VIA Heritage Association names Hall of Fame Class of 2025
The VIA Heritage Association will honor seven new members in its Hall of Fame Class of 2025, recognizing outstanding athletes and contributors who helped shape Virginia’s African American high school sports during segregation.
VCU’s Nyk Lewis invited to USA Basketball U19 training camp
Incoming VCU freshman Nyk Lewis has been invited to the USA Basketball U19 National Team training camp next month in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Johnson named president of Danville Community College
Cornelius Johnson was recently appointed the eighth permanent president of Danville Community College, the Virginia Community College System announced Tuesday.
VCU’s Jazmin Jackson named to Dominican Republic soccer team
VCU junior forward Jazmin Jackson has been called up to the Dominican Republic women’s national soccer team, the Selección Dominicana de Fútbol Femenina, Coach Betzaida Ubri announced this week.
AFA offers travel tips for families of people with dementia ahead of holiday
With a record-breaking 45.1 million Americans expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during Memorial Day weekend, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is urging caregivers to plan ahead when traveling with a loved one living with dementia.
Granite Schoolhouse tops Virginia’s endangered historic sites list
The Granite Schoolhouse, the last remaining historic building tied to a once-thriving community of Black granite workers in South Richmond, tops the list of Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places for 2025.
Virginia Union competes in PGA Works Collegiate Championship
The Virginia Union University Golf Team wrapped up its season with a strong showing at the 2025 PGA Works Collegiate Championship, held May 5-7 at Whistling Straits and Irish courses in Kohler, Wis.
Mayor calls for action after City worker wounded in shooting
A City of Richmond Department of Public Works employee was wounded early Tuesday morning while performing work duties, city officials confirmed.
Squirrels fall to SeaWolves after late-inning rally
The Richmond Flying Squirrels surrendered three runs in the ninth inning and fell to the Erie SeaWolves, 7-4, on Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
Historic Chatsworth School to hold open house, plaque unveiling
The Chatsworth School Museum in Varina will host an open house June 7 and 8 to highlight the legacy of a rare early 20th-century schoolhouse that once served Black children in Henrico County.
Abner Baptist to host Mental Health Education Seminar
Abner Baptist Church will host a Mental Health Education Seminar on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to noon at its sanctuary, 15143 Abner Church Road in Glen Allen.
Jen Hatmaker to speak at River Road Church
New York Times bestselling author and speaker Jen Hatmaker will be the featured guest at River Road Church, Baptist, on Thursday, May 22, as part of the church’s Distinguished Speaker Forum series.
CIAA honors top athletes, programs at spring awards reception
Virginia State University and Fayetteville State University led the way in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s (CIAA) 2024-2025 awards, announced during the conference’s Spring General Assembly and end-of-year reception held Tuesday in Richmond.
Virginia Chamber of Commerce welcomes two new members
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has announced the addition of two new members to its team: Carter T. Whitelow and Sarah Muse. Whitelow has joined as vice president of government relations and Muse is the new director of marketing and brand management.
Bishop Knestout reflects on election of first American pope
Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond recently offered reflections following the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope The election, which took place May 8, brought Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native, to the papacy as the 267th pope.
Richmond beats VCU, 6-3, for coach’s 600th career win
The University of Richmond baseball team defeated Virginia Commonwealth University, 6-3, on Saturday at The Diamond, marking Coach Mik Aoki’s 600th career victory across 24 seasons coaching five NCAA Division I programs.
Community open mic to honor mothers, Mother Earth
Virginia Interfaith Power & Light will host an open mic night in Richmond on Thursday, May 15, to honor both motherhood and the planet.
Burrows, Blunt ace All-CIAA Women’s Tennis Team
Virginia State University’s Alexcie Burrows and Suffolk native Nakari Blunt of Bowie State were among the standout student-athletes named to the 2025 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Women’s Tennis All-Conference Team.
RVA Bikeshare offers free rides for National Bike to Work Week
In celebration of National Bike to Work Week, RVA Bikeshare is encouraging Richmond residents to leave their cars behind and hop on one of the program’s electric bikes.
Nominations open for BLK RVA Community Awards
The Richmond Region Tourism Foundation’s BLK RVA initiative is now accepting nominations for the second annual BLK RVA Community Awards, presented by Wells Fargo.
‘Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret’ to showcase music and storytelling
Ami Brabson, a television and stage actress, will perform “Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret” in Richmond on Sunday, May 18. The show, which blends music and storytelling, centers on the theme “Your Voice is Your Power.”
Annual tourism awards highlight achievements in hospitality, events
Richmond Region Tourism recognized key individuals and organizations for their contributions to the area’s hospitality industry during its 2025 Awards and Annual Meeting on May 7 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
VSU on par with golf simulator from PGA
Virginia State University has unveiled a new golf simulator donated by the Professional Golfers’ Association of America.
Boone named president of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
Sentara Health has announced the appointment of Elwood Bernard “Bernie” Boone III as the next president of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville. Boone will assume the role on June 2.
Squirrels drop series finale to senators 4-2
The Richmond Flying Squirrels gave up three runs in the first inning and couldn’t recover, falling 4-2 to the Harrisburg Senators on Sunday afternoon at FNB Field.
Pamunkey Reservation named among nation’s most endangered historic places
The Pamunkey Indian Reservation in King William County, home to one of the nation’s oldest Indigenous communities, has been named one of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places.
Book talk with Bethel Booth to highlight spiritual reflection
Richmond author Bethel Booth will host a book talk and signing Thursday, May 29, at The Queen’s Library Tea Room to celebrate her debut release, “Her Letters to Him: 50 Prayers by a Woman After God’s Heart.”
City Council appoints RJ Warren as chief of staff
Richmond City Council has named RJ Warren as its new chief of staff.
