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‘You just don’t know what’s coming’

As the pandemic wears on, hundreds of families line up in a drive-thru for food from the Chesterfield Food Bank By George Copeland Jr.

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Hundreds of cars line up in orderly rows to received free food from the Chesterfield Food Bank’s drive-thru operation on Iron Bridge Road in Chester. Officials have seen the need for help skyrocket during the pandemic with more and more people out of work. Right, volunteer Jeff Dean, 53, of North Chesterfield, center, maneuvers among the pallets of fresh fruit and produce where other volunteers fill his grocery cart with food. He then will load the food into one of the hundreds of cars waiting at the Chesterfield Food Bank.

For Tatanisha Rodriguez, the experience of going to a food bank for help for the first time just a week shy of Christmas produced a multitude of emotions and reactions. The Chesterfield County resident was laid off in May from her job of 20 years in insurance claims and risk management. She felt a mix of anger and hurt at her situation, gratitude for the efforts of organizers and volunteers, and had a warning for others to not take their place in life for granted, especially during such unstable times brought on by the pandemic. “I’ve always had the mindset that you just don’t know what’s coming around the pike, because I certainly didn’t expect this time for me to last this long,” Ms. Rodriguez said. “2020 should show us that any situation for any person can change very quickly, and you may be on the receiving end.” Ms. Rodriguez was one of hundreds of families served by the Chesterfield Food Bank at its drive-thru at 12211 Iron Bridge Road in Chester. Volunteers waited with grocery carts filled with fresh greens, eggs, milk, a ham, carrots, fruit and more to be placed in the cars of people who had been lined up for hours before the distribution begins about 5 p.m. On a recent Friday, the first five cars in line had been waiting since noon for the 5 p.m. start. Behind them, hundreds of Mayor Stoney cars sat in row after row, with people waiting for free food for their families. One official said at least 500 vehicles would be filled with food before the evening’s end. While the food bank is open all year, the pandemic has wreaked havoc on the lives of so many area families that

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Coalition pushes Black inclusion in marijuana legalization By Jeremy M. Lazarus

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Vice President-elect Kamala Harris receives the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine from Patricia Cummings on Tuesday. She and her husband, Doug Emhoff, were vaccinated at United Medical Center in Southeast Washington. It is the only public hospital in Washington and offers community-based services to area residents who are mostly African-American and have lower incomes than the rest of D.C.

New registration system to aid COVID-19 vaccination process By George Copeland Jr.

Local health officials announced a new initiative to help with management of the COVID-19 vaccines. VAMS, or the Vaccine Administration Management System, is an online scheduling tool created by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to ensure proper vaccine administration. Using a valid email address, enrollees in the system will be required to provide their name, date of birth, address and other personal information. This includes information such as race or ethnicity, gender, known allergies and any current health conditions. Once registered and the vaccines become more widely available, those enrolled will be able to access a map of vaccine providers and schedule appointments for the first and second doses. Vaccine providers also will be able to use VAMS to track which brand of vaccine a person has received so that he Please turn to A4

Five years ago, after the General Assembly legalized the growing of marijuana’s cousin, industrial hemp, veteran grower Leroy Hardy Jr. sought to be among the people chosen to plant the first test plots to help interested farmers get the most from the crop. Mr. He was dismayed that he and other minority agricultural producers were shut out of that testing process and had to wait two to three years to gain a license to produce hemp. “So far as I am aware, no one who looked like me received any seeds” to plant during the initial research phase, said Mr. Hardy, a combination of African-American and Native American ancestry who sits on the council of

the Nottoway Indian Tribe. A Southampton County minister and fourth-generation farmer, Mr. Hardy also watched in dismay as Virginia again failed to include Black and minority groups in parceling out a handful of licenses for medical marijuana dispensaries after that was legalized in 2018. Hardy The state does not appear to have required minority inclusion in the supply chain for the dispensaries, he said. With the General Assembly poised to legalize recreational use of marijuana at its next session that will begin on Wednesday, Jan. 13, Mr. Hardy and others are determined to ensure Please turn to A4

By Jeremy M. Lazarus

Mayor Levar M. Stoney sees bright prospects ahead for Richmond if COVID-19 can be defeated quickly. Ready to start his second four-year term next week, he has ideas galore, but he said the key to it all is “vaccination.” He is counting on the federal government to rapidly roll out the injectable medications so that the broader population can be treated and gain immunity so there can be a return to normalcy. In an interview, Mayor Stoney said in an effort to counter community misgivings, he plans to be first in line when one or more of the approved vaccines becomes widely available. He said that he will join the city health department in Please turn to A4

Free COVID-19 testing Free community testing for COVID-19 continues. The Richmond and Henrico County health districts are offering testing at the following locations: Tuesday, Jan. 5, 1 to 3 p.m., Eastern Henrico Health Department, 1400 N. Laburnum Ave., in Eastern Henrico. Drivethru testing. Thursday, Jan. 7, 10 a.m. to noon, Diversity Richmond, 1407 Sherwood Ave., North Side. Friday, Jan. 8, 1 to 3 p.m., Eastern Henrico Health Department, 1400 N. Laburnum Ave., in Eastern Henrico. Drivethru testing. Appointments are encouraged by calling the Richmond and Henrico COVID-19 Hotline at (804) 205-3501 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Testing will be offered while test supplies last. The Chesterfield County Health Department also is offering free COVID-19 testing at the following location: Second Baptist Church, 5100 W. Hundred Road, Chester, 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Jan. 4, 11,

18 and 25. St. Augustine Catholic Church, 4400 Beulah Road, North Chesterfield, 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Walmsley Boulevard United Methodist Church, 2950 Walmsley Blvd., 10 a.m. to noon, Thursday, Dec. 31. Faith and Family Center, 7900 Walmsley Blvd., 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31. • Chesterfield County Health Department, 9501 Lucy Corr Circle, Smith-Wagner Building Multipurpose room, 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Jan. 9 and 23. Testing is encouraged for those who have COVID-19 symptoms. The testing is free and no registration is required. Details: Chesterfield County Health Department at (804) 318-8207.

