New advocates to aid Henrico foster children, court cases
Henrico Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) recently welcomed 12 new volunteers, joining nearly 100 others who assist children affected by abuse or neglect.
Richmond airport resumes international flights after decade-long gap
Richmond International Airport resumed international passenger service last week with BermudAir flights to Bermuda, ending a decade-long gap in overseas connections.
Richmond football unveils 2025 home schedule as new Patriot League era begins
The University of Richmond football team will usher in a new era this fall as it makes its debut in the Patriot League, highlighted by a five-game home schedule at Robins Stadium.
‘Ultimate Dinosaurs’ exhibit reveals prehistoric predators from distant continents
The roar of the past echoes through the halls of the Science Museum of Virginia this summer, as visitors encounter the strange and spectacular creatures of a lost world. “Ultimate Dinosaurs,” a touring exhibition, reveals discoveries about prehistoric predators that lived millions of years ago on continents far from the North American landscape.
Chief Justice Goodwyn honored with state’s top judicial service award
The Judicial Council of Virginia recently named Chief Justice S. Bernard Goodwyn of the Supreme Court of Virginia as the recipient of the 2024 Harry L. Carrico Outstanding Career Service Award.
Minus named president at Eastern Shore Community College
Daryl Minus has been named president of Eastern Shore Community College, effective July 1, the Virginia Community College System announced last Thursday.
Girard going global with sports diplomacy program in Bulgaria
Mallori Girard, a longtime volunteer with the Richmond-based nonprofit Jacob’s Chance, has been selected by the U.S. Department of State to take part in the Sport for Social Change exchange program this month in Bulgaria.
Flying Squirrels held hitless into eighth in 5-1 loss to Senators
The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held without a hit until the eighth inning and dropped their series finale to the Harrisburg Senators, 5-1, Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
Data brings hidden stories of self-emancipation to light in talk
Rows of names, dates and notations in dusty county records may seem like dry data points. But to researcher Tev’n Powers, they reveal stories of resistance and freedom once left out of Virginia’s historical narrative.
New Generation Church RVA to dedicate new building
New Generation Church RVA will host a building dedication ceremony Sunday, June 8, at its newly opened campus in the Randolph neighborhood.
VUU’s DJ Mitchell ballin’ at legendary Rucker Park
Virginia Union University 6’5” guard DJ Mitchell has been selected to play in the HBCU All-Star Dream Classic, set for Saturday, Aug. 9, at Rucker Park in Harlem, N.Y.
Norfolk State to face Rutgers in Vick’s first road game as head coach
The Michael Vick era at Norfolk State will include a nationally televised road game against Rutgers, with a 3:30 p.m. kickoff scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13, the Big Ten Conference announced Thursday.
Panther Golfer qualifies for VSGA Amateur, State Open
Virginia Union University golfer Joseph Boone has secured a spot in two of the state’s premier golf tournaments following a strong performance during a qualifying round on Tuesday, May 20.
VIA Heritage Association names Hall of Fame Class of 2025
The VIA Heritage Association will honor seven new members in its Hall of Fame Class of 2025, recognizing outstanding athletes and contributors who helped shape Virginia’s African American high school sports during segregation.
Global stage awaits VSU’s Kellee Craig at Botswana tournament
Virginia State University volleyball standout Kellee Craig has been selected as one of 18 student-athletes from eight HBCUs to represent the United States in the second annual Ditsala International Cup in Botswana.
VCU’s Nyk Lewis invited to USA Basketball U19 training camp
Incoming VCU freshman Nyk Lewis has been invited to the USA Basketball U19 National Team training camp next month in Colorado Springs, Colo.
Flying Squirrels drop third walk-off of series after late rally falls short
The Richmond Flying Squirrels were held hitless into the eighth inning before taking a brief lead, but ultimately fell 3-2 in walk-off fashion to the Binghamton Rumble Ponies on Saturday night at Mirabito Cameron Carter Stadium.
Richmond opens applications for $500 monthly income program
City’s Resilience Initiative supports single-parent households
Applications are open for the fourth cohort of the Richmond Resilience Initiative, a guaranteed basic income program offering $500 per month to eligible residents for two years.
De Vargas named CFO of Live! Casino Virginia
Bruce Smith Enterprise and The Cordish Companies have named Yanina De Vargas as chief financial officer for Live! Casino Virginia, a temporary gaming facility expected to open by the end of 2025.
Henrico to host A-10 Women’s Basketball Championship through 2029
The Atlantic 10 Conference is extending its stay in Henrico County.
Johnson named president of Danville Community College
Cornelius Johnson was recently appointed the eighth permanent president of Danville Community College, the Virginia Community College System announced Tuesday.
VCU’s Jazmin Jackson named to Dominican Republic soccer team
VCU junior forward Jazmin Jackson has been called up to the Dominican Republic women’s national soccer team, the Selección Dominicana de Fútbol Femenina, Coach Betzaida Ubri announced this week.
AFA offers travel tips for families of people with dementia ahead of holiday
With a record-breaking 45.1 million Americans expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during Memorial Day weekend, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is urging caregivers to plan ahead when traveling with a loved one living with dementia.
Granite Schoolhouse tops Virginia’s endangered historic sites list
The Granite Schoolhouse, the last remaining historic building tied to a once-thriving community of Black granite workers in South Richmond, tops the list of Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places for 2025.
Virginia Union competes in PGA Works Collegiate Championship
The Virginia Union University Golf Team wrapped up its season with a strong showing at the 2025 PGA Works Collegiate Championship, held May 5-7 at Whistling Straits and Irish courses in Kohler, Wis.
