VSU, VUU poll third and fourth in CIAA basketball rankings
Virginia State University has been picked to finish third and Virginia Union University fourth in this season’s CIAA Northern Division basketball chase.
Center ordered to sell Cowardin Avenue parcel
Pastor Stephen A. Parson has spent more than 16 months fending off a lender’s attempt to foreclose on the current South Side home of the Richmond Christian Center he founded more than 30 years ago.
Federal judges order redrawing of Scott’s district
This week, a divided federal court panel upheld critics’ complaints in finding that black voters were illegally overloaded into the district represented by Virginia’s lone black congressman, Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott.
Area pastors split on view of court ruling
Law versus theology
While gay and lesbian couples celebrated their new right to marry in Virginia, several area ministers were expressing reluctance to marry same-sex couples.
Personality: Amy P. Nisenson
Spotlight on new chair of Leadership Metro Richmond
Amy P. Nisenson exudes a strong inner confidence. She describes herself as “caring, humble and self- motivated.”
Raymond H. Boone, Free Press founder, to be honored
Raymond Boone Sr., who died at age 76 in June after battling pancreatic cancer, is being honored this week for his unflinching civil rights work by the Richmond NAACP.
Armstrong Wildcats pounce on Varina
The metamorphosis is complete. Armstrong High School football has gone from powder puff to powerhouse.
No time for hate
Oct. 6, 2014, should go down as a red-letter day in the history of Virginia. The U.S. Supreme Court opened the door for same-sex couples to legally marry in the commonwealth.
VUU homecoming kicks off
Virginia Union University’s homecoming this weekend should be a memorable affair.
Virginia now for all lovers
Jubilant couples head to courthouse for marriage licenses
On Monday, the Supreme Court effectively allowed same-sex marriage to proceed in Virginia when it refused to take up a 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that overturned the same-sex marriage ban.
Denzel Washington plays ‘Equalizer’ with signature quiet intensity
Denzel Washington reteams with his Training Day director Antoine Fuqua in the action thriller, The Equalizer.
Students protest VSU leadership
Confidence in Dr. Keith T. Miller’s leadership as president of Virginia State University appears to be quickly eroding as the university deals with a serious financial challenge brought on by slumping enrollment.
NY Yankees legend Derek Jeter ends stellar career on high note
Derek Jeter stepped to bat for the final time in his magnificent 20-year career Sunday.
South African artist leaves mark at VMFA
A renowned South African artist has put her personal touch on the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ permanent collection.
Churches to help end inaction on end-of-life planning
Too many people have not prepared written instructions in case of a serious accident or illness.
FCC considers ban on Washington NFL team name
The Federal Communications Commission is considering whether to punish broadcasters for using the moniker of the Washington NFL team, a word many consider a slur to Native Americans, the agency’s chairman indicated Tuesday.
Rivalry brings out the spirit
It was a classic showdown between two city rivals — George Wythe and Huguenot high schools.
Meal program expanded
Schools’ decision to participate in a federal program that provides nutritious free breakfasts and lunches to the entire student body at Carver and the city’s 43 other public schools.
Jack J. Pollard, “The Peanut Man,” succumbs at 71
He was known throughout the community as “The Peanut Man.” But to those who knew and loved him best, Jack J. Pollard Jr. was much more.
Historical marker highlights First African Baptist Church
A new state historical marker in Downtown will celebrate the creation of First African Baptist Church.
