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Mr. Robinson

Mr. Robinson

Published on May 18, 2019
Ms. Allison

Ms. Allison

Published on May 18, 2019
This 2013 photo shows a portion of the newly opened Highland Grove mixed-income apartment community in Highland Park that replaced the 60 units of public housing in what previously was known as Dove Court. The community that nestles Dove and 1st streets also replaced Carrington Gardens, a decaying privately owned apartment complex.

This 2013 photo shows a portion of the newly opened Highland Grove mixed-income apartment community in Highland Park that replaced the 60 units of public …

Published on May 18, 2019

Published on May 18, 2019
Ms. Whitaker

Ms. Whitaker

Published on May 18, 2019
Arthur L. Burton checks the fresh broccoli growing at the Willis Road garden, one of four gardens established by the Community Unity in Action coalition he leads to improve and raise overall prospects of low-income Richmond area residents.

Arthur L. Burton checks the fresh broccoli growing at the Willis Road garden, one of four gardens established by the Community Unity in Action coalition …

Published on May 18, 2019

Published on May 18, 2019

Published on May 18, 2019
Andrew C. Florance, founder and chief executive officer of CoStar Group, tells graduates about how his life changed from adversity to success during Virginia Commonwealth University’s commencement last Saturday. Nearly 5,000 students earned degrees from VCU. Commencement exercises were held for the first time at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown because the Richmond Coliseum is closed.

Andrew C. Florance, founder and chief executive officer of CoStar Group, tells graduates about how his life changed from adversity to success during Virginia Commonwealth …

Published on May 18, 2019
Andrew C. Florance, founder and chief executive officer of CoStar Group, tells graduates about how his life changed from adversity to success during Virginia Commonwealth University’s commencement last Saturday. Nearly 5,000 students earned degrees from VCU. Commencement exercises were held for the first time at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown because the Richmond Coliseum is closed.

Andrew C. Florance, founder and chief executive officer of CoStar Group, tells graduates about how his life changed from adversity to success during Virginia Commonwealth …

Published on May 18, 2019
Award-winning actor and human rights advocate Danny Glover tells Virginia Union University graduates last Saturday to make their own “contributions to the cycle of history.”

Award-winning actor and human rights advocate Danny Glover tells Virginia Union University graduates last Saturday to make their own “contributions to the cycle of history.”

Published on May 18, 2019
Barbara Radcliffe Grey, a VUU alumna and longtime director of the VUU Museum Art Galleries, is presented with an honorary degree from VUU President Hakim J. Lucas, left, and Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, chairman of the VUU Board of Trustees.

Barbara Radcliffe Grey, a VUU alumna and longtime director of the VUU Museum Art Galleries, is presented with an honorary degree from VUU President Hakim …

Published on May 18, 2019
Daylillies in The Fan (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Daylillies in The Fan (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Published on May 18, 2019
Oliver Hill Day/ The 22nd Annual Oliver Hill Day on May 10 at the Oliver Hill Courts Building. The theme: “Free Speech, Free Press, Free Society.” The event honors the memory of Mr. Hill, a lawyer and civil rights icon whose successful legal battles against racial discrimination helped end the unconstitutional doctrine of “separate but equal.” Mr. Hill’s son, Dr. Oliver W. Hill Jr., second from right, a professor at Virginia State University, was among the keynote speakers for the event hosted by the Richmond Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court. With Mr. Hill are, from right, his wife, Dr. Renee Hill, an associate professor at VSU, and her parents, retired Lt. Col. Nelson Bickley and historian Dr. Ancella Bickley. Other keynote speakers were former Richmond Circuit Court Judge Richard D. Taylor Jr. and University of Richmond law professor Jonathan K. Stubbs. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Oliver Hill Day/ The 22nd Annual Oliver Hill Day on May 10 at the Oliver Hill Courts Building. The theme: “Free Speech, Free Press, Free …

Published on May 18, 2019
Oliver Hill Day/Lamont K. Barnes, left, program coordinator with the Richmond Department of Justice Services, receives the Unsung Hero Award from attorney James M. Nachman during the 22nd Annual Oliver Hill Day on May 10 at the Oliver Hill Courts Building. The theme: “Free Speech, Free Press, Free Society.” The event honors the memory of Mr. Hill, a lawyer and civil rights icon whose successful legal battles against racial discrimination helped end the unconstitutional doctrine of “separate but equal.” (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Oliver Hill Day/Lamont K. Barnes, left, program coordinator with the Richmond Department of Justice Services, receives the Unsung Hero Award from attorney James M. Nachman …

Published on May 18, 2019
This long vacant tobacco plant at 2220 Stockton St. is being transformed into a new home for CARITAS, a nonprofit that serves people who are homeless or struggling with substance abuse. The $27 million renovation will provide a new home base for the organization led by Karen Stanley, in addition to one of the area’s largest recovery centers for female addicts. When complete and opened next spring, the building will have 160 beds for women in recovery, plus 47 apartments for women moving into the next stage of their lives. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

This long vacant tobacco plant at 2220 Stockton St. is being transformed into a new home for CARITAS, a nonprofit that serves people who are …

Published on May 18, 2019
Speaking through art/John Marshall High School students Denaisja Jones, 16, left, and Nikisha Flemming, 15, put finishing touches on a 13-week mural project at the North Side school titled, “The Voices of John Marshall.” The students participate in ART180’s after-school community program, with the mural designed and created by 15 students with the co-leadership of local artist-volunteers Austin “Auz” Miles and Justice Dwight. It is one of 16 projects ART180 has throughout the city. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Speaking through art/John Marshall High School students Denaisja Jones, 16, left, and Nikisha Flemming, 15, put finishing touches on a 13-week mural project at the …

Published on May 18, 2019

Published on May 18, 2019

Published on May 18, 2019
Shopping for wearable art: Dacia Henry, left, and Pat Smith of Richmond peruse earrings made by artist Shirley Hellms of Bremo Bluff during the 48th Annual Arts in the Park last Saturday. More than 450 artists from around the country showed off their work, which was for sale, during the event at the Carillon at Byrd Park. The show is sponsored by the Carillon Civic Association, and attracts painters, potters, photographers, jewelers and other craftspeople. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Shopping for wearable art: Dacia Henry, left, and Pat Smith of Richmond peruse earrings made by artist Shirley Hellms of Bremo Bluff during the 48th …

Published on May 11, 2019