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In March, Zarina Falaldin hosted a farewell dinner and fundraiser for Chief Joseph Ole Tipanko, Cicilia Seleyian and Kilenyi John Parsitau, who came to Richmond from Maasailand in Kenya. Money raised that evening from the sale of handmade beaded jewelry and colorful indigenous textiles will help a Maasai school for girls in Kenya.

In March, Zarina Falaldin hosted a farewell dinner and fundraiser for Chief Joseph Ole Tipanko, Cicilia Seleyian and Kilenyi John Parsitau, who came to Richmond …

Published on April 25, 2024

Members of the Richmond Crusade for Voters current leadership led various discussions during its Tuesday night meeting at Club 533 in Jackson Ward. From left, Garry Callis Sr., chair of the education committee, Charlotte Sydnor, first vice president, Jonathan Davis, communications chairman, and (standing) Marty Jewell, president.

Members of the Richmond Crusade for Voters current leadership led various discussions during its Tuesday night meeting at Club 533 in Jackson Ward. From left, …

Published on February 22, 2024

Published on February 15, 2024

Gerald W. S. Carter of Harrell & Chambliss LLP law firm, far left, spoke with members of the Metro Richmond National Alumni Association for Spelman College on Saturday, Feb. 10 at Fifth Baptist Church, 1415 W. Cary St. Mr. Carter, who specializes in estate planning, business taxes and municipal finance and real estate taxes, discussed the importance of estate planning regarding wills, medical directives, powers of attorney and trusts.

Gerald W. S. Carter of Harrell & Chambliss LLP law firm, far left, spoke with members of the Metro Richmond National Alumni Association for Spelman …

Published on February 15, 2024

Pat Jones, seventh from right, is the metro Richmond president of Spelman’s alumni chapter, was photographed with other chapter member after Mr. Carter’s presentation.

Pat Jones, seventh from right, is the metro Richmond president of Spelman’s alumni chapter, was photographed with other chapter member after Mr. Carter’s presentation.

Published on February 15, 2024

Published on February 8, 2024

Qassie Powell of Miles Jones Elementary School displays her certificate from the Oratorical Contest.

Qassie Powell of Miles Jones Elementary School displays her certificate from the Oratorical Contest.

Published on February 8, 2024

Gold Dust Aucuba in Henrico County

Gold Dust Aucuba in Henrico County

Published on February 1, 2024

The halls of the Virginia General Assembly were ablaze with crimson on Monday as Richmond area members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority participated in Delta Days at the General Assembly. In between attending committee sessions led by several legislators, sorority members took time to greet new legislators Sen. Lashrecse Aird, 13th District, shown with Lisa Johnson and Greta Randolph and Delegate Debra Gardner, 76th District.

The halls of the Virginia General Assembly were ablaze with crimson on Monday as Richmond area members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority participated in Delta …

Published on January 25, 2024

Also in attendance were Valena A. Dixon, Bonnie Newman Davis, managing editor, Richmond Free Press, and Karla E. Peters, copy editor, Richmond Free Press.

Also in attendance were Valena A. Dixon, Bonnie Newman Davis, managing editor, Richmond Free Press, and Karla E. Peters, copy editor, Richmond Free Press.

Published on January 25, 2024

Better Housing Coalition officials said talks continue with the city for the release of millions of dollars to cover utility lines and other infrastructure for the Highland Grove project, a mixed-income housing development in the 500 block of Dove Street in Highland Park.

Better Housing Coalition officials said talks continue with the city for the release of millions of dollars to cover utility lines and other infrastructure for …

Published on December 14, 2023

Chief Wait “Red Hawk” Brown, president and CEO of Cheroenhaka Nottoway Enterprises in Courtland, stands near an exhibition showcase during a Dec. 4 “Indigenous Perspectives’” media preview at the Library of Virginia.

Chief Wait “Red Hawk” Brown, president and CEO of Cheroenhaka Nottoway Enterprises in Courtland, stands near an exhibition showcase during a Dec. 4 “Indigenous Perspectives’” …

Published on December 14, 2023

Jane Cooper Johnson, fourth from right, is surrounded by family members last June when an honorary street sign was erected in Richmond’s Westwood community to honor her mother, Bettie Elizabeth Boyers Cooper.

Jane Cooper Johnson, fourth from right, is surrounded by family members last June when an honorary street sign was erected in Richmond’s Westwood community to …

Published on November 16, 2023

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen Restaurant in Jackson Ward on Monday evening. The proposed $562 million gambling and entertainment complex is a joint venture between Urban One, a diversified media company, and Churchill Downs, the Louisville-based operator of the Kentucky Derby that also runs gambling establishments throughout the country. Two years ago, Richmond voters narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Two years later, the project is back on the Nov. 7 ballot. Mr. Liggins and representatives of Colonial Downs have met with several organizations, including churches and news media representatives to shed light on the revised casino project that promises jobs with an average annual salary of $55,000 and pledges of charitable donations along with $30 million in annual tax revenue for Richmond. The proposed project would be located in a former tobacco company site just off Interstate 95 in south Richmond, the same site that was identified in the first proposal. If the ref- erendum passes, gambling options include slots, an on-site sportsbook and gaming tables. The venue also would include a 250-room hotel, a 55-acre outdoor park, several sit-down dining options and a 3,000-seat concert venue, officials said at Monday’s event. While the venue is expected to attract Richmonders, its developers wager that most of its patrons will come from surrounding cities and states.

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen …

Published on October 26, 2023

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen Restaurant in Jackson Ward on Monday evening. The proposed $562 million gambling and entertainment complex is a joint venture between Urban One, a diversified media company, and Churchill Downs, the Louisville-based operator of the Kentucky Derby that also runs gambling establishments throughout the country. Two years ago, Richmond voters narrowly rejected a referendum that would have opened the door for a proposed casino. Two years later, the project is back on the Nov. 7 ballot. Mr. Liggins and representatives of Colonial Downs have met with several organizations, including churches and news media representatives to shed light on the revised casino project that promises jobs with an average annual salary of $55,000 and pledges of charitable donations along with $30 million in annual tax revenue for Richmond. The proposed project would be located in a former tobacco company site just off Interstate 95 in south Richmond, the same site that was identified in the first proposal. If the referendum passes, gambling options include slots, an on-site sportsbook and gaming tables. The venue also would include a 250-room hotel, a 55-acre outdoor park, several sit-down dining options and a 3,000-seat concert venue, officials said at Monday’s event. While the venue is expected to attract Richmonders, its developers wager that most of its patrons will come from surrounding cities and states.

Alfred C. Liggins III, CEO of development partner Urban One, discussed the Richmond Grand Resort and Casino project with about 75 Richmonders at Southern Kitchen …

Published on October 26, 2023

Chaka Khan

Chaka Khan

Published on August 17, 2023

Published on June 8, 2023

Flower girl Sidney Drew, 5, and ring bearer Shomari Kearney, 4, brought smiles before and after they walked down the aisle at Richmond’s Second Baptist Church, 1400 Idlewood Ave. on April 23. The two youngsters, whose fathers are Alvin Drew and Nathaniel Kearney, participated in the wedding of Joseph W. and Apryl (Pecht) Wimbush.

Flower girl Sidney Drew, 5, and ring bearer Shomari Kearney, 4, brought smiles before and after they walked down the aisle at Richmond’s Second Baptist …

Published on May 4, 2023

Published on April 20, 2023