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![President Joe Biden celebrates a new phase of his administration’s efforts to lower medical costs on Tuesday, saying “we’re going to keep standing up to Big Pharma.” Officials announced the first 10 drugs targeted for Medicare price negotiations.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/08/31/Joe_Biden_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
President Joe Biden celebrates a new phase of his administration’s efforts to lower medical costs on Tuesday, saying “we’re going to keep standing up to …
Published on August 31, 2023
![Students select their meals during lunch break in the cafeteria on Dec. 12, 2022, at an elementary school in Scottsdale, Ariz. A bill that would provide free meals for all public school students in Virginia passed the Senate Education and Health Committee last week. The proposal would cost an estimated $346 million over the next two years.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2024/01/25/free_lunch_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Students select their meals during lunch break in the cafeteria on Dec. 12, 2022, at an elementary school in Scottsdale, Ariz. A bill that would …
Published on January 25, 2024
![The political advocacy group MoveOn’s Banned Bookmobile made a stop at Richmond’s Main Public Library in Downtown during its trips around the country. The bookmobile is seeking counter book bans imposed by Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis and mostly Republican leaders in other states by rallying supporters and distributing free copies of award-winning books ranging from “To Kill a Mockingbird” to “The Hunger Games,” “Gender Queer,” “The Kite Runner” and “Beloved.” Dr. Lauranett Lee, a historian, educator and candidate for a seat on the Chesterfield County School Board, was among the speakers at the event.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/07/20/20230717_165202_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
The political advocacy group MoveOn’s Banned Bookmobile made a stop at Richmond’s Main Public Library in Downtown during its trips around the country. The bookmobile …
Published on July 20, 2023
![Glen Lea Elementary School educator Dexter Price credits his wife, Denise, for encouraging him to continue teaching, despite his medical challenges.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/08/17/Screen_Shot_2023-08-17_at_3.58.04_PM_r190x220.png?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Glen Lea Elementary School educator Dexter Price credits his wife, Denise, for encouraging him to continue teaching, despite his medical challenges.
Published on August 17, 2023
![As a child, Nile Price spent more time in the hospital than out as he received treatment for sickle cell anemia. He was given an endless supply of movies to watch while in the hospital, which sparked his interest in filmmaking. His film “For the Moon” will be shown during the Afrikana Film Festival on Sept. 16.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/09/07/Niles_price_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
As a child, Nile Price spent more time in the hospital than out as he received treatment for sickle cell anemia. He was given an …
Published on September 7, 2023
![Second Baptist Church’s pastor, the Rev. Ralph Hodge buys fresh produce at the Broad Rock Farmers’ Market that was part of the event. Rounding out the attractions were a bounce house, video game truck, a free CPR class and lunch.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/08/24/Ralph_Hodge_second_baptist_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Second Baptist Church’s pastor, the Rev. Ralph Hodge buys fresh produce at the Broad Rock Farmers’ Market that was part of the event. Rounding out …
Published on August 24, 2023
![Morgan Price of Fisk University is the first gymnast from an HBCU to win the USA Gymnastics All Around title.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2024/04/25/Morgan_Price_-_Fisk_U-The_Fisk_sophomore_becomes_first_from_HBCU_to_win_USA_Gymnastics_all_round_._r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Morgan Price of Fisk University is the first gymnast from an HBCU to win the USA Gymnastics All Around title.
Published on April 25, 2024
![Johnny Noble reviews renderings of the new school after the ceremony.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/07/20/RPS_Ground_Breaking_SS_071523_041_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Johnny Noble reviews renderings of the new school after the ceremony.
Published on July 20, 2023
![Mr. Price has coached multiple sports for various grade levels since joining Glen Lea more than six years ago.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/08/17/Dexter_Price_and_students_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Mr. Price has coached multiple sports for various grade levels since joining Glen Lea more than six years ago.
Published on August 17, 2023
![The Rev. A. Lincoln James Jr. reviews a document as the Rev. Wendy Bullock, deputy minister and minister of Christian education, looks on.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/11/30/Rev._A._Lincoln_James_jr_Rev._Wendy_Bullock_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
The Rev. A. Lincoln James Jr. reviews a document as the Rev. Wendy Bullock, deputy minister and minister of Christian education, looks on.
