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Students are shown in the Claflin University Print Shop (circa early 1900s). The photo, from the Claflin University Archives, is produced by Cecil Williams, a 1960 Claflin graduate whose personal library will be part of the Getty collection.

Students are shown in the Claflin University Print Shop (circa early 1900s). The photo, from the Claflin University Archives, is produced by Cecil Williams, a …

Published on February 3, 2022

Members of CASA, a national immigrant advocacy organization, rally at the State Capitol’s Bell Tower last week, where the group announced its policy for Virginia’s legislative session. Approximately 50 immigrants stood in solidarity, listening to speakers such as Daisy Serano, 29, originally from Honduras but who now lives in Springfield. Ms. Serano said Virginians need the minimum wage to be $15 per hour and that gradual increases are sufficient for raising a family. The crowd often chanted, “Si, Se Puede,” meaning “Yes, we can.” The local group also used the day to lobby and educate lawmakers about legislation they believe will help immigrants and working families. Luis Aguilar, CASA’s Virginia director said, “Immigrants have been at the forefront of this pandemic the last two years, which is important to highlight their contribution to the Commonwealth of Virginia during this legislative session. We will continue the fight in Richmond, just as CASA members, immigrants and working-class families have done during these tough times.”

Members of CASA, a national immigrant advocacy organization, rally at the State Capitol’s Bell Tower last week, where the group announced its policy for Virginia’s …

Published on January 27, 2022

Michelle Millett, 30, provides special music and scents to calm pets at her shop, Diamonds and Dutch Pet Bath & Spa on Brookland Park Boulevard.

Michelle Millett, 30, provides special music and scents to calm pets at her shop, Diamonds and Dutch Pet Bath & Spa on Brookland Park Boulevard.

Published on December 30, 2021

Virginia State University commencement speaker Dr. William R. Harvey, longtime president of Hampton University, center, and Charlie Hill, second from right, a founding board member of the Community Free Clinic of Newport News and a Virginia State University alumnus who serves on the VSU Board of Visitors, smile after being awarded an honorary degree at VSU’s fall commencement ceremony last Saturday. With them are, from left, VSU President Makola Abdullah; Dr. Valerie Brown, VSU rector; and Dr. Donald E. Palm, VSU provost and senior vice president for academic and student affairs.

Virginia State University commencement speaker Dr. William R. Harvey, longtime president of Hampton University, center, and Charlie Hill, second from right, a founding board member …

Published on December 23, 2021

Sonia Jackson, 72, who was awarded a bachelor of science in nursing from Virginia State University at last Saturday’s fall commencement is recognized by fellow graduates and the audience. She is the inaugural graduate of VSU’s online degree program.

Sonia Jackson, 72, who was awarded a bachelor of science in nursing from Virginia State University at last Saturday’s fall commencement is recognized by fellow …

Published on December 23, 2021

Club 533 celebrated its 65th anniversary last Saturday with an anniversary and holiday ball held at a Downtown hotel. Started in 1956, Club 533 is one of the oldest private groups in Richmond founded by seven men seeking to improve the social and civic welfare of people in the community. The Jackson Ward club has been used as a meeting place to develop strategies for social, political and economic gains that would benefit the African- American community. In the 65 years since its founding, the organization has grown to more than 200 members— all men of accomplishment, including 41 new members who were welcomed during the summer. Members and their guests enjoyed the festive black-tie dinner dance featuring Legacy Band. President Robert M. Lester, right, honors the club’s longest-serving members of more than 40 and 50 years with plaques. They are, from left, former Gov. L. Douglas Wilder, the evening’s keynote speaker; Linwood Eddleton; Dr. James McCain; Dr. Anthony Malloy; and Alexander “Jack” Mosby.

Club 533 celebrated its 65th anniversary last Saturday with an anniversary and holiday ball held at a Downtown hotel. Started in 1956, Club 533 is …

Published on December 9, 2021

Queen of ice cream Rabia Kamara gives out samples of her winning Ben & Jerry’s ice cream creation “Bia’s Black Joy Sundae” last week to people lined up outside her shop, Ruby Scoops Ice Cream & Sweets, on Brookland Park Boulevard.

Queen of ice cream Rabia Kamara gives out samples of her winning Ben & Jerry’s ice cream creation “Bia’s Black Joy Sundae” last week to …

Published on October 14, 2021

Marching to beat the bans-Hundreds of women and their advocates, including Kristin Rodriguez, 40, took to the streets last Saturday for the Bans Off Our Bodies RVA rally and march to show their support for a woman’s right to make her own decisions when it comes to abortion. The Richmond rally was one of scores held across the country last weekend in advance of the U.S. Supreme Court’s new session that began Monday in which a case challenging abortion rights will be heard. That case, out of Mississippi, is expected to be argued Dec. 1, and has the potential to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that guaranteed women the constitutional protection of being able to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction. Texas recently passed a law that also would ban abortion after six weeks, a timeframe when many women don’t know whether they are pregnant. In Richmond, speakers urged people to work to protect women’s reproductive freedom. The rally was held at Diversity Richmond, followed by a march down Sherwood Avenue to Hermitage Road. Ida Allen, who led chants with the bullhorn during the march, was a lead coordinator of the event.

