Javonte Harding and the Aggies are tearing up the track
Javonte Harding has proven to be the fastest man in the MEAC.
Former Richmonder Todd taking talents to NBA draft
Former Richmonder Isaiah Todd is among those hop- ing to hear his name called in this year’s NBA Draft.
Aretha Ann Washington, who provided a mother’s love to dozens of children, dies at 74
Aretha Ann Washington’s home always overflowed with children.
Bessie E. Hundley, salon owner, travel agent and day care operator, dies at 99
Frustrated by low wages, Bessie Mercell Eddleton Hund- ley went into business for herself.
$2.1M federal grant to help acquire new riverfront parkland
City Hall and a regional conservancy group are on track to receive a $2.1 million grant to support the expansion of park space along the James River.
City Council works on plan for distributing American Rescue Plan funds
Richmond City Council is taking its first swing at divvying up the massive infusion of nearly $155 million that is to flow into city coffers from the federal American Rescue Plan.
Street conditions improving with paving, pothole repair
The condition of city streets is improving as more paving is done and the number of reported potholes has fallen sharply.
New city appointments announced
Mayor Levar M. Stoney has named four women and a man to fill key roles in the administration.
Tax time
Monday, May 17. That’s the deadline for Virginians to file their federal and state income taxes for the year 2020.
Richmond Flying Squirrels to host job fair May 13
The Richmond Flying Squirrels are hosting a job fair from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 13, at The Diamond, 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Blvd.
City doesn’t own Confederate monument at South Richmond courthouse
The City of Richmond has never owned the massive Confederate stone monument that sits outside the South Side courthouse named for Richmond’s first Black mayor, Henry L. Marsh III, and his brother, Harold M. Marsh Sr.
RPS launches community conversations May 15 about school reopening
Richmond Public Schools is partnering with local businesses, churches and nonprofits to host community conversations to prepare families for city schools reopening for in-person learning.
Broader vision called for in building new Wythe H.S.
How many new high school seats does Richmond need now and how many will it need in 20 years?
Dems in governor’s race face off in 2nd debate
The Democratic candidates for Virginia governor sparred over policing and economic development in their second debate on May 6, an event that showcased the diverse styles and perspectives of the field that voters will winnow next month.
Crusade for Voters announces Democratic primary endorsements
The Richmond Crusade for Voters plans to urge city voters to support incumbent Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney Colette W. McEachin and incumbent Richmond Sheriff Antionette V. Irving in the June 8 Democratic primary.
GOP chooses statewide ticket for November
Glenn Youngkin, a political newcomer who campaigned as a conservative, Christian outsider, bested a field of seven candidates to emerge as Virginia Republicans’ nominee for governor, in a year when the GOP hopes to end a 12-year losing streak in statewide races.
Speakers virtually inspire VUU graduates
It was a momentous day for thousands of students last Saturday as Virginia Union University recognized its spring 2021 graduates with a virtual commencement ceremony.
VSU considering move to MEAC
Virginia State University, a member of the CIAA since 1920, may be considering a move to the MEAC.
Kyrie Irving’s recent conversion puts spotlight on athletes observing Ramadan
NBA star Kyrie Irving’s recent conversion to Islam has brought new attention to the relationship between Muslim athletes and Ramadan, the holiest month on the Islamic calendar, when Muslims abstain from food and drink during the day.
