Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen face off for berth in AFC championship game
Lamar Jackson versus Josh Allen won’t decide the NFL MVP next week. The stakes are higher with a spot in the AFC championship game on the line.
Quake rocks Western Henrico, followed by aftershock
A cold quiet Tuesday afternoon was interrupted by rumbles and a boom felt across western Henrico County.
King holiday schedule
In observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 20, please note the following:
Finn honored for community service
The Richmond Association of Realtors has named John S. Finn Jr. the recipient of the 2024 Civic Leader of the Year Award. The award recognizes individuals who demonstrate extraordinary commitment to their community and honors those who improve the well-being of those in need.
Spanberger and Earle-Sears tied in first 2025 gubernatorial poll
Survey also found that 22% of voters remain undecided, did not plan to vote or would back another candidate
A little over one year before the 2025 gubernatorial election, Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears and U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Prince William, the two leading declared candidates for governor, are tied at 39% according to a new statewide poll by the University of Mary Washington’s Center for Leadership and Media Studies.
Recycling event rescheduled to Jan.18
If your Christmas tree is still taking up space in the corner of your living room or you’ve got other post-holiday items to recycle, the annual Bring One for the Chipper event is here to help — though it’s been rescheduled due to expected inclement weather. The event will now take place Saturday, Jan. 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1710 Robin Hood Road.
Richmond showed resilience, but accountability is needed
Kudos go out to the citizens of Richmond, some of whom were without water for several days. Many of us looked out for those who were not able to get out (ex. buying food, bottled water, etc.) Thanks to some of our partners in surrounding counties who stepped in as well to help.
Lessons in kindness from a mother’s care
I was touched by the lovely story by Hazel Trice Edney. (Free Press, Jan. 2-4 edition) Members of my generation at some point have faced decisions about parent care.
Rams standout Gerardo Castillo heads home to join San Carlos
Former Virginia Commonwealth University men’s soccer standout Gerardo Castillo is set to begin his professional career with Asociación Deportiva San Carlos of Costa Rica’s Primera División, the country’s top professional soccer league.
Colonial Downs reveals details for Virginia Derby weekend
The 2025 Virginia Derby, set for Saturday, March 15, will serve as a qualifying race for the 151st Kentucky Derby, offering the winner a spot at Churchill Downs on May 3. The event, a highlight of Colonial Downs’ March meet, will feature at least 10 races, with the Derby itself scheduled for the afternoon.
MJBL East-West All-Star Game returns to Daytona Beach
The Metropolitan Junior Baseball League brings its East-West All-Star Game back to Florida this weekend, with events scheduled for Jan. 18 and 19 in Daytona Beach.
Local artists organize to raise funds for Hurricane Helene relief
Local artists are teaming up to raise funds for the Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+) through an online auction and an in-person art exhibition. RVA4CERF+, set to take place from Jan. 21-24, will feature artwork donated by over 50 Virginia artists to support the relief efforts for craft artists impacted by Hurricane Helene.
RPS distributes food to families amid water crisis
Richmond Public Schools responded to the city’s ongoing water outage by providing meals to families in need on Thursday and Friday.
Richmond school board members take oath of office
Richmond Public Schools School Board member Ali Faruk (3rd District) called his wife, Samieh, and their two sons, Yusef and Zayn, to stand by his side as he took the oath of office during Wednesday’s special meeting.
Boiling point
Water crisis tests City’s response, resilience
James Winfield is restocking the drink section at the Kroger in Carytown on Monday evening, taking in the scene around him.
Fifth Street Baptist to host 23rd annual MLK event
A quiet reflection will precede an afternoon of celebration as the 23rd Annual MLK Community Celebration & Drum Major Awards takes center stage Sunday, Jan. 12, at Fifth Street Baptist Church, honoring those who live out Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy of service and leadership.
Personality: Darian Wyatt
Spotlight on board chair of Richmond Peace Education Center
The Richmond Peace Education Center, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting peaceful education, offers workshops on conflict resolution, trauma healing, gun violence reform, and restorative justice. Through its advocacy for nonviolence, the center works to address harmful environments and reduce the use of violence, fostering safer and more peaceful communities.
Vick lands first quarterback commitment at Norfolk State
Norfolk State University Coach Michael Vick has secured his first quarterback commitment as an HBCU coach in Earl Woods III, a former Alabama high school standout.
Azurest South named a national historic landmark
Virginia State University announced this week that Azurest South, also known as the Alumni House, has been designated as one of the nation’s newest National Historic Landmarks. The designation was part of a group of 19 new NHLs revealed by U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland. The designation is the highest federal recognition for a property’s historical, architectural or archaeological significance.
Hampton honors the ‘Dixie Three’ for defying segregation at hospital
The City of Hampton dedicated a Heritage marker Saturday morning to recognize three Black nurses who, in 1963, risked their careers to challenge segregation at Dixie Hospital in Hampton.
