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Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021
Members of the Astoria Beneficial Club honor the legacy of Bill “Bojangles” Robinson during its annual commemoration held last Saturday at the statue of Mr. Robinson at Leigh and Adams streets in Jackson Ward. The men’s club put the statue in place in 1973 to recognize Mr. Robinson, a Richmond native who rose to international acclaim as a tap dancer and entertainer, because of his impact on his hometown. In 1933, Mr. Robinson purchased a traffic light for $1,400 to be placed at the intersection where his statue now stands after witnessing the danger faced by African-American children trying to cross the busy street. During his lifetime, Mr. Robinson worked for racial equality and civil rights, including more equitable treatment of Black soldiers during World War II and more diverse police departments.

Members of the Astoria Beneficial Club honor the legacy of Bill “Bojangles” Robinson during its annual commemoration held last Saturday at the statue of Mr. …

Published on July 1, 2021
Cityscape: Slices of life and scenes in Richmond/This is one of two 160-foot banners now covering the sides of Richmond City Hall that promote city youths and their ambitions for bright futures. This one features Ta’Dreama McBride, with the second to carry the image of Clyde Walker, both city high school students and leaders in RISE for Youth. The art project, called “Freedom Constellations,” is being officially unveiled and celebrated at noon Thursday, July 1, with a program on the plaza of the city Social Services Building at 9th and Marshall streets across from City Hall.

Cityscape: Slices of life and scenes in Richmond/This is one of two 160-foot banners now covering the sides of Richmond City Hall that promote city …

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021
In this courtroom sketch, Hennepin County, Minn., District Judge Peter Cahill presides over the June 25 sentencing hearing for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was found guilty in April of murder in the death of George Floyd in May 2020.

In this courtroom sketch, Hennepin County, Minn., District Judge Peter Cahill presides over the June 25 sentencing hearing for former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, …

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on July 1, 2021

Published on June 24, 2021
VMFA movies on the lawn/Moviegoers arrive at the museum last Friday to view another art form ­— Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ showing of the 2012 film, “Beasts of the Southern Wild.” It was the first in an outdoor film series sponsored at the VMFA and inspired by its current exhibit, “The Dirty South: Contemporary Art, Material Culture and the Sonic Impulse.” Valerie Cassel Oliver, the Sydney and Frances Lewis Family Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at VMFA and curator of the exhibit, welcomed the crowd to the screening, which began shortly after 9 p.m.

VMFA movies on the lawn/Moviegoers arrive at the museum last Friday to view another art form ­— Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ showing of the …

Published on June 24, 2021
Zinnias and Bojangles in Jackson Ward

Zinnias and Bojangles in Jackson Ward

Published on June 24, 2021
Claudia Clarke raises her fist in a show of support and solidarity with the messages delivered by local leaders at the “Love and Legacy Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration” at the Landing at Fountain Lake in Byrd Park The event, organized by Sherri Robinson of ShowLove LLC, featured music, dance, entertainment, children’s activities and information about community resources.

Claudia Clarke raises her fist in a show of support and solidarity with the messages delivered by local leaders at the “Love and Legacy Juneteenth …

Published on June 24, 2021

Published on June 24, 2021
People of all ages enjoyed live music, including the sounds of Plunky Branch, food, games and activities for youngsters, historical interpreters and a car club expo at Juneteenth at Dorey Park in Eastern Henrico County. Four-year-old Milaya Woodly glides down a giant slide.

People of all ages enjoyed live music, including the sounds of Plunky Branch, food, games and activities for youngsters, historical interpreters and a car club …

Published on June 24, 2021
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, left, and Mayor Levar M. Stoney embrace in a show of unity after the senator’s remarks and introduction of the mayor during the “Love and Legacy Juneteenth Jubilee Celebration” at the Landing at Fountain Lake in Byrd Park. The event, organized by Sherri Robinson of ShowLove LLC, featured music, dance, entertainment, children’s activities and information about community resources.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, left, and Mayor Levar M. Stoney embrace in a show of unity after the senator’s remarks and introduction of the mayor …

Published on June 24, 2021
More than 1,000 people relaxed on the lawn of Virginia Union University, enjoying the sounds of local gospel groups at “Juneteenth: Sounds of Freedom Celebration” on Saturday evening. The event was sponsored by the new Hezekiah Walker Center for Gospel Music at VUU. Below, Marcus Orr of Ashland joins in with his tambourine.

More than 1,000 people relaxed on the lawn of Virginia Union University, enjoying the sounds of local gospel groups at “Juneteenth: Sounds of Freedom Celebration” …

Published on June 24, 2021
More than 1,000 people relaxed on the lawn of Virginia Union University, enjoying the sounds of local gospel groups at “Juneteenth: Sounds of Freedom Celebration” on Saturday evening. Highlights included performances by the Grammy Award-winning Hezekiah Walker, above, and the VUU Choir, led by David Bratton.

More than 1,000 people relaxed on the lawn of Virginia Union University, enjoying the sounds of local gospel groups at “Juneteenth: Sounds of Freedom Celebration” …

Published on June 24, 2021
Barbara Payton of Barb’s Blooms stands among the festive flowers in her booth at the RVA Black Farmers Market on Saturday at 1700 Blair St. in the city’s West End.

Barbara Payton of Barb’s Blooms stands among the festive flowers in her booth at the RVA Black Farmers Market on Saturday at 1700 Blair St. …

Published on June 24, 2021