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taneisha spell, 27, keeps her eyes closed to avoid seeing the nasal swab coming toward her during her test for the coronavirus. the spell family, including 2-year-old trinity spell, participated in the free COVID-19 testing conducted tuesday morning by the Richmond City Health District outside the southwood Management Center in south side. the health district offers free testing weekly, with results expected in five to seven days.

taneisha spell, 27, keeps her eyes closed to avoid seeing the nasal swab coming toward her during her test for the coronavirus. the spell family, …

Published on July 30, 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

These new equipment lockers are among $1.75 million in improvements to Richmond Fire Station 10 at Hermitage Road and West Leigh Street. The view was enhanced with a fish eye lens. The photo was taken at Tuesday’s grand reopening of the station near the Richmond Ambulance Authority. Improvements also include redone living quarters that now can accommodate male and female personnel. Richmond Mayor Dwight C. Jones joined city Fire Chief Robert Creecy to officially put the revamped station back into service.

These new equipment lockers are among $1.75 million in improvements to Richmond Fire Station 10 at Hermitage Road and West Leigh Street. The view was …

Published on April 9, 2015

The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg can be rung throughout Black History Month by people who register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

The newly restored bell at historic First Baptist Church of Williamsburg can be rung throughout Black History Month by people who register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

Published on January 29, 2016

Janis Jones, right, and Mary Beth Joyner, librarians at the former Byrd Middle School, ask Henrico School Board members to change the school’s name on the county’s website and other online materials.

Janis Jones, right, and Mary Beth Joyner, librarians at the former Byrd Middle School, ask Henrico School Board members to change the school’s name on …

Published on May 5, 2016

Virginia Commonwealth University President Michael Rao, left, practices social distancing with Solomon Workneh of Arlington. Mr. Workneh served as the inaugural student speaker at VCU’s 2020 winter commencement held online last Saturday.

Virginia Commonwealth University President Michael Rao, left, practices social distancing with Solomon Workneh of Arlington. Mr. Workneh served as the inaugural student speaker at VCU’s …

Published on December 17, 2020

Jada Pinkett Smith appears on an episode of her online series “Red Table Talk.” The latest episode, streaming Wednesday, June 1, on Facebook Watch, addresses alopecia areata.

Jada Pinkett Smith appears on an episode of her online series “Red Table Talk.” The latest episode, streaming Wednesday, June 1, on Facebook Watch, addresses …

Published on June 2, 2022

Let Freedom Ring // Church member Liz Montgomery, left, of Williamsburg, Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott and entertainer Dionne Warwick, right, leave the church after the ceremony. People interested in ringing the bell during February can register online at www.letfreedomringchallenge.org.

Let Freedom Ring // Church member Liz Montgomery, left, of Williamsburg, Congressman Robert C. “Bobby” Scott and entertainer Dionne Warwick, right, leave the church after …

Published on February 5, 2016

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

Cityscape // Joshua Lambert unveils a new honorary street sign at 1st and Baker streets that pays tribute to his late grandfather, Dr. Benjamin J. Lambert III, a former Richmond state senator and longtime Richmond optometrist. Right, optometrist Helene Clayton-Jeter of Northern Virginia speaks about Dr. Lambert, who encouraged her to enter the eye care field, at the unveiling ceremony Saturday outside Dr. Lambert’s office at 904 N. 1st St. The building is now home to an optician business operated by Dr. Lambert’s son, David Lambert, standing at left.

Cityscape // Joshua Lambert unveils a new honorary street sign at 1st and Baker streets that pays tribute to his late grandfather, Dr. Benjamin J. …

Published on February 2, 2018

Harvard Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. at an awards ceremony on campus in October 2019. Dr. Gates helped lead a new project launched in March 2020 by the Hutchins Center for African and African American Research at Harvard and a coalition of foundations to bring online, interactive lessons about Selma and voting rights to students.

Harvard Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr. at an awards ceremony on campus in October 2019. Dr. Gates helped lead a new project launched in March …

Published on March 26, 2020

Pod leader Adam Evans works with Sebastian Wisnoski during online instruction with his Richmond Public Schools class at an education pod set up in the Evans family’s North Side home. Other youngsters in the pod are, from left, Ace Evans, Blaize Evans and Bastian Van-Zandt.

Pod leader Adam Evans works with Sebastian Wisnoski during online instruction with his Richmond Public Schools class at an education pod set up in the …

Published on September 17, 2020

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

“Celebrate African and African-American Art: Global Community Family Day” drew people of all ages to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on June 11. Patrons enjoyed making and viewing art, dancing and music. To view the celebration online, visit https://vmfa.museum/celebrate-african-african-american-art-global-community/

“Celebrate African and African-American Art: Global Community Family Day” drew people of all ages to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on June 11. Patrons …

Published on June 16, 2022

President Biden speaks during an event on health care costs Tuesday in the Rose Garden at the White House.

President Biden speaks during an event on health care costs Tuesday in the Rose Garden at the White House.

Published on September 29, 2022

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

Funeral home’s new addition // The facility, which opened last week and cost about $450,000, is located across the parking lot from the funeral home’s chapel.

Funeral home’s new addition // The facility, which opened last week and cost about $450,000, is located across the parking lot from the funeral home’s …

Published on February 17, 2017

Barbara Forrest, above, is thankful for the no-cost grocery items available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Barbara Forrest, above, is thankful for the no-cost grocery items available on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Published on November 22, 2023

Cityscape-Slices of life and scenes in Richmond- On Aug. 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. electrified the nation with his “I Have a Dream” speech calling on the country to live up to ideals of equality and end the oppression of black people. On Tuesday, Richmonders commemorated the 55th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, where the speech was delivered, during a program at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in the East End. During the program, all eyes are on a video of Dr. King delivering his famous speech. Watching, from left, are: Richmond state Sen. Jennifer L. McClellan, Richmond Delegate Jeff M. Bourne and Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras.(Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Cityscape-Slices of life and scenes in Richmond- On Aug. 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. electrified the nation with his “I Have a Dream” …

Published on September 4, 2018

Dr. Gary Banks, pastor of Ephesus Richmond Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and other church leaders realized the need to invest more in virtual broadcast services after the COVID-19 pandemic led some churches to transition to online worship. Ephesus’ in- person worship service has resumed on Saturdays and are streamed live on YouTube.

Dr. Gary Banks, pastor of Ephesus Richmond Seventh-Day Adventist Church, and other church leaders realized the need to invest more in virtual broadcast services after …

Published on October 26, 2023