Richmond Public Schools teacher Rebecca McCray, poses with fifth-grader Jha’Ny after being named RPS Teacher of the Year on Dec. 8. The surprise announcement at Oak Grove-Bellemeade Elementary included Superintendent Jason Kamras, School Board members and cheering students and staff.

Richmond city lights up for the holidays, as seen from the Belvedere Bridge. The tradition of lighting the skyline returned on Dec. 6.

Seasonal signs in North Side