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Retiring Sports Backers director honored with street designation

Henrico County and Sports Backers have renamed the street outside the organization’s headquarters in honor of Jon Lugbill, who has served as executive director for 32 years. Park Street, which connects Lakeside Avenue to Sports Backers’ offices, now also carries the honorary designation “Jon Lugbill Drive.”

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Norfolk State adds Penn transfer Iyanna Rogers to women’s basketball roster

Norfolk State women’s basketball head coach Jermaine Woods announced Thursday the addition of Penn transfer and former McDonald’s All-American nominee Iyanna Rogers.

City offers cooling options during summer heat

As temperatures climb across the region, the City of Richmond is providing several options to help residents stay cool and safe through Labor Day.

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City earns top accreditation for parking

For many Richmond residents, finding a parking spot can feel like navigating a maze of confusing signs, unpredictable enforcement, and hidden fees. Despite these challenges, the City of Richmond’s Parking Enterprise Division has recently achieved a notable milestone: earning the Accredited Parking Organization status.

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VUU Names Alico Dunk as 10th Women’s Basketball Coach

Virginia Union University recently appointed Alico Dunk as the 10th head coach in the history of its women’s basketball program.

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Flying Squirrels, Rumble Ponies play to 4-4 tie after storms halt game

The Richmond Flying Squirrels and the Binghamton Rumble Ponies battled for 10 innings Sunday before thunderstorms rolled through The Diamond and forced the game to end as a 4-4 tie.

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New exhibition on Jackson Ward history

A new exhibition that highlights an important, yet little-known, chapter in the history of Richmond’s Jackson Ward neighborhood will open July 14 at the Library of Virginia.

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VUU Gospel Choir releases debut single ‘Great is Yahweh’

The Virginia Union University Gospel Choir has released its debut single, “Great is Yahweh,” marking a historic milestone for the student ensemble.

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Virginia State University names new interim dean and vice provost

Virginia State University has appointed Jessica Brooks as interim dean of the College of Natural and Health Sciences and Desmond Stephens as vice provost for academic affairs, effective July 1.

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1708 Gallery presents ‘2x3: Love’ summer community engagement series

Two artists will transform 1708 Gallery into an evolving space for projects about love this summer as part of the gallery’s new community series, “2x3: Love.”

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