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An emotional state Sen. Jennifer L. McClellan, head of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Commission that spearheaded the creation of the monument, is comforted by Gov. Ralph S. Northam as Delegate Betsy B. Carr, left, applauds the unveiling. Many in the crowd also shed tears during the ceremony.

An emotional state Sen. Jennifer L. McClellan, head of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Commission that spearheaded the creation of the monument, is …

Published on January 6, 2022

Celebrating Cardinal Elementary’s dedication with a ribbon-cutting are, several students and, from left, School Board member Nicole Jones; Principal Juvenal E. Abrego- Meneses; School Board Chairwoman Cheryl L. Burke; Delegate Betsy B. Carr; Superintendent Jason Kamras and the Cardinal mascot.

Celebrating Cardinal Elementary’s dedication with a ribbon-cutting are, several students and, from left, School Board member Nicole Jones; Principal Juvenal E. Abrego- Meneses; School Board …

Published on August 19, 2021

Signs of spring abound, from robins to daffodils to baseball. Here, Nutzy, the mascot of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, climbs the steps of The Diamond baseball stadium to kick off the team’s first event of its 11th season — a block party last Saturday at the stadium on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. Nutzy’s Block Party included live music, dancing, local vendors and ballpark tours. It was the first opportunity for fans to buy game tickets before the season home opener on Thursday, April 16, against the Bowie Baysox of Maryland. The Richmond Flying Squirrels are the Double-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants.

Signs of spring abound, from robins to daffodils to baseball. Here, Nutzy, the mascot of the Richmond Flying Squirrels, climbs the steps of The Diamond …

Published on March 13, 2020

Cyclists participating in the Black Lives Matter Father’s Day Bike Ride pause to take a group picture Sunday in front of the Lee statue during the ride through the city.The Urban Cycling Group and R&B singer Trey Songz organized the unifying event that drew hundreds to ride peacefully through the city.

Cyclists participating in the Black Lives Matter Father’s Day Bike Ride pause to take a group picture Sunday in front of the Lee statue during …

Published on June 25, 2020

Ashley S. Bland is surprised last Friday with a plaque and roses presented by Richmond Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras, right, and Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney. She thought she was attending a Teacher Appreciation Week event at John B. Cary Elementary School when she was surprised with the Teacher of the Year Award.

Ashley S. Bland is surprised last Friday with a plaque and roses presented by Richmond Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras, right, and Richmond Mayor Levar M. …

Published on May 13, 2021

Ashley S. Bland reacts with utter surprise Monday as Gov. Ralph S. Northam announces that she is Virginia’s Region 1 Teacher of the Year 2021 during a program at Richmond’s John B. Cary Elementary School, where Ms. Bland thought she would be leading a tour of the school’s outdoor environmental learning center.

Ashley S. Bland reacts with utter surprise Monday as Gov. Ralph S. Northam announces that she is Virginia’s Region 1 Teacher of the Year 2021 …

Published on October 7, 2021

Demonstrators parade past the historic Jackson Ward police-fire station on July 15 on their way to “Reclamation Revival Day 3.” Location: 200 W. Marshall St. They marched to the Richmond Coliseum for a sit-in and speeches before marching and demonstrating about 10:15 p.m. outside the West Clay Street home of City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray.

Demonstrators parade past the historic Jackson Ward police-fire station on July 15 on their way to “Reclamation Revival Day 3.” Location: 200 W. Marshall St. …

Published on July 23, 2020

Hundreds gather for a Juneteenth candlelight vigil in front of the former monument to Confederate President Jefferson Davis, whose statue already has been torn down. The display capped the all-day celebration of the liberation of slaves on Friday, June 19. R&B singer Trey Songz was among the participants in the candlelight event that began at the Lee statue and culminated at the Davis monument.

Hundreds gather for a Juneteenth candlelight vigil in front of the former monument to Confederate President Jefferson Davis, whose statue already has been torn down. …

Published on June 25, 2020

Above left, wearing orange stickers that read, “Guns SAVE Lives,” gun advocates line up to enter the public galleries in the Capitol before Tuesday’s special session. Right, three members of the Legislative Black Caucus give a power salute showing solidarity with gun control advocates Tuesday on their way to a special session of the General Assembly. From left, they are Delegates Joseph C. “Joe” Lindsey of Norfolk, Marcia S. “Cia” Price of Newport News and Lashrecse D. Aird of Petersburg.

Above left, wearing orange stickers that read, “Guns SAVE Lives,” gun advocates line up to enter the public galleries in the Capitol before Tuesday’s special …

Published on July 12, 2019

Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, center, vows to raise teacher pay as he launches his campaign Wednesday outside Miles Jones Elementary School in South Side. Joining him are, from left, Richmond educator Dr. Milondra b. Coleman, Virginia House Majority Leader Charniele L. Herring of Alexandria, state Senate President Pro Tempore L. Louise Lucas of Portsmouth and Mayor Levar M. Stoney.