Published on November 30, 2023
![William Fox Elementary School remains boarded nearly two years after a fire destroyed much of the building. In late November, the Richmond City School Board approved a $30 million contract from Gulf Seaboard General Contractors Inc., the sole bidder, for the reconstruction of the building. The building permit and trade permit applications are currently under review by the city administration, with contract details to be finalized and executed in the next two weeks. The cause of the fire, which occurred late at night on Feb. 11, 2022, remains unknown and is believed to have been an accident. Fox Elementary, which first opened in 1911, is scheduled to reopen in the Fall of 2025.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/12/07/Cityscape_Fox_Elementary_SS_120223_002_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
William Fox Elementary School remains boarded nearly two years after a fire destroyed much of the building. In late November, the Richmond City School Board …
Published on December 7, 2023
![Barbara Forrest, above, is thankful for the no-cost grocery items available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/11/22/community_market_2_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Barbara Forrest, above, is thankful for the no-cost grocery items available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Published on November 22, 2023
![Dr. Gary Banks, pastor of Ephesus Richmond Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and other church leaders realized the need to invest more in virtual broadcast services after the COVID-19 pandemic led some churches to transition to online worship. Ephesus’ in- person worship service has resumed on Saturdays and are streamed live on YouTube.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/10/26/Epheus_Rev._Gary_Banks_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Dr. Gary Banks, pastor of Ephesus Richmond Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and other church leaders realized the need to invest more in virtual broadcast services after …
Published on October 26, 2023
![The property, located at 2200 Ingram Ave., will become income-restricted apartments and 15 new for-sale residences. The project is estimated to cost $45 million, with $20 million in government tax credits and other resources to finance the development.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2024/02/22/Cityscape_Former_Oak_Grove_School_Site_021724_SS_001_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
The property, located at 2200 Ingram Ave., will become income-restricted apartments and 15 new for-sale residences. The project is estimated to cost $45 million, with …
Published on February 22, 2024
![Second-grade students select their meals during lunch break in the cafeteria last year at an elementary school in Scottsdale, Ariz. More students in schools serving low-income communities will be eligible to receive breakfast and lunch at no cost under a rule change announced last month by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/10/26/More_students_gain_eligibility_for_free_school_meals_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Second-grade students select their meals during lunch break in the cafeteria last year at an elementary school in Scottsdale, Ariz. More students in schools serving …
Published on October 26, 2023
![Site work gets underway at Richmond High School for the Arts in South Side. A groundbreak-
ing ceremony for the new school took place last July. With 2026 its estimated completion date,
the new school will cost $154.6 million and house 1,800 students, the Richmond Free Press
reported earlier this year.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/11/03/Cityscape_George_Wythe_Construction_102823-_SS001_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Site work gets underway at Richmond High School for the Arts in South Side. A groundbreak- ing ceremony for the new school took place last …
Published on November 2, 2023
![Alfred Liggins, CEO of Urban One, right, listens to 8th District Councilwoman Reva Trammell, left, at The Satellite Restaurant & Lounge last year on Aug. 4 as she discussed a proposed casino development. The proposed casino, if approved, will be carried out at no cost to the city, Ms. Trammell said recently, but would generate more than 1,300 new jobs and new revenue for the city. Mr. Liggins’ Urban One company is a partner in the proposed casino.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/07/27/CASINO_LIGGINS_ALFRED_PRESS_080822_RHB14_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Alfred Liggins, CEO of Urban One, right, listens to 8th District Councilwoman Reva Trammell, left, at The Satellite Restaurant & Lounge last year on Aug. …
Published on July 27, 2023
![Julius Fillyow gets a visit from Cockatoos Bindi, left, and Coco, right, who were hanging out with owners Lucus Griffith and Lindsey Pennington.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/10/19/RVA_FOLK_FESTIVAL_101623_SS_018_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Julius Fillyow gets a visit from Cockatoos Bindi, left, and Coco, right, who were hanging out with owners Lucus Griffith and Lindsey Pennington.
Published on October 19, 2023
![Zuri Grant, 4, tackles a giant haystack while visiting Gallmeyer Farms on Millers Lane in Henrico County with her mother, Briana Brockington, on Oct. 21.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2023/10/26/A1_child_102123_SS_001_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
Zuri Grant, 4, tackles a giant haystack while visiting Gallmeyer Farms on Millers Lane in Henrico County with her mother, Briana Brockington, on Oct. 21.
Published on October 26, 2023
![DeAndre Smith and his son, Nuri Harris, 3, take a look at some of the Sling Shots from visiting riders attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony on the lot of Hot Wheelz Sling Shot Rentals.](https://epmgaa.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/img/photos/2024/03/21/A1_Kid_Hot_Wheelz_Ribbon_Cutting_SS_031624_005_r190x220.jpg?15134d8ecf80f15357c5f07aa65289834e904796)
DeAndre Smith and his son, Nuri Harris, 3, take a look at some of the Sling Shots from visiting riders attending the ribbon-cutting ceremony on …
Published on March 21, 2024
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