Marching to beat the bans-Hundreds of women and their advocates, including Kristin Rodriguez, 40, took to the streets last Saturday for the Bans Off Our …

Published on October 7, 2021

Marching to beat the bans-Hundreds of women and their advocates, including Kristin Rodriguez, 40, took to the streets last Saturday for the Bans Off Our Bodies RVA rally and march to show their support for a woman’s right to make her own decisions when it comes to abortion. The Richmond rally was one of scores held across the country last weekend in advance of the U.S. Supreme Court’s new session that began Monday in which a case challenging abortion rights will be heard. That case, out of Mississippi, is expected to be argued Dec. 1, and has the potential to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that guaranteed women the constitutional protection of being able to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction. Texas recently passed a law that also would ban abortion after six weeks, a timeframe when many women don’t know whether they are pregnant. In Richmond, speakers urged people to work to protect women’s reproductive freedom. The rally was held at Diversity Richmond, followed by a march down Sherwood Avenue to Hermitage Road. Ida Allen, who led chants with the bullhorn during the march, was a lead coordinator of the event.

Marching to beat the bans-Hundreds of women and their advocates, including Kristin Rodriguez, 40, took to the streets last Saturday for the Bans Off Our …

Published on October 7, 2021

Ms. Kamara stands outside of Ruby Scoops, her ice cream shop on Brookland Park Boulevard on North Side, where she serves a variety of her ice cream and sorbet creations. Her ultimate goal is to open more locations.

Ms. Kamara stands outside of Ruby Scoops, her ice cream shop on Brookland Park Boulevard on North Side, where she serves a variety of her …

Published on September 2, 2021

Kimberly Dyke-Harsley displays her own message about freedom as she listens to the speakers at last Saturday’s parole restoration rally at Chimborazo Park.

Kimberly Dyke-Harsley displays her own message about freedom as she listens to the speakers at last Saturday’s parole restoration rally at Chimborazo Park.

Published on August 19, 2021

VSU President Makola M. Abdullah, presents commencement speaker Angela Rye with the Presidential Humanitarian Award.

VSU President Makola M. Abdullah, presents commencement speaker Angela Rye with the Presidential Humanitarian Award.

Published on May 27, 2021

Members of George Floyd’s family and their attorney, Benjamin Crump, right, stand Tuesday in the Rayburn Room of the U.S. Capitol with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, in red, and Rep. Karen Bass, next to her in blue.

Members of George Floyd’s family and their attorney, Benjamin Crump, right, stand Tuesday in the Rayburn Room of the U.S. Capitol with House Speaker Nancy …

Published on May 27, 2021

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks to members of the media on Capitol Hill following the U.S. Senate’s vote last Saturday to acquit former President Trump of inciting the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. With her are House impeachment managers Rep. Eric Swalwell of Calif., left, and Rep. Joe Neguse of Colorado.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaks to members of the media on Capitol Hill following the U.S. Senate’s vote last Saturday to acquit former President Trump …

Published on February 18, 2021

Dr. Derik E. Jones, left, and Dr. Dwight C. Jones, pastors of First Baptist Church of South Richmond, get a closer look at the new bronze sculpture “Hope Empowered by the Truth” with its creator, local artist Kathleen Lowry. The 150-pound sculpture was unveiled at the Decatur Street church on Monday, the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, during a ceremony viewed online by more than 200 people. Ms. Lowry donated the piece to the church after attending the socially distanced kickoff last September of First Baptist’s yearlong 200th anniversary celebration. She said the church seemed like the perfect home for the sculpture. “It is recognition of the work you do every day to promote peace in our country,” she said during Monday’s event. “Martin Luther King knew what would be necessary — faith, hopefulness, truth-telling, courage, resilience, kindness and forgiveness. And that is what you are doing and being in the struggle for equality and peace. It is an extremely tall order.” Members of the congregation will be able to see the artwork once the church reopens for in-person worship service. The church has held virtual services because of the pandemic.

Dr. Derik E. Jones, left, and Dr. Dwight C. Jones, pastors of First Baptist Church of South Richmond, get a closer look at the new …

Published on January 21, 2021

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi shows the article of impeachment against President Trump after signing it in a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. It marks the first time in U.S. history that a president has been impeached twice.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi shows the article of impeachment against President Trump after signing it in a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. It …

Published on January 14, 2021

Hundreds of women and their supporters, including First Lady Pam Northam, center, celebrate Virginia becoming the 38th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. The celebration included a rally, speakers and a march from Monroe Park to the Capitol on March 8, International Women’s Day.

Hundreds of women and their supporters, including First Lady Pam Northam, center, celebrate Virginia becoming the 38th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. The …

Published on January 7, 2021

Thomas Jefferson High School valedictorian Amia Graham, who graduated with a 4.9677 GPA, poses outside her home for a Free Press series of “Front Porch Portraits” featuring top Richmond high school graduates, other individuals and families during the pandemic. With schools across the state closed in mid-March and classes continuing online, Amia said the pandemic taught her to “value the little things in life and appreciate all of my blessings and the people in my life.”

Thomas Jefferson High School valedictorian Amia Graham, who graduated with a 4.9677 GPA, poses outside her home for a Free Press series of “Front Porch …

Published on January 7, 2021

Henry L. Marsh III, a former state senator and Richmond’s first African- American mayor, is greeted on Aug. 27 by School Board member Cheryl L. Burke as he gets his first look at the new $40 million elementary school named for him in Church Hill, located at 813 N. 28th St. The school, which replaces the former George Mason Elementary that Mr. Marsh attended as a child, is one of three new city school buildings that were ready for use but remained closed as Richmond Public Schools students continued with online classes in the fall.

Henry L. Marsh III, a former state senator and Richmond’s first African- American mayor, is greeted on Aug. 27 by School Board member Cheryl L. …

Published on January 7, 2021

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