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The VSU Trojan Explosion Marching Band takes over the floor during Sunday’s halftime show.

The VSU Trojan Explosion Marching Band takes over the floor during Sunday’s halftime show.

Published on January 19, 2018

Sunset over the James River Downtown (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Sunset over the James River Downtown (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

Published on October 18, 2019

On a roll: Shamika Robinson and her 18-month-old daughter, Londyn Bryant, head toward the delicious smells of food coming from a bevy of food trucks Sunday on Hull Street in South Side. The food truck rodeo kicked off the 2019 Richmond Black Restaurant Experience. Children’s games also were part of the festivities. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

On a roll: Shamika Robinson and her 18-month-old daughter, Londyn Bryant, head toward the delicious smells of food coming from a bevy of food trucks …

Published on March 8, 2019

Gladys Lewis and Anna Washington have been Girls Scout leaders for over 50 years.

Gladys Lewis and Anna Washington have been Girls Scout leaders for over 50 years.

Published on September 26, 2014

The Bowie State Bulldogs celebrate their 62-54 championship victory over Fayetteville State University last Saturday.

The Bowie State Bulldogs celebrate their 62-54 championship victory over Fayetteville State University last Saturday.

Published on March 4, 2017

More than 1,700 sorority members from across Virginia attended the luncheon to hear Dr. Boyd, a former national president of the sorority from 2000 to 2004. Known as the sorority’s “technology presi- dent,” she helped launch Project SEE, Science in Everyday Experiences, an initiative funded by a $1.6 million National Science Foundation grant to promote math and science for African-American middle school girls. The event was hosted by the sorority’s Chesterfield Alumnae Chapter. The sorority was ounded Jan. 13, 1913, by 22 women at Howard University.

More than 1,700 sorority members from across Virginia attended the luncheon to hear Dr. Boyd, a former national president of the sorority from 2000 to …

Published on January 10, 2020

At the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown, the 16th Annual Giving Heart Community Thanksgiving Feast also featured curb-side pickup and carry-out dinners for those who lined up last Thursday. A nurse volunteer stood at the entrance and took the temperature of all who walked in to get a to-go plate filled with traditional Thanksgiving fare. She also provided masks to those who needed one before entering the convention center, where volunteers were busy filling hundreds of plates with ham, turkey and all the trimmings.

At the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown, the 16th Annual Giving Heart Community Thanksgiving Feast also featured curb-side pickup and carry-out dinners for those …

Published on December 3, 2020

FIREWORKS OVER RICHMOND-Others watched the fireworks from the Virginia War Memorial on South Belvidere Street.

FIREWORKS OVER RICHMOND-Others watched the fireworks from the Virginia War Memorial on South Belvidere Street.

Published on July 9, 2015

Strikeout phenom Mo’Ne Davis fires a pitch for Philadelphia in her historic 4-0 win over Tennessee.

Strikeout phenom Mo’Ne Davis fires a pitch for Philadelphia in her historic 4-0 win over Tennessee.

Published on August 25, 2014

Norfolk State University quarterback Terrance Ervin leads the Spartans to a 21-13 win over Hampton University.

Norfolk State University quarterback Terrance Ervin leads the Spartans to a 21-13 win over Hampton University.

Published on October 24, 2014

FIREWORKS OVER RICHMOND - Many sat in chairs and on blankets on the lawn next to the Lee Bridge to view the aerial show.

FIREWORKS OVER RICHMOND - Many sat in chairs and on blankets on the lawn next to the Lee Bridge to view the aerial show.

Published on July 9, 2015

The Army Black Knights celebrate their 17-10 win last Saturday over the Navy Midshipmen.

The Army Black Knights celebrate their 17-10 win last Saturday over the Navy Midshipmen.

Published on December 14, 2018

Blooms over Overbrook Road (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Blooms over Overbrook Road (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Published on July 12, 2019

Lady of the House // Freshman Delegate Lashrecse Aird enjoys a moment with her family on the opening day of the 2016 Virginia General Assembly session. With her Wednesday are her proud husband, Blaine Aird, and their children, Blake, left, and Blaine Jr. The Petersburg Democrat was sworn in Wednesday to her first term in the House. Elected in November, she represents the 63rd House District, which also includes parts of Hopewell and Chesterfield and Dinwiddie and Prince George counties. State lawmakers will meet at the Capitol through mid-March to grapple with major issues, including a new two-year state budget.

Lady of the House // Freshman Delegate Lashrecse Aird enjoys a moment with her family on the opening day of the 2016 Virginia General Assembly …

Published on January 15, 2016

Eye on the ball Tiffany Smith of Richmond, 6, has her eye on the ball at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Courts in Battery Park. She was among scores of youths who turned out Wednesday, July 12, for the Arthur Ashe Birthday Blast at the park, where they received complimentary tennis lessons and were on hand to celebrate murals created in his honor. A native of Richmond, Mr. Ashe was the first African-American male tennis player to win the U.S. Open, Australian Open and Wimbledon. He was also the first African-American male player to be ranked No. 1. Please see more photos on B2.

Eye on the ball Tiffany Smith of Richmond, 6, has her eye on the ball at the Arthur Ashe Tennis Courts in Battery Park. She …

Published on July 21, 2017

Celebrating VUU // Trevin and Necole Parker Green announce a gift to Virginia Union University of $100,000 to establish an endowed scholarship. The couple, who live in the Washington area, made the announcement last Friday at VUU’s 5th Annual Scholarship Gala and Masquerade Ball hosted by Mayor Levar M. Stoney at a Downtown hotel. Mrs. Green, an alumna of VUU, and her husband are successful entrepreneurs. She operates The Elocen Group, a business management firm in construction, interior design, health care, facilities and logistics and information technology. Mr. Green is a fitness trainer who specializes in swimming pool exercise programs.

Celebrating VUU // Trevin and Necole Parker Green announce a gift to Virginia Union University of $100,000 to establish an endowed scholarship. The couple, who …

Published on April 13, 2017

Tameeka Jackson-Smith, seated left, is consoled by supporters as she mourns the deaths of her son, Shawn Jackson, and husband Renzo Dell Smith, both of whom were killed by gunfire near Monroe Park shortly after Mr. Jackson ‘s Huguenot High School graduation on June 6. Mrs. Jackson-Smith, whose 9-year-old daughter Renyah Smith, center, was hit by a car after witnessing the murders of her father and brother, was consoled by her grandmother, Grenda Smith of Monroe, La., who is the mother of Mr. Smith.

Tameeka Jackson-Smith, seated left, is consoled by supporters as she mourns the deaths of her son, Shawn Jackson, and husband Renzo Dell Smith, both of …

Published on June 15, 2023

The University of South Carolina women’s team celebrates on the court after winning the NCAA title Sunday in a 64-49 victory over the University of Connecticut.

The University of South Carolina women’s team celebrates on the court after winning the NCAA title Sunday in a 64-49 victory over the University of …

Published on April 7, 2022

Virginia Commonwealth University’s De’Riante Jenkins, right, goes up for a shot over the Virginia Union University defense.

Virginia Commonwealth University’s De’Riante Jenkins, right, goes up for a shot over the Virginia Union University defense.

Published on November 10, 2017

Traffic stops along Arthur Ashe Boulevard last Saturday as drivers and their passengers watch the Fourth of July fireworks display over The Diamond.

Traffic stops along Arthur Ashe Boulevard last Saturday as drivers and their passengers watch the Fourth of July fireworks display over The Diamond.

Published on July 9, 2020