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'In the Sun Again'/ Me’Kel Williams leads a cardio hip-hop session during the Robinson Theater Community Arts Center’s “In The Sun Again Community Block Party” last Friday at the Church Hill center. Mr. Williams demonstrated the workout he leads weekly at the center, where he is assistant director. The block party continues the theater’s efforts to be a place that creates connections between residents and supports diversity and inclusion. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

'In the Sun Again'/ Me’Kel Williams leads a cardio hip-hop session during the Robinson Theater Community Arts Center’s “In The Sun Again Community Block Party” …

Published on June 21, 2019
Learning the ropes/ Many youngsters dream of being firefighters when they grow up. Ralph Lee Harris III got to live out the dream during Richmond Fire Station 21’s Community Day event last Saturday at the station, 2505 Jefferson Davis Highway. Dressed out, the youngster helps Firefighter Brianna Robinson of Engine Co. 11 during a hose drill. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Learning the ropes/ Many youngsters dream of being firefighters when they grow up. Ralph Lee Harris III got to live out the dream during Richmond …

Published on June 21, 2019
Learning the ropes/ Many youngsters dream of being firefighters when they grow up. Ralph Lee Harris III got to live out the dream during Richmond Fire Station 21’s Community Day event last Saturday at the station, 2505 Jefferson Davis Highway. Oscar Escobar, field operations supervisor with the Richmond Ambulance Authority, instructs Delisia Johnson on the correct way to do chest compressions during CPR. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Learning the ropes/ Many youngsters dream of being firefighters when they grow up. Ralph Lee Harris III got to live out the dream during Richmond …

Published on June 21, 2019
Pool's open! Gianni Harris, 7, jumps into the Battery Park pool Saturday to enjoy the cool water with family and friends. The joyful noise and splashes of youngsters marked the official opening last weekend of the City of Richmond’s seven outdoor swimming pools. (Clement Britt/Richmond Free Press)

Pool's open! Gianni Harris, 7, jumps into the Battery Park pool Saturday to enjoy the cool water with family and friends. The joyful noise and …

Published on June 21, 2019
Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at the Manchester Dock. The three-day event, organized by the Elegba Folklore Society and its founder, Janine Y. Bell, marks the date on June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom after the defeat of the Confederates and Union forces took control of that state. Richmond’s celebration included educational sessions for people of all ages to learn about Africans brought to this nation 400 years ago and their struggles and contributions. At Saturday’s events, called “Independence Day Our Way,” Mary Williams sits in reflection at the site, which once served as a landing point for slave ships on the James River. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press).

Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at the Manchester …

Published on June 21, 2019
Celebrating Juneteenth/ Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at the Manchester Dock. The three-day event, organized by the Elegba Folklore Society and its founder, Janine Y. Bell, marks the date on June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom after the defeat of the Confederates and Union forces took control of that state. Richmond’s celebration included educational sessions for people of all ages to learn about Africans brought to this nation 400 years ago and their struggles and contributions. At Saturday’s events, called “Independence Day Our Way,” Dr. W. Neal Holmes, an adjunct political science professor at Virginia Union and Virginia State universities, offers lessons in a learning circle. Dr. Holmes facilitates a monthly study group at the Elegba Folklore Society, 101 E. Broad St. in Downtown. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Celebrating Juneteenth/ Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at …

Published on June 21, 2019
Celebrating Juneteenth/ Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at the Manchester Dock. The three-day event, organized by the Elegba Folklore Society and its founder, Janine Y. Bell, marks the date on June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom after the defeat of the Confederates and Union forces took control of that state. Richmond’s celebration included educational sessions for people of all ages to learn about Africans brought to this nation 400 years ago and their struggles and contributions. At Saturday’s events, called “Independence Day Our Way,” Imani Bell, left, teaches youngsters African dances with the accompaniment of drummers. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Celebrating Juneteenth/ Hundreds of people enjoy activities last Saturday at “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” on the waterfront of the James River in South Side at …

Published on June 21, 2019
Cone flowers in North Side (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Cone flowers in North Side (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Published on June 21, 2019
Call it a brand new look for the site of the former Armstrong High School in the 1600 block of North 31st Street in the East End, where these nearly complete apartments now line the street. In all, 105 units are under construction in the first phase of what is called Church Hill North, including 60 family units and 45 senior apartments. Over time, 256 units, including some single-family homes, are to be part of the new mixed-income community. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Call it a brand new look for the site of the former Armstrong High School in the 1600 block of North 31st Street in the …

Published on June 21, 2019
The big reveal/ Ahkbar Jordan, 6, reacts to seeing how his face was painted by artist Kenita Wooten last Saturday during “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” at Manchester Dock in South Side. The three-day festival featured a bevy of fun and educational events. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

The big reveal/ Ahkbar Jordan, 6, reacts to seeing how his face was painted by artist Kenita Wooten last Saturday during “Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration” …

Published on June 21, 2019

Published on June 21, 2019

Published on June 21, 2019
The spray-painted letters on this GRTC bench at 23rd and East Franklin streets prompted a reader’s complaint (see below) about graffiti marring seating for riders.

The spray-painted letters on this GRTC bench at 23rd and East Franklin streets prompted a reader’s complaint (see below) about graffiti marring seating for riders.

Published on June 21, 2019

Published on June 21, 2019
Dr. Epp

Dr. Epp

Published on June 21, 2019
Dr. Watson

Dr. Watson

Published on June 21, 2019
Juwan Howard

Juwan Howard

Published on June 21, 2019

Published on June 21, 2019
Kawhi Leonard leads the celebration as the Toronto Raptors parade through a sea of adoring fans Monday after upsetting the Golden State Warriors to secure their first NBA title.

Kawhi Leonard leads the celebration as the Toronto Raptors parade through a sea of adoring fans Monday after upsetting the Golden State Warriors to secure …

Published on June 21, 2019

Published on June 21, 2019