Honoring Black History Retracing roots: Virginia plantations to Richmond TV news I moved to Richmond, excited about the change in my career path. But I never anticipated the emotional, painful and joyful journey it would lay at my feet.
Honoring Black History: The legacy of local young … RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A group of local Black athletes are pulling inspiration from their home ties to stress the importance of giving back. The group includes Ben …
The Book Bar in Richmond highlights Black authors RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Nestled in downtown Richmond, Krystle Dandridge can be found in her shop, sifting through her large collection of books. "I am …
Honoring Black History: The legacy of L. Douglas … RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — In 1989, L. Douglas Wilder became the first African American to be elected governor in the United States when he won the governor's mansion in Virginia. …
Virginia activist Barbara Johns honored with portrait RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- A new portrait of Virginia native Barbara Johns has been unveiled at the Office of the Attorney General, marking the latest tribute to the teenage Civil …
A look into the legacy behind The Richmond Slave … RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The city of Richmond carries a legacy tethered to the formation of the United States of America. Many of our founding fathers spent time in …
LIST: Black History Month events in your community With February now here, Black History Month is in full effect! Take a look at some local events hosted throughout the Metro-Richmond, Tri-Cities area and beyond to celebrate …
Former plantation makes retracing roots easier Using detailed inventories from the former plantation where she now works, Wilkerson is working to unravel the legacies of the people, listed as property hundreds of years ago, …
Richmond Planet license plate now available for order It’s finally time! Those interested in ordering the Richmond Planet newspaper’s special license plate can order online now.
Charlottesville Black art exhibition to open Friday Starting Friday the Charlottesville Black Arts Collective is partnering with the McGuffey Arts Center to feature an exhibition that will celebrate Black culture. The exhibition, …
Honoring Black History: How to explore your family … “When you’re doing this sort of research, you can’t just look in one spot,” said Lydia Neuroth, archivist for the Library of Virginia. “You have to look in so many other places.”
Retracing roots: Virginia plantations to Richmond … I moved to Richmond, excited about the change in my career path. But I never anticipated the emotional, painful and joyful journey it would lay at my feet.
Honoring Black History: The legacy of local young … A group of local Black athletes are pulling inspiration from their home ties to stress the importance of giving back.
Museum in Botetourt County honors black history through … BOTETOURT COUNTY, Va (WFXR) — An oral history event bought people together in Botetourt County, honoring black history through storytelling at the Botetourt County Historical Museum. …
The Book Bar in Richmond highlights Black authors Krystle Dandridge is the proud owner of The Book Bar, Richmond’s only Black-owned boutique bookstore and wine bar that focuses on Black and underrepresented authors.
Honoring Black History: The legacy of L. Douglas … In 1989, L. Douglas Wilder became the first African American to be elected governor in the United States when he won the governor’s mansion in Virginia. The grandson of slaves, …
Virginia activist Barbara Johns honored with portrait A new portrait of Virginia native Barbara Johns has been unveiled at the Office of the Attorney General, marking the latest tribute to the teenage Civil Rights activist.
How a Black-led running group is making a difference For Anthony and Tara Clary, community is everything. They say it is what gets them up in the morning and what drives their passion. It’s also what inspired them to form the Richmond-based …
Black communities often face mental health barriers All ethnicities and cultures experience mental health conditions, but according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, only one in three Black adults who need mental …
A look into the legacy behind The Richmond Slave … The Richmond Slave Trail is a winding two-and-half mile route from the historic Manchester docks to the old slave auction houses in Shockoe Bottom. Throughout the 1700s, enslaved …
‘Grandmother of Juneteenth’ portrait unveiled in … Opal Lee’s portrait is only the second to honor an African-American Texan, according to the Texas Legislative Black Caucus.
MLB The Show game introduces Negro League storylines A new game experience featuring the legends of baseballs Negro Leagues is coming to MLB The Show 23.
False MLK quote appears on Ohio police car: researchers Columbus police misquoted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in decals on a new community outreach cruiser, according to researchers who study the civil rights icon.
Legacy of nation’s only Black military academy lives … Tucked away 40 miles west of downtown Richmond sits a former plantation called “Belmead.” The plantation became a site for two Black Catholic boarding schools — both of which …
Uncle Nearest Green: “Godfather of Tennessee whiskey” A Black man born during slavery is now known as the Godfather of Tennessee whiskey.
LIST: Black History Month events in your community With February now here, Black History Month is in full effect! Take a look at some local events hosted throughout the Metro-Richmond, Tri-Cities area and beyond to celebrate …
Hampton rolls out mobile pass for Black History sites During Black History Month, Hampton is offering a new tool for visitors who want to get the most out of the city’s historical sites.
