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Richmonders Lauren Smith, left, and Katy Johnson hand out white paper roses, a symbol of the resistance in Nazi Germany. They said they learned from a statement by Coretta Scott King that people should wear their Sunday best when they go out to demonstrate.

Richmonders Lauren Smith, left, and Katy Johnson hand out white paper roses, a symbol of the resistance in Nazi Germany. They said they learned from …

Published on September 22, 2017

First ladies stumping for education // Virginia first ladies join Pam Northam, center, wife of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ralph S. Northam, in a roundtable discussion about education opportunity and policy last Friday in Richmond. The event, held at 6PIC in Highland Park, was an opportunity to highlight the Democratic candidate’s education platform. Joining Mrs. Northam, an elementary school science teacher, are, from left, Princess R. Moss, a Louisa County music teacher and secretary-treasurer of the National Education Association; former First Lady Lynda Johnson Robb, wife of former Gov. Chuck Robb; First Lady Dorothy McAuliffe, wife of Gov. Terry McAuliffe; and former First Lady Anne Holton, former state secretary of education and wife of former governor and current U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine.

First ladies stumping for education // Virginia first ladies join Pam Northam, center, wife of Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ralph S. Northam, in a roundtable discussion …

Published on September 15, 2017

Restaurateurs Velma R. Johnson, owner of Mama J’s Kitchen in Jackson Ward, and her son, Lester Johnson, new owner of Vagabond at 700 E. Broad St., pause as they prepare for Vagabond’s reopening Friday, Sept. 1 during First Fridays.

Restaurateurs Velma R. Johnson, owner of Mama J’s Kitchen in Jackson Ward, and her son, Lester Johnson, new owner of Vagabond at 700 E. Broad …

Published on September 1, 2017

Solar phenomenon // Richmonders by the hundreds took to parks, front yards and rooftops Monday to witness the phenomenal solar eclipse. The rare total eclipse was visible across the entire United States, from Oregon to South Carolina. In the Richmond area, the moon covered about 85 percent of the sun during the 2-minute climax about 2:44 p.m. Left, youngsters with the Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, led by Shanna Battle,

Solar phenomenon // Richmonders by the hundreds took to parks, front yards and rooftops Monday to witness the phenomenal solar eclipse. The rare total eclipse …

Published on August 25, 2017

A new wave of freshmen has arrived on Richmond’s college campuses, often accompanied by their families. William P. Agble of Fredericksburg, third from right, moves a cartful of belongings Saturday into Johnson Hall at Virginia Commonwealth University, with help from his family and a student volunteer, left. Surrounding him, from left, are brother Josh, sister Jemima holding his guitar, father William K. Agble, mother Susie Agble and sister Kaitlyn. William and other students started classes at VCU this week.

A new wave of freshmen has arrived on Richmond’s college campuses, often accompanied by their families. William P. Agble of Fredericksburg, third from right, moves …

Published on August 25, 2017

Viewers in South Carolina and along the western edge of North Carolina will be in the path of totality for the eclipse, meaning 100 percent of the sun will be blocked by the moon. In Richmond, up to 86 percent of the sun will be blocked during the eclipse.

Viewers in South Carolina and along the western edge of North Carolina will be in the path of totality for the eclipse, meaning 100 percent …

Published on August 18, 2017

During Monday’s solar eclipse, the moon will come between the sun and the Earth, fully or partially blocking the sun. The sky will start to get dark around 1:18 p.m., with the maximum coverage of the sun around 2:44 p.m. The sun will fully come out of the moon’s shadow at 4:03 p.m.

During Monday’s solar eclipse, the moon will come between the sun and the Earth, fully or partially blocking the sun. The sky will start to …

Published on August 18, 2017

Alajah Johnson, front, holds her nose while she is baptized by David Lowe, and Kijah Powers gets ready for her baptism with Spencer Spinner. The two were among 29 people baptized last Saturday during the Jehovah’s Witnesses convention at the Richmond Coliseum in Downtown. It was the first of a series of three-day weekend conventions by the denomination. The series concludes Aug. 4 through 6.

Alajah Johnson, front, holds her nose while she is baptized by David Lowe, and Kijah Powers gets ready for her baptism with Spencer Spinner. The …

Published on June 30, 2017

Voter in training// Zahria Blocker, 17 months, accompanies her grandfather, Levonne Johnson, to the voting precinct on Tuesday so he could cast his ballot in the primary election. The youngster is getting early lessons on the importance of voting. Location: 31st Street Baptist Church in the East End.