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Rolling into the new year Gani Brown, 4, and her older brother, Thi’yon Everhart, 5, try out their new wheels the day after Christmas near their grandmother’s house in the 500 block of Milton Avenue in North Side. More good weather for outdoor activities is expected before and after New Year’s Day, with temperatures expected to climb into the 60s on Saturday after rain showers on Jan. 1.

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Richmond solicits casino plans By Jeremy M. Lazarus

City Hall took its biggest step this week toward bringing a state-approved gambling casino and resort hotel to Richmond. On Monday, Mayor Levar M. Stoney published an invitation to interested parties to submit information on their proposals and qualifications to take on a project that is expected to cost $350 million or more. Bids are due Feb. 22, and a recommendation from the Stoney administration would be sent to City Council for approval and ultimately be put before city voters on a ballot referendum in the November general election. Among the items that casino bidders would need to address is their plan for inclusion of Black and minority businesses in the construction and operations – though the city’s invitation does not include any requirement for bidders to provide an opportunity for Black and minority investors to gain an ownership interest. Bidders also would need to provide information on the jobs to be created and the economic growth their project could expect to create as part of the detailed response. At least three groups and possibly more have expressed interest, including the Pamunkey Indian Tribe that is preparing to develop its first casino in Norfolk, the Colonial Downs group that operates the Rosie’s Gaming Emporium slot machine and horse betting outlets in South Richmond, New Kent County and other Virginia locations, and Urban One Inc., a Maryland-based conglomerate started by media magnate Cathy Hughes that owns a stake in the casino at MGM National Harbor outside Washington. Backed by a billionaire, the tribe previously purchased a block of property on Commerce Road as a potential casino site but is said to be considering other options. Colonial Downs’ Rosie’s property on Midlothian Turnpike near the Powhite Parkway is another possible site. Other potential sites that have drawn attention include Bow Tie Cinemas’ Movieland at Boulevard Square at Arthur Ashe Boulevard and Leigh streets, which a potential casino bidder reportedly has under contract. Another potential location is the vacant Richmond Coliseum site that neighbors the Greater Richmond Convention Center, which has long wanted another major hotel to locate nearby. “This competitive selection process will allow us to find the best opportunity for Richmond, an economic development project that includes well-paying jobs and workforce training opportunities,” Mayor Stoney stated in his announcement. “Ultimately, the operator selected for this project must bring to the table the economic opportunity and community benefits voters will support in November.” Richmond is one of five cities approved by the General Assembly to have a gambling casino. Voters in Bristol, Danville, Norfolk and Portsmouth approved casino plans for their cities in November.

Holiday closing schedule In observance of New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1, please note the following: Government State and federal offices: Closed Friday, Jan. 1. City of Richmond offices: Closed Thursday, Dec. 31, and Friday, Jan. 1. Henrico, Chesterfield and Hanover County offices: Closed Friday, Jan. 1. Public schools Richmond, Henr ico, Chesterfield and Hanover public schools are closed for the holidays and will reopen on Monday, Jan. 4. Public libraries Richmond Public Library: Closed Thursday, Dec. 31, with normal hours resuming Monday, Jan. 4. Henrico County Public Library: Closes 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, and all day on Friday, Jan. 1. Chesterfield County Public Library: Closes 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, and all day on Friday, Jan. 1. Pamunkey Regional Library: Closes 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, and all day on Friday, Jan. 1. Garbage and recycling collection No trash or recycling collection on Friday, Jan. 1. Pickup will be delayed by a day. The East Richmond

Road Convenience Center will be closed Thursday, Dec. 31, through Saturday, Jan. 2, reopening for normal business hours on Monday, Jan. 4. U.S. Postal Service No regular mail delivery Friday, Jan. 1. DMV customer service centers Closed Friday, Jan. 1. GRTC Buses will operate on a normal weekday schedule on New Year’s Eve, Thursday Dec. 31, with Express Routes remaining on COVID-reduced schedules. Buses will operate on a holiday schedule on New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1. Banks and financial institutions Closed Friday, Jan. 1. ABC stores Retail stores open noon to 10 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Thursday, Dec. 31, and noon to 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day, Friday, Jan. 1. Malls, major retailers, movie theaters Varies. Inquire at specific locations. Richmond Free Press office Closed Friday, Jan. 1.

Applications now open for Parker Family Scholarship Applications are being accepted for the new Parker Family Scholarship, a $1,000 award to be given to a high school senior enrolled in Richmond Public Schools who plans to continue his or her education at a four-year college or university. The number of scholarships to be awarded may vary from year to year, with at least one scholarship to be presented during this inaugural year. Winners will be selected based on financial need, merit, community service and a 300- to 500-word essay that must be submitted, along with transcripts, with the application. The application deadline is May 15, with details and applications available online at https://ctparker2.wixsite.com/scholarship. Winners will be notified in June. The scholarship was set up by family members in tribute to their late parents, longtime educators Mary and Ernest Parker Sr., and their late siblings, attorney Darryl A. Parker and Carlton Parker. Ernest Parker Sr. taught at Robert Russa Moton High School in Farmville, where one of his students, Barbara Johns, led a historic student walkout in 1951 protesting deplorable conditions at the segregated school. He later moved to Virginia Randolph High School in Henrico County, where he created an after-school tutoring program and helped many students gain admission and scholarships to top universities. Mary Parker taught in Stony Point, a farming town outside of Petersburg, before moving to the Hanover County school system, where she taught students at Washington-Henry Elementary School until her retirement.

