Rev. Adkins-Jones returns to preach at Second Baptist Church revival
The Rev. Timothy Levi Adkins-Jones, a Richmond native and accomplished theologian, returns to his hometown for a special revival at Second Baptist Church (West End) on Oct. 28-29.
VMFA unveils preliminary designs for major expansion and renovation
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts revealed preliminary architectural designs for its planned expansion and renovation, showcasing what the museum may look like after its transformative project.
‘High impact’ experience teaches college students about state government
College students from nine Virginia universities spent a recent weekend at the State Capitol to learn about the legislative process through a government simulation.
Panthers’ defense shines in second straight shutout win
Jada Byers rushed for 188 yards and two touchdowns, leading Virginia Union University to a 35-0 victory over Elizabeth City State University on Saturday at Hovey Stadium.
Bensley Agrihood to host gala, discussion
A local initiative combining affordable housing and urban farming takes center stage at an upcoming gala. The Bensley Agrihood Planning Project (BAPP) hosts the event Saturday, Oct. 19, to review progress and discuss future plans for a proposed development in North Chesterfield.
Uncovering the Tulsa Massacre truth, by Marc H. Morial
Oct. 14, 2024 “We acknowledge descendants of the survivors, and the victims continue to bear the trauma of this act of racial terrorism. We have no expectation that there are living perpetrators who could be criminally prosecuted by us or by the state. We honor the legacy of the Tulsa Race Massacre survivors, Emmett Till, the Act that bears his name, this country and the truth by conducting our own review and evaluation of the massacre. In the words of Ida B. Wells, one of this nation’s most staunch antilynching advocates, ‘The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them.’” – Assistant U.S. Attorney for Civil Rights Kristen Clarke
Indigenous communities lead in crucial environmental fight, by Ben Jealous
Contamination from lead, arsenic, and the other toxins in Tar Creek in Northeastern Oklahoma stole the potential of many children of the Quapaw Nation. As a parent, I can only imagine the anguish and the anger. As a lifelong activist for civil and human rights and the environment, I deeply admire the resilience of the Quapaw and the many Indigenous communities with similar stories.
Peggy Davis, VSU athletics VP, dies
Peggy Davis, Virginia State University’s associate vice president for athletics who led the institution’s sports programs to numerous championships and accolades over nearly three decades, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. She was a longtime fixture in NCAA Division II athletics.
Virginia State’s offense explodes for 457 yards in homecoming rout
Virginia State University’s football team showcased an impressive aerial attack, amassing nearly 330 passing yards from three quarterbacks to defeat Bowie State 38-17 during Saturday’s homecoming game.
Animated film celebrates Pharrell’s musical journey, hits
Pharrell Williams is deserving of a film that highlights his musical accomplishments. He’s won 13 Grammy Awards, received an Academy Award nomination (“Happy,” from Despicable Me 2), and his productions have sold around 100 million copies worldwide. Surely, if Sean Combs could produce a film about himself (“Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: A Bad Boy Story”), Williams is entitled to the same. Right?
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Pharrell Williams: LEGO documentary captures his essence
Pharrell Williams is deserving of a film that highlights his musical accomplishments. He’s won 13 Grammy Awards, received an Academy Award nomination (“Happy,” from *Despicable Me 2*), and his productions have sold around 100 million copies worldwide.
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority receives $4.9M grant for school mental health
The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority has been awarded a nearly $5 million grant to expand mental health programs in Richmond Public Schools and its clinic.
Hurricane Milton makes landfall in Florida as a Category 3 storm
Hurricane Milton crashed into Florida as a Category 3 storm Wednesday, pounding the coast with ferocious winds of over 100 mph (160 kph) and producing a series of tornadoes around the state. Tampa avoided a direct hit.
RPS announces top accreditation numbers at School Board meeting
Richmond Public Schools announced at Monday evening’s School Board meeting that it is leading the state in the number of accredited schools.
Teen inventor challenges immigrant stereotypes, by David W. Marshall
It is unlikely that we will ever hear Donald Trump mention Heman Bekele by name during one of his campaign rallies. Knowing Trump’s character as a man, it would be hard to fathom seeing him properly reference Bekele in public or private conversations.
Trailblazer, philanthropist remembered for community support
Retired businesswoman and community patron Audrey Dixon Settle died Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, at age 76, leaving behind a personal and professional history that touched many.
Free community testing for COVID-19 continues
For the week ending on Saturday, Oct. 5, COVID-19 accounted for .9% of all emergency department visits in Virginia, trending down from previous data. No deaths associated with COVID-19 were reported within that timeframe at the time of publication. Data on COVID-19 wastewater showed levels plateauing for Richmond and below detection in Henrico County starting Sunday, Sept. 22.
Defense delivers Commanders a 4th victory, but Ravens will be a bigger test
Frankie Luvu sacked Deshaun Watson twice by himself, shared another sack and recovered a fumble. After he and the Washington Commanders’ revamped defense had by far their best game of the season, he was not taking a victory lap.
First municipal African burial ground in city gets state recognition
Virginia officials will unveil a state historical marker next week honoring Richmond’s first municipal African cemetery, a site that dates back to 1799.