Voter in training// Zahria Blocker, 17 months, accompanies her grandfather, Levonne Johnson, to the voting precinct on Tuesday so he could cast his ballot in …

Published on June 16, 2017

Marquis Johnson of Newport News is elated to get his degree in mass communications from Virginia Union University during Saturday’s ceremony at St. Paul’s Baptist Church in Henrico.

Marquis Johnson of Newport News is elated to get his degree in mass communications from Virginia Union University during Saturday’s ceremony at St. Paul’s Baptist …

Published on May 20, 2017

Retired NASA mathematician and pioneer Katherine G. Johnson, 98, gets a laudatory handshake from Hampton University President William R. Harvey after her videotaped commencement address Sunday to graduates and their families.

Retired NASA mathematician and pioneer Katherine G. Johnson, 98, gets a laudatory handshake from Hampton University President William R. Harvey after her videotaped commencement address …

Published on May 20, 2017

After her speech, Ms. Johnson was hooded as she received an honorary degree from UR President Ronald A. Crutcher.

After her speech, Ms. Johnson was hooded as she received an honorary degree from UR President Ronald A. Crutcher.

Published on May 12, 2017

See and be seen at Easter on Parade // Marian Johnson of East Orange, N.J

See and be seen at Easter on Parade // Marian Johnson of East Orange, N.J

Published on April 21, 2017

Ms. Johnson

Ms. Johnson

Published on April 21, 2017

ESPN sportscaster Charlie Neal, right, a member of the CIAA Hall of Fame, interviews 2017 CIAA Hall of Fame inductee Derrick Johnson, a former Virginia Union University basketball standout.

ESPN sportscaster Charlie Neal, right, a member of the CIAA Hall of Fame, interviews 2017 CIAA Hall of Fame inductee Derrick Johnson, a former Virginia …

Published on March 4, 2017

The Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls women’s team celebrates its tournament title and 68-59 victory over the Virginia State University women’s team.

The Johnson C. Smith Golden Bulls women’s team celebrates its tournament title and 68-59 victory over the Virginia State University women’s team.

Published on March 4, 2017

Ready to ride // Landon Johnson, 4, left, gets a few pointers about choosing the right ride from his 10-year-old brother, Elijah, as they check out the interior of a sporty 2017 Toyota Corolla XSE last Saturday at the Virginia International Auto Show. The event that features hundreds of vehicles from various manufacturers, test drives and family fun was held at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown.

Ready to ride // Landon Johnson, 4, left, gets a few pointers about choosing the right ride from his 10-year-old brother, Elijah, as they check …

Published on February 24, 2017

President Rahmah T. Johnson, left, and Edwina Richmond, right, scholarship committee chair of the Virginia Area Chapter of Pi Lambda Theta International Honor Society and Professional Association in Education, with student winners, from left, Jaelynn Scott, DaRon Lightfoot and Ericka Black.

President Rahmah T. Johnson, left, and Edwina Richmond, right, scholarship committee chair of the Virginia Area Chapter of Pi Lambda Theta International Honor Society and …

Published on February 24, 2017

2017 Strong Men & Women honored //Seven high achievers were honored at the 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History program Feb. 1 at a Downtown hotel. Gov. Terry McAuliffe, center, celebrates with the honorees during the annual event that Dominion Resources and the Library of Virginia co-sponsor to honor African-American standouts. From left, the honorees are: Capt. William E. “Bill” Bailey of Accomack, a decorated military pilot; Virginia Court of Appeals Judge Mary Janipher Bennett Malveaux of Henrico County, the court’s first African-American female member; Dr. Margaret Ellen Mayo Tolbert of Suffolk, influential biochemist and author; and Charles Johnson III, who accepted the award on behalf of his late grandfather, sociologist Charles Spurgeon Johnson of Bristol, the first African-American president of Fisk University. Also, Optician David Lambert, representing his late father, Dr. Benjamin J. Lambert III of Richmond, a former state senator and optometrist who played a major role in civic affairs; Jeffrey Moten, who honored the memory of his late wife, Stephanie Therese Rochon-Moten of Richmond, award-winning television reporter and news anchor; and Zakia Al-Amin, who stood in for her grandfather, pioneering Virginia pharmacist Leonard “Doc” Muse of Arlington, who owned and operated Green Valley Pharmacy for 65 years.

2017 Strong Men & Women honored //Seven high achievers were honored at the 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History program Feb. 1 at …

Published on February 10, 2017

Travis Johnson above left, of Bahashem Products is among the vendors in the festival’s marketplace.

Travis Johnson above left, of Bahashem Products is among the vendors in the festival’s marketplace.

Published on January 6, 2017