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  CIAA announces 2024-25 All-CIAA preseason women’s bowling team
  
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“Kemba” screening at VUU highlights clemency journey and justice reform

A still from the film “Kemba” depicts the moment a young Kemba Smith faces law enforcement at her family’s home, highlighting the emotional and legal challenges of her story. The film will be screened on Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. in the Claude G. Perkins Living and Learning Center at Virginia Union University.

Kemba Smith Pradia’s journey from a college student to a symbol of clemency and justice reform began when she was …

Urban Academy debuts new collection at fashion show

RVA Fashion Week’s 2023 Model of the Year, Diamond Minnetta, (left) closes the Urban Academy’s “Varsity Club” Fashion Show on Monday night at Brickwood Barbecue. photo Julianne Tripp Hillian

Local preppy streetwear brand Urban Academy unveiled its fall collection Monday night during the “Varsity Club Fashion Show” at Brickwood …

Morningside author examines 1979 Greensboro tragedy in library talk

Author Aran Shetterly recently discussed on his book "Morningside," about the 1979 Greensboro massacre at the Library of Virginia.

Author Aran Shetterly and the Library of Virginia recently hosted a discussion on his book "Morningside," about the 1979 Greensboro …

City prepares for 47th annual Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon

The Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon is set to celebrate its 47th edition Nov. 16. Known as “America’s Friendliest Marathon,” the …

CIAA announces 2024-25 All-CIAA preseason women’s bowling team

The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association has announced the 2024-25 All-CIAA Preseason Women’s Bowling Team and Predicted Order of Finish, as …

Richmond Kickers’ Sawatzky nominated for Coach of the Year

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USL League One recently announced that Richmond Kickers’ Chief Sporting Officer and Head Coach Darren Sawatzky was nominated for the …

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