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This mural of the late Georgia Congressman the oppression of Black people. He received John R. Lewis in Fulton Hill embodies the hope national attention after Alabama state troopers that he will continue to serve as an inspiration Slices of life and scenes nearly beat him to death in March 1965 while for new generations of Richmonders. Location: leading a peaceful march in Selma, Ala., protestin Richmond Powhatan Community Center off Williamsburg ing the exclusion of Black people from voting. Road in Fulton Hill. This tribute painting is the creation of artist The agony he and others suffered led to passage of the federal Joshua Adam Zarambo. Before his death in July, Congressman Voting Rights Act. Fearless and outspoken, he was described as Lewis earned recognition as a warrior for democratic values and the “conscience of Congress” during the 33 years he represented human rights. As a young civil rights activist, he fought to end Atlanta in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Emancipation Proclamation Day service to take place online Free Press staff report

With a stroke of a pen, President Abraham Lincoln abolished slavery in the warring South 158 years ago. Richmond once again will mark President Lincoln’s issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863. That’s the historic day President Lincoln signed the Civil War-time order abolishing slavery in areas under Confederate control throughout the South. Like other events taking place during the pandemic, the 82nd annual New Year’s Day celebration of that momentous freedom document is going virtual, according to Dr. Ricardo L. Brown, co-pastor of Fifth Baptist Church where the service is traditionally held. Dr. Brown also is chair of the committee of the Baptist Ministers’ Conference of Richmond and Vicinity that stages the annual program. For the first time, “nothing will be happening at the church,” Dr. Brown said. Instead, the service that will start at 11:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 1, will be conveyed

online, said Dr. Brown and Dr. Emanuel C. Harris, pastor of Jerusalem Baptist Church in Goochland County and president of the ministers’ conference,. That includes the remarks of this year’s keynote speaker, Dr. Charles E. Goodman Jr., senior pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Augusta, Ga., who will deliver his remarks from there. Dr. Goodman’s church has grown to include 9,500 memDr. Goodman bers during his 14year tenure. He also is the founder of the DaGOODRev Ministries LLC and the author of several books, including “You Can’t Run from Purpose,” “Road to Recovery” and “The Flip Side of Favor.” Richmond Delegate Delores L. McQuinn also will deliver remarks during the service, Dr. Brown said. The service will feature musical recordings from past Emancipation Day services, he said.

The celebratory service, launched in 1940 by the late Rev. W.L. Ransome of First Baptist Church of South Richmond, includes a collection to benefit local NAACP branches, which will be done online. Dr. Brown said participants will have several options. One is to view the Emancipation Proclamation Day service via Fifth Baptist Church’s YouTube channel on its website, www.5thbcva.org. Participants can also listen via telephone by calling (301) 715-8592 and entering the meeting number, 95547348340. Participants also can view the service on Zoom if they have downloaded the application on their cell phone or computer, he said. Dr. Brown said that the Zoom meeting number and passcode are not being shared publicly, but will be made available to those who call Fifth Baptist at (804) 355-1044 and leave a message for him or by emailing him at RicBrown.07@comcast.net. “Our church’s Zoom account was hacked, so we are taking precautions to avoid a repeat,” he said. “If you call and leave a message, I will respond.”

City expands plans for enslaved African memorial site in Shockoe Bottom By Jeremy M. Lazarus

City Hall is moving to expand the space designated for a long talked about memorial to slavery in Shockoe Bottom well before development begins on what the city has dubbed the Enslaved African Heritage Campus. Mayor Levar M. Stoney’s administration has made a deal to purchase from the Loving family 1.75 acres contained in 12 parcels, including the vacant brick building that once housed Loving’s Produce company at 1601 E. Grace St. that will extend the heritage campus to East Franklin Street. An ordinance laying out the purchase is on track to clear the city Planning Commission next Monday, Jan. 4, and to pass a supportive City Council on Monday, Jan. 11, allowing for an appraisal to determine the final price the city is to pay the Loving family for the property. The city Assessor’s Office values the 12 parcels collectively at $2.4 million for tax purposes, but the administration has indicated in paperwork provided to City Council that the price could be higher. The property has been earmarked for a future 665-space parking deck that would serve the Enslaved African Heritage Campus and the adjacent retail-restaurant area. Hopes are high that future investment in the project will result in a significant

history attraction boosting visitation to the Shockoe Bottom area once the pandemic ends. More than 10 years have passed since the vision of such a heritage site began percolating as a way to recall Richmond’s forgotten role as a major center of the slave trade. In late July, Mayor Stoney announced that the city finally would move forward on the 9-acre heritage development, which is to include a museum and memorial park and encompass historic 18th- and 19th-century burial grounds for enslaved and free Black people at 15th and Broad streets and at 1305 N. 5th St. Since then, the council has approved the mayor’s request for $1.7 million to start the project, all of which is to go to the land purchase, according to the administration. In his announcement five months ago, the mayor stated that the next five-year capital budget that he will send to City Council in March would include funding for design and development of the heritage campus the administration now estimates would cost $38 million. That includes $16 million for design and construction of the parking deck and $17 million for development of the heritage campus whose major feature would be a museum-style project set around the site of the infamous Lumpkin’s Jail. Lumpkin’s Jail was a slave holding site

so notorious that it was called the Devil’s Half-Acre. It operated until Union victory in the Civil War. Ironically, after the war, Lumpkin’s Jail became an initial site for a school for newly freed Black people that eventually became part of Virginia Union University. Along with the museum, the $17 million is to be used to create the park that is to fill a two-block area bounded by Broad, Grace and 17th streets and the railroad tracks leading to and from Main Street Station. That would bring to fruition a space for which Phil Wilayto and Ana Edwards, organizers of the Virginia Defenders for Freedom, Justice & Equality, have spent more than seven years advocating. They describe the two blocks that are now asphalt parking lots as sacred ground that should be transformed into a place of reflection and remembrance to go along with the development of the museum at the Lumpkin’s Jail site. The development also has the support of the state, which previously set aside $9 million for the heritage initiative more than six years ago during the administration of Gov. Bob McDonnell. Current Gov. Ralph S. Northam is proposing to add another $9 million, according to his staff, in the amended state spending plan for 2020-21 that he sent to the General Assembly for consideration in January.

