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Legendary Henrico County educator Virginia Randolph made a difference during a career that spanned more than 50 years starting in the late 1890s and touched the lives of countless students and teachers alike. Today, her likeness stands with other Virginia women celebrated in “Voices from the Garden: The Virginia Women’s Monument” in Capitol Square. A new General Assembly building is going up behind her. Ms. Randolph is credited with upgrading education for black children in then-segregated public schools in Henrico County and influencing the teaching of black children across the South and in Africa with the Henrico Plan she wrote. In 1892, Ms. Randolph opened the Mountain Road School and went on to become the first Jeanes teacher in the United States, working to upgrade vocational training programs for black students at 23 schools. She started the first in-service training for black teachers and pushed hands-on training and community self-help programs. She also launched the first school-based Arbor Day program in Virginia and was influential in serving on state commissions on industrial education and public health. Her legacy lives on through the Southern Education Foundation, in the Henrico school that is named for her and in the Virginia Randolph Foundation that awards scholarships to high school students in the county.

Legendary Henrico County educator Virginia Randolph made a difference during a career that spanned more than 50 years starting in the late 1890s and touched …

Published on June 18, 2020

Marasia Robertson, 4, watches as hundreds of protesters march peacefully down Franklin Street last Friday, one in a succession of civil actions taken in Richmond since the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. The youngster was with family at a local restaurant when the demonstrators marched by.

Marasia Robertson, 4, watches as hundreds of protesters march peacefully down Franklin Street last Friday, one in a succession of civil actions taken in Richmond …

Published on June 11, 2020

Artist Barabbas Rowland II draws a portrait of Marcus-David Peters, a 24-year-old biology teacher who was experiencing a mental crisis when he attacked and was fatally shot by a Richmond Police officer in May 2018.

Artist Barabbas Rowland II draws a portrait of Marcus-David Peters, a 24-year-old biology teacher who was experiencing a mental crisis when he attacked and was …

Published on June 11, 2020

Tear gas clouds the air around the Monument Avenue statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee on Monday evening when Richmond Police scattered hundreds of peaceful protesters by releasing tear gas and shooting pepper spray about 30 minutes before the 8 p.m. curfew was to go into effect. The Confederate statues are headed for removal under plans announced Wednesday.

Tear gas clouds the air around the Monument Avenue statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee on Monday evening when Richmond Police scattered hundreds of …

Published on June 4, 2020

Tangelic Ellis holds her sign high as she stands in Monroe Park at the first protest in Richmond over the death of George Floyd. The 20-year-old Northern Virginia resident joined hundreds who took the protest to city streets.

Tangelic Ellis holds her sign high as she stands in Monroe Park at the first protest in Richmond over the death of George Floyd. The …

Published on June 4, 2020

The burned out hulk of a GRTC Pulse bus was still at Belvidere and Broad streets as the sun rose — one of the most visible signs of the violence that took over the protest Friday night.

The burned out hulk of a GRTC Pulse bus was still at Belvidere and Broad streets as the sun rose — one of the most …

Published on June 4, 2020

AMIA GRAHAM, Thomas Jefferson High School, 4.9677 GPA. Attending the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in the fall, where she wants to earn a nursing degree. Daughter of Tomeka Graham and Aaron Graham. “The pandemic has given me the opportunity to learn more about myself without the added pressures of socialization,” she said. “I have been given time to focus on myself and figure out what I want and plan how I will accomplish it. This pandemic has also taught me to value the little things in life and appreciate all of my blessings and the people in my life. Another silver lining is that I get to spend a lot more time with my dog, Rocco.”

AMIA GRAHAM, Thomas Jefferson High School, 4.9677 GPA. Attending the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in the fall, where she wants to earn a nursing …

Published on May 28, 2020

CAROLINE SCHNEIDER, Richmond Community High School, 4.8 GPA. Attending the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg in the fall. She is leaving her options open before deciding on a major. Daughter of Greg and Joanna Schneider. COVID-19 has exposed “how interconnected all lives are,” she said when asked about the silver lining of this time. “We are dependent on each other in ways never before appreciated. To acknowledge this and to recognize the importance of people, no matter who they are, is to find hope.”