Mayor calls for action after City worker wounded in shooting
A City of Richmond Department of Public Works employee was wounded early Tuesday morning while performing work duties, city officials confirmed.
Squirrels fall to SeaWolves after late-inning rally
The Richmond Flying Squirrels surrendered three runs in the ninth inning and fell to the Erie SeaWolves, 7-4, on Sunday afternoon at The Diamond.
Historic Chatsworth School to hold open house, plaque unveiling
The Chatsworth School Museum in Varina will host an open house June 7 and 8 to highlight the legacy of a rare early 20th-century schoolhouse that once served Black children in Henrico County.
Abner Baptist to host Mental Health Education Seminar
Abner Baptist Church will host a Mental Health Education Seminar on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to noon at its sanctuary, 15143 Abner Church Road in Glen Allen.
Jen Hatmaker to speak at River Road Church
New York Times bestselling author and speaker Jen Hatmaker will be the featured guest at River Road Church, Baptist, on Thursday, May 22, as part of the church’s Distinguished Speaker Forum series.
CIAA honors top athletes, programs at spring awards reception
Virginia State University and Fayetteville State University led the way in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association’s (CIAA) 2024-2025 awards, announced during the conference’s Spring General Assembly and end-of-year reception held Tuesday in Richmond.
Virginia Chamber of Commerce welcomes two new members
The Virginia Chamber of Commerce has announced the addition of two new members to its team: Carter T. Whitelow and Sarah Muse. Whitelow has joined as vice president of government relations and Muse is the new director of marketing and brand management.
Bishop Knestout reflects on election of first American pope
Bishop Barry C. Knestout of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond recently offered reflections following the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope The election, which took place May 8, brought Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native, to the papacy as the 267th pope.
Richmond beats VCU, 6-3, for coach’s 600th career win
The University of Richmond baseball team defeated Virginia Commonwealth University, 6-3, on Saturday at The Diamond, marking Coach Mik Aoki’s 600th career victory across 24 seasons coaching five NCAA Division I programs.
Community open mic to honor mothers, Mother Earth
Virginia Interfaith Power & Light will host an open mic night in Richmond on Thursday, May 15, to honor both motherhood and the planet.
Burrows, Blunt ace All-CIAA Women’s Tennis Team
Virginia State University’s Alexcie Burrows and Suffolk native Nakari Blunt of Bowie State were among the standout student-athletes named to the 2025 Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Women’s Tennis All-Conference Team.
RVA Bikeshare offers free rides for National Bike to Work Week
In celebration of National Bike to Work Week, RVA Bikeshare is encouraging Richmond residents to leave their cars behind and hop on one of the program’s electric bikes.
Nominations open for BLK RVA Community Awards
The Richmond Region Tourism Foundation’s BLK RVA initiative is now accepting nominations for the second annual BLK RVA Community Awards, presented by Wells Fargo.
‘Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret’ to showcase music and storytelling
Ami Brabson, a television and stage actress, will perform “Phenomenal Women, A Cabaret” in Richmond on Sunday, May 18. The show, which blends music and storytelling, centers on the theme “Your Voice is Your Power.”
Annual tourism awards highlight achievements in hospitality, events
Richmond Region Tourism recognized key individuals and organizations for their contributions to the area’s hospitality industry during its 2025 Awards and Annual Meeting on May 7 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
VSU on par with golf simulator from PGA
Virginia State University has unveiled a new golf simulator donated by the Professional Golfers’ Association of America.
Boone named president of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
Sentara Health has announced the appointment of Elwood Bernard “Bernie” Boone III as the next president of Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville. Boone will assume the role on June 2.
Squirrels drop series finale to senators 4-2
The Richmond Flying Squirrels gave up three runs in the first inning and couldn’t recover, falling 4-2 to the Harrisburg Senators on Sunday afternoon at FNB Field.
Pamunkey Reservation named among nation’s most endangered historic places
The Pamunkey Indian Reservation in King William County, home to one of the nation’s oldest Indigenous communities, has been named one of America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places.
Book talk with Bethel Booth to highlight spiritual reflection
Richmond author Bethel Booth will host a book talk and signing Thursday, May 29, at The Queen’s Library Tea Room to celebrate her debut release, “Her Letters to Him: 50 Prayers by a Woman After God’s Heart.”
City Council appoints RJ Warren as chief of staff
Richmond City Council has named RJ Warren as its new chief of staff.
Asian American Celebration features music, dance and global cuisine
The annual Asian American Celebration returns Saturday, May 17, with a full day of cultural performances, food and family-friendly activities at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
Climbing, kayaking and concerts converge at Riverrock weekend
It’s where gravity, grit and groove collide. Richmond’s Dominion Energy Riverrock returns May 17-19 to turn Brown’s Island into a high-octane playground of trail runs, climbing walls, flying dogs and thumping bass lines. Now in its 16th year, the free, three-day adrenaline fest draws over 100,000 fans annually—blending elite outdoor sport with live music in a setting where kayakers battle in polo scrums and boulderers scale walls to roaring crowds.
Agecroft Hall to host free concert and activities on Mother’s Day
Agecroft Hall and Gardens will host a free concert and family-friendly activities on Mother’s Day, inviting visitors to explore the historic site and its gardens.
VUU sweeps in shot put, discus at CIAA championship
Virginia Union University made history at the CIAA Men’s Track & Field Championship by sweeping both the shot put and discus throw for the first time, taking first, second and third place in each event. The landmark achievement capped a season in which the Panthers broke more than 10 school records, signaling major growth for the program.
