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After winning 2 court cases, Henrico tenant may face a third

‘I pay my rent like clockwork every month. I don’t know why they won’t let me alone.’

Donald J. Garrett is a rare figure among the sea of Richmond-area residents being hauled into court for eviction proceedings.

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The White House and Black Maternal Health Week

Black Maternal Health Week was recognized this year from April 11-17 throughout the United States and by the White House.

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Accountability needed over owner of historic African American cemeteries

I’m not from Richmond, but I have kin in the ground at East End Cemetery, which is adjacent to Evergreen Cemetery. Henry Tunstall, instant son of my grandfather's sister, was buried there in 1913.

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'Show me the Tubmans'

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When President Obama left the White House, he left a very positive image of what a president should be.

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Family relapses into system

Mother, son in jail at same time; they want to break cycle

The mother and son were separated by the walls and windows at the Richmond Justice Center in Shockoe Valley.

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Personality: LeTeisha Gordon

Spotlight on founder and program director of A Better Day Than Yesterday Initiative Program

“Ms. Gordon, how would you rebuild a relationship with someone that was released from prison?”

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Personality: Carolyn Glenn Ethridge Harrington

Spotlight on president of NCNW’s Chesterfield Metro Area Section

In late 2020, Carolyn Glenn Ethridge Harrington began working with a group of Chesterfield County women looking to establish a resource to help address the needs of area schools, families and youths.

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Personality: Rebecca Cornett Massey

Spotlight on VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Advisory Board chair

Rebecca “Becky” Cornett Massey describe herself as being enthusiastic and a teammate. When hearing the new chair of the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center Advisory Board discuss the center’s role in the Richmond community, her enthusiasm in being part of the center’s team is evident.

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Personality: Dr. Kenneth S. Kendler

Spotlight on winner of National Academy of Medicine prize

Dr. Kenneth S. Kendler says three things “get me up in the morning to come in to work.” “The first is my intense curiosity about how the mind and brain of human beings work,” says the director at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics.

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Stained by dishonor

Henrico student launches growing effort to remove segregationist’s name from school

Jordan Chapman said her jaw dropped in incredulous disbelief the day she learned in her Hermitage High School history class about the late Harry F. Byrd Sr., the former Virginia governor, U.S. senator and avowed white separatist for whom H.F. Byrd Middle School in Henrico County is named.

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Personality: Kyron Copeland

Spotlight on co-founder of Urban Cycling Group

When restrictions to help curb the spread of the coronavirus began in Virginia, concerns arose about the need for exercise for people with certain medical conditions and those looking to maintain their health. The Urban Cycling Group has built a unique niche in these uncertain times, guided in part by co-founder and executive director Kyron Copeland.

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Personality: Kenneth M. Dye

Spotlight on board chairman of GRASP Inc.

For many students from low-income families, a college education is out of reach. GRASP, the Richmond-based Great Aspirations Scholarship Program Inc., may be the answer.

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Personality: Dr. Michael L.W. Moore

Spotlight on chair of Dr. Wyatt Tee Walker Educational Foundation

Legendary civil rights leader Dr. Wyatt Tee Walker wanted his legacy to center on educational opportunities for generations to come. The Dr. Wyatt Tee Walker Educational Foundation is the vehicle to perpetuate his lasting dream and provides scholarships for underserved youths to attend college.

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Personality: Franchon L. ‘Fran’ Randall

Spotlight on chef coordinator of ‘Sauté and Sizzle: Richmond Men Are Cooking’

Franchon L. “Fran” Randall is a good cook, even if she says so herself. The pescatarian’s favorite dish to whip up is fresh spinach, red onion, basil and fresh garlic and tomato sauce over angel hair pasta and topped with grilled or baked salmon.

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ELECTION 2020: School Board candidates outline plans

I decided to become a candidate for the Richmond School Board because:

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The power of the people — and alumni

When my beloved alma mater Grambling State University hired a white assistant coach, Art Briles, as offensive coordinator of the football program, there was a loud uproar.

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From touchdowns to take-downs

Going from the gridiron to the ring isn’t as unusual as some may think.

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Colette W. McEachin wins decisive victory over primary challenger for commonwealth’s attorney

The race for Richmond’s next commonwealth’s attorney ended late Tuesday evening, as incumbent Colette W. McEachin emerged victorious against a Democratic primary challenge from attorney Thomas P. Barbour Jr.

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VEC brings suffering to thousands of unemployed

After seven and one-half months waiting for unemployment insurance or pandemic unemployment assistance benefits, I am in dire straits: I am driving dirty, i.e., with no car insurance and an expired inspection sticker, because I have no income.

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YWCA’s advancement officer becomes CEO

Rupa Murthy has been named the next CEO of YWCA Richmond. She will succeed Linda Tissiere, who is retiring after leading the nonprofit for the last decade.