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Songs of Truth’ “Songs of Truth: An American Musical Resurrection,” featuring Desirée Roots as Sojourner Truth, was performed Saturday, Nov. 15, and Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Révéler in Carytown. The two performances featured original songs from a musical theater project and inspired by the life of Sojourner Truth. Roots and fellow cast members Kimberly Fox Knight, Wendy Miller, Wanda Fox Miller, Dale Heiskill, Milani Hopkins, Cat Johnson and Sir Rome were accompanied by a band led by Weldon Hill, bringing the abolitionist’s story to life through a fusion of gospel, blues, jazz and Americana. Sojourner Truth’s sixth-generation great-granddaughter Barbara Allen, attended the performances. DKeni B. Fine, creator of Songs of Truth, and Desirée Roots, portraying Sojourner Truth, dance on stage while Sir Rome, right, and Dale Heiskill, left, provide vocals. (Photos by Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

Songs of Truth’ “Songs of Truth: An American Musical Resurrection,” featuring Desirée Roots as Sojourner Truth, was performed Saturday, Nov. 15, and Tuesday, Nov. 18, …

Published on November 20, 2025
Songs of Truth’ “Songs of Truth: An American Musical Resurrection,” featuring Desirée Roots as Sojourner Truth, was performed Saturday, Nov. 15, and Tuesday, Nov. 18, at Révéler in Carytown. The two performances featured original songs from a musical theater project and inspired by the life of Sojourner Truth. Roots and fellow cast members Kimberly Fox Knight, Wendy Miller, Wanda Fox Miller, Dale Heiskill, Milani Hopkins, Cat Johnson and Sir Rome were accompanied by a band led by Weldon Hill, bringing the abolitionist’s story to life through a fusion of gospel, blues, jazz and Americana. Sojourner Truth’s sixth-generation great-granddaughter Barbara Allen, attended the performances. Desirée Roots as abolitionist Sojourner Truth. (Photos by Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

Songs of Truth’ “Songs of Truth: An American Musical Resurrection,” featuring Desirée Roots as Sojourner Truth, was performed Saturday, Nov. 15, and Tuesday, Nov. 18, …

Published on November 20, 2025
‘Giants’ excitement-Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were welcomed by cheering Richmond-area high school and college students during a pep rally for the “Giants” exhibition at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on Wednesday, Nov. 19. The couple were greeted to the stage by the All-City RPS Drum Line and answered questions about their careers as musical artists. Na’zjah Carter, 11th grade; Jazial Fitzgerald, 10th grade; and My’aria Griffith, 9th grade, cheer as Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz walk on stage at Cheek Theater at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.(Julianne Tripp Hillian/Richmond Free Press)

‘Giants’ excitement-Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz were welcomed by cheering Richmond-area high school and college students during a pep rally for the “Giants” exhibition at …

Published on November 20, 2025
Coach Parker

Coach Parker

Published on November 20, 2025

Published on November 20, 2025

Published on November 20, 2025
A pilot project at intersections within Virginia Commonwealth University installs modular curbs and new striping to tighten left-turn lanes and improve safety for pedestrians,cyclists and drivers.

A pilot project at intersections within Virginia Commonwealth University installs modular curbs and new striping to tighten left-turn lanes and improve safety for pedestrians,cyclists and …

Published on November 20, 2025
The No Pensions for Genocide campaign held a press conference Thursday, Nov. 13, outside the Virginia Retirement System building on East Main Street, urging the fund to divest from companies they say are connected to the war in Gaza.

The No Pensions for Genocide campaign held a press conference Thursday, Nov. 13, outside the Virginia Retirement System building on East Main Street, urging the …

Published on November 20, 2025
Connie Clay

Connie Clay

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Kia Player

Kia Player

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LeQuan M. Hylton is sworn in as interim Dale District supervisor Nov.12 following the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors’ vote to appoint him to the seat previously held by the late Jim Holland.

LeQuan M. Hylton is sworn in as interim Dale District supervisor Nov.12 following the Chesterfield Board of Supervisors’ vote to appoint him to the seat …

Published on November 20, 2025
Timmy Davis

Timmy Davis

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Kat Glynn and Beck Whittenton, Starbucks baristas, Olivia Geho with the Virginia Education Association and Dustin Bixler, a Starbucks barista, cheer passing cars during a “Red Cup Day” rally Nov. 13 outside the 2309 W. Broad St. Starbucks to protest what they describe as the company’s union busting and its failure to reach a union contract.

Kat Glynn and Beck Whittenton, Starbucks baristas, Olivia Geho with the Virginia Education Association and Dustin Bixler, a Starbucks barista, cheer passing cars during a …

Published on November 20, 2025
Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger at a campaign event at J.R. Tucker High School in Henrico County on June 16.

Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger at a campaign event at J.R. Tucker High School in Henrico County on June 16.

Published on November 20, 2025
The new Richmond High School for the Arts is shown under construction in August. The $140 million campus off Midlothian Turnpike is designed to serve about 1,800 students and will include facilities for dance, music, video production and other programs. Completion is expected in winter 2026.

The new Richmond High School for the Arts is shown under construction in August. The $140 million campus off Midlothian Turnpike is designed to serve …

Published on November 20, 2025
A rendering of the planned Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia in Petersburg.

A rendering of the planned Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia in Petersburg.

Published on November 20, 2025
A voter casts a ballot at the Fairfax County Government Center in 2020.

A voter casts a ballot at the Fairfax County Government Center in 2020.

Published on November 20, 2025

Published on November 20, 2025

Published on November 20, 2025
The Flying Squirrels’ new white home uniforms rock the “Squirrelly Script” chest logo, bold black and red accents and the updated roundel on the sleeve.

The Flying Squirrels’ new white home uniforms rock the “Squirrelly Script” chest logo, bold black and red accents and the updated roundel on the sleeve.

Published on November 20, 2025

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