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Inaugural officers and members of the board of directors of Paradigm Communications, parent company of the Richmond Free Press, in 1992. From left, the late Dr. Allix B. James; Dr. Elwood Boone Jr.; the late publisher, president and CEO Raymond H. Boone; the late Darrel Rollins, secretary; the late Dr. William S. Thornton, board chairman; Beverly Davis, the late Leonard Lambert, treasurer; Dr. Lerla Joseph and Clarence L. Townes Jr.

Inaugural officers and members of the board of directors of Paradigm Communications, parent company of the Richmond Free Press, in 1992. From left, the late …

Published on January 13, 2017

Attendees also enjoyed music by The Gospel Truth as well as a performance by the Rev. Almeta Ingram-Miller. The center, located at Idlewood Avenue and Addison Street, is the vision and work of Dr. Bibbs, pastor of Sixth Baptist Church, and church leaders. The center will be open for the distribution of food, personal protective equipment and spiritual nourishment during the pandemic. Among those attending the grand opening were Mayor Levar M. Stoney and Delegate Betsy B. Carr.

Attendees also enjoyed music by The Gospel Truth as well as a performance by the Rev. Almeta Ingram-Miller. The center, located at Idlewood Avenue and …

Published on October 8, 2020

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

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

Cityscape // Volunteers work in unison, left, to install new playground equipment at Abner Clay Park, off Leigh Street and Brook Road in Jackson Ward. Right, Jordan Tillman was among the willing workers who participated in the effort to create a better place for children to play. City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray of the 2nd District credited an anonymous donor’s $200,000 gift with making it possible to replace old equipment. KaBoom!, a national nonprofit, joined with Communities in Schools of Richmond, the Historic Jackson Ward Association,

Cityscape // Volunteers work in unison, left, to install new playground equipment at Abner Clay Park, off Leigh Street and Brook Road in Jackson Ward. …

Published on November 24, 2017

Supporters of Carver Elementary School present a check for $107,395 to school Principal Tiawana Giles, third from right. Making the presentation, from left, are Jean Estes, Billy McMullen, Bill Gallasch, Edward Barlow, 2nd District City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray, Embrace Carver Elementary Foundation President Deborah Corliss, 2nd District School Board member J. Scott Barlow and Carver Area Civic Improvement League President Jerome Legions.

Supporters of Carver Elementary School present a check for $107,395 to school Principal Tiawana Giles, third from right. Making the presentation, from left, are Jean …

Published on January 24, 2020

Congressman A. Donald McEachin, second from right, presents Virginia Commonwealth University officials with a ceremonial check representing a federal grant for its Gun Violence Prevention Framework. With him at the April 14 news conference are, from left, Sheryl Garland, VCU Health Innovation director; Dr. Michel B. Aboutanos, medical director of the VCU Trauma Center; VCU President Michael Rao; and Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney Colette W. McEachin, who is the wife of Rep. McEachin.

Congressman A. Donald McEachin, second from right, presents Virginia Commonwealth University officials with a ceremonial check representing a federal grant for its Gun Violence Prevention …

Published on April 21, 2022

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

Cityscape //Work has begun on the long awaited facelift to Kanawha Plaza, a once popular jazz and R&B concert site that sits above the Downtown Expressway between 8th, 9th, Canal and Byrd streets. City Hall has awarded a $2.94 million contract to Ashland-based Southwood Building Systems, which competed against four other companies to renovate the city park. More trees and green space are promised, along with improved space for community programs and events, when the work is completed later this year.

Cityscape //Work has begun on the long awaited facelift to Kanawha Plaza, a once popular jazz and R&B concert site that sits above the Downtown …

Published on March 25, 2016

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

Joye B. Moore, founder and chief executive officer of Joyebells LLC, applauds as youngsters from the Northside Family YMCA display the $25,000 donation made by Sam’s Club on behalf of her company to support after-school programs at the YMCA of Greater Richmond. Ms. Moore was accompanied to the Feb. 17 check presentation by her sister, Cassandra Wheeler, left, Joyebells’ director of production. Accepting the donation is Abigail Farris Rogers, right, president and chief executive officer of the YMCA of Greater Richmond.

Joye B. Moore, founder and chief executive officer of Joyebells LLC, applauds as youngsters from the Northside Family YMCA display the $25,000 donation made by …

Published on February 24, 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

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

Dr. Allix B. James, left, checks out a prototype of the new Richmond Free Press with other members of the board of directors of Paradigm Communications Inc., which publishes the newspaper. Location: The newspaper’s first newsroom at Broad and Adams streets in Downtown. Other board members, from left, Dr. Elwood Boone Jr., Free Press founder the late Raymond H. Boone, the late Dr. Darrel Rollins, the late Dr. William Thornton, Beverly Davis, Leonard Lambert, Dr. Lerla Joseph and Clarence L. Townes Jr.

Dr. Allix B. James, left, checks out a prototype of the new Richmond Free Press with other members of the board of directors of Paradigm …

Published on October 2, 2015

This broken railing at George Washington Carver Elementary School on West Leigh Street is on track for repair as the result of the intervention of a volunteer and a generous donor. Evidence that even small repairs to school buildings can get dragged out, the railing fix has been on the to-do list of Richmond Public Schools since at least the summer, according to City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray, 2nd District. The broken piece now sits in front of emergency exit doors from the school’s basement auditorium. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

This broken railing at George Washington Carver Elementary School on West Leigh Street is on track for repair as the result of the intervention of …

Published on October 18, 2018

This broken railing at George Washington Carver Elementary School on West Leigh Street is on track for repair as the result of the intervention of a volunteer and a generous donor. Evidence that even small repairs to school buildings can get dragged out, the railing fix has been on the to-do list of Richmond Public Schools since at least the summer, according to City Councilwoman Kim B. Gray, 2nd District. The broken piece now sits in front of emergency exit doors from the school’s basement auditorium. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

This broken railing at George Washington Carver Elementary School on West Leigh Street is on track for repair as the result of the intervention of …

Published on October 18, 2018