Equipment failure delays Richmond utility bills for about 5,000 customers
An equipment malfunction has forced the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) to delay billing for roughly 5,000 customers on the city’s South Side. The department discovered the issue Oct. 17 and paused billing to avoid issuing inaccurate statements.
Brookland Park Fest returning with food, music and family activities
Brookland Park Fest returns to the neighborhood on Nov. 9 from 1 to 5 p.m. along Brookland Park Boulevard between Fendall and North avenues.
Celebration honors Lesane’s 70th birthday, retirement
More than 100 family members, friends and former colleagues gathered Saturday, Oct. 25 at The Westin Hotel to celebrate the 70th birthday and retirement of the Rev. Warren J. Lesane Jr.
‘A Distinct Society’ to premiere at Firehouse Theatre
Firehouse Theatre will stage the Virginia premiere of “A Distinct Society,” a play written and directed by acclaimed playwright Kareem Fahmy, opening Nov. 14 on the Carol Piersol Stage at 1609 W. Broad St.
Chesterfield School Board announces interim Clover Hill representative
The Chesterfield County School Board appointed Jenna Darby as the interim representative for the Clover Hill District, effective Jan. 1, following the announced resignation of Dorothy Heffron, who is stepping down after controversy over a social media post. Her resignation is effective Dec. 31.
Board of Supervisors to appoint LeQuan Hylton as interim supervisor
In the wake of the death of five-term Dale District Supervisor James M. “Jim” Holland, members of the Chesterfield board plan to appoint LeQuan Hylton as interim supervisor for the district.
Ceremony at Virginia War Memorial to honor Commonwealth’s veterans
The Virginia War Memorial will host the 69th annual Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11 on the memorial’s grounds at 621 S. Belvidere St.
VUU holds third annual E. Lee Coble Golf Tournament
Virginia Union University hosted its third annual E. Lee Coble Golf Tournament on Monday at Lakeside Park Club, with 17 foursomes competing in men’s and women’s divisions.
Plans for Shockoe Project memorial, plaza advance
The City of Richmond’s Planning Commission on Monday, Nov. 3 approved conceptual plans for a memorial to the Shockoe Bottom African Burial Ground and finalized designs for Reconciliation Plaza improvements, two key components of The Shockoe Project.
Virginia practitioners can now access accredited medical cannabis training
As more Virginians turn to medical cannabis for relief, health care practitioners are being asked increasingly about its benefits, risks and potential drug interactions, but many lack formal training.
NAACP Virginia State Conference names new leadership
The NAACP Virginia State Conference has elected new officers for the 2025-27 term during its 90th annual convention Oct. 24-26 in Richmond.
7-year-old brain cancer survivor receives custom hairpiece
Myla, a 7-year-old brain cancer survivor, received a custom hairpiece Saturday at Bombshell Wigs Galore, marking a milestone in her recovery and offering a boost to her confidence.
Kickers close season with Henny Derby win over Madison
The Richmond Kickers ended their USL League One season on a high note Saturday night, defeating Forward Madison 5-1 in the third and final leg of the Henny Derby at City Stadium.
Virginia Humanities names new class of HBCU Scholars Fellows
Virginia Humanities has announced seven new recipients of its HBCU Scholars Fellowships, bringing together a diverse group of educators, writers and researchers from historically Black colleges and universities in Virginia and North Carolina.
City opens funding for affordable housing projects
The City of Richmond announced a new round of funding through its Affordable Housing Trust Fund, making more than $13 million available to support the creation and preservation of affordable housing.
Ndiaye repeats as A-10 Defensive Player of the Week
Senior defender Moussa Ndiaye has been named the Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Week for the second straight time, the conference announced Monday, after leading the VCU men’s soccer team to its second consecutive shutout.
VSU extends president’s contract through 2032
Virginia State University recently extended the contract of President Makola M. Abdullah through 2032, securing long-term leadership for the historically Black university.
High school students to host TEDxRVA Youth
Richmond’s next generation of thinkers and creators will take center stage Saturday, Nov. 8, when high school students host the 13th annual TEDxRVA Youth at Collegiate School’s Hershey Center for the Arts. The free event runs from 5 to 7 p.m.
Richmond Health Equity Fund awards $135,000 to community organizations
The Richmond Health Equity Fund is providing $135,000 in continued funding to community organizations that address health disparities across the city. The grants will support programs focused on health care access, chronic disease, food security, maternal and child health, and mental and behavioral health.
Clergy, veterans take coordinated prayer action to Capitol
Dozens of Virginians, including clergy and community leaders, staged a “pray-in” outside the Richmond offices of U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner on Monday, Oct. 20, to urge continued health care subsidies and protest recent federal budget policies.
