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Published on January 6, 2022
More than 200 white flags representing the number of Richmonders who had died at that point from COVID-19 were placed outside New Kingdom Christian Ministries on Dill Avenue in Highland Park in early March. The church held a candlelight vigil March 6 outside the church in memory of loved ones lost. Several people spoke about the impact of COVID-19 on their lives and the lives of their loved ones. Others watched the ceremony virtually.

More than 200 white flags representing the number of Richmonders who had died at that point from COVID-19 were placed outside New Kingdom Christian Ministries …

Published on January 6, 2022
Jada Foreman, an Atlee High School junior and track field star, poses Feb. 26 with the many pairs of track shoes she carries around so she can be ready for any situation. The 17-year-old won five individual events in the Region 5B track & field meet, helping lead the Hanover County school to win the title.

Jada Foreman, an Atlee High School junior and track field star, poses Feb. 26 with the many pairs of track shoes she carries around so …

Published on January 6, 2022
Cruz Sherman, founder of Men in Action, leads a prayer outside the apartment complex as those assembled hold up three fingers in honor of the infant who was killed. The stop the violence rally was held May 1.

Cruz Sherman, founder of Men in Action, leads a prayer outside the apartment complex as those assembled hold up three fingers in honor of the …

Published on January 6, 2022
Andre Tolleris waves a banner to the honks of drivers passing by the Lee statue on Monument Avenue after a jury found a former Minneapolis Police officer Derek Chauvin guilty of the murder of George Floyd on April 20. The Lee statue on Richmond’s Monument Avenue had become a rallying point for large protests against police brutality and racial injustice following Mr. Floyd’s death in May 2020.

Andre Tolleris waves a banner to the honks of drivers passing by the Lee statue on Monument Avenue after a jury found a former Minneapolis …

Published on January 6, 2022
A marijuana plant being grown at the Green Leaf Medical facility in South Side has reached the flowering stage, producing tiny crystals called tricomes that are harvested for medicinal oils THC and CBD. The facility was the second medical marijuana dispensary to open in the state.

A marijuana plant being grown at the Green Leaf Medical facility in South Side has reached the flowering stage, producing tiny crystals called tricomes that …

Published on January 6, 2022
The huge statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is carefully lowered to the ground by workers, where it was cut in half for transport by truck to state storage. Gov. Ralph S. Northam had ordered the state-owned statue to come down in July 2020, but court challenges held up its removal until Sept. 8, 2021.

The huge statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee is carefully lowered to the ground by workers, where it was cut in half for transport …

Published on January 6, 2022
Pallbearers accompany the casket shared by Sharnez Hill, 30, and her 3-month-old daughter, Neziah Hill, after their funeral May 8 at United Nations Church in South Side, where hundreds of mourners paid their final respects. The mother and daughter were shot and killed April 27, and three other people, including 11- and 15-year- old girls, were wounded outside the Belt Atlantic Apartments in South Side by young men shooting at each other across the apartment complex courtyard.

Pallbearers accompany the casket shared by Sharnez Hill, 30, and her 3-month-old daughter, Neziah Hill, after their funeral May 8 at United Nations Church in …

Published on January 6, 2022
Two 12-foot bronze statues comprising the Emancipation and Freedom Monument are unveiled and dedicated during a ceremony Sept. 22 before several hundred people at Brown’s Island in Downtown.

Two 12-foot bronze statues comprising the Emancipation and Freedom Monument are unveiled and dedicated during a ceremony Sept. 22 before several hundred people at Brown’s …

Published on January 6, 2022
Award-winning musician and Virginia Beach native Pharrell Williams is overcome with emotion Dec. 11 as he is made an honorary member of the Norfolk State University Spartan Legion Marching Band and presented with a framed band uniform by NSU President Javaune Adams- Gaston. Mr. Williams delivered the commencement address to the university’s fall graduates. He also was awarded an honorary doctorate during the ceremony at NSU’s Joseph G. Echols Hall.

Award-winning musician and Virginia Beach native Pharrell Williams is overcome with emotion Dec. 11 as he is made an honorary member of the Norfolk State …

Published on January 6, 2022
Keisha Spearman, 45, uses her cellphone camera to document her daughter, London, 5, getting her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Fairfield Middle School in Henrico County on Nov. 13.The Henrico and Richmond school districts partnered with area health districts to host inoculation clinics for youngsters ages 5 to 11 after federal officials gave the green light for the vaccine to be administered to children.

Keisha Spearman, 45, uses her cellphone camera to document her daughter, London, 5, getting her first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Fairfield Middle School …

Published on January 6, 2022
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, center, listens as Virginia elected officials detail how Jackson Ward was dissected by the construction of Interstate 95. With him on the walking tour of the Richmond neighborhood on Dec. 3 are from left, U.S. Rep. A. Donald McEachin, U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, Gov. Ralph S. Northam, Mayor Levar M. Stoney and U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine.

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, center, listens as Virginia elected officials detail how Jackson Ward was dissected by the construction of Interstate 95. With …

Published on January 6, 2022
Dr. Reid

Dr. Reid

Published on January 6, 2022

Published on January 6, 2022
A key element of Richmond’s drinking water supply system is undergoing about $54 million in major improvements. These photos document the construction underway at the historic Byrd Park Reservoir that first went into service 145 years ago to supply water to the city and surrounding counties. The purpose of the work: To keep the 55 million-gallon storage facility functional. The city Department of Public Utilities is projecting to spend $60 million to cover all costs, about $7 million more than anticipated when the project was first envisioned four years ago. So far, about $4.7 million has been spent on inspections, planning and design, DPU has reported. Opened in 1876, the reservoir is located on the east side of Blanton Avenue and is bounded by Grant Street and Police Memorial Way.

A key element of Richmond’s drinking water supply system is undergoing about $54 million in major improvements. These photos document the construction underway at the …

Published on January 6, 2022
Lt. Nazario

Lt. Nazario

Published on January 6, 2022

Published on January 6, 2022

Published on January 6, 2022
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bell hooks

Published on January 6, 2022

Published on January 6, 2022