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Latin Jazz Festival at Dogwood Dell Aug. 20

The rhythms of Latin music will fill Dogwood Dell next month at the 9th Annual Latin Jazz and Salsa Festival.

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Granderson may play grand role in MLB playoffs

Curtis Granderson provides everything expected of a leadoff man — and much more. “Let’s Get It Started” by the Black Eyed Peas could be his walk-up-to-the-plate music, if it isn’t already. “The Grandy Man” bats first in the lineup for the revitalized New York Mets, who have won the National League East title and likely will face Los Angeles in the divisional series Friday, Oct. 9.

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School Board gives final approval to $418M spending plan

Backed by a $25 million boost in contributions from city taxpayers, the Richmond School Board Tuesday approved spending a record $16,814 for each of the 24,800 students projected to be served in the 2019-20 budget year that begins July 1.

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Al Sharpton to speak Sunday in Petersburg

The Rev. Al Sharpton will be the guest speaker at the 11 a.m. service at Gillfield Baptist Church in Petersburg on Sunday, Sept. 20, the church’s pastor, Dr. George W.C. Lyons Jr., has announced.

Control of state Senate at stake in Tuesday vote

Voters in southwest Virginia will cast ballots Tuesday to determine the balance of power in the state Senate.

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‘The Prophet Speaks’ on regional issues Oct. 20 at Richmond Hill

Richmond Hill and Virginia Union University are hosting the seventh annual Metro Richmond Clergy Convocation. This year’s panel-led assembly is titled “The prophet speaks for the soul of the city” and will be held Thursday, Oct. 20, from 8 a.m. from 12 p.m. at Richmond Hill in Church Hill.

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20th annual Asian-American celebration set for May 20

The culture and heritage of 16 nations will be on display in Richmond at the 20th Annual Asian-American Celebration. The free event, featuring food, music and dancing, will take place 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center in Downtown.

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VUU signs 20 to 2020-21 Panthers football team

The Richmond area is well represented on Virginia Union University’s list of football signees. Out of 20 recruits announced by Panthers Coach Alvin Parker, 13 are from Virginia and six from the 804 area code.

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It’s time for the Down Home Family Reunion

The Elegba Folklore Society will host the 31st Down Home Family Reunion: A Celebration of African American Folklife on Saturday, Aug. 20, from 4 to 11 p.m. at Abner Clay Park, 200 W. Clay St.

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Benedictine’s Jahdon Robinson commits to Hampton

Jahdon Robinson, a junior at Benedictine Prep, has given a verbal commitment to play basketball at Hampton University starting with the 2019-20 season.

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Crusade forum on meals tax slated for Feb. 20

“We are still going to hold our forum.”

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Miss Thompson marries Dr. Haskell

As the featured “Personality” in the Free Press edition published July 18-20, 2013, Dr. Marlon A. Haskell, pastor of Chicago Avenue Baptist Church, said his next goal was “to marry again, and fulfill God’s assignment for our lives.” Well …

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VCU on the rise

Virginia Commonwealth University’s offensive efficiency is on the rise under first-year basketball Coach Will Wade. The Rams are shooting better and scoring more than during former Coach Shaka Smart’s sparkling six-year run (180-65 record, five NCAAs).

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New tool to help Chesterfield residents locate voting precincts

With the June 20 primary one week away, the Chesterfield County Registrar’s Office is making it easy for county residents to locate their respective representatives and voting precinct with the click of button.

First gay weddings in Va. next Wednesday?

Gay marriages could begin in Virginia next Wednesday, Aug. 20, — far sooner than expected.

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Drewry’s Bluff commemoration May 19-20

Artillery drills, guided tours and Civil War re-enactor camps will be part of the National Park Service’s commemoration of the Battle of Drewry’s Bluff this weekend.

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Tiger Woods and son don’t quite break from the pack

Team Woods attracted most of the cameras but fell short of winning the title at the PNC Championships in Orlando.

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WNBA drafts first HBCU player in 20 years

The WNBA has rediscovered HBCUs.

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Parking may cost $5 to $20 for courthouse visits

Parking for anyone going to the John Marshall Courts Building just became more difficult—and expensive.

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Baseball to honor Negro Leagues

Baseball fans may want to circle June 20, 2024, on the calendars.