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Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022

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Trenton Cannon

Trenton Cannon

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
As the new curator of African Art at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Dr. Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba is a widely published authority on the restitution of African art. He will lead VMFA’s research of provenance and title records of the African objects in the museum’s collection, returning works that were stolen or looted during the colonial era.

As the new curator of African Art at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Dr. Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba is a widely published authority on the …

Published on October 13, 2022
A shopper is shown at a supermarket in New York. On Thursday, Oct. 13, the U.S. government will announce what’s virtually certain to be the largest increase in Social Security benefits in 40 years. The boost is meant to allow beneficiaries to keep up with inflation, and plenty of controversy surrounds the move.

A shopper is shown at a supermarket in New York. On Thursday, Oct. 13, the U.S. government will announce what’s virtually certain to be the …

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
VUU’s Jada Byers scores a touchdown Oct. 8 in the Panthers’ win against Elizabeth City State.

VUU’s Jada Byers scores a touchdown Oct. 8 in the Panthers’ win against Elizabeth City State.

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Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Ms. Cosby

Ms. Cosby

Published on October 13, 2022
Ausar Vandross takes a photo of Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, S.C.

Ausar Vandross takes a photo of Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, S.C.

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Joseph E. “Joey” Matthews, who began lending a helping hand three years ago and today responds to calls from a volunteer network of 20 to 30 people, unloads goods to distribute to Southwood Apartments residents.

Joseph E. “Joey” Matthews, who began lending a helping hand three years ago and today responds to calls from a volunteer network of 20 to …

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Henry L. Marsh Elementary School students’ budding skills were captured on Oct. 4 during a Lobs & Lessons Afterschool program at the Peter Paul Development Center. Coaching them was Crystal Hernandez, a VCU senior intern, who is majoring in health, physical education and exercise science.

Henry L. Marsh Elementary School students’ budding skills were captured on Oct. 4 during a Lobs & Lessons Afterschool program at the Peter Paul Development …

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Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Doc Rivers speaks with Danuel House after practice Sept. 27 on the first day of the 76ers NBA basketball training camp at the McAlister Field House on the campus of The Citadel in Charleston, S.C.

Philadelphia 76ers Head Coach Doc Rivers speaks with Danuel House after practice Sept. 27 on the first day of the 76ers NBA basketball training camp …

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The New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge connects Oct. 4 for a solo home run, his 62nd of the season, as Texas Rangers catcher Sam Huff and umpire Randy Rosenberg watch in the first inning of the second baseball game of a doubleheader in Arlington, Texas. With the home run, Judge set the AL record for home runs in a season, passing Roger Maris.

The New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge connects Oct. 4 for a solo home run, his 62nd of the season, as Texas Rangers catcher Sam Huff …

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Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Da’Quan Felton

Da’Quan Felton

Published on October 13, 2022
Virginia State University’s “Trojan Explosion” Marching Band performs during its homecoming against Bowie State University on Oct. 8.

Virginia State University’s “Trojan Explosion” Marching Band performs during its homecoming against Bowie State University on Oct. 8.

Published on October 13, 2022
Members of Virginia State University’s Marching Band practice music and high-stepping routines before the school’s recent homecoming game. Taylor Whitehead is the interim band director for Virginia State University’s 120- member marching band, known as the “Trojan Explosion.”

Members of Virginia State University’s Marching Band practice music and high-stepping routines before the school’s recent homecoming game. Taylor Whitehead is the interim band director …

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Mr. Flowers

Mr. Flowers

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Ms. Travers

Ms. Travers

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Alphonzo Billups

Alphonzo Billups

Published on October 13, 2022
In the renovated Abner Clay Park in Historic Jackson Ward following the rededication and ribbon-cutting Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, the 3-year- old great-great-grandson of Mr. Clay, Oliver Clay Glasby, takes advantage of the spacious park just as his great-great- grandfather would want him to do.

In the renovated Abner Clay Park in Historic Jackson Ward following the rededication and ribbon-cutting Friday, Oct. 7, 2022, the 3-year- old great-great-grandson of Mr. …

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Numerous lights were installed for the 20th Annual Gabriel Gathering on Monday at the reclaimed Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground. “We Are Gabriel” helps to shine a light on the story of slave rebellion leader Gabriel, presented by Recontextual- izing Richmond & Sacred Ground Project. The commemoration was hosted by Sacred Ground Historical Reclamation Project of the Virginia Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality.

