Panthers roar past Lincoln 66-21 in Homecoming rout
Virginia Union University celebrated Homecoming with a dominant 66-21 win over Lincoln University on Saturday at Hovey Field, improving to 6-1 overall and 4-0 in CIAA play.
Obama to campaign with Spanberger in Norfolk
Former President Barack Obama is scheduled to join former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger for a campaign rally Saturday, Nov. 1 in Norfolk, marking the first visit to Hampton Roads by a Democratic president in more than a decade.
Shalom Farms to host annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 29
Shalom Farms will hold its fourth annual Harvest Festival on Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 5 to 8 p.m. at its Northside Farm, 1311 Westwood Ave.
Early voting
Richmond voters are casting ballots early for the 2025 elections, including races for governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and members of the House of Delegates. Early voting allows residents to vote in person before Election Day and can help reduce wait times at polling places.
Maggie Walker Community Land Trust appoints new board member
The Maggie Walker Community Land Trust recently named Derrick Billie to its board of directors.
Richmond-area seniors and Hanover residents offered help to stay warm
As fall temperatures dip, seniors and low-income residents across the Richmond area are being offered ways to stay warm this winter, from free weatherization kits to financial assistance for heating bills.
Pull the lever, hold the nose
By now, you’ve probably heard about the texting troubles of Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones.
VMFA appoints Wai Yee Chiong new curator of East Asian art
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts has named Wai Yee Chiong, Ph.D., as its new E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Curator of East Asian Art, following an international search. She began her new role on Oct. 10
ICA names new leaders in curatorial and exhibitions
The Institute for Contemporary Art at Virginia Commonwealth University has promoted two longtime staff members to leadership roles designed to strengthen the museum’s exhibitions and programming.
Faith, family and fun fill the field at Catholic Fest
The Catholic Diocese of Richmond welcomed thousands to The Diamond for its first Catholic Fest, a daylong celebration of hope, faith and community.
Interfaith initiative aims to increase voter turnout
The Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy is relaunching its annual “Interfaith Souls to the Polls” initiative to encourage early voting across the state in the final two weekends before the 2025 election.
Former MLB standout Al Bumbry to be Homecoming Parade marshal
Virginia State University alumnus and former Major League Baseball player Alonzo “Al” Bumbry will serve as marshal and guest of honor for this year’s Homecoming Parade.
Kickers fall 2-0 to AV Alta FC
The Richmond Kickers (7-17-5) came up short in their first visit to USL League One newcomer AV Alta FC, falling 2-0 despite creating several scoring chances.
Korn Ferry Tour picks Glen Allen for 2026 championship
Professional golf will remain in the Richmond area with the Korn Ferry Tour Championship moving to The Federal Club for the 2026 season finale, Oct. 5-11.
Richmond police officers, firefighters to face off in charity boxing event
Richmond police officers and firefighters will step into the ring for a charity boxing event on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at River City Roll.
City Council rejects real estate tax rate cut
Richmond’s $1.20 real estate tax rate will stay the same for another year after Richmond City Council voted 5-3-1 on Tuesday against a proposed four-cent reduction in the rate.
RPS recommends Armstrong name remain
Following arguments that supported or opposed renaming Armstrong High School, RPS conducted a districtwide survey in September asking specific groups where they stood on the matter.
Avula, city officials launch plan to guide Richmond’s future
Thriving neighborhoods, a growing economy and a more accountable city government are among the goals outlined in Mayor Danny Avula’s new Mayoral Action Plan, or MAP, aimed at delivering measurable improvements across Richmond.
First training class graduates from workforce development program
Richmond residents graduated Friday from a community-based workforce development program created through a partnership between the City of Richmond, the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) and Kirila Construction Services (KCS).
ChildSavers launches perinatal mental health program in Richmond
ChildSavers is offering virtual and in-person therapy for pregnant and postpartum individuals through a new pilot program, It Takes a Village, in partnership with the Virginia Health Care Foundation.
