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Zakyia Armstrong, 26, of Suffolk, Va., a first generation graduate with a degree in biology, celebrates with bunches of flowers given to her following the graduation.

Zakyia Armstrong, 26, of Suffolk, Va., a first generation graduate with a degree in biology, celebrates with bunches of flowers given to her following the …

Published on May 16, 2024

Donald Trump and rapper Kanye West meet in the White House in October 2018.

Donald Trump and rapper Kanye West meet in the White House in October 2018.

Published on May 9, 2024

Quarterback Jayden Daniels is the latest Heisman winner to join the Washington Commanders. Six winners of the college trophy have played with the team, including Robert Griffin Jr.

Quarterback Jayden Daniels is the latest Heisman winner to join the Washington Commanders. Six winners of the college trophy have played with the team, including …

Published on May 2, 2024

Virginia Commonwealth University students set up a “Liberated Zone for Palestine” on Monday beside the John Branch Cabell Library. Students and community activists gathered together making signs and expressing their views. Police were deployed to the protest later that evening, making several arrests.

Virginia Commonwealth University students set up a “Liberated Zone for Palestine” on Monday beside the John Branch Cabell Library. Students and community activists gathered together …

Published on May 2, 2024

Zarina Fazaldin and her team at L&Z Historic LLC have spent the last 20 years successfully preserving and designing historic Richmond properties, which she’s turned into affordable housing. Her latest project—a three-year restoration of a historic Jackson Ward home—received a Golden Hammer Award for Best Restoration from the Historic Richmond and Storefront for Community Design partnership in 2021. The home’s bright, festive colors remind Ms. Fazaldin of her homeland, Tanzania.

Zarina Fazaldin and her team at L&Z Historic LLC have spent the last 20 years successfully preserving and designing historic Richmond properties, which she’s turned …

Published on April 25, 2024

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

Virginia State University completed its $84-million Multi-Purpose Center in 2016. On Oct. 1, the 165,941-square-foot facility will play host to one of three U.S. Presidential 2024 debate sites. The venue has a seating capacity of 5,100 to 6,100, and earned ASID Carolinas Excellence in Design First Place Award in 2017.

Virginia State University completed its $84-million Multi-Purpose Center in 2016. On Oct. 1, the 165,941-square-foot facility will play host to one of three U.S. Presidential …

Published on April 25, 2024

Hampton University, a trailblazer in the world of collegiate sailing, stands as the sole Historically Black College or University (HBCU) with a sailing team.

Hampton University, a trailblazer in the world of collegiate sailing, stands as the sole Historically Black College or University (HBCU) with a sailing team.

Published on April 18, 2024

Nezirayh Lee, 5, and her father Immanuel Lee, 26, both of Henrico County, took advantage of the perfect kite-flying weather on April 13 at Abner Clay Park in Historic Jackson Ward.

Nezirayh Lee, 5, and her father Immanuel Lee, 26, both of Henrico County, took advantage of the perfect kite-flying weather on April 13 at Abner …

Published on April 18, 2024

Hundreds gather on the front lawn of the Science Museum of Virginia along Broad Street in Richmond to take in the historic siting of a partial solar eclipse Monday, April 8, 2024.

Hundreds gather on the front lawn of the Science Museum of Virginia along Broad Street in Richmond to take in the historic siting of a …

Published on April 11, 2024

Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority officials celebrated the groundbreaking and construction of the first phase of vertical construction for Creighton Court, one of the oldest public housing communities, on Thursday, April 4, in the city’s East End. As of this month, 192 units within Creighton Court have been demolished. Of the 504 units that once made up the entire public housing community, a total of 313 units remain with 167 unoccupied. Construction will continue through 2025.

Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority officials celebrated the groundbreaking and construction of the first phase of vertical construction for Creighton Court, one of the oldest …

Published on April 11, 2024

Hundreds gather on the front lawn of the Science Museum of Virginia along Broad Street in Richmond to take in the historic siting of a partial solar eclipse Monday, April 8, 2024.

Hundreds gather on the front lawn of the Science Museum of Virginia along Broad Street in Richmond to take in the historic siting of a …

Published on April 11, 2024

Gwendolyn Harris, 60, met Mr. Short in the early 2010s through the Ladies and Gents of Creighton, a senior singing group. Along with Juanita Davis, 85, they joined Mr. Short’s first rehearsal in early March.

Gwendolyn Harris, 60, met Mr. Short in the early 2010s through the Ladies and Gents of Creighton, a senior singing group. Along with Juanita Davis, …

Published on April 4, 2024

Melvin Short, Sr. 69, a recreation instructor for Richmond Parks and Recreation, is organizing a group of senior citizens to sing in a summer concert at Forest Hill Park. Through the years, Mr. Short has planned and presented numerous cultural and musical events involving young people in Richmond.

Melvin Short, Sr. 69, a recreation instructor for Richmond Parks and Recreation, is organizing a group of senior citizens to sing in a summer concert …

Published on April 4, 2024

Credit: Michala Garrison and the Scientific Visualization Studio (SVS), in collaboration with the NASA Heliophysics Activation Team (NASA HEAT). Eclipse calculations by Ernie Wright, NASA Goddard Space Flight Center

Credit: Michala Garrison and the Scientific Visualization Studio (SVS), in collaboration with the NASA Heliophysics Activation Team (NASA HEAT). Eclipse calculations by Ernie Wright, NASA …

Published on April 4, 2024

Ted Leonsis, right, owner of the Washington Wizards NBA basketball team and Washington Capitals NHL hockey team, speaks during a news conference with Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, left, and D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, center, at the Capitol One Arena in Washington, Wednesday, March 27.

Ted Leonsis, right, owner of the Washington Wizards NBA basketball team and Washington Capitals NHL hockey team, speaks during a news conference with Washington, D.C. …

Published on April 4, 2024

Dance like no one’s watching-Jade of The Love Movement performed at the Davis Avenue stage on Monument Avenue during the annual Easter on Parade on Sunday, March 31. Her singing prompted dancing from fans such as Carolina Morris, who was cheered on by her dad, Whit Morris. (Julianne Tripp/Richmond Free Press)

Dance like no one’s watching-Jade of The Love Movement performed at the Davis Avenue stage on Monument Avenue during the annual Easter on Parade on …

Published on April 4, 2024

Tulips at the State Capitol (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Tulips at the State Capitol (Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Published on April 4, 2024

Cityscape Slices of life and scenes in Richmond-The Lewis F. Powell Jr. U.S. Courthouse, headquarters of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, is one of 12 regional appellate courts within the federal judicial system. This court hears appeals from nine federal district courts that include Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina and from federal administrative agencies. Located at 1100 E. Main St., the building, as seen from the State Capitol on Bank Street, currently is wrapped in scaffolding while undergoing a “clean construction project,” which includes renovating the roof, windows and other exterior elements of the courthouse. Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press)

Cityscape Slices of life and scenes in Richmond-The Lewis F. Powell Jr. U.S. Courthouse, headquarters of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, …

Published on April 4, 2024

In Richmond’s West End, families enjoyed games, fun activities and hands-on crafts, as well as live entertainment on three stages during Dominion Energy’s Family Easter at Maymont. (Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press)

In Richmond’s West End, families enjoyed games, fun activities and hands-on crafts, as well as live entertainment on three stages during Dominion Energy’s Family Easter …

Published on April 4, 2024

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