Personality: Lynn Gary Atkins Jr.
Spotlight on artistic director of One Voice Chorus
Dr. Lynn Gary Atkins Jr. is artistic director of Richmond’s One Voice Chorus, the interracial singing group that has been making beautiful music for more than a decade.
Celebrating Father’s Day
What is your fondest memory of your father?
On Sunday, June 21, we celebrate Father’s Dayand all the love, lessons and gifts they give to their families and children.In honor of this special day, the Free Press asked people: What is your fondest memory of your father?
Mo’ne Davis to play Saturday in Henrico
Mo’ne Davis, the 14-year-old female pitching sensation selected as the Associated Press 2014 Female Athlete of the Year, will be testing her fastball Saturday against a team of Richmond area standouts.
ROC changes name, hires new pastor
The Richmond Outreach Center on South Side is undergoing a makeover as it tries to move beyond the scandal-plagued “Pastor G” era.
We need to teach our children
I did not find your editorial that compared bikers to black hoodlums to be a very helpful analysis.
Reflecting on Juneteenth
One hundred and fifty years ago, Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, bearing news that would fulfill the Emancipation Proclamation’s promise of freedom. As word broke that the Civil War had finally ended, people began to celebrate the end of slavery in the South.
Black Press
188 years of excellence
In recognition of the 75th anniversary of the National Newspaper Publishers Association, it is important to emphasize both the historical and contemporary mission, value and success of the Black Press in America. For the past 188 years black Americans have labored diligently and responsibly to publish and distribute black-owned newspapers in the interests of millions of black Americans and others who cry out for freedom, justice, equality and empowerment.
Forgive student loan debt
By the time you read this, millions of college students will have graduated and be looking for jobs. Many will be going on to grad school and millions suddenly will be faced with paying off college loans or contemplating obtaining a loan for graduate studies. Neither option is attractive.
The Dolezal debate
The curious story of Rachel Dolezal has transfixed the nation, as though we are passing by a mirror and looking at ourselves. In a sense, we are. We are peering into the racial reflection of the nation and discovering what truths and lies are beneath the surface.
Urban League group hosting panel discussion
The Urban League of Greater Richmond and its Young Professionals auxiliary are hosting a panel discussion on criminal justice reform.
Va. historical marker dedication at Pocahontas Island
Petersburg’s Pocahontas Island, a thriving free black community before the Civil War, will be commemorated with a state historical marker.
Hillary Clinton speaking at Jefferson-Jackson Dinner
When Hillary Clinton spoke at the Democratic Party of Virginia’s annual Jefferson-Jackson dinner in Richmond in February 2008, most of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus supported her opponent — Barack Obama — who also spoke at the event.
Richmond practice schedule announced for Washington NFL team
For a third straight year, Richmond will serve as the preseason training site for Washington’s NFL team. The Jay Gruden-coached pros will hold public practice sessions at the Bon Secours Training Center, 2401 W. Leigh St., July 30 through Aug. 16.
In 2015: MEAC football champs head to Celebration Bowl, not NCAA playoffs
Going to the Celebration Bowl — and not the NCAA playoffs — is now the top postseason goal of Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference football programs. The inaugural Celebration Bowl, set for Dec. 19, will pit the MEAC champion against the kingpin from the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).
VUU to play 7 N.C. schools this football season
Virginia Union University’s 2015 football schedule could be billed as the Panthers versus North Carolina. VUU has seven games against teams from North Carolina universities, including its first five opponents.
Armstrong softball team thrives despite lack of field, resources
The Armstrong High girls’ softball team didn’t win the official Conference 26 championship. But the Wildcats did claim the unofficial Richmond city title.
Should LeBron James be the MVP?
Perhaps the NBA needs to change the name of its championship Finals MVP award to “MVP of the Winning Team.”
