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Central Va. Cadet Corps starting in February
A new group is recruiting 30 area young men ages 7 to 14 to participate in free, monthly programs promoting achievement.
Archbishop Desmond Tutu hospitalized
Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu is responding well to treatment for a recurring infection, his daughter, Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe said this week.
Tree at Walker site to be removed this weekend
The live oak tree that has dominated a gateway to Jackson Ward for nearly 30 years will be coming down this weekend to make way for a new statue and plaza honoring Richmond business leader Maggie L. Walker.
Faith Leaders Moving Forward hosts dinner program on economic advancement
Community economic development. That will be the focus of a dinner program that the nonprofit Faith Leaders Moving Forward will host 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, at Sixth Baptist Church, 400 S. Addison St. near Byrd Park, it has been announced. The event is called “We Rise Together Now!” said Dr. Charles L. Shannon III, founder and
Muralists coming to town for latest project
Richmond is about to get more murals. Beginning next week, at least 10 muralists from across the world will paint distinctive works on the exterior walls of now bare buildings — with the permission of the owners, of course. The artists are expected to start work Wednesday, July 13, and wrap up 11 days later, on Sunday, July 24, it has been announced.
Sherron Mills, former VCU basketball standout, dies at 44
Former Virginia Commonwealth University basketball star Sherron Mills died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Mr. Mills was 44 and lived in Baltimore.
Black History Month Expo to highlight Petersburg events
Petersburg is planning an expo, movie viewings, spokenword and other dramatic presentations, a bus tour and read-in as part of its Black History Month commemoration.
Flying Squirrels going Hollywood with ‘Movies in the Outfield’ at The Diamond
With the baseball season shut down because of the coronavirus, The Diamond will take on a new look on Thursday and Saturday nights this summer by showing family films beach-blanket style on the field.
Richmond lawmakers submit bills to help high school students, businesses
Juniors and seniors in Richmond Public Schools would receive paid apprenticeships and training with local businesses, and participating employers would get tax credits from the state, under legislation filed by Richmond lawmakers.
Third man arrested in shooting death of 9-year-old Markiya Dickson
Richmond Police have arrested a third man in connection with the Memorial Day weekend murder of 9-year-old Markiya Dickson.
Richmond to lower natural gas prices
A yearlong sag in the wholesale price of natural gas will finally show up on the bills of residential and business customers in Richmond.
Local athletes to share NFL playoff spotlight
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson isn’t the only local athlete making headlines in the NFL playoffs.
Ben Stanley steps up for Hampton Pirates
When Jermaine Marrow went down, Hampton University needed a volunteer to step up. Ben Stanley was the first to raise his hand.
Ravens QB Lamar Jackson set to break rushing record
As quarterbacks go, Lamar Jackson has a great arm — and perhaps even better feet.
Rick Winston leaves Consolidated for City Hall
Darryl R. “Rick” Winston has jumped from banker to bureaucrat at City Hall. He is now the administrator for city economic development programs after serving two years as president of Premier Bank’s Consolidated Division in Jackson Ward.
Henrico School Board member Roscoe D. Cooper III arrested for misdemeanor assault
Henrico School Board member Roscoe D. Cooper III is once again the subject of a criminal court action, but this time the county police are on his side.
St. Paul’s Episcopal hosts luncheon series Downtown
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Downtown is hosting a series of speakers on issues ranging from race, politics and mental health and addiction during its Friday luncheon series, “Eyes on Richmond.” The theme for the fall series: “Reclaiming the Prophetic Voice of Justice.”
Alzheimer’s Association to host African-American community forum Feb. 27
The Greater Richmond Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a range of seminars and programs during February to help families with loved ones who have the disease. An “African-American Community Forum” will be held 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27, at the Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave.
Think about bus operators on Transit Driver Appreciation Day
Do you know what Wednesday, March 18, is? National Bus Driver Appreciation Day. It is also known as Transit Driver Appreciation Day.