Numerous lights were installed for the 20th Annual Gabriel Gathering on Monday at the reclaimed Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground. “We Are Gabriel” helps to …

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Virginia Union University celebrated homecoming in grand style Oct. 8 at Lanier Field/Hovey Stadium. The Panthers football team continued its winning streak, beating Elizabeth City State 49-0, while the band, cheerleaders and camera-ready alumni kept the crowd of nearly 8,000 moving amid sunny skies and warm smiles.

Virginia Union University celebrated homecoming in grand style Oct. 8 at Lanier Field/Hovey Stadium. The Panthers football team continued its winning streak, beating Elizabeth City …

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Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
Blessing Williams is pulled on stage to jam with The Legendary Ingramettes on Oct. 8 during their performance at the Richmond Folk Festival.

Blessing Williams is pulled on stage to jam with The Legendary Ingramettes on Oct. 8 during their performance at the Richmond Folk Festival.

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022

Published on October 13, 2022
The 60th Reunion Planning Committee of the Maggie L. Walker High School Class of 1962 are from left, Jane Crittenden Talley, George T. Bennett, Margie Rasberry Booker, Rose Beech Graham, and Stephanie Crittenden Cason.

The 60th Reunion Planning Committee of the Maggie L. Walker High School Class of 1962 are from left, Jane Crittenden Talley, George T. Bennett, Margie …

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Cabbage patching at Shalom Farms in North Side

Cabbage patching at Shalom Farms in North Side

Published on October 13, 2022
Maggie L. Walker High School’s 59 members of the Class of 1962 attended their final formal reunion on Saturday, Oct. 8, at “The Gathering Place/Around the Table,” an Ashland Soul Food restaurant. Joining the classmates were 47 guests. In this photo, class member Thomasina Haskins Mencer, of Baton Rouge, center, enjoyed conversation with her husband left, Ernest Mencer of Baton Rouge, and a classmate’s husband, Wilbert Talley of Richmond.

Maggie L. Walker High School’s 59 members of the Class of 1962 attended their final formal reunion on Saturday, Oct. 8, at “The Gathering Place/Around …

Published on October 13, 2022
Asked why they will no longer host a class reunion, Jane Crittenden Talley promptly replied, “We’re old and many of us — between 78-80 years old — have various ailments.” Planning a reunion is hard work and many on the committee have done it since 1972, beginning with their first reunion and hosting a celebration every five years after. The group’s last formal reunion is a happy and sad occasion, Mrs. Talley said, adding that the group will continue to gather informally for future celebrations.

Asked why they will no longer host a class reunion, Jane Crittenden Talley promptly replied, “We’re old and many of us — between 78-80 years …

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“Each year on Oct. 10, the Sacred Ground Project hosts a community gathering at the African Burial Ground to mark the date in 1800 when the great slave rebellion leader Gabriel was executed at the town gallows,” said Ana Edwards, founder and chair of the project. “We gather to honor Gabriel and all those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom, to celebrate more than 20 years of learning the history of this sacred ground and to rededicate ourselves to reclaiming and properly memorializing Shockoe Bottom once the epicenter of the U.S. domestic slave trade. This year we also are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Virginia Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality!”

“Each year on Oct. 10, the Sacred Ground Project hosts a community gathering at the African Burial Ground to mark the date in 1800 when …

Published on October 13, 2022
Hailing from New Orleans, the 79rs Gang brought its revolutionary sounds and riveting performance to the Richmond Folk Festival. On Mardi Gras Day in New Orleans, the city’s Black Masking Carnival gangs enact ritualistic musical battles in the streets, decked out in impossibly colorful, intricate costumery. Rivalries were put aside when Jermaine Bossier, Big Chief of the 7th Ward Creole Hunters, and Romeo Bougere, Big Chief of the 9th Ward Hunters, teamed up to form the musical powerhouse 79rs Gang. Folk Festival attendees enjoyed the 79rs and several other musical acts during this year’s festival. Hurry back!

Hailing from New Orleans, the 79rs Gang brought its revolutionary sounds and riveting performance to the Richmond Folk Festival. On Mardi Gras Day in New …

Published on October 13, 2022