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Flanked by U.S. Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, left, and Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, Anne Holton, wife of Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine, engages the crowd as she stumps for her husband and presidential nominee Hillary Clinton at Rep. Scott’s Annual Labor Day Cookout. In front, from left, are Delegate Marcia Price of Newport News, Rep. Scott’s niece; state Sen. Mamie Locke of Hampton, chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus; Lisa Lucas-Burke, a candidate for Portsmouth City Council; former Newport News Delegate Flora Crittenden; Newport News Mayor McKinley Price, Rep. Scott’s brother-in-law and the father of Delegate Price; and Chesapeake City Councilwoman Ella P. Ward.

Flanked by U.S. Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott, left, and Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam, Anne Holton, wife of Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Kaine, engages …

Published on September 9, 2016

Party with Politics - Rep. Scott’s niece, Marcia Price, worked the crowd. She is running for the 95th District House seat in Newport News. With her are her mother, Valerie Scott Price, and Judith C. Anderson of Richmond, former deputy secretary of the commonwealth.

Party with Politics - Rep. Scott’s niece, Marcia Price, worked the crowd. She is running for the 95th District House seat in Newport News. With …

Published on September 11, 2015

Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Dana T. Bedden addresses a rally last week packed with more than 500 people to save Armstrong High School and other schools from closure. Location: Mt. Olivet Church in the East End.

Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Dana T. Bedden addresses a rally last week packed with more than 500 people to save Armstrong High School and other …

Published on April 22, 2016

Cruising // Under the watchful eye of her father, Tommy Davis, young Luci cruises on her bicycle along the 500 block of South Davis Avenue during a sunny spell on Memorial Day weekend in the West End. Please see additional holiday photos, Page B3.

Cruising // Under the watchful eye of her father, Tommy Davis, young Luci cruises on her bicycle along the 500 block of South Davis Avenue …

Published on June 3, 2016

Better Housing Coalition officials said talks continue with the city for the release of millions of dollars to cover utility lines and other infrastructure for the Highland Grove project, a mixed-income housing development in the 500 block of Dove Street in Highland Park.

Better Housing Coalition officials said talks continue with the city for the release of millions of dollars to cover utility lines and other infrastructure for …

Published on December 14, 2023

As a child, Nile Price spent more time in the hospital than out as he received treatment for sickle cell anemia. He was given an endless supply of movies to watch while in the hospital, which sparked his interest in filmmaking. His film “For the Moon” will be shown during the Afrikana Film Festival on Sept. 16.

As a child, Nile Price spent more time in the hospital than out as he received treatment for sickle cell anemia. He was given an …

Published on September 7, 2023

Medical supply giant Owens & Minor plans to bring 500 employees to the Riverfront Plaza in Downtown. Location: 901 E. Byrd St.

Medical supply giant Owens & Minor plans to bring 500 employees to the Riverfront Plaza in Downtown. Location: 901 E. Byrd St.

Published on February 23, 2017

The Metropolitan Business League’s “Women Who Mean Business Summit” drew attendees from throughout the Richmond region on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Richmond Marriott, 500 E. Broad St. The daylong enabled women to explore entrepreneurship, leadership and share innovative ideas regarding their businesses.

The Metropolitan Business League’s “Women Who Mean Business Summit” drew attendees from throughout the Richmond region on Friday, Oct. 27 at the Richmond Marriott, 500 …

Published on November 3, 2023

A rising VSU senior and computer engineering major, Jeremey Johnson was noticed by multiple Fortune 500 companies that were seeking summer interns, including Honda North America. Honda selected Mr. Johnson for a paid 2022 summer co-op position at one of the company’s South Carolina locations.

A rising VSU senior and computer engineering major, Jeremey Johnson was noticed by multiple Fortune 500 companies that were seeking summer interns, including Honda North …

Published on September 1, 2022

Imam Irfan Ali Shah of the Islamic Center of Henrico offers prayers in remembrance of the victims of the Easter Sunday bombings at three Christian churches and three luxury hotels in Sri Lanka that claimed the lives of more than 250 people and wounded 500 others. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Imam Irfan Ali Shah of the Islamic Center of Henrico offers prayers in remembrance of the victims of the Easter Sunday bombings at three Christian …

Published on May 3, 2019

Fraternal twins Aniyah Rawl, left, and her brother, Xavier Rawl, 14, pause for a portrait through the frame of the Dodge Daytona Coupe 500 R that they are helping to build under the tutelage of pioneering aviator Barrington Irving with The Flying Classroom project and Richmond Public Schools. The hands-on work is taking place at Richmond Raceway.

Fraternal twins Aniyah Rawl, left, and her brother, Xavier Rawl, 14, pause for a portrait through the frame of the Dodge Daytona Coupe 500 R …

Published on August 12, 2021

The trip was made possible through the Tucker Family HeritageTour, which features untold narratives about the transatlantic slave trade as told by Angolans, histories of Angola and its liberation from Portugal after nearly 500 years of colonization. Upon returning to Richmond, John Marshall’s basketball Coach Ty White exits a motorcoach bus.

