Already strained food banks worry about looming SNAP cuts
Budget cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and food banks will put more strain on Virginia organizations already struggling to meet increased need and costs, food bank representatives say.
Portrait of Martin ‘Tutti’ Townes unveiled at Executive Mansion
Gov. Glenn Youngkin and first lady Suzanne Youngkin hosted senior government officials, members of the Governor’s Citizens’ Advisory Council for Furnishing and Interpreting the Executive Mansion, and the Townes family and friends for the unveiling of a commissioned portrait of longtime butler Martin “Tutti” Townes.
Housing push stalls at City Hall
Council puts off decision on rental inspections
Richmond City Council deferred a long-debated rental inspection ordinance Monday night after residents and housing advocates packed City Hall to call for stronger tenant protections and anti-displacement measures.
Nearly 200 incorrect ballots prompt changes at Richmond elections office
Several changes are underway at the Richmond Office of Elections after officials discovered that 283 incorrect ballots were provided to voters in multiple districts at the start of early voting.
River Road Church welcomes educator Joshua Cole for forum event
River Road Church will welcome award-winning educator Joshua Cole on Saturday, Sept. 27 for a session on inclusivity as part of its Distinguished Speaker Forum.
Sarah Garland Jones Center to host 2025 Gospel Fest and clothing drive
The Sarah Garland Jones Center for Healthy Living will host the 2025 Gospel Fest and clothing drive on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 2600 Nine Mile Road. Doors open at 4 p.m.
Third Baptist Church to hold candidates forum
Third Baptist Church will open its doors to the community Sept. 23 for a public “Conversation with the Candidates” forum ahead of the 2025 Virginia general election.
Burton named to Obama Foundation Leaders program
Chris Burton, director of the Leadership Institute at Union Presbyterian Seminary, has been selected for the 2025-26 class of the Obama Foundation Leaders program.
Dance festival to celebrate Richmond’s cultural diversity
Sixteen dance troupes representing cultures from around the world will take the stage at Deep Run Park on Saturday, Sept. 20, as Richmond’s International Dance Festival returns for its second year.
Historian to discuss LGBTQ+ history in Virginia at library event
Historian Charles H. Ford will discuss his new book about LGBTQ+ history in Virginia during a free presentation at the Library of Virginia this month.
Serena, Venus take a swing at podcasting
The sibling tennis stars — Serena Williams finished her career at the 2022 U.S. Open; Venus Williams just competed at that tournament in singles, women’s doubles and mixed doubles — launched their podcast on X with a debut episode Wednesday.
Chesterfield to honor second Sports Hall of Fame class
Chesterfield County will induct seven athletes into its Sports Hall of Fame during a ceremony Thursday at the Perkinson Center for Arts and Education.
Colonial Downs ends record-setting 2025 race season
Colonial Downs closed its 2025 thoroughbred racing season Sept. 13 with record numbers and a first-ever Kentucky Derby qualifying race.
Roadrunners surge too late in 73-72 loss to Lady Wolves
The Richmond Roadrunners nearly completed a furious comeback Sept. 13 but fell just short, losing 73-72 to the Maryland Lady Wolves at the Under Armour House and missing a trip to the Final Four.
VSU professor awarded $1.1M grant to study glowing mushrooms
Virginia State University Associate Professor Xianfa Xie has received a $1,148,010 grant from the National Science Foundation to study bioluminescent fungi, or mushrooms that glow, according to a VSU press release.
City wins electric vehicle policy award
The City of Richmond received national recognition last month for its electric vehicle policies and jumped 21 spots in a national ranking of sustainable municipal fleets.
Early voting in Virginia begins Friday ahead of 2025 elections
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. Early voting allows residents to vote in person before Election Day and can help reduce wait times at polling places.
Virginia Union University to host Huston-Tillotson president for convocation
Virginia Union University will welcome Melva K. Wallace, president and CEO of Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, Texas, as the speaker for its opening convocation on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 10 a.m. in the Allix B. James Chapel.
Panel to encourage political candidacy
A panel discussion aimed at encouraging community members to run for political office will be held Sept. 23 at Eggspectation Restaurant in Stony Point Fashion Park.