Sister of man killed by police in governor’s race Free Press wire, staff report

The sister of Marcus-David Peters, who was shot and killed by a Richmond Police officer in 2018 during what has been described as a mental health crisis, has formally announced her candidacy for Virginia’s gubernatorial race. Princess Blanding, 38, said Tuesday that she is running under the banner of the newly formed Liberation Party. Mr. Peters, a 24-year-old high school biology teacher, had struck several cars with his vehicle, then ran onto Interstate 95 naked and unarmed during rush-hour traffic on May 14, 2018. According to several reports and police body camera video, Mr. Peters then ran toward the officer, shouting and threatening to kill him. The officer fired a Taser at Mr. Peters, which appeared to have

no effect, and then shot Mr. Peters with his service weapon. The Richmond commonwealth’s attorney at the time, Michael N. Herring, found that the officer was justified in firing Ms. Blanding his weapon. Another review of the case by current Richmond Commonwealth’s Attorney Colette W. McEachin and released in November reached the same conclusion. Since her brother’s death, Ms. Blanding has become an activist on police reform and social justice issues. She lobbied for a law to dispatch mental health providers alongside police to help people in crisis situations. During a ceremonial signing of

the law earlier in December, she blasted state lawmakers and Gov. Ralph S. Northam for what she called a “watered down, ineffective” law. Ms. Blanding, a former assistant principal at Essex High School in Tappahannock where her brother taught, said the mission of the Liberation Party and her platform is “to build a diverse, inclusive and liberated Virginia for all.” She said her campaign will focus on issues to include criminal justice, racial justice, education, housing and health care. Demonstrators protesting police brutality and racial injustice following George Floyd’s death in late May at the hands of Minneapolis Police unofficially renamed the grassy area around the Lee statue on Monument Avenue to Marcus-David Peters Circle in tribute to Mr. Peters.

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As the pandemic wears on, hundreds of families line up in a drive-thru for food food and resources is a microcosm of larger issues facing communities across the Chesterfield operation has seen the the state and nation. As detailed in Cendemand for food more than triple in the sus Bureau survey data collected in late last few months. October and early November, 26 million Kim Hill, chief executive officer and American adults are facing a winter without executive director of the nonprofit food bank, enough to eat. said 8,000 to 12,000 people were served A study co-authored by Dr. Elizabeth monthly in the past. But those numbers have Adams, a postdoctoral fellow at Virginia steadily risen to more than 30,000 people Commonwealth University’s Massey monthly, Ms. Hill said. In November alone, Cancer Center, found that the number of more than 42,000 people received food and families who experienced food insecurity other critical resources. increased by 20 percent in the United States “It has definitely been a change for us as a result of the pandemic. all the way around,” Ms. Hill said. “But “We all know (the pandemic) had so the good thing is as each month goes by, many profound effects across so many it’s getting better to where we’re able to aspects of people’s lives and has gone on serve the community at a better level, and for a long time,” Dr. Adams said. we’re excited about that.” A national survey of households Even as the lines for food grow longer, across the country across all food security levels showed that the amount of in-home food availability increased by 56 percent for foodsecure families, but decreased by 53 percent for low foodsecure families. Dr. Adams said she hopes the government takes notice of the data on how widespread food insecurity is across the country. She said Regina H. Boone/Richmond Free Press low-income Black Paul Yoon, 49, of Midlothian organizes boxes of fresh and Hispanic families greens as he and dozens of other volunteers prepare for are disproportionatethe drive-thru food service to open at the Chesterfield ly affected, according Food Bank. Mr. Yoon has been volunteering with the feeding program since the pandemic’s start. to the data. She called for the number of volunteers coming to help government food assistance programs to load the food into carts and then into cars “really up the benefit that they are providalso has grown. ing at this time because we see that a lot The Chesterfield Food Bank’s experi- more people likely need them.” ence is a common one. Feed More in Locally, nearly 10 percent of all VirginRichmond, which aids hunger-relief efforts ians — or roughly 843,000 people — are throughout Central Virginia and partners struggling with hunger, according to Feedwith the Chesterfield Food Bank, has ing America, a nationwide hunger-relief jumped from serving roughly 161,000 organization. food-insecure individuals in early March to An additional 447,000 Virginians will more than 241,000 in early June, according experience food insecurity because of the to CEO and President Doug Pick. coronavirus pandemic, Feeding America The pandemic “increased the number estimates. of folks that weren’t sure where their A recent report from the Annie E. Casey next meal was coming from by about 50 Foundation says that 25 percent of Black percent,” Mr. Pick said. families in Virginia are facing occasional or He attributed the increase largely to the frequent bouts of food scarcity. That is nearly number of newly unemployed because of double the state average of 13 percent. the pandemic. Nationwide, food banks also have to Central Virginia’s growing need for grapple with the dilemma of increased Continued from A1