Region unites to keep food on tables amid SNAP disruption
Feed More’s headquarters in Richmond serves as the hub for Central Virginia’s food distribution network.
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.
Theater community honors standout productions at 17th annual Artsies
Richmond Triangle Players and Firehouse Theatre dominated the 17th annual Richmond Theatre Community Circle Awards, or Artsies, with Firehouse taking home 13 awards and the Triangle/ Firehouse co-production of “A Strange Loop” earning six honors, including Best Musical and Best Direction of a Musical.
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.
Maggie Walker Community Land Trust appoints new board member
The Maggie Walker Community Land Trust recently named Derrick Billie to its board of directors.
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.
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.
Leaders, mentors to speak at men’s summit at VUU
The Men’s Master Summit will host its fall 2025 gathering on Saturday, Oct. 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Virginia Union University’s Living and Learning Center.
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.
Goochland students bring global cuisine to Friday night football
Friday night football at Goochland High School now comes with a side of cultural education, thanks to two students who turned a Spanish class assignment into a thriving food business.
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.
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).
‘Banana Ball’ brings Negro Leagues tribute to Richmond’s new CarMax Park
A modern spin on showtime baseball with deep roots in Black baseball history is coming to Richmond next spring.
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.
Chesterfield Supervisor Jim Holland dies at 73 after cancer battle
James M. “Jim” Holland, a five-term Dale District supervisor and one of Chesterfield County’s longest-serving public officials, died Tuesday at his home after a battle with cancer. He was 73.
Roland Martin to lead VSU voter engagement event
Journalist and political commentator Roland Martin will visit Virginia State University on Thursday, Oct. 16 as part of Trojan Voter Week.
Explore the power of poison at the Science Museum of Virginia
Visitors at the Science Museum of Virginia are stepping into a world where danger meets fascination.
Local floorball star represents US at world championships
Suzi Lindquist’s path to representing the United States at the Women’s World Floorball Championships runs straight through Richmond.
Hanover seeks high schoolers to serve as Election Day pages
The Hanover County Elections Office is seeking high school students to serve as Election Day pages on Nov. 4.
Judge allows Bishop Barber’s lawsuit to proceed
A federal judge has denied AMC Theaters’ request to dismiss a lawsuit filed by civil rights leader Bishop William Barber II,stemming from an incident in which theater employees called police to remove him for not providing proof of a disability.
Virginia State unveils 2025-26 men’s basketball schedule
Virginia State University men’s basketball coach Lonnie Blow Jr. recently announced the team’s 2025-26 schedule.
InLight celebrates future North stars with ‘Super!Giant!Jump!Star!’
“InLight 2025: Super!Giant!Jump!Star!” the grand premiere of artist George Ferrandi’s multidisciplinary project “Jump!Star!” will be held Friday and Saturday at Abner Clay Park. The free public event runs from 7 to 11 p.m. both nights at 200 W. Clay St.
Ebenezer Baptist to welcome new pastor with banquet and worship services
The congregation of Ebenezer Baptist Church is preparing to formally install the Rev. Kevin L. Jones as its new pastor with a weekend of worship, fellowship and community celebration.
Church hosting exhibition as it opens immigrant resource center
Ramsey Memorial United Methodist Church and community collaborators will celebrate the opening of the Community Growth Center on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony from 3 to 5 p.m.
‘Black Beyond Borders’ dives into diaspora life with DIY spirit
Ebony Walden is taking the global Black experience into her own hands — and onto the screen.
Korir, Hawkins lead VUU to fifth at HBCU Challenge
The Virginia Union University men’s cross-country team placed fifth out of 13 schools at the HBCU Challenge on Oct. 3 in Cary, North Carolina, led by medal-winning runs from freshmen Rodgers Korir and Darryl Hawkins Jr.
Hispanic Football Hall unveils college Player of the Year watch list
Fifteen college football standouts of Hispanic heritage were named Wednesday to the first-ever watch list for the Hispanic College Football Player of the Year Award.
VSU opens largest building in school history
Virginia State University has opened the Alfred W. Harris Academic Commons, the largest facility in the school’s 143-year history.
City expands Zoning Advisory Council
Mayor Danny Avula announced Wednesday the addition of four new members to the city’s Zoning Advisory Council, expanding the panel from 17 to 21 members in response to resident calls for broader representation in planning decisions.
Folk Festival to feature ‘Riverlore’ films, discussion
The Richmond Folk Festival will highlight Virginia’s rivers this year with a special film screening and launch party on Thursday, Oct. 9, ahead of the festival, which runs Friday through Sunday, Oct. 10-12, at Brown’s Island and the downtown riverfront.
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