Tuesday, September 30
Gladys Knight still 'guided by the spirit'
“I am not perfect — I mess up sometimes.” But she is “always guided by the spirit. That’s always been the best and most important part of my life. I take it with me every time I step on stage.”
Robertson pushes plan to fix aging schools
Ellen F. Robertson is frustrated after a year of trying and failing to win School Board support to replace Overby-Sheppard Elementary School in the North Side section of the 6th District she represents on City Council.
Pool goes dry in Gilpin Court
For the last 16 months, the facility in the Gilpin Court public housing community has had no water in its indoor pool.
Life of Richmond attorney Willie J. Richardson Jr. celebrated
Mr. Richardson represented Richmond area-based recording artists, such as D’Angelo, Tyrone Thomas and the Awareness Art Ensemble.
Extensive Cosby family art exhibit slated for D.C.
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art announced Monday that 62 artworks from the Cosby collection will go on view in November in a unique exhibit juxtaposing African-American art with African art.
Armstrong's Chavis shines on and off field
Nigel Chavis is a triple threat. The Armstrong High School senior sparkles on the football field, basketball court, and, best of all, in the classroom.
Friday, September 26
Personality: Harold S. Lilly Sr.
Spotlight on Richmond music great to be honored
Harold S. Lilly Sr. has stirred Richmond audiences with his organ playing for more than six decades. His ability to flawlessly execute the most difficult of sacred, secular, traditional and contemporary gospel music on the pipe and Hammond organs wows listeners.
Joe Sample, pioneer in jazz funk, dies at 75
Music lovers around the world are mourning the loss of pianist and composer Joe Sample, a founding member of the genre-crossing Jazz Crusaders, who helped pioneer the electronic jazz-funk fusion style.
Diversity efforts lead to key appointments at U. Va.
The endeavors go to hiring, as well as representation on key university boards and committees.
Sickle Cell Sunday designated at area churches
The Florence Neal Cooper Smith Sickle Cell Committee is asking area pastors to collect a special offering or to make a donation to fight the sometimes-fatal blood disorder that predominately affects African-Americans.
Sweet victory! George Wythe scores first win since 2011
George Wythe High School snapped a 26-game football losing streak last Saturday with an 18-6 win over National Christian Academy, Md., at Armstrong High School.
Family relapses into system
Mother, son in jail at same time; they want to break cycle
The mother and son were separated by the walls and windows at the Richmond Justice Center in Shockoe Valley.
Services set for William D. House Jr.
William D. House Jr. brought his warm personality and can-do spirit to Richmond two and a half years ago.
Prayers Saturday for city residents
Alicia Rasin announced she will hold a “Prayer for the City” this Saturday, Sept. 27, at 4 p.m.
Tuesday, September 23
Mayor forces out his No.2 at City Hall
In an unexpected move, Mayor Jones, who has a little more than two years left in office, abruptly ousted Mr. Marshall, the No. 2 official at City Hall.
NFL needs game plan to help players
A Virginia Commonwealth University professor who has studied domestic violence says she’s not surprised at the recent flurry of assaults by players in the National Football League.
Drums, dance play greater role in worship services
U.S. congregations are marching to the beat of their own drums now more than ever.
Friday, September 19
Veteran journalist leads Free Press news operations
Meet the new managing editor of the Richmond Free Press.
Personality: Dr. Sandra B. Barker
Spotlight on pioneer in linking health, people and pets
As director of the Center for Human-Animal Interaction, Dr. Barker, has pioneered the use of therapy dogs to aid patient recovery.
Close ties stretched by rivalry in VUU-FSU match
For many football seasons, Joe Taylor and Lawrence Kershaw worked together on the same side of the gridiron. They’ll be on opposite sides Saturday when Virginia Union Univeristy makes a 217-mile trip to Fayetteville State for a 6 p.m. CIAA kickoff.
Historic churches celebrate milestone anniversaries
Two Richmond churches established shortly after the Civil War are marking milestone anniversaries at upcoming Sunday services.
History-making Girl Scouts recognized
A historical marker commemorating history-making Girl Scout Troop 34 will be unveiled 1 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 20.
First commissioner of CIAA dies at 90
Clinton R. “Bob” Moorman Jr., the first full-time commissioner of the CIAA, died Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, at his home in Hampton. Mr. Moorman was 90.