demand while maintaining their agencies network. In 2019, Feed More distributed about 32 million pounds of food, Mr. Pick said. This year, he estimates the organization will distribute between 40 to 44 million pounds of food. The nonprofit distributes food with the help of agencies, including churches, emergency shelters, rehab centers, soup kitchens and other organizations. “We worried about that network collapsing because most of those agencies are run by volunteers and a lot of them are seniors,” Mr. Pick said. At one point this year, Feed More lost 13 percent of its 270 agencies. The Chesterfield Food Bank has relied on connections with churches and community partners to help distribute food to families in need, as well as for larger numbers of volunteers to help with everything from cataloging resources requested to loading food into waiting cars. Kelly White, a North Chesterfield resident who volunteered recently with her husband and two sons, was struck by the scale of the need and the scale of the operation itself. She called it a “well-oiled machine” that was a far cry from her previous experience volunteering at a food bank. “We were welcomed with open arms from the time we got there until the time we left. We’re definitely going to come back and continue to help with them,” Ms. White said. “And if anyone else has any time, then I would definitely recommend that they volunteer, if not at the Chesterfield Food Bank, at least somewhere else near them that can definitely use the help.” “The food banks have always been here for emergency purposes when people get into a tight bind,” Mr. Pick said. But as the pandemic wears on, Mr. Pick warned that long-term government policies will be needed to address food insecurity beyond food banks’ ability and control. Ms. Hill said the Chesterfield Food Bank expects — and is preparing — for the current level of need to continue for a long time. “It’s going to take time to get the economy back to where (it needs) to be and people back to working and being able to pay their bills and feed their families,” she said. “So we’re making plans and working with the community and working with our county government, our partnerships, to prepare for 2021.” David Tran of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Capital News Service contributed to this article.

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that minorities, especially Black people, are not locked out of the projected wealth that is anticipated to be created. And they want to see other benefits from the production and sale of recreational pot flow into the Black community, which the state’s data show has suffered the most from the war on drugs. To make that happen, Mr. Hardy has joined with others to form the Cannabis Equity Coalition of Virginia, or CECVA. CECVA is not alone in seeking to make its views known. Other groups also have sprung up to promote the same cause, including the Virginia Minority Cannabis Coalition and Marijuana Justice. Mr. Hardy, who serves as CECVA’s spokesman, said the group that is bringing together growers, community activists, businesspeople and community supporters is promoting a three-pronged approach. First, the group wants any legislation and any regulations or policies that the General Assembly and state agencies adopt to ensure that people of color have opportunities to participate in everything involved in the production and marketing of recreational marijuana — from growing and processing to wholesale distribution and retail sales. Mr. Hardy said CECVA will oppose any language that would allow for a licensed company to own everything from the field to the store that would prevent inclusion. Second, CECVA is calling for the lion’s share of tax revenue that the state derives from marijuana sales be steered into a special state fund and overseen by a state commission that would be required to invest the funds in business growth and economic development in the communities most harmed by the enforcement of anti-pot laws. Mr. Hardy said the idea is to create the same kind of beneficiary commission that for years has directed funds from a court-ordered settlement with tobacco companies to benefit areas of the state that grew that crop. Delegate Lee Carter, a Democrat from Manassas, already has called for the state funds to be used for reparations for Black people. The CECVA proposal is seen as building on that idea. And third, CECVA also wants any legislation to include benefits for those harmed, including immediate dismissal of marijuana possession cases, immediate release for those serving time for marijuana possession and automatic expungement of criminal records for those who served sentences or are serving time for marijuana possession. In addition, CECVA wants state laws and regulations to require that retail outlets and other elements of the industry pay employees a living wage of at least $15 an hour. Gov. Ralph S. Northam and many Democrats who hold the majority in the state Senate and House of Delegates already have indicated support. “That’s all well and good,” Mr. Hardy said. But in his view, “Based on what we’ve seen thus far, you can’t trust politicians no matter what they say and how well meaning they seem. We need to be involved as much as possible to make sure the Black community gets what we have earned and deserve,” he said. “We have been shut out of so much,” Mr. Hardy said. “The Black community across Virginia needs to be on the ground floor of this huge opportunity to build new ways to create wealth and opportunity for our communities.”

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pushing for everyone to get the shots and in seeking to counter misinformation. “I expect some reluctance particularly in Black and brown communities” as a result of past medical mistakes and misdeeds. But he said that based on the evidence, the vaccines are working as designed, with few if any side effects. The mayor, who capped his first term by taking down the city’s Confederate statues, already has plenty of projects to complete, including carrying out the campaign promise he made in October to move quickly to build a new George Wythe High School. He also has promised to get a long-stalled slavery heritage development underway in Shockoe Bottom, to bring a gambling casino and resort to the city to stoke economic growth and to move ahead with a task force on homelessness. The mayor still has criminal justice reform measures to install, including creation of a civilian oversight board to police the police. But there are other things the New Yorkborn mayor wants to get done as a seasoned city leader who will turn 40 in March. He is far from the newcomer who entered City Hall four years ago to take charge after serving as secretary of the commonwealth in Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s cabinet.

His to-do list includes securing funding for universal pre-kindergarten to ensure all of the city’s children are prepared for learning and also to press for the transformation of public housing communities into mixed-income communities. He also plans to step up efforts to create affordable housing — meaning apartments with lower rents and homes with lower price tags to allow those at the lower end of the income scale to continue to have opportunities to live in the city. Like many, Mayor Stoney said he is frustrated at the slow pace of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority in completing the Creighton Court mixed-income transformation and getting started on other similar projects. As he starts his new term, many city residents remain skeptical of his abilities as evidenced by his election. In November, he won a five-way race with 40 percent of the vote, indicating someone other than him was the choice of 60 percent of those who cast ballots. That reflects some of his shortcomings in the first term, including making promises he could not keep. For example, he successfully campaigned to raise the city’s sales tax on prepared meals in order to build five new schools but ended up with only enough money to build three. Mayor Stoney started his first term hav-

ing a study done on ways to improve internal operations that impact residents. He made a big production of it after it was done. But four years later, there’s evidence that not much has changed. Others give him higher marks. Earlier this week, the mayor was named a Rodel Public Leadership Fellow by the Aspen Institute, which seeks to bring together for dialogues what it describes as “the nation’s most promising political leaders.” As he starts his new term, Mayor Stoney is proud the city has been largely able to weather the impact of the coronavirus and that its economy has proven more resilient than expected. The city is ending the year with a larger than expected surplus of unspent dollars. The mayor also began several COVID-19related initiatives, including an eviction diversion program that seeks to aid people with overdue rent and a day care program for children of essential workers. Ahead, the mayor is likely to see his ability to gain essential approvals enhanced. He appears to have secured a working majority on City Council that largely ensures he will have the five votes he needs to pass ordinances and policy measures. The most active critic of Stoney administration proposals, 2nd District Councilwoman Kim B. Gray, gave up her seat to run unsuccessfully against him and will no

