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Two Richmond lawyers, Oliver W. Hill Sr. and Spottswood W. Robinson III, who were at the center of the battle for civil rights, are being remembered with state historic markers. Dr. Oliver W. Hill Jr. stands beside the marker to his late father that was unveiled in a ceremony Feb. 6 at the Lewis F. Powell Jr. United States Courthouse in Downtown. With him is J. Maurice Hopkins, a member of the Midlothian-based Oliver White Hill Foundation.

Two Richmond lawyers, Oliver W. Hill Sr. and Spottswood W. Robinson III, who were at the center of the battle for civil rights, are being …

Published on February 14, 2020
Ducks and geese walk and swim past signs posted at Swan Lake in Byrd Park that seek to educate human visitors on why they should not indulge in a popular pastime — feeding the waterfowl. One big concern is that feeding them “people food” like bread, crackers and other items high in carbohydrates can damage their health, experts note.

Ducks and geese walk and swim past signs posted at Swan Lake in Byrd Park that seek to educate human visitors on why they should …

Published on February 14, 2020
Bayron Rosales, 3, opens wide as Dr. Taibah AlBaker works on his mouth during VCu Dental Care Pediatric Dentistry’s annual day of free dental care last Friday at the Lyons Dental Building on 12th Street in Downtown. The effort was part of the American Dental Association’s annual “Give Kids A Smile” program begun in 2003 in which dentists, dental hygienists and dental assistants around the country volunteer their time and talents to provide free care to youngsters who otherwise would not have access to a dentist. In Richmond, pediatric dental specialists offered exams, cleanings, X-rays, fillings, extractions and minor restorations to youngsters without dental insurance. The national program kicks off National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Bayron Rosales, 3, opens wide as Dr. Taibah AlBaker works on his mouth during VCu Dental Care Pediatric Dentistry’s annual day of free dental care …

Published on February 14, 2020
Matthew A. Cherry and Karen Rupert Toliver show off their Oscars awarded for best animated short film for “Hair Love” during last Sunday’s Academy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles.

Matthew A. Cherry and Karen Rupert Toliver show off their Oscars awarded for best animated short film for “Hair Love” during last Sunday’s Academy Awards …

Published on February 14, 2020
Dr. Carter G. Woodson

Dr. Carter G. Woodson

Published on February 14, 2020
This year’s honorees in the “Strong Men & Women in Virginia History” are, from left, Torrey Smith, retired Judge Marcus D. Williams, Penny J. Franklin, Kaci M. Easley and Dr. Joycelyn S. Harrison.

This year’s honorees in the “Strong Men & Women in Virginia History” are, from left, Torrey Smith, retired Judge Marcus D. Williams, Penny J. Franklin, …

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Published on February 14, 2020

Published on February 14, 2020

Published on February 14, 2020

Published on February 14, 2020
Willie Wood

Willie Wood

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Coach Parker

Coach Parker

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Published on February 14, 2020
Tyriek Railey

Tyriek Railey

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Published on February 14, 2020
Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna

Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna

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Published on February 14, 2020
A page from Omar ibn Said’s autobiography, written in Arabic around 1831. A digital version has been published on the Library of Congress' website. Page courtesy of Library of Congress. This portrait of Omar ibn Said, which has since been colorized, was made sometime in the 1850s. Photo courtesy of Yale University Library

A page from Omar ibn Said’s autobiography, written in Arabic around 1831. A digital version has been published on the Library of Congress' website. Page …

Published on February 14, 2020
Dr. Dixon

Dr. Dixon

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Mr. Williams

Mr. Williams

Published on February 14, 2020