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Zymeir Parker, 5, left, Tamika and James Wilson Jr. with their 5-year-old son, James Wilson III, center, and Jazmin Woodson with her 1-year-old daughter, Navy Woodson, right, interact with farm animals at the petting zoo.

Zymeir Parker, 5, left, Tamika and James Wilson Jr. with their 5-year-old son, James Wilson III, center, and Jazmin Woodson with her 1-year-old daughter, Navy …

Published on August 7, 2025
Erin Carter and her daughter, Emree, learn about the bomb suit used by Henrico Police Department.

Erin Carter and her daughter, Emree, learn about the bomb suit used by Henrico Police Department.

Published on August 7, 2025
Ron Wright and his 8-year-old daughter, Jordan, learn about VCU’s LifeEvac helicopter and emergency response operations.

Ron Wright and his 8-year-old daughter, Jordan, learn about VCU’s LifeEvac helicopter and emergency response operations.

Published on August 7, 2025
A team of current and former firefighters prepares a hot air balloon shaped like Tiny the Fire Dog. The balloon honors retired Henrico Deputy Fire Chief R.C. “Tiny” Dawson and pays tribute to fallen emergency personnel.

A team of current and former firefighters prepares a hot air balloon shaped like Tiny the Fire Dog. The balloon honors retired Henrico Deputy Fire …

Published on August 7, 2025
Mariyah Martin, 6, poses for a photo with Spider-Punk during the event.

Mariyah Martin, 6, poses for a photo with Spider-Punk during the event.

Published on August 7, 2025
Map detail from the “Live and Learn” website recently launched by the University of Richmond. Darker shades represent areas with some subsidized affordable housing; the triangles in those areas indicate low reading proficiency among students, while the blue dots in areas without affordable housing indicate high reading proficiency. These disparities also closely reflect the racial geography of our region.

Map detail from the “Live and Learn” website recently launched by the University of Richmond. Darker shades represent areas with some subsidized affordable housing; the …

Published on August 7, 2025

Published on August 7, 2025
Ta’mya Kiefer (7) of the Rocky Mount Raiders softball team from North Carolina steps up to bat against the USZ Angels in the 18U division of the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League’s 34th annual championships on Sunday, Aug. 3.

Ta’mya Kiefer (7) of the Rocky Mount Raiders softball team from North Carolina steps up to bat against the USZ Angels in the 18U division …

Published on August 7, 2025
Aiki Uchida, of Saitama Japan Little League and Andrew McKetta of Richmond Little League chat on the field Monday, Aug. 4 during interleague games held as part of the Richmond Little League Sister City Baseball Exchange.

Aiki Uchida, of Saitama Japan Little League and Andrew McKetta of Richmond Little League chat on the field Monday, Aug. 4 during interleague games held …

Published on August 7, 2025
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Kaitlyn Scroggins

Published on August 7, 2025
The newly renovated William Fox Elementary School in Richmond’s Fan District is shown Wednesday, Aug. 6. The historic school reopened more than three years after a 2022 fire severely damaged the building, prompting a $30 million restoration.

The newly renovated William Fox Elementary School in Richmond’s Fan District is shown Wednesday, Aug. 6. The historic school reopened more than three years after …

Published on August 7, 2025
Third-floor common area and hallway outside the multipurpose room at the newly renovated William F. Fox Elementary School on Hanover Avenue in Richmond’s Fan District. The school reopens this week.

Third-floor common area and hallway outside the multipurpose room at the newly renovated William F. Fox Elementary School on Hanover Avenue in Richmond’s Fan District. …

Published on August 7, 2025
A’Layla Hunter, 2, enjoys a carousel ride during the 42nd Annual National Night Out at Dorey Park on Tuesday, Aug. 5. The event, organized by Hope Givers USA and Speaking Spirit Ministries, drew an estimated 17,000 people. See story for more photos.

A’Layla Hunter, 2, enjoys a carousel ride during the 42nd Annual National Night Out at Dorey Park on Tuesday, Aug. 5. The event, organized by …

Published on August 7, 2025
Lightning struck the northside neighborhoods of Richmond, visible from the corner of Broad and Harrison Street on Saturday, July 19. The days ahead are expected to be hot and humid, with sunshine on Thursday followed by a chance of afternoon thunderstorms Friday and into the weekend.

Lightning struck the northside neighborhoods of Richmond, visible from the corner of Broad and Harrison Street on Saturday, July 19. The days ahead are expected …

Published on August 7, 2025
Dozens of protestors attend the “Rage Against the Regime” event, organized by 50501VA and Punks 4 Liberation on Saturday Aug. 2. It featured death metal, grindcore, indie rock and hardcore music, along with speakers opposing the Trump administration.

Dozens of protestors attend the “Rage Against the Regime” event, organized by 50501VA and Punks 4 Liberation on Saturday Aug. 2. It featured death metal, …

Published on August 7, 2025
Brick, bassist for the band Lay Waste, performs during the event.

Brick, bassist for the band Lay Waste, performs during the event.

Published on August 7, 2025
Moth and Summer blooms

Moth and Summer blooms

Published on August 7, 2025
Richmonders gathered in Shockoe Bottom on Saturday, Aug. 2, to celebrate 804 Day. a block party–style festival featuring live music across multiple stages, local vendors, food, drinks and showcases of area nonprofits. In this photo, rock band Bucko performs on the WNRN stage.

Richmonders gathered in Shockoe Bottom on Saturday, Aug. 2, to celebrate 804 Day. a block party–style festival featuring live music across multiple stages, local vendors, …

Published on August 7, 2025
Brothers Alvin, 6, and Ashton, 3, Shelton draw with chalk as the music plays at 804 Day.

Brothers Alvin, 6, and Ashton, 3, Shelton draw with chalk as the music plays at 804 Day.

Published on August 7, 2025
After two months of rehabilitation, the Wildlife Center of Virginia released a Red-tailed Hawk—its 1,778th patient of the year—back into the wild on Thursday, August 7, at Maymont. Dozens gathered to witness the release, including Delegate Betsy B. Carr and City Council Vice President Katherine Jordan...Hawk #25-1778 was rescued on May 26 in Forest Hill Park with help from Julie Kacmarcik, a bird bander with the Richmond Audubon Society...Following its rescue, the Center’s rehabilitation team provided daily care and closely monitored the hawk’s progress. By mid-June, it was completing daily flight exercises in a large outdoor enclosure to rebuild strength and stamina. On July 31, the hawk was officially cleared for release...This hawk also helped save another’s life. Around the time of its rescue, a second hawk was admitted to the Center with severe internal bleeding. A blood transfusion from Hawk #25-1778 helped stabilize the injured bird and played a key role in its recovery.

After two months of rehabilitation, the Wildlife Center of Virginia released a Red-tailed Hawk—its 1,778th patient of the year—back into the wild on Thursday, August …

Published on August 7, 2025