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Richmond Heritage Federal Credit Union marks its 87th birthday with a tour of the city on Saturday, April 29. The tour will feature trolleys and the River City Riderz’s fancy Polaris Slingshot three-wheel motorcycles, such as this one owned by Wayne Washington, president of the River City Riderz.

Richmond Heritage Federal Credit Union marks its 87th birthday with a tour of the city on Saturday, April 29. The tour will feature trolleys and …

Published on April 20, 2023

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Whitney Smith of Richmond, one of the 60 people who attended the rally, chose a copy of Alice Walker’s “The Color Purple” as the banned book she planned to read. We The People for Education, which backs Virginia candidates who are pro-public schools, hosted the bookmobile’s visit.

Whitney Smith of Richmond, one of the 60 people who attended the rally, chose a copy of Alice Walker’s “The Color Purple” as the banned …

Published on July 20, 2023

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Jamisha Seward says she was held in the emergency room of a Henrico County hospital for more than three days last September. A new state law allows a person to be released sooner than three days if an evaluation shows the individual is no longer a threat, suicidal and no longer needs hospitalization.

Jamisha Seward says she was held in the emergency room of a Henrico County hospital for more than three days last September. A new state …

Published on August 10, 2023

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John Shuck, left, watches the work of Mormon missionaries Kelton Stacey, center, and Daniel Conlin as they carefully unearth the headstone of Callie L. Edwards, wife of William Edwards’ Sr. whose grave is adjacent. Mr. Edwards’ headstone was above ground, while that of Mrs. Edwards was covered by a three-inch layer of grass and dirt.

John Shuck, left, watches the work of Mormon missionaries Kelton Stacey, center, and Daniel Conlin as they carefully unearth the headstone of Callie L. Edwards, …

Published on December 16, 2021

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Staircases for new housing units at 7000 Carnation St. symbolize steps being taken to accommodate people making 50 to 70 percent of median income, said Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney. “That means folks who make $15 to $25 an hour. That’s a huge deal,” he said.

Staircases for new housing units at 7000 Carnation St. symbolize steps being taken to accommodate people making 50 to 70 percent of median income, said …

Published on June 15, 2023

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“I have been prevented from being in my children’s lives,” said Tina D. Woodson of Hanover County. Ms. Woodson holds her youngest child, whom the Hanover County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court allowed to remain with her, but not her other three children. “It’s unbelievable.”

“I have been prevented from being in my children’s lives,” said Tina D. Woodson of Hanover County. Ms. Woodson holds her youngest child, whom the …

Published on December 28, 2023

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Richmond company to add 66 new jobs

Richmond just got more good news on the job front — the prospect of 66 new jobs.

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More than 100 people turned out for the 3rd Annual Holly Ball Gala sponsored by the Richmond Metropolitan Chapter of The Charmettes to raise money for cancer research. Chapter President Edna Rodwell, left, shares a moment with Melissa Dilworth, chair of the committee that staged the benefit dinner- dance on Dec. 27 at the Belmont Recreation Center in Henrico County.

More than 100 people turned out for the 3rd Annual Holly Ball Gala sponsored by the Richmond Metropolitan Chapter of The Charmettes to raise money …

Published on January 2, 2020

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Svondai N. Brown, left, assists Rhonda L. Sneed in laying out supplies for residents of “Camp Cathy,” a homeless tent city on Oliver Hill Way. Ms. Sneed, founder and leader of blessing Warriors RVA, began setting up tents in September to improve living conditions and provide more order for those at the site in Shockoe Valley.

Svondai N. Brown, left, assists Rhonda L. Sneed in laying out supplies for residents of “Camp Cathy,” a homeless tent city on Oliver Hill Way. …

Published on January 31, 2020

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Enrichmond article ‘is inaccurate and misleading

Jeremy Lazarus’ Jan. 26, 2023, article, “It’s complicated” is a one-sided story that provides little clarity.

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Melissa Pocock, left, of Friends of East End Cemetery probes for buried gravestones as Dr. Elizabeth P. Vaughan, associate professor of classics and archaeology at the University of Richmond, works to clear a tree limb. They were among a group of volunteers last Saturday who are beginning an effort to restore the long-neglected Sons and Daughters of Ham Cemetery that abuts university property off Three Chopt Road.

Melissa Pocock, left, of Friends of East End Cemetery probes for buried gravestones as Dr. Elizabeth P. Vaughan, associate professor of classics and archaeology at …

Published on November 5, 2020

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General Assembly needs to come into the light

Re “Wronged: Richmond police interactions pack sting, costs for 2 local men,” Feb. 19-21 edition: Having read Free Press staff writer Jeremy Lazarus’s articles, I found it necessary to respond and praise them.

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Former governor appeals conviction to full 4th Circuit

Former Gov. Bob McDonnell remains free on bond after filing a request for the entire 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond to review and throw out his conviction. At least eight of the court’s 15 judges must agree to hear his case. Such a review by the full court is considered rare.

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Sources name 10th RPS principal targeted for replacement

Regina Farr has been identified as the 10th Richmond Public Schools principal being replaced when the school year ends in the latest leadership shake-up.

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Chef Jean-Marc Tachet of Lyon, France, slices goose liver Sunday as students in Richmond Public Schools’ culinary program watch closely. The students are, from left, Nicholas Pollard, Jaquan Washington, Jadyn Colden and Jameisha Rush. Location: Hatch Kitchen RVA in South Side. The side counter features the makings for truffle soup, one of five courses served at Monday evening’s benefit for the culinary program at the Richmond Technical Center.

Chef Jean-Marc Tachet of Lyon, France, slices goose liver Sunday as students in Richmond Public Schools’ culinary program watch closely. The students are, from left, …

Published on March 13, 2020

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This stone marker outside the Manchester Courthouse at 10th and Hull streets was put in place 86 years ago to honor the Manchester Elliott Grays, a Confederate unit formed just days after Virginia became an official Confederate state in 1861. It stands in the shadow of the courthouse now named for noted civil rights attorney and Richmond’s first Black mayor, Henry L. Marsh III, and his late brother, attorney Harold M. Marsh Sr.

This stone marker outside the Manchester Courthouse at 10th and Hull streets was put in place 86 years ago to honor the Manchester Elliott Grays, …

Published on May 6, 2021

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Sheriff’s authority is ‘completely separate from mine as commonwealth’s attorney’

As a longtime reader and supporter of the Free Press, it is disheartening to see the author of this article (Nov. 23-26 edition), Mr. Jeremy Lazarus, so flagrantly violate the journalistic ethics that the Free Press exemplified under the leadership of its founder, the late Raymond Boone.

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Confederate flag removed from Va. license plates

Virginia no longer has to issue license plates that bear the Confederate battle flag, a federal judge has ruled.

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Sources: Hilbert to be next City Council president

Richmond City Council is poised to elect 3rd District Councilman Chris A. Hilbert as its new president, sources confirmed this week, while 7th District Councilwoman Cynthia I. Newbille is expected to win the post of vice president.

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City Hall sponsors RVA Photog competition

You can by participating in Richmond City Hall’s second annual RVA Photog competition that will focus on Shockoe Bottom, it has been announced.