New system to aid COVID-19 vaccination process Continued from A1

or she receives the same brand during the second dose. Both the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines require two doses 21 days apart. According to a VAMS fact sheet, people must be enrolled in VAMS by an employer, health care provider or other authorized organization before they can register their personal information. However, that may change once the vaccine is more widely available. VAMS is just one of several methods through which Virginia residents are able to receive a coronavirus vaccine, according to Dr. Melissa A. Viray of the Richmond City Health District. It’s also only one system state and local officials are using to coordinate the vaccine process, with all systems feeding into the Virginia Immunization Information System.

“When we think about how individuals will get vaccinated, it may occur through a variety of methods. You may be asked to register through VAMS, you may be contacted and asked to schedule an appointment date, or you may be asked to register at the time you come in for a vaccination,” Dr. Viray said in an email. “All of these are being used to an extent.” Dr. Viray’s explanation of VAMS answers some of the questions about how the vaccination process will work. According to the plan, health care workers and residents and staff in long-term care facilities are to be vaccinated first, followed by essential workers, including teachers, and adults 65 and older and those at high risk. The general public would be in the next phase, possibly beginning in late spring or early summer, Dr. Viray said. There is no cost for the vaccine or for VAMS registration, officials said. As of Wednesday, a total of 54,295

vaccine doses have been administered statewide, while 285,725 total doses have been distributed to health districts throughout the Commonwealth, officials said. No one in Virginia has been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with the two required doses. VAMS and other systems will enable local health districts to ensure their plans for vaccination are implemented safely and equitably, officials said. VAMS “allows the health district to continue to vaccinate citizens according to our prioritization plan,” said Dr. Viray, who noted that the city health district has made sure local safety-net providers have access to the vaccine for employees so that work with the region’s vulnerable communities isn’t impeded. More information about VAMS and the COVID-19 vaccine is available online at www.rchd.com or by calling (804) 205-3501.

longer be in a decision chair. In the first two weeks of his second term, the mayor is poised to claim victory for his proposal to beef up funding for the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund that provides loans and grants to support such developments. At the first regular meeting of the new year, City Council is expected to easily approve his plan to direct a specific stream of real estate tax revenue to the fund, enabling the fund to grow to more than $10 million within five years, and achieve his goal of building 10,000 new units of affordable housing by 2030. In addition, the groundwork already has been laid for a host of other projects that have largely been dormant, including the redevelopment of 60 acres of city property on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. Along with a likely council majority, he also is assured of having far greater control of the bureaucracy than at any point in his tenure. Just a few weeks ago, his chief of staff, Lincoln Saunders, moved from the Mayor’s Office into the No. 2 role in the government — acting chief administrative officer — with council’s assent. Mr. Saunders took on the task after the interim CAO, Lenora Reid, suffered a stroke. What Richmonders will soon find out is how well the mayor can take advantage of his strong position and achieve the kind of lasting legacy he wants to achieve.

Free COVID-19 testing Continued from A1 The Virginia Department of Health reported on Wednesday 4,048 new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours, raising the cumulative total of 344,345 cases statewide, along with 17,910 hospitalizations and 4,984 deaths. According to Virginia data, African-Americans comprised 21.4 percent of cases and 24.7 percent of deaths for which ethnic and racial data is available, while Latinos made up 20.9 percent of the cases and 8.3 percent of deaths. Nationally, more than 19.6 million cases and 339,000 deaths were reported in the United States on Wednesday, likely spurred by a record number of travelers moving throughout the nation during the holidays. National health officials reported

on Tuesday the first instance of the new and highly transmissible B.1.1.7. variant of COVID-19, first detected in the United Kingdom, being found in Colorado. Locally, as of Wednesday, 9,046 cases, 555 hospitalizations and 94 deaths were reported in Richmond; 12,157 cases, 677 hospitalizations and 291 deaths were reported in Henrico; and 12,876 cases, 603 hospitalizations and 169 deaths were reported in Chesterfield. GRTC announced three new COVID-19 cases this week. The cases are not connected and are suspected to be from contact outside of work, company officials said. None of the employees has a job that involves interaction with the public. As of Wednesday, 42 GRTC employees have tested positive for the virus since the pandemic first reached Richmond.

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Sculpture honors 1st Black president of U.S. college Free Press wire report

RUTLAND, Vt. The first Black president of an American college is being honored with a sculpture installed in the Vermont city where he was born in 1826. The larger-than-life marble bust of scholar Martin Henry Freeman sits on a stack of books in a downtown square as part of the Rutland Sculpture Trail. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very soft, gentle portrayal of Martin Freeman,â&#x20AC;? said Al Wakefield, one of the sponsors of the piece that was installed in November. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how many people remember either through historical writings what kind of person he was, but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s depicted as a very gentle, kind, literary, artsy kind of a guy.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the eighth sculpture to be added to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sculpture trail aimed at celebrating local history and drawing more people to visit the working-class community. Among the pieces is a marble relief honoring the Vermont volunteers who served in the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, made up of African-Americans soldiers, during the Civil War. Mr. Freeman attended Middlebury College in Vermont, graduating at the top of his class in 1849. His father fought in

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A sculpture of Martin Henry Freeman, the first Black college president in the United States, is on display on the sculpture trail in downtown Rutland, Vt., where he was born in 1826. Mr. Freeman, an 1849 graduate of Middlebury College, became president in 1856 of Allegheny Institute, which later became Avery College, in Pittsburgh.

