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Dr. Joanne Harris Lucas proudly stands beside a bust of her late father and Virginia civil rights leader, the Rev. Curtis W. Harris Sr., which was unveiled Saturday in front of Hopewell City Hall, where he served for 26 years on the city council and for two years as the city’s first Black mayor. The unveiling comes six years after his death in December 2017. He was arrested 13 times in leading protests against segregation in Hopewell and other parts of the state and led the Hopewell Branch NAACP and the Virginia Chapter of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference for more than 20 years. During his 46 years as pastor of Union Baptist Church in Hopewell and during his tenure on council, he fought for environmental justice and opposed Hopewell commercial developments that impacted Black and poor people in the city.

Dr. Joanne Harris Lucas proudly stands beside a bust of her late father and Virginia civil rights leader, the Rev. Curtis W. Harris Sr., which …

Published on December 7, 2023

“One of the things that Itold them is that God has a reason for all three of you to be here,” Mr. McGee told the Free Press. “When you learn to work as a team, you will be unstoppable.’”

“One of the things that Itold them is that God has a reason for all three of you to be here,” Mr. McGee told the …

Published on December 1, 2023

People line up as early as 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, to receive numbers that allow them to shop at the Meadowbridge Community Market when it opens at 10 a.m. The market, which provides free grocery items, is at 3613 Meadowbridge Road.

People line up as early as 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, to receive numbers that allow them to shop at the Meadowbridge Community Market …

Published on November 22, 2023

Jane Cooper Johnson, fourth from right, is surrounded by family members last June when an honorary street sign was erected in Richmond’s Westwood community to honor her mother, Bettie Elizabeth Boyers Cooper.

Jane Cooper Johnson, fourth from right, is surrounded by family members last June when an honorary street sign was erected in Richmond’s Westwood community to …

Published on November 16, 2023

Virginia Union University had much to celebrate with its homecoming win over Lincoln University 57-0 on Oct. 21 at Hovey Field. The Panthers had 481 yards total offense to just 168 for the Lions. All-American tailback Jada Byers ran for 55 yards and four touchdowns on just 12 carries.

Virginia Union University had much to celebrate with its homecoming win over Lincoln University 57-0 on Oct. 21 at Hovey Field. The Panthers had 481 …

Published on October 26, 2023

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen Restaurant in Jackson Ward on Monday evening. The proposed $562 million gambling and entertainment complex is a joint venture between Urban One, a diversified media company, and Churchill Downs, the Louisville-based operator of the Kentucky Derby that also runs gambling establishments throughout the country. Two years ago, Richmond voters narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Two years later, the project is back on the Nov. 7 ballot. Mr. Liggins and representatives of Colonial Downs have met with several organizations, including churches and news media representatives to shed light on the revised casino project that promises jobs with an average annual salary of $55,000 and pledges of charitable donations along with $30 million in annual tax revenue for Richmond. The proposed project would be located in a former tobacco company site just off Interstate 95 in south Richmond, the same site that was identified in the first proposal. If the ref- erendum passes, gambling options include slots, an on-site sportsbook and gaming tables. The venue also would include a 250-room hotel, a 55-acre outdoor park, several sit-down dining options and a 3,000-seat concert venue, officials said at Monday’s event. While the venue is expected to attract Richmonders, its developers wager that most of its patrons will come from surrounding cities and states.

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen …

Published on October 26, 2023

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen Restaurant in Jackson Ward on Monday evening. The proposed $562 million gambling and entertainment complex is a joint venture between Urban One, a diversified media company, and Churchill Downs, the Louisville-based operator of the Kentucky Derby that also runs gambling establishments throughout the country. Two years ago, Richmond voters narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Two years later, the project is back on the Nov. 7 ballot. Mr. Liggins and representatives of Colonial Downs have met with several organizations, including churches and news media representatives to shed light on the revised casino project that promises jobs with an average annual salary of $55,000 and pledges of charitable donations along with $30 million in annual tax revenue for Richmond. The proposed project would be located in a former tobacco company site just off Interstate 95 in south Richmond, the same site that was identified in the first proposal. If the referendum passes, gambling options include slots, an on-site sportsbook and gaming tables. The venue also would include a 250-room hotel, a 55-acre outdoor park, several sit-down dining options and a 3,000-seat concert venue, officials said at Monday’s event. While the venue is expected to attract Richmonders, its developers wager that most of its patrons will come from surrounding cities and states.

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen …

Published on October 26, 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

Mr. Virginia State University, Christopher Lawrence, and Miss Virginia State University, Aliya Mayers, wave to the crowd during the game, which drew 3,409 people. VSU won 39-23 over Bluefield State, leaving the Trojans 7-0 overall and atop the CIAA North with a 5-0 record.

Mr. Virginia State University, Christopher Lawrence, and Miss Virginia State University, Aliya Mayers, wave to the crowd during the game, which drew 3,409 people. VSU …

Published on October 19, 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

Debra Carlotti, center, is an instructional support and compliance coordinator at Mary Munford Elementary School in Richmond. After working more than four decades with students in special education programs and other areas of learning, she will retire at the end of the current school year. Ms. Carlotti is photographed Sept. 12 at the school with colleagues from left, Dr. Sametrian Miller, assistant principal, Greg Muzik, principal and Alezia Mason, instructional assistant.