CAROLINE SCHNEIDER, Richmond Community High School, 4.8 GPA. Attending the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg in the fall. She is leaving her options …

Published on May 28, 2020

JANE RUGGLES, Open High School, 4.9483 GPA. Attending the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in the fall, where she plans to major in biology and environmental science. Daughter of Sandra Lambert and Jeffrey Ruggles. “For me, the silver lining of this pandemic has been the ability to spend time with my family before going to college. I was very busy before the pandemic and I have tried to be thankful for this time. I’ve also been happy to see how my school, classes and friends have stayed in touch although separated.”

JANE RUGGLES, Open High School, 4.9483 GPA. Attending the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in the fall, where she plans to major in biology and …

Published on May 28, 2020

LAMAR TRUEHEART, George Wythe High Scho, 4.35 GPA. Attending Christopher Newport University in Newport News in the fall, where he wants to major in computer engineering. Son of Tonya Trueheart and Larry Trueheart Sr. He credits his parents for helping him on this “remarkable journey.” He says COVID-19 “has been a difficult time for all of us. Due to staying indoors, I have been gaming as one of my pastimes and took a new interest in baking,” he said. What does he see as the silver lining? “This allows us to appreciate the little things that we would normally take for granted.”

LAMAR TRUEHEART, George Wythe High Scho, 4.35 GPA. Attending Christopher Newport University in Newport News in the fall, where he wants to major in computer …

Published on May 28, 2020

AUDRYA JIGGETTS, John Marshall High School, 4.2333 GPA. Attending Old Dominion University in Norfolk in the fall, where she wants to major in sports communication/ journalism. Daughter of Lakeisha Jones-Jiggetts and Derwin Jiggetts. She credits her parents for getting her where she is today. “I’ve worked on managing my time wisely and finding myself as an individual,” she said, when asked how life has changed during the pandemic. “I have gained so many opportunities to display a message to the Class of 2020 since I’m speaking at the virtual graduation.”

AUDRYA JIGGETTS, John Marshall High School, 4.2333 GPA. Attending Old Dominion University in Norfolk in the fall, where she wants to major in sports communication/ …

Published on May 28, 2020

JANELLE SAMPLE, Huguenot High School, 4.58 GPA. Attending Claflin University in Orangeburg, S.C., in the fall, where she wants to major in business administration. Daughter of Tonya Sample and Alfredo Sample. She credits her parents with getting her this far. How is her life different during the pandemic? “I’m learning new skills that will help me start my own business in the future,” she said. As for the silver lining, “I’m spending more time with my family. I am also focusing more on my future.”

JANELLE SAMPLE, Huguenot High School, 4.58 GPA. Attending Claflin University in Orangeburg, S.C., in the fall, where she wants to major in business administration. Daughter …

Published on May 28, 2020

DARIUS GRAY, Franklin Military Academy, 4.6129 GPA. Attending Old Dominion University in Norfolk in the fall, where he plans to major in civil engineering. Son of Terrance and Katrina Gray. The pandemic has allowed him to spend time with his family. That has been a silver lining, he says. “My family and I were very busy people before this pandemic. Now, I get to spend quality time with them that I was not able to do during a regular day. Another silver lining for me is my appreciation for the variety of activities I was able to participate in this year like Senior Day, indoor track and spending time with my friends. I’m looking forward to going to college and embarking on new challenges.”

DARIUS GRAY, Franklin Military Academy, 4.6129 GPA. Attending Old Dominion University in Norfolk in the fall, where he plans to major in civil engineering. Son …

Published on May 28, 2020

KAPRI ROBINSON, Armstrong High School, 3.875 GPA. Attending University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg in the fall, where she plans to major in historical preservation. Daughter of Gwendolyn Robinson. She thanks her mother for her success. “My mother encouraged me to work hard and to be kind to others,” she said. How has life changed during the pandemic? “It makes me view the world differently,” she said. “It shows how even in light of something that affects everyone, there’s still hope that we can make it out together. We’re learning more about each other. I’ve learned so much more about my family during this than before when I had a busy schedule.”