the American Revolution, one way for enslaved men to win their freedom. Following his graduation, Mr. Freeman moved to Pittsburgh, where he taught science and mathematics at the newly opened Allegheny Institute and Mission Church north of Pittsburgh that was founded to provide elementary and advanced education to free Black people. Mr. Freeman became president

of the institute, later named Avery College, in 1856. The Freeman sculpture, designed by Mark Burnett, who is African-American, and carved by Don Ramey, was installed at a time when some cities are reconsidering and even removing sculptures or monuments related to the Confederacy or to other historical figures, such as Columbus. Last week, Virginia removed

a statue of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee that has represented the state in the U.S. Capitol for 111 years. A state commission has recommended replacing it with a statue of Barbara Johns, who protested conditions at her all-Black high school in 1951. Her court case became part of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision by the U.S. Supreme Court striking down racial seg-

regation in public schools. Mr. Wakefield, a Black man who moved to Vermont from New York City 30 years ago and whose family helped sponsor the sculpture of Mr. Freeman, said it was â&#x20AC;&#x153;really, really relevant,â&#x20AC;? in the context of the nationwide protests for racial justice and the reassessment of public statues. Mr. Freemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic success took hold at Middlebury College, where he was the only Black student in a state that was the first to abolish adult slavery in 1777. Abolitionists in town had urged Middlebury to enroll Black students as a demonstration that the school really stood against slavery, said Dr. William Hart, an emeritus professor of history of Black studies at Middlebury College. Mr. Freeman, who supported the colonization of Liberia for Black Americans, abruptly resigned as president of Avery College in 1863 with a plan to teach at Liberia College. He went to Liberia, as he often said, to be a man, which he felt he could not be in the United States, Dr. Hart said. It was an act of self-determination, he said. But unlike Mr. Freeman, many of the Black Americans who went to Liberia were biracial, the sons and daughters of former enslavers, Dr. Hart said. Being

Principal Joe Clark, who inspired film â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Lean on Me,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; dies Free Press wire report

GAINESVILLE, Fla. Joe Louis Clark, the baseball bat and bullhorn-wielding principal whose unwavering commitment to his students and uncompromising disciplinary methods inspired the 1989 film â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lean on Me,â&#x20AC;? died at his Florida home on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2020, after a long battle with an unspecified illness, his family said. He was 82. At crime- and drug-ridden Eastside High School in Paterson, N.J., Mr. Clark expelled 300 students in a single day for

fighting, vandalism, abusing teachers and drug possession. That lifted the expectations of those who remained, continually challenging them to perform better. Mr. Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unorthodox methods, which included roaming the hallways with a bullhorn and a baseball bat, won him both admirers and critics nationwide. President Ronald Reagan offered Mr. Clark a White House policy adviser position after his success at the high school. Actor Morgan Freeman starred as Mr. Clark in the film â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lean on Meâ&#x20AC;? that was loosely

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based on Mr. Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tenure at Eastside. After he retired from Eastside in 1989, Mr. Clark worked for six years as the director of Essex County Detention House,

a juvenile detention center in Newark, N.J. He also wrote â&#x20AC;&#x153;Laying Down the Law: Joe Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strategy for Saving Our Schools,â&#x20AC;? detailing his methods for turning around Eastside High. Mr. Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teaching career started at a Paterson grade school in Passaic County, N.J., before he became principal of PS 6 Grammar School. Mr. Clark was born in Rochelle, Ga., on May 8, 1938. His family moved north to Newark, N.J., when he was 6. After gradu-

ating from Newark Central High School, Mr. Clark received his bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from William Paterson College, now William Paterson University, a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from Seton Hall University and an honorary doctorate from the U.S. Sports Academy. Mr. Clark also served as a U.S. Army Reserve sergeant and a drill instructor. Mr. Clark is survived by his children, Joetta, Hazel and JJ, and three grandchildren. His wife, Gloria Clark, preceded him in death.

dark complexioned, Mr. Freeman felt discrimination there, too, according to Dr. Hart. Mr. Freeman taught at Liberia College and subsequently became its president. He died in Monrovia, Liberia, in 1889. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think that what is important for Vermonters to know is that there has always been a place for persons of African descent in the state of Vermont,â&#x20AC;? said Curtiss Reed, executive director of the Vermont Partnership for Fairness & Diversity. He would like to see more public works of art like the sculpture of Mr. Freeman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are those who would say that we can deny the existence of folks of color as well as their contributions, whether as pastors, or as legislators, or as business people, as abolitionists, as veterans,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of education to be done.â&#x20AC;?

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COVID-19 relief measure inadequate “For last year’s words belong to last year’s language. And next year’s words await another voice.” – T.S. Eliot

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“I wish they would put themselves — the White House and Congress and everybody else making these decisions — in the shoes of us, the normal working people, who need help due to no fault of our own. I’m asking to be able to keep my apartment. To be able to live, and not live on the street. I’m not asking to be put in a golden apartment or anything. I just want to be able to live.” — Unemployed teacher Stephanie Lott, quoted in The Washington Post President Trump signed the long-overdue and grossly inadequate COVID-19 relief legislation that Congress passed last week. However, some portions remained uncertain as the U.S. House of Representatives voted Monday to increase the amount of direct payment checks from $600 to $2,000, meeting President Trump’s demand. That measure has been sent to the GOP-controlled U.S. Senate, where it is being blocked. Perhaps recognizing the al-

most comic callousness of his own proposal, President Trump also took issue in the initial legislation with the inclusion in the of a tax deduction for the proverbial “three-martini” business lunch to benefit the wealthiest corporate executives. The incoming Biden administration should consider the entire package nothing more

