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Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture and community. From traditional Appalachian tunes to global rhythms, the event once again brought together artists and audiences from across the world. The annual event is one of the region’s most anticipated weekends. Attendees enjoy a performance at the festival on Brown’s Island. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture …

Published on October 16, 2025
Rhythms on the riverfront-Meta & the Cornerstones performs at the Richmond Folk Festival on Brown’s Island. The festival kicked off its 21st year Friday with music, food and large crowds. The music continued Saturday and Sunday, starting at noon each day. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Rhythms on the riverfront-Meta & the Cornerstones performs at the Richmond Folk Festival on Brown’s Island. The festival kicked off its 21st year Friday with …

Published on October 16, 2025
Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture and community. From traditional Appalachian tunes to global rhythms, the event once again brought together artists and audiences from across the world. The annual event is one of the region’s most anticipated weekends. Known for their hits “Walking in Rhythm” and “Rock Creek Park,” the Blackbyrds perform on Saturday. Formed in the early 1970s at Howard University under the guidance of jazz trumpeter Donald Byrd, the group became known for blending jazz, funk and soul.(Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture …

Published on October 16, 2025
Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture and community. From traditional Appalachian tunes to global rhythms, the event once again brought together artists and audiences from across the world. The annual event is one of the region’s most anticipated weekends. Sampson Sinquah performs a Hopi hoop dance with the Sinquah Family Dancers during the 21st annual Richmond Folk Festival. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Celebrating sound, spirit and tradition-Thousands of people filled Brown’s Island and the riverfront for this year’s Richmond Folk Festival, a three-day celebration of music, culture …

Published on October 16, 2025
Pigeon Island at Fountain Lake in Byrd Park (Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

Pigeon Island at Fountain Lake in Byrd Park (Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

Published on October 16, 2025
Remembering a Legacy of Faith-After a ceremony Saturday at 3200 E. Broad St., a street sign dedicated to the Rev. Edward Daniel McCreary Jr. was unveiled. He led Mount Carmel Baptist Church for 34 years and impacted Richmond through his ministry and role as a seminary professor at Virginia Union University. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Remembering a Legacy of Faith-After a ceremony Saturday at 3200 E. Broad St., a street sign dedicated to the Rev. Edward Daniel McCreary Jr. was …

Published on October 16, 2025
Cityscape-Slices of life and scenes in Richmond-Artist Jason Ford paints a mural Oct. 1 at Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market in Richmond as part of Fairtrade America’s national mural series for Fairtrade Month. The campaign highlights the often unseen farmers and workers who grow everyday products such as coffee, cocoa and bananas while drawing attention to the challenges they face from unfair trade practices. Ellwood Thompson’s was selected along with two other stores in Coralville, Iowa, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to participate in the project. The mural depicts Sierra Leone cocoa farmer Aminata Sannoh, whose cocoa is used by Hu Kitchen chocolate sold at Ellwood Thompson’s. Hu Kitchen, Fairtrade America, Ellwood Thompson’s and Ford will host Fairtrade Fest Oct. 18, when they will officially unveil the mural. (Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

Cityscape-Slices of life and scenes in Richmond-Artist Jason Ford paints a mural Oct. 1 at Ellwood Thompson’s Local Market in Richmond as part of Fairtrade …

Published on October 16, 2025
Coach Blow

Coach Blow

Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025
Suzi Lindquist, a Henrico High School graduate now playing in France, will represent the United States at the Women’s World Floorball Championships in Czechia on Dec. 6. Lindquist, pictured in Paris, began her athletic journey on local ice rinks and field hockey fields.

Suzi Lindquist, a Henrico High School graduate now playing in France, will represent the United States at the Women’s World Floorball Championships in Czechia on …

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Las Vegas Aces center A’ja Wilson reacts after a play against the Phoenix Mercury during the second half of Game 3 of the WNBA basketball finals, Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Las Vegas Aces center A’ja Wilson reacts after a play against the Phoenix Mercury during the second half of Game 3 of the WNBA basketball …

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Bishop Barber

Bishop Barber

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Ebony Walden, creator and host of the upcoming docuseries “Black Beyond Borders,” which explores culture, connection and cuisine across the African diaspora.

Ebony Walden, creator and host of the upcoming docuseries “Black Beyond Borders,” which explores culture, connection and cuisine across the African diaspora.

Published on October 16, 2025
Diorama of the Chocó–Darién rainforest at the Science Museum of Virginia, part of the touring exhibition “The Power of Poison,” which explores the natural and mythical world of venom and poison.

Diorama of the Chocó–Darién rainforest at the Science Museum of Virginia, part of the touring exhibition “The Power of Poison,” which explores the natural and …

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Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025
Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger are running for governor. Earle-Sears is the current lieutenant governor. Spanberger previously served in Congress.

Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger are running for governor. Earle-Sears is the current lieutenant governor. Spanberger previously served in Congress.

Published on October 16, 2025
Recent graduates gather Friday for a group photo during the ceremony marking the completion of the city’s first community-based workforce development program, a partnership between the City of Richmond, LIUNA and Kirila Construction Services.

Recent graduates gather Friday for a group photo during the ceremony marking the completion of the city’s first community-based workforce development program, a partnership between …

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James Holland

James Holland

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Roland Martin

Roland Martin

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Richmond City Councilor Reva Trammell (center) failed to garner enough votes for her proposal to lower the city’s real estate tax rate in response to rising property values.

Richmond City Councilor Reva Trammell (center) failed to garner enough votes for her proposal to lower the city’s real estate tax rate in response to …

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D’Angelo attends club performance at Area 51 of Dirty Souls, a rap duo formed by his cousins, in 1991.

D’Angelo attends club performance at Area 51 of Dirty Souls, a rap duo formed by his cousins, in 1991.

Published on October 16, 2025
Armstrong High School is shown July 9 as Richmond Public Schools officials recommend keeping its name despite a proposal from John F. Kennedy alumni to rename it Armstrong-Kennedy High School.

Armstrong High School is shown July 9 as Richmond Public Schools officials recommend keeping its name despite a proposal from John F. Kennedy alumni to …

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Community members share ideas about Richmond’s future during the launch of the Mayoral Action Plan at City Hall’s Observation Deck on Wednesday.

Community members share ideas about Richmond’s future during the launch of the Mayoral Action Plan at City Hall’s Observation Deck on Wednesday.

Published on October 16, 2025
Mayor Danny Avula speaks Wednesday, Oct. 15, on the City’s Observation Deck during the launch of the city’s Mayoral Action Plan.

Mayor Danny Avula speaks Wednesday, Oct. 15, on the City’s Observation Deck during the launch of the city’s Mayoral Action Plan.

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RFP file photo

RFP file photo

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Rev. Jones

Rev. Jones

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Artist George Ferrandi’s illuminated Jump!Star sculptures will take center stage during InLight 2025: Super!Giant!Jump!Star!, Oct. 17–18 at Abner Clay Park.

Artist George Ferrandi’s illuminated Jump!Star sculptures will take center stage during InLight 2025: Super!Giant!Jump!Star!, Oct. 17–18 at Abner Clay Park.

Published on October 16, 2025

Published on October 16, 2025