Vi’sjay Murphy, 3 , plays cornhole under the watchful eye of Mattia Pekanyande, Nala Jones, Miles Pekanyande and Zuri Arnold during the James River EcoFest Sept. 7 at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center.

A water gauge measures levels in Great Shiplock Park in the East End. The park showcases the James River and Kanawha Canal lock. Once vital for tobacco transport, it now offers scenic Downtown Richmond views and trail amenities. The park was renovated in 2013 as part of the Virginia Capital Trail project.

Milkweed pods in the East End