Former Gov. Terry McAuliffe, center, vows to raise teacher pay as he launches his campaign Wednesday outside Miles Jones Elementary School in South Side. Joining …

Published on December 10, 2020

A giant symbol of the times now adorns the facade of the Science Museum of Virginia as it prepares to reopen to the public 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. The museum, at 2500 W. Broad St. near Downtown, has been closed to visitors for months because of the pandemic. The giant mask is a reminder that visitors will need to wear one to get in. The museum is one of many cultural spaces that are putting new requirements in place in moving from virtual events to actually welcoming visitors. In addition to the mask requirement, the museum will have visitors buy timed admission tickets in advance. It also will limit the number of people entering during operating hours. The museum currently is hosting the state Senate during the General Assembly’s special session.

A giant symbol of the times now adorns the facade of the Science Museum of Virginia as it prepares to reopen to the public 9:30 …

Published on September 3, 2020

Who are these girls?-Eva Carter, 5, left, and her 3-year-old sister, Gabby Carter, are in Downtown by the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Mayor Levar M. Stoney declared April 17 Giles B. Jackson Day and a proclamation was presented to Mr. Jackson’s descendants Saturday by state Delegates Jeff M. Bourne of Richmond and Lamont Bagby of Henrico, members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus at the kickoff of The JXN Project’s celebration commemorating the 150th anniversary of Jackson Ward.

Who are these girls?-Eva Carter, 5, left, and her 3-year-old sister, Gabby Carter, are in Downtown by the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Mayor Levar M. …

Published on April 22, 2021

Standing up for the park Members of Fans of Monroe Park protest May 17 after credit card giant Capital One is allowed for the fourth year to set up a huge tent on the park’s west side for stockholder meetings. Under its deal with the city, the company secures the use of the property in exchange for a contribution supporting Altria Theater, which sits across the street. Holding signs showing their opposition are, from front left, Caroline Cox, Thomas Alleman and Maggie Johnston, and, in the background, Steve Carter-Lovejoy and Heather Price. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Standing up for the park Members of Fans of Monroe Park protest May 17 after credit card giant Capital One is allowed for the fourth …

Published on May 31, 2019

Two signs depict the old and the new when it comes to the name of this North Side street whose residents include U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine and his wife, Anne B. Holton. The aging street sign still reads Con- federate Avenue, while the sign in the next picture, in the median, displays the new name City Council officially approved last month for the street — Laburnum Park Boulevard. The city Department of Public Works has not announced when the replacement signs bearing the new name will be put in place.

Two signs depict the old and the new when it comes to the name of this North Side street whose residents include U.S. Sen. Tim …

Published on December 24, 2020

New General Assembly session Petersburg Delegate Lashrecse D. Aird and her seatmate, Newport News Delegate Marcia S. Price, look up as a person in the upstairs gallery takes their photo. Looking on is Delegate Luke E. Torian of Prince William County. Scenes like this were commonplace Wednesday as the General Assembly opened its 2019 session, which is expected to run about 46 days. Legislators, whose seats will be up for election in November, will be rushing during the short session to get through a sea of bills and amend the current two-year budget before adjourning in late February. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

New General Assembly session Petersburg Delegate Lashrecse D. Aird and her seatmate, Newport News Delegate Marcia S. Price, look up as a person in the …

Published on January 12, 2019

Shayla D.B. Holman, right, principal of Overby-Sheppard Elementary School in North Side, and Assistant Principal Duane Samuels survey a room packed with books and other items that parents were to pick up between 2 and 5 p.m. Thursday so students could be ready for the start of online classes Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Shayla D.B. Holman, right, principal of Overby-Sheppard Elementary School in North Side, and Assistant Principal Duane Samuels survey a room packed with books and other …

Published on September 3, 2020

the new $40 million Henry L. Marsh III Elementary School at 813 N. 28th St. is one of three new city school buildings that are ready for use but remain closed as students will have online classes this fall. No concrete plans have been made on whether this or any other school building will be used for day care.

the new $40 million Henry L. Marsh III Elementary School at 813 N. 28th St. is one of three new city school buildings that are …

Published on August 20, 2020

Richmond Fire Chief Melvin Carter delivers remarks during the city’s commemoration last Friday, where the flag was lowered at Fire Station 10 on Hermitage Road. Firefighters from several stations stood at attention during the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Levar M. Stoney also spoke, while Police Chief Gerald M. Smith attended the event, which also was streamed online.

Richmond Fire Chief Melvin Carter delivers remarks during the city’s commemoration last Friday, where the flag was lowered at Fire Station 10 on Hermitage Road. …

Published on September 17, 2020

City Hall is being proactive in pushing safe practices during the pandemic. This sign was prominently displayed outside the second floor City Council Chambers on Monday before the nine council members were sworn in — including seven women, the most ever. Only a few people, mostly media and some family members, were allowed in the chamber for the ceremony. Others were able to connect to online channels to see the public ceremony.

City Hall is being proactive in pushing safe practices during the pandemic. This sign was prominently displayed outside the second floor City Council Chambers on …

Published on January 7, 2021

A ceremonial mechanical excavator is on site for the groundbreaking at the CoStar Group’s campus in Downtown Richmond in front of the current CoStar headquarters building at 5th and Tredegar streets. CoStar, founded in 1987, provides commercial real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces for real estate transactions. Community partners, CoStar employees and the public witnessed the ceremonial groundbreaking and announcements about the $460 million project that is projected to bring at least 2,000 new jobs to the area.

A ceremonial mechanical excavator is on site for the groundbreaking at the CoStar Group’s campus in Downtown Richmond in front of the current CoStar headquarters …

Published on November 3, 2022