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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.

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

Morgan Price of Fisk University is the first gymnast from an HBCU to win the USA Gymnastics All Around title.

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

The Rev. A. Lincoln James Jr. reviews a document as the Rev. Wendy Bullock, deputy minister and minister of Christian education, looks on.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Julius Fillyow gets a visit from Cockatoos Bindi, left, and Coco, right, who were hanging out with owners Lucus Griffith and Lindsey Pennington.

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.

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.

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

Derry Oliver, 17, right, hugs her mother, also Derry Oliver, during a Feb. 9 visit to a playground in New York. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the younger Oliver embraced therapy as she struggled with the isolation of remote learning, even as her mother pushed back.

Derry Oliver, 17, right, hugs her mother, also Derry Oliver, during a Feb. 9 visit to a playground in New York. During the COVID-19 pandemic, …

Published on February 15, 2024

Samuel Winkler wears a Hillel kippah during a Nov. 2 visit by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to Towson University to discuss antisemitism on college campuses in Towson, Md. The Biden administration is warning U.S. schools and colleges that they must take immediate action to stop antisemitism and Islamophobia on their campuses, citing an “alarming rise” in threats and harassment.

Samuel Winkler wears a Hillel kippah during a Nov. 2 visit by Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to Towson University to discuss antisemitism on college campuses …

Published on November 9, 2023

Adam George, right, of Washington, D.C., took first place in the 2023 Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon, finishing ahead of Roland Hakes of Irmo, S.C,. and Robert Mazzanti of Richmond. Mr. George finished in a time of 2:24:18, while Mr. Hakes came in at 2:28:37, followed by Mr. Mazzanti in 2:29:44. Bethany Sachtleben, above, was the first female to cross the finish line, followed by Ave Grosenheider and Rebecca McGavin. Sachtleben, of Broomfield, Co., finished in a time of 2:40:26, followed by Ms. Grosenheider, of Richmond, in 2:47:51, and McGavin, of Durham, N.C., in 2:51:20. The 2024 Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 16. A special $85 marathon entry fee, $75 half marathon entry fee, and $30 8k entry fee is available starting Sunday, Nov. 12, at 12 p.m. continuing through Thursday, Nov. 16. For more information and and full results, please visit www.richmondmarathon.org.

Adam George, right, of Washington, D.C., took first place in the 2023 Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon, finishing ahead of Roland Hakes of Irmo, S.C,. and …

Published on November 16, 2023

Setting sun over the James in Charles City

Setting sun over the James in Charles City

Published on January 4, 2024

NSU star Allen Betrand leads upset win over VCU.

NSU star Allen Betrand leads upset win over VCU.

Published on December 7, 2023

Florida A&M’s Jah’Marae Sheread celebrates after his touchdown catch in the Rattlers 30-26 win Saturday over Howard University in the Celebration Bowl.

Florida A&M’s Jah’Marae Sheread celebrates after his touchdown catch in the Rattlers 30-26 win Saturday over Howard University in the Celebration Bowl.

Published on December 21, 2023

Virginia Union University’s Jada Byers zig-zags for 245 yards and two touchdowns in VUU’s 42-20 CIAA win over Elizabeth City State.

Virginia Union University’s Jada Byers zig-zags for 245 yards and two touchdowns in VUU’s 42-20 CIAA win over Elizabeth City State.

Published on October 12, 2023

Virginia Union University’s alumni, students, faculty and friends celebrate their homecoming win over Lincoln University 57-0 on Oct. 21 at Hovey Field.

Virginia Union University’s alumni, students, faculty and friends celebrate their homecoming win over Lincoln University 57-0 on Oct. 21 at Hovey Field.

Published on October 26, 2023

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