The trip was made possible through the Tucker Family HeritageTour, which features untold narratives about the transatlantic slave trade as told by Angolans, histories of …

Published on September 14, 2023

The final event was held Sunday in a Richmond courtroom at the John Marshall Courts Building Downtown. Judges included Carlos Clanton, president of the National Urban League Young Professionals, Richmond radio personality Clovia Lawrence and Chika Anyadike, legislative assistant to Petersburg Delegate Lashrecse D. Aird. Mr. Ruffin and Ms. Taylor won the debate and each received $500.

The final event was held Sunday in a Richmond courtroom at the John Marshall Courts Building Downtown. Judges included Carlos Clanton, president of the National …

Published on March 31, 2017

Gani brown, 4, and her older brother, Thi’yon Everhart, 5, try out their new wheels the day after Christmas near their grandmother’s house in the 500 block of Milton Avenue in North Side. More good weather for outdoor activities is expected before and after New Year’s Day, with temperatures expected to climb into the 60s on Saturday after rain showers on Jan. 1.

Gani brown, 4, and her older brother, Thi’yon Everhart, 5, try out their new wheels the day after Christmas near their grandmother’s house in the …

Published on December 31, 2020

During a “Souls to the Polls” event last Sunday outside the Richmond Voter Registrar’s Office, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms pauses for an interview with a national television news program to talk about why she made the 500-mile trip to campaign for Terry McAuliffe. The City of Richmond and Hanover County had polling stations open last Sunday for early, in-person voting.

During a “Souls to the Polls” event last Sunday outside the Richmond Voter Registrar’s Office, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms pauses for an interview with …

Published on October 21, 2021

This is becoming a familiar sight across Richmond — candidates for public office collecting signatures from registered voters on petitions. Here, three mayoral candidates help each other by signing each other’s petitions Monday outside City Hall. From left, they are activist Alan Schintzius, teacher Chad Ingold and architect Bruce Tyler. To get on the ballot, each must collect 500 signatures, with at least 50 from each of the city’s nine City Council districts.

This is becoming a familiar sight across Richmond — candidates for public office collecting signatures from registered voters on petitions. Here, three mayoral candidates help …

Published on April 15, 2016

Courtesy of Jay Sharpe Holiday test run Jay Sharpe, right, and Kevin Stallings take a test drive on tricycles that will be given to Richmond children this holiday. The bikes are among 500 gifts donated at Mr. Sharpe’s third annual holiday party Dec. 8 to collect toys and presents for youngsters. Location: Trinity Baptist Church on North Side. The toys and gifts will be distributed through the church’s Prison Ministry. The event was co-hosted by Mr. Sharpe, a Downtown jeweler, and Antoinette Essa of WTVR CBS 6.

Courtesy of Jay Sharpe Holiday test run Jay Sharpe, right, and Kevin Stallings take a test drive on tricycles that will be given to Richmond …

Published on December 16, 2016

The National Park Service, which preserves her home at 1101⁄2 E. Leigh St. as a national historic site, and the city Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities, sponsored the day, which drew volunteers to help with a vari- ety of community projects. Volunteers Nia Brown, front, and Ebonee Henry pick up litter in the 500 block of Brook Road, while others work on a fence mural of Mrs. Walker outside the Calhoun Family Investment Center in Gilpin Court.

The National Park Service, which preserves her home at 1101⁄2 E. Leigh St. as a national historic site, and the city Department of Parks, Recreation …

Published on July 23, 2020

Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, center, assembles a desk with the help of Anita Sawyer, left, and Fatemia Gunter, two employees of Lowe’s home improvement store. Employees at the Sheila Lane store in South Side volunteered to put together 500 fold-up desks for Richmond Public Schools students who are learning at home during the pandemic. About 25 Lowe’s employees started the project last week, with 100 desks being produced each Tuesday. The desks will be given to students free of charge.

Richmond City Councilwoman Ellen F. Robertson, center, assembles a desk with the help of Anita Sawyer, left, and Fatemia Gunter, two employees of Lowe’s home …

Published on October 29, 2020

At 100, every day is a celebration, but it’s even better when the community recognizes your longevity. Eleven Richmonders were honored Sept. 21 at the 7th Annual Mayor’s Centenarian Celebration to publicly recognize city residents who turned 100 or older during 2019. Nine of the honorees attending the luncheon event held at a Downtown hotel are, seated from left, Lillie Etta Corbin Berry, 101; Josephine Johnson Bigger, 102; Virginia Price White, 103; Hattie Smith Carter, 99; Juliette Stephens Hamilton, 101; and Marguerite Williams Price, 99. Honorees in the back row, from left, are Norbert Robert Kopecko, 100; Shirley Craze Wiegand, 100; and Henry Cesly, 102. (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

At 100, every day is a celebration, but it’s even better when the community recognizes your longevity. Eleven Richmonders were honored Sept. 21 at the …

Published on October 11, 2019