Louisa ASALH branch to host free seminars
“Peace, Power, Respect,” seminars organized and sponsored by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, Louisa Branch, will explore education and the American justice system in February.
733-foot art print unveiling Saturday on Brown’s Island for World Cancer Day
Art on Wheels will unveil “Impressions of Courage,” a 733-foot long art print honoring 207 people whose lives have been altered by cancer.
Writers to speak at Downtown library event
Several African-American writers will speak and lead writing workshops at a Literacy Showcase for Black Authors 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25, at the Richmond Public Library’s Main Branch, 101 E. Franklin St., in Downtown. The event is …
‘Hidden Figures,’ ‘Fences’ win big at SAG Awards
Free Press wire reports HOLLYWOOD, Calif. The cast of “Hidden Figures” rocketed to the Screen Actors Guild top award at a fiery, protest-laden ceremony last Sunday that was dominated by words of defiance and dismay about President Trump’s sweeping immigration …
Oscars not so white at least in this year’s nominations
This year’s Oscar nominations honor the largest ever group of actors of color, along with a diverse range of stories, a year after Hollywood was slammed for excluding diverse talent.
Better Housing Coalition advances plans for apartments on former St. Elizabeth’s School site
A fresh attempt is being made to create affordable apartments on the site of a long closed Catholic school in North Side. The nonprofit Better Housing Coalition is advancing the latest proposal.
City moves to donate land for state monument
Richmond is moving to donate a small piece of Brown’s Island to the state as the site for the future Emancipation Proclamation and Freedom Monument.
10,000 consumers to benefit from state deal with loan company
Thousands of desperate Virginia consumers who borrowed money from a supposed Native American company called Western Sky Financial soon will have their loans forgiven or will get a refund of the illegal sky-high interest they paid. Virginia Attorney General Mark …
Debate over treatment of autistic student to be battled out in court
Stephanie Priddy, a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School, was taken out of the West End school in police handcuffs. Her crime: Going to class.
Dr. Frank S. Royal steps down as chair of Meharry Medical College
For decades, Dr. Frank S. Royal regularly flew to Nashville to lead board meetings at historic Meharry Medical College. But at 77, the retired Richmond physician has decided “it is time to let someone else take over.”
7 to be honored as 2017 Strong Men & Women
Seven civic-minded professionals announced as the 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History include scientists, a judge, a news anchor and a state lawmaker.
Storytelling festival this weekend at First Baptist Church
Nationally renowned storyteller Sheila Arnold Jones of Hampton will be among three performers at the Hearts Afire Storytelling Festival this weekend at First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Ave.
Area Black History Month events
History, art, culture and the triumphs of African-American people will mark area programs and celebrations during Black History Month. Activities including art exhibits, films, musical performances and more will highlight the festivities, which are scheduled from Jan. 27 through Feb. …
Thousands join March on Monument for message of equality, unity
More than 2,000 people turned out last weekend in Richmond to promote equality, justice, inclusion, unity and action ahead of Friday’s inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Alpha Kappa Alpha chapter presents 20 debutantes
Twenty young women were presented by the Upsilon Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority at its 2016 Debutante Presentation and Ball.