Asian American Celebration features music, dance and global cuisine
The annual Asian American Celebration returns Saturday, May 17, with a full day of cultural performances, food and family-friendly activities at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
Climbing, kayaking and concerts converge at Riverrock weekend
It’s where gravity, grit and groove collide. Richmond’s Dominion Energy Riverrock returns May 17-19 to turn Brown’s Island into a high-octane playground of trail runs, climbing walls, flying dogs and thumping bass lines. Now in its 16th year, the free, three-day adrenaline fest draws over 100,000 fans annually—blending elite outdoor sport with live music in a setting where kayakers battle in polo scrums and boulderers scale walls to roaring crowds.
Agecroft Hall to host free concert and activities on Mother’s Day
Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host a free concert and family-friendly activities on Mother’s Day, inviting visitors to explore the historic site and its gardens.
VUU sweeps in shot put, discus at CIAA championship
Virginia Union University made history at the CIAA Men’s Track & Field Championship by sweeping both the shot put and discus throw for the first time, taking first, second and third place in each event. The landmark achievement capped a season in which the Panthers broke more than 10 school records, signaling major growth for the program.
Retired Army colonel to share story of Six Triple Eight in lecture at museum
Retired U.S. Army Col. Edna W. Cummings will speak at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture on Thursday, May 8, at noon. In her lecture, Cummings will discuss her memoir, “A Soldier’s Life: A Black Woman’s Rise from Army Brat to Six Triple Eight Champion,” which chronicles her path from a military childhood to leadership roles in the Army and beyond.
VMFA to temporarily close select galleries for expansion prep starting May 13
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts will temporarily close several galleries beginning May 13 as it prepares for the largest expansion and renovation project in its history, museum officials announced Monday.
Free concert series returns to Main Street Station
Live music is back at Main Street Station this month with the return of the Music at Main Street Station Concert Series. The free outdoor concert series continues Thursday, May 8, and each Thursday through May 22. Concerts will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on the patio at Main Street Station, located at 1500 E. Main St.
NSU offers 1st course on gaming management at university this fall
Norfolk State University will offer Virginia’s first college course on gaming management this fall. The course, Introduction to Gaming Management, will be available entirely online through the Business School’s Tourism and Hospitality Management program.
Patriots rally late to beat Squirrels 5-4 in series finale
The Richmond Flying Squirrels surrendered four late runs and fell to the Somerset Patriots, 5-4, in Sunday’s series finale at The Diamond.
Warnock to speak at Virginia Union’s 2025 commencement
Virginia Union University recently announced U.S. Sen. Raphael G. Warnock will deliver the keynote address at its 2025 commencement ceremony. The event will take place 9 a.m., Saturday, May 10, at Hovey Field on the university’s campus. In addition to his address, Warnock will be awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree in recognition of his leadership in public service, advocacy for social justice, and commitment to education and equity.
Parayo to oversee opening of Live! Casino Virginia in Petersburg
Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies recently appointed Penny Parayo as senior vice president of operations and general manager for Live! Casino Virginia, the gaming facility scheduled to open in Petersburg by the end of the year.
Chesterfield Schools adds 6 to Education Hall of Fame
Six former educators were inducted into the Chesterfield County Public Schools Hall of Fame during a May 1 ceremony, bringing the total membership to 30 since the program began in 2022.
VUU honors Greene, Rosales with top athletic awards
Virginia Union University recognized two standout student-athletes with its highest athletic honor during the 2025 VUU Athletic Banquet, held Thursday, April 24, at Hovey Field.
Stories, culture and community take center stage at Black Book Expo
Books will line the tables, rhythms will fill the air and stories — both written and spoken — will take center stage as the Elegba Folklore Society presents the 2025 Black Book Expo: A Conscious Literary Festival, May 10 and 11 at the Pine Camp Cultural Arts Center.
Golf classic in Petersburg to benefit hunger relief, youth programs
The green at Dogwood Trace Golf Course in Petersburg will be more than just a place to tee off May 15 — it will be a space to honor the legacy of retired Col. Porcher L. Taylor Jr. and support several critical community initiatives. The Colonel Porcher L. Taylor Jr. Legacy Golf Classic, hosted by the Petersburg Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, is an annual event that brings together golfers, sponsors and community leaders for a day of charity and camaraderie.
Hanover County appoints new director of information technology
Hanover County appointed Steve Rodriguez as its new director of information technology, effective July 1.
Henrico awards grants to support environmental projects
Henrico County has awarded grants to eight local organizations for environmental initiatives as part of the first round of its new Community Impact Grants program.
Flying Squirrels split doubleheader but fall in series finale
The Richmond Flying Squirrels snapped a four-game losing streak with a 4-1 win in the first game of a doubleheader against the Akron RubberDucks on Saturday night at Canal Park, before falling, 2-1, in extra innings in the second game.
Women’s conference offers spiritual growth, networking
A two-day women’s conference focused on worship, personal growth and spiritual empowerment will be held May 2 and 3 at New Life Outreach Church, 1005 Turner Road.
City cuts back on p-cards, overhauls purchasing program
The City of Richmond is making major changes to its purchasing card (p-card) program, reducing the number of cards in circulation by more than 80% and tightening restrictions on what they can be used to buy.
English appointed to National PAL Chiefs’ and Sheriffs’ Council
Henrico County Police Department Col. Eric D. English has been selected as a founding member of the National Police Activities/Athletic League’s (PAL) Chiefs’ and Sheriffs’ Council. English took his place on the council during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., last month.
Concert to feature young musicians and VCU Health Orchestra
Music Orchard Richmond (MOR) will host its first Side-by-Side Concert in collaboration with the VCU Health Orchestra on Friday, May 30, at 7:30 p.m.