Debra Carlotti, center, is an instructional support and compliance coordinator at Mary Munford Elementary School in Richmond. After working more than four decades with students …

Published on October 5, 2023

Virginia legislative candidate Susanna Gibson addresses the Women’s Summit in Virginia Beach, in September of 2022. Mrs. Gibson has denounced the disclosure of live videos on a pornographic website in which she and her husband engaged in sex acts.

Virginia legislative candidate Susanna Gibson addresses the Women’s Summit in Virginia Beach, in September of 2022. Mrs. Gibson has denounced the disclosure of live videos …

Published on September 14, 2023

Makeyon Hill, a senior member of the John Marshall High School basketball team, greets his 5-year-old sister, Traniyah Blakey, last week after his return from a trip to Angola with the high school’s other athletes, faculty and staff.

Makeyon Hill, a senior member of the John Marshall High School basketball team, greets his 5-year-old sister, Traniyah Blakey, last week after his return from …

Published on September 14, 2023

Mitch McConnell spoke to reporters Wednesday for the first time since his second freezing episode last week. He said that he has “no announcements” to make about stepping down, and said, “I’m going to finish my term as leader, and I’m going to finish my Senate term.”

Mitch McConnell spoke to reporters Wednesday for the first time since his second freezing episode last week. He said that he has “no announcements” to …

Published on September 7, 2023

Shadeur Sanders leads Colorado to win over Texas Christian.

Shadeur Sanders leads Colorado to win over Texas Christian.

Published on September 7, 2023

Nine Richmond families from the Historic Jackson Ward community: Anderson, Barbour, Brown, Bryant, Clay, Cotman, Gilbert, Jefferies and Rodwell gather to learn more about their family history their ancestral DNA through an inaugural project, “Reclaiming Our Time: Genealogy & DNA Big Reveal,” sponsored by the City of Richmond. The Aug.19 program at the Virginia Museum of History and Culture began with processional drumming by the RAM Drum Circle, which ushered in the project’s participants and genealogist, Dr. Paula Royster, CEO, Center for African American Genealogical Research, based in Fredericksburg. Dr. Royster researched each family and presented what she found to the individuals, extended family and others who attended the program.

Nine Richmond families from the Historic Jackson Ward community: Anderson, Barbour, Brown, Bryant, Clay, Cotman, Gilbert, Jefferies and Rodwell gather to learn more about their …

Published on August 31, 2023

Sisters Treasure Woodson, 10, and Trinity Neville, 7, take in Second Baptist Church’s annual back-to-school event with their grandmother, Diana Neville, and 7-month-old cousin, Daelynn Neville on Saturday.

Sisters Treasure Woodson, 10, and Trinity Neville, 7, take in Second Baptist Church’s annual back-to-school event with their grandmother, Diana Neville, and 7-month-old cousin, Daelynn …

Published on August 24, 2023

In a “Happy First Day of School” message posted on Richmond Public School’s website, Superintendent Jason Kamras describes spending part of his summer in Hokkaido, Japan, where his mother-in-law, Megumi, grew up. “While there, we had the opportunity to experience a formal tea ceremony, a beautifully choreographed and almost spiritual event,” he wrote. “Underlying the ceremony are four principles: Wa, Kei, Sei, and Jaku — which translate to harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. “I can’t think of four better principles to guide us this year. I pray that we all find harmony amidst the many competing professional and personal demands we face every day; respect for ourselves, and for our students, colleagues, loved ones, and for those with whom we disagree; purity of heart in our commitment to embracing every single student — no matter the language they speak at home, how much money their family has, the color of their skin, whether LGBTQ or not — with love and high expectations; and tranquility despite the storms that sometimes surround us. “Harmony, respect, purity, tranquility — and, of course, love — is my prayer for the RPS family this year. Please hold these four principles tight — during the highs and the lows — and please hold me accountable for doing the same. If we do, I truly believe this is going to be our best year yet!” Mr. Kamras and Mayor Levar M. Stoney were among city leaders who greeted students on the first day of the 2023-24 school year at John Marshall High School on Monday.

In a “Happy First Day of School” message posted on Richmond Public School’s website, Superintendent Jason Kamras describes spending part of his summer in Hokkaido, …

Published on August 24, 2023

Donna Ingram enjoys fish with her sister, Consuela McRae, center, and her daughter, Diamond Ingram.

Donna Ingram enjoys fish with her sister, Consuela McRae, center, and her daughter, Diamond Ingram.

Published on August 24, 2023

Maggie Walker High School class of 1966 class- mates Yvonne Wingfield and Charles Gilmore, below, smile for the camera Saturday at a Short Pump restaurant. The trio were among 40 classmates expected to join the fun for lunch and an in- formal program focused on “10 years of food, fun and fellowship.” Maggie Walker High School’s Class of 1966 has gathered for luncheons over the past decade, exclud- ing the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maggie Walker High School class of 1966 class- mates Yvonne Wingfield and Charles Gilmore, below, smile for the camera Saturday at a Short Pump restaurant. …

Published on August 24, 2023