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Budding delights in North Side

Budding delights in North Side

Published on May 19, 2022
Richmond city workers lay asphalt across the pavement in the 4600 block of West Broad Street last Saturday. The re-pavement is one part of the City of Richmond’s Streetscape project, which began in April and is estimated to be completed by the fall of 2023. Planned changes include improved sidewalk accessibility for wheelchair users, those with visual impairments and others, new greenery and street furniture and other additions and constructions aimed at pedestrian and traffic safety.

Richmond city workers lay asphalt across the pavement in the 4600 block of West Broad Street last Saturday. The re-pavement is one part of the …

Published on May 19, 2022
Malakai Sellers helps Melody Sellers try on his baseball cap during the 2022 Virginia State University Commencement ceremony last Saturday. The two were with family to see the graduation ceremony.

Malakai Sellers helps Melody Sellers try on his baseball cap during the 2022 Virginia State University Commencement ceremony last Saturday. The two were with family …

Published on May 19, 2022

Published on May 19, 2022

Published on May 19, 2022
VCU’s spring 2022 commencement ceremony drew thousands of excited family members and friends last Saturday to the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

VCU’s spring 2022 commencement ceremony drew thousands of excited family members and friends last Saturday to the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Published on May 19, 2022
During graduation ceremonies last Satruday, keynote speaker and VCU alumna Charlotte Moss tells graduates to never lose the desire to help others with the skills they earned at VCU.

During graduation ceremonies last Satruday, keynote speaker and VCU alumna Charlotte Moss tells graduates to never lose the desire to help others with the skills …

Published on May 19, 2022
Makayla Taylor, left, and Searra Wiggins intently follow the commencement program.

Makayla Taylor, left, and Searra Wiggins intently follow the commencement program.

Published on May 12, 2022
Zahria Brandon, center left, adjusts the academic hood of Taylor Robinson during Hampton University’s commencement last Sunday at the HU Convocation Center.

Zahria Brandon, center left, adjusts the academic hood of Taylor Robinson during Hampton University’s commencement last Sunday at the HU Convocation Center.

Published on May 12, 2022
Rashida Jones, president of MSNBC and a 2002 graduate of Hampton University, receives the Outstanding 20-Year Alumna Award.

Rashida Jones, president of MSNBC and a 2002 graduate of Hampton University, receives the Outstanding 20-Year Alumna Award.

Published on May 12, 2022
Dr. William R. “Bill” Harvey offers words of advice to graduates during his final commencement as Hampton University’s president. He is retiring in June after 44 years at the helm.

Dr. William R. “Bill” Harvey offers words of advice to graduates during his final commencement as Hampton University’s president. He is retiring in June after …

Published on May 12, 2022
Newly commissioned Army ROTC officers, from left, Desiree Alford, Willie Bright and Monteau Jones smile during Norfolk State University’s commencement last Saturday at Echols Memorial Hall Arena.

Newly commissioned Army ROTC officers, from left, Desiree Alford, Willie Bright and Monteau Jones smile during Norfolk State University’s commencement last Saturday at Echols Memorial …

Published on May 12, 2022
Norfolk State University commencement speaker and actor Keith David, second from right, is all smiles after receiving the Presidential Medallion during the ceremony last Saturday. With him are, from left, NSU Rector and 2000 NSU graduate Devon M. Henry, chief executive officer and president of Team Henry Enterprises, the contracting firm that removed the Confederate statues from Richmond’s Monument Avenue; NSU President Javaune Adams-Gaston and Provost DoVeanna Fulton.

Norfolk State University commencement speaker and actor Keith David, second from right, is all smiles after receiving the Presidential Medallion during the ceremony last Saturday. …

Published on May 12, 2022
Tyonna Parker of Washington, D.C., a chemistry major who also minored in mathematics, takes a quick selfie during the ceremony. VUU President Hakim J. Lucas asked students to pause and take a selfie and tag themselves on social media.

Tyonna Parker of Washington, D.C., a chemistry major who also minored in mathematics, takes a quick selfie during the ceremony. VUU President Hakim J. Lucas …

Published on May 12, 2022
Members of the graduating class march into the stadium at the start of last Saturday’s 123rd Commencement exercises. It was the first in-person commencement at VUU since 2019, and graduates of the classes of 2020 and 2021 also marched.

Members of the graduating class march into the stadium at the start of last Saturday’s 123rd Commencement exercises. It was the first in-person commencement at …

Published on May 12, 2022
Dr. Lucille M. Brown, an Armstrong High School graduate, 1950 graduate of VUU, member of the VUU Board of Trustees and former superintendent of Richmond Public Schools, is give a motorized escort by campus police to the commencement exercises at Hovey Stadium.

Dr. Lucille M. Brown, an Armstrong High School graduate, 1950 graduate of VUU, member of the VUU Board of Trustees and former superintendent of Richmond …

Published on May 12, 2022
Anthony Samuels of Trenton, N.J., gets close to the podium to photograph his daughter, VUU valedictorian Brielle Le’Shay Samuels, as she spoke during the ceremony. Tears of pride and joy streamed down his cheeks as he captured the moment.

Anthony Samuels of Trenton, N.J., gets close to the podium to photograph his daughter, VUU valedictorian Brielle Le’Shay Samuels, as she spoke during the ceremony. …

Published on May 12, 2022
Social activist Tamika D. Mallory, who delivered the commencement address, smiles after receiving an honorary degree. She is flanked by Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, left, chairman of the VUU Board of Trustees, and VUU President Hakim J. Lucas.

Social activist Tamika D. Mallory, who delivered the commencement address, smiles after receiving an honorary degree. She is flanked by Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson, left, …

Published on May 12, 2022
Peonies on South Side

Peonies on South Side

Published on May 12, 2022
Downed tree limbs are piled along Main Street behind the Main Library in Downtown after brisk winds and heavy rain pummeled the city May 6. Friday Cheers and other outdoor events were canceled, and some schools closed early after the U.S. Weather Service included Richmond in a tornado watch. No twisters developed, but more than an inch of rain soaked the area during the storm.

Downed tree limbs are piled along Main Street behind the Main Library in Downtown after brisk winds and heavy rain pummeled the city May 6. …

Published on May 12, 2022