Richmond educator, church leader recognized-Joan Belle Christian looks on during the street renaming ceremony in Jackson Ward on Saturday, Nov. 8. The event honored her lifelong dedication to education and community advocacy as well as to mentoring young leaders across Richmond. Below, the 1600 block of South Meadow Street is now Dr. Joan Belle Christian Street, honoring her decades of service to Richmond’s schools and community. (Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)
