournament, defeating the Panthers 84-78. The Bulldogs went on to win the tournament 62-54 over Fayetteville State University.

Bowie State University’s Yohance Fleming goes up for a basket against Virginia Union University’s Tavon Mealy, left, during last Thursday’s quarterfinal game at the CIAA …

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Petersburg Sen. Rosalyn R. Dance, right, introduces new Sen. Lionel Spruill Sr. of Chesapeake on the Senate floor. Looking on are Sen. T. Montgomery “Monty” Mason of Williamsburg, front left, and Sen. Jeremy S. McPike of Woodbridge, center.

Petersburg Sen. Rosalyn R. Dance, right, introduces new Sen. Lionel Spruill Sr. of Chesapeake on the Senate floor. Looking on are Sen. T. Montgomery “Monty” …

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Norfolk Delegate Daun S. Hester chats with Delegate Luke E. Torian of Dumfries.

Norfolk Delegate Daun S. Hester chats with Delegate Luke E. Torian of Dumfries.

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Delegate Joseph R. Yost of Pearisburg proudly shows the House chamber to Virginia, his 7-month-old daughter.

Delegate Joseph R. Yost of Pearisburg proudly shows the House chamber to Virginia, his 7-month-old daughter.

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Senators applaud their young pages in the gallery on the session’s opening day.

Senators applaud their young pages in the gallery on the session’s opening day.

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