August 2011

Beware of storm chasers after the storm The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has urged consumers to be wary of offers from unscrupulous contractors who often surface following a hurricane. “Slip-shod…

In conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, the University of Richmond’s Modlin Center for the Arts will present a new music-theatre piece, “Rappahannock County,” Sept.13–15, 7:30…

by YB Thompson This year’s ninth annual “Girls Are Talking” Conference for teen girls, ages 11-18, was a delight for a young mother’s heart and a big sister’s soul. Sponsored…

and everyday until September 8 at www.RichmondUnite.org/vote-now by Monica Smith-Callahan Recently U-TURN was named one of 39 youth oriented non-profit organizations in the Richmond area that would be in the…

by Camisha L. Jones “It’s so pretty!” That was Kenyada Jones’ response to her hair after her first relaxer around the age of 10. It is something I, too, thought…

by Dell Claiborne Okay, this column is going to be a little different than previous columns. Usually, this space is dedicated to answering the questions that are sent in by…

Department store giant Macy’s is partnering with local charities to bring the sixth annual “Shop For A Cause” Day back to Richmond. The event, which has raised over $38 million…

Thanks to a generous $50,000 grant from Dominion Resources, Virginia State University will now be expanding its digital textbook program, with the hopes of cutting down textbook costs for students.…

Honoring Past, Present, and Future Pioneers: A civil rights pioneers luncheon Walter E. Washington Convention Center Thursday, August 25, 12 pm – 2 pm Business attire, $85 per seat Partners…

by Camisha L. Jones When she was growing up on the north side of Richmond, Tammy D. Hawley would have never imagined that someday she would become Chief of Staff…