Trojans on road again
Virginia State’s long run of success began a year ago against Kentucky State. The Trojans are hoping for a similar script this go-round.
Late for learning
School snafu kept student at home
Javian Buffaloe finally was able to start middle school on Tuesday — two weeks after classes began for most Richmond students.
Interfaith dialogue on peace aimed at bringing people together
The public event hosted by the Catholic Diocese of Richmond aims to bring together people of different faiths for discussions about peace.
Thursday, September 18
Dancer Misty Copeland inspires new generation of ballerinas
“This is for the little brown girls,” writes Misty Copeland in the prologue of her New York Times bestselling memoir, Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina,
Tuesday, September 16
He was Richmond's broom maker for 63 years
Matthew James Robinson Jr. has passed away
For 63 years, he turned out high-quality wood brooms made of real broomcorn grass at the family-owned, but now defunct Imperial Broom Co.
Church to host dedication of new state historical markers
A Lynchburg church will host the dedication this weekend of two new state historical markers celebrating black history.
A shutout for Va. Union
This year’s Panthers have taken a step forward, albeit a baby step, with a 12-0 opening-day shutout of lightly regarded Siena Heights, Mich., last Saturday, before 4,057 fans at Hovey Field.
Friday, September 12
McDonnell makes history
History will surely remember Bob McDonnell. Just not the way he had envisioned.
Minimum wage protesters take it to the street
They were among 10 people who staged an impromptu sit-in in the 2300 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike in front of a McDonald’s restaurant — blocking traffic on the major artery last Thursday.
Personality: Jeannette E. Cordor
Spotlight on founder of The Faces of HOPE
Jeannette Erving Cordor says she did not start out to become a fitness guru for children. She just wanted to live longer than her mother.
Norvell K. Robinson Sr., 85, City Hall 'Mr. Fix-It'
He was the go-to guy for residents frustrated with delays in trying to get city trees pruned, potholes filled, trash picked up, grass mowed or sidewalks replaced.
New president elected for National Baptist Convention USA
The Rev. Jerry Young, the convention’s former vice president, emerged from a pack of five candidates to take over from the Rev. Julius Scruggs of Huntsville, Ala.
His challenge: Teach children our history
Freedom fighter returns to alma mater
Forty-seven years later, the longtime freedom fighter returned to his alma mater to urge students and faculty to “dig into” and pass on the rich history of African-Americans to future generations.
Queen of tennis 3-peats at U.S. Open
Serena Williams is the undisputed queen of women’s tennis. Now, the world No.1 would like to add another distinction: To win the most grand slam titles ever.
Tuesday, September 9
Dance queen to present 'Mr. TOL E. RAncE' in Richmond
“Mr. TOL E. RAncE” is described as a show that employs humor to examine “the mask” of survival and the “double consciousness” of the black performer and the stereotypical roles that dominate popular black culture.
Virginia Shelton, 108, was known for her fun-loving spirit
Known as “She She” or “Aunt Sis” to her family and friends, Mrs. Shelton impressed everyone with her vivacity, grace and dignity.
Friday, September 5
Getting ready for the first day
Volunteers spent Labor Day helping Richmond students get ready for the start of classes.
Va. NAACP prez insists group still relevant
The president of the state NAACP insists the organization’s still shuttered headquarters office will reopen.
Justices want wins now
John Marshall High football program trying to rebound from an 0-10 disaster in 2013.
Tax cut ahead?
City Council to decide
With his highly controversial stadium plan still on hold, Mayor Dwight C. Jones is now seeking to boost his popularity with a familiar politician’s ploy — a tax cut.
V.W. Henley, 85, former president of Consolidated Bank
Vernard William Henley presided over the highs and lows of Consolidated Bank & Trust Co. in Richmond, once the oldest independent black-owned bank in America.
Personality: William E. Porter
Spotlight on founder of "The Way" Youth Initiative
William Ernest Porter is actively trying to solve a big problem facing black high school students in the city — finding a job.
Creative force to open new work in Richmond
Twelve dancers from the Richmond Ballet company are scheduled to premiere Darrell Grand Moultrie's new work, “iNVERSION,” later this month.
