
Lecture explores history of Black church in U.S.
West End Presbyterian Church will host a lecture titled “Swing Low: The Story of the Black Church in the United States” on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the church’s Fellowship Hall, 9008 Quioccasin Road. Doors open at 8 a.m., with coffee available.

Pop singer Cody Fry to perform with Richmond Symphony for season opener
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Cody Fry will join the Richmond Symphony for the 2025-26 season opener on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 p.m. at the Altria Theater.

Black Girl Rally returns with prizes, activities, and parents
Girls For A Change will host its annual Black Girl Rally on Friday, Sept. 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Victory Theater & Event Center in Chesterfield.

The WELL Fest brings art, music and mindfulness
The Well Collective drew a crowd to Main Street Station on Sept. 6 for “The WELL Fest,” a daylong celebration of Richmond’s arts, culture and music scene with a focus on well-being.

Comics, cosplay and fun at ComiCon
Richmond ComiCon came to life at the Raceway on Sept. 6, bringing comics, pop culture, and creators to fans of all ages.

Virginia Union’s Allen named National HBCU Player of Week
Virginia Union University senior running back Curtis Allen was named National HBCU Player of the Week after rushing for 185 yards and two touchdowns in the Panthers’ 45-3 victory over Miles College in the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic on Sunday.

Diamond gets sendoff with former players, fan activities
The Richmond Flying Squirrels recently announced additional promotions for the final series at The Diamond, including former player appearances and special concessions.

Norfolk State rallies past Virginia State 34-31 in overtime
Norfolk State scored 21 points in the fourth quarter to rally past Virginia State 34-31 in overtime Saturday night at William “Dick” Price Stadium.

Roadrunners advance past Vitesse in playoff opener
The Richmond Roadrunners pulled away in the fourth quarter to defeat the Virginia Vitesse 63-59 on Sept. 7 in the first round of the playoffs.

Vicky Hester’s legacy endures at Babes
On Tuesday, Sept. 2, Vicky Hester, longtime owner of “Babes of Carytown,” one of the nation’s oldest and last remaining lesbian bars, passed away from cancer at the age of 71.

Richmond to host monthly boxing series supporting local charities
A new monthly boxing series will bring world-class fighters to Richmond starting Sept. 17, with proceeds benefiting local youth programs and nonprofit organizations.

Early voting
Richmond voters can soon begin casting ballots early for the 2025 elections, including races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and members of the House of Delegates.

Virginia War Memorial to hold annual Patriot Day ceremony on Sept. 11
The Virginia War Memorial will host its annual Patriot Day ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 11, honoring all Americans who were killed or injured in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and United Flight 93 in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, 24 years ago.

Ex-All Saints manager pleads guilty to embezzling nearly $240K
A former business manager at All Saints Catholic School faces up to 20 years in prison for embezzling $239,820 over nearly three years.
Indigenous culture celebrated at Kennanee Native Arts Festival
The Kennanee Native Arts Festival, celebrating Indigenous culture, community, and connection, will be held at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden on Sunday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Westwood Baptist hosting ‘Stay Awake Sunday’ panel on civil rights and policy
Westwood Baptist Church will host a panel discussion titled “Stay Awake Sunday” on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 9:30 to 11 a.m.

First African Baptist Church partners with ‘Gabriel’ musical production
First African Baptist Church is playing a vital role in bringing the story of Gabriel’s Rebellion to the stage through the new musical “Gabriel,” which runs Sept. 26 to Nov. 9 at Hanover Tavern.

Personality: Kristin Janssen
Spotlight on the new executive director at Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies

Chesterfield soccer prodigy Terry Richard heads to Spain
A rising American soccer star is taking his talents overseas. Fourteen-year-old Terry Richard of Chesterfield is headed to Spain to train with Patacona CF, a top development club in Valencia.
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