Marc H. Morial than a down payment and must prioritize a more comprehensive stimulus package during its first 100 days. After nearly eight months of delay, the legislation Congress passed is akin to sending in firefighters to clear up smoldering embers. The time for “rescue” has passed. We must now focus on rebuilding an economy that is inclusive and equitable and provides opportunity for every American. While working-class families who have exhausted their unemployment benefits have been waiting in miles-long bread lines, the bill provides a breathtaking $1.4 billion to be is squandered on an ineffectual and pointless border wall. While the bill provides no

direct aid to states and municipalities struggling to keep police, firefighters, doctors, nurses and teachers on the payroll, it includes billions in tax deductions for the wealthiest corporations that received Paycheck Protection Loans meant for small businesses. On the plus side, the bill does include an extension of the eviction moratorium and rent relief, along with a desperately-needed expansion of broadband internet access for K-12 students. Also encouraging is a revival of the Paycheck Protection Program, this time without the restrictions that prevented the funding from reaching the hardest hit companies, including the Black-owned small businesses that form the backbone of our communities. But no economic recovery is possible without a focus on bringing the virus under control, and the bill does almost nothing on that front. Black Americans remain more than four times as likely as white people to be hospitalized for COVID-19, and nearly three times as likely to die. And without mandatory paid sick leave for essential workers, who are disproportionately Black and brown, the virus will

The broader view I remember the commonly accepted phrase describing politics as, “All politics is local.” The obvious understanding is that the individual politician and his/her constituents are best served when the interests of the “local” constituents, not partisan interests, are paramount in policy decisions. Then, it was not uncommon for votes in the U.S. Senate and House to cross party lines, as well as the development of deep and abiding cross-party friendships that are unthinkable today. Those who speak of those days frequently refer to the friendship between Sen. John McCain, a Republican from Arizona, and Sen. Ted Kennedy, a Democrat from Massachusetts. Although in opposition on many issues, they were known as best friends, dedicated to achieving policies that benefited the majority of Americans. Their friendship notwithstanding, from the time they joined the Senate until their final appearances there, an erosion of collegiality and willingness to separate partisan politics from the interests of Americans occurred. Whatever the source or reason, it has crippled the ability of legislators to achieve their greatest constitutional mandate to “create a more perfect union.” Rather than seeing their political opponents as differing in opinion, they now view them

as enemies whose ideas and interests have to be crushed into the dirt of political preference. Sadly, those who vote for them accept the same enmity. Until there is a willingness to revert to the attitude of “doing what is best for all or most citizens,” we will be mired

Dr. E. Faye Williams in a swamp of conflict and discontent. This we see in the current COVID-19 economy. While a select number and class of Americans prosper and billionaires increase their wealth exponentially, larger numbers of Americans face imminent eviction, food insecurity and a myriad of problems associated with looming or absolute poverty. Small business owners who have spent their years, effort and meager wealth to serve their communities are witnessing their efforts evaporate. For eight months, our Republican Senate refused negotiations or acting on a relief package for the average American. Proposals offered by the U.S. House of Representatives gathered dust on the desk of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, a Republican from Kentucky. He single-handedly held the majority of Americans dangling on a string of economic insecurity. In the “Eleventh Hour,” he and his Republican Caucus agreed to negotiate a miserly relief package that will not meet the real needs of those who have suffered since May. As the

“Grim Reaper” to Democratic policies, his singular interest has been in shaping the federal court system with conservative judges — many unqualified — who will legislate conservative causes from the bench. All is not lost! As has been done in our short national history, citizens can act in concert to achieve legislation that does not extend the hand of preference to the wealthy or industrial class. Our challenge is to abandon the belief that our only concern is what is happening in our own city, county or state. As most voters know, the state of Georgia has two unresolved U.S. Senate races that have scheduled run-off elections. The results of these elections will determine control of the Senate. Because the election outcomes have a broader impact on the nation, we must broaden our view of how we can affect the outcome. If we are Georgia residents who are registered to vote, we must evaluate the candidates who best represent our interests and the interests of those we value. We must then vote! It’s that simple! If we are not Georgia residents, we cannot vote. But we can encourage the Georgians we know to GOTV and we can contribute. Political campaigns run on money. Presently, for many, money is scarce, but we must consider the chaos another McConnell term as Senate majority leader will cause. The writer is president of the National Congress of Black Women.

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continue to spread as infected persons are forced to report to their workplaces. Nor does the legislation provide funding or a framework for states to deliver vaccines or educate hesitant communities on vaccine acceptance. The HEROES Act, passed by the House in May, provides a framework for a comprehensive bill that not only supports working families and small businesses through the pandemicinduced recession, but also aims to end the pandemic itself through scaled-up testing, contact tracing and treatment. The National Urban League intends to continue pressing Congress and the incoming Biden administration to address the gaps in this legislation. The writer is president and chief executive officer of the National Urban League.

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Others more deserving of a statue in U.S. Capitol Re: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Statue of teen civil rights advocate set to represent Virginia in U.S. Capitol,â&#x20AC;? Free Press Dec. 17-19 edition: In this dark age of political correctness, revisionist history and of settling scores by the left and leftist organizations, I vehemently disagree with the recent decision to replace the statue of Gen. Robert E. Lee with that of Barbara Johns in the U.S. Capitol. First, my thought is not to diminish the actions of Ms. Johns, a juvenile in Farmville back in the early 1950s. However, I believe the following African-Americans born in Virginia are far more deserving of this honor to replace Gen. Lee:

L. Douglas Wilder, the first African-American elected governor in the nation; attorney Oliver W. Hill Sr., civil rights icon and first Black elected to Richmond City Council since Reconstruction; federal Judge Spottswood W. Robinson III; Maggie L. Walker, pioneering businesswoman and banker; Arthur Ashe Jr., tennis star who won Wimbledon and other major championships and outstanding humanitarian; Booker T. Washington, educator and scholar; Henry â&#x20AC;&#x153;Boxâ&#x20AC;? Brown, an enslaved man