KAPRI ROBINSON, Armstrong High School, 3.875 GPA. Attending University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg in the fall, where she plans to major in historical preservation. …

Published on May 28, 2020

Carlos Hopkins, right, state secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, puts his hand over his heart as bugler John Blair of Chesterfield County plays “Taps” and Specialist Neil Miller of Suffolk salutes during the state’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony honoring Virginia’s war dead. The ceremony, held Monday at the Virginia War Memorial on South Belvidere Street in Downtown, was closed to the public this year because of the coronavirus. However, the half-hour ceremony was broadcast on television and livestreamed on the Facebook pages of the Virginia War Memorial and Virginia Veterans Services. The grounds of the memorial and the shrine listing the names of the men and women from Virginia who have died in service to the nation were open to visitors.

Carlos Hopkins, right, state secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, puts his hand over his heart as bugler John Blair of Chesterfield County plays “Taps” …

Published on May 28, 2020

Hair stylists Renada Harris, 39, left, and Kim Washington, 52, make preparations to reopen Silk Hair Studio, which they have co-owned for 12 years. The shop in the 1600 block of West Broad Street has been shuttered since March 24, but they hope the shutdown will end next week when Richmond enters Phase One of the state’s reopening.

Hair stylists Renada Harris, 39, left, and Kim Washington, 52, make preparations to reopen Silk Hair Studio, which they have co-owned for 12 years. The …

Published on May 21, 2020

Rahmah T. Johnson proudly displays the plaque naming her Richmond’s Teacher of the Year last Friday. A counselor at Thomas Jefferson High School, Ms. Johnson found out about her selection when a delegation including Richmond Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras, Mayor Levar M. Stoney and other officials surprised her at her North Side home.

Rahmah T. Johnson proudly displays the plaque naming her Richmond’s Teacher of the Year last Friday. A counselor at Thomas Jefferson High School, Ms. Johnson …

Published on May 14, 2020

When the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures disrupted plans to sell Girl Scout cookies from booths throughout Central Virginia, that didn’t stop the resourceful Girl Scouts of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The organization, with 17,400 scouts in the region, has donated 1,000 cases of Girl Scout cookies to Feed More, the area’s largest food bank. That’s 12,000 boxes of Thin Mints, S’mores, Trefoils and Lemonades and other popular cookie flavors that will be distributed to families and individuals in need during this critical time. Here, employees of Dunmar Moving Systems deliver the Girl Scout cookies on Wednesday to the Feed More warehouse in Richmond’s North Side.

When the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing measures disrupted plans to sell Girl Scout cookies from booths throughout Central Virginia, that didn’t stop the resourceful …

Published on May 7, 2020

Ashley Williams, with her dog, Sebastian, a pit bull-spaniel mix, on the front porch of her East End home, is happy to stay in during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her family, she says, has experienced health scares in recent weeks, both related and unrelated to the coronavirus. “I have always valued family and friends, yet the communication with loved ones is even more cherished than before,” said the founder of BareSOUL Yoga. The experience also has shifted how she connects with people and the community — through online offerings and resources. The silver lining? “I am able to appreciate, explore and enjoy my home.”

Ashley Williams, with her dog, Sebastian, a pit bull-spaniel mix, on the front porch of her East End home, is happy to stay in during …

Published on April 30, 2020

Gail Harris, a therapist, cook and photographer, stands on the steps of her North Side home. She likes that the world has slowed down. “We’re becoming humane,” she said. “I hope we get from this a heightened sense of senses ... I hope we continue to feed one another with truth. I hope we listen. I mostly hope we see our neighbors, friends, family and the world at all times, not just when we’re scared and dying.”

Gail Harris, a therapist, cook and photographer, stands on the steps of her North Side home. She likes that the world has slowed down. “We’re …

Published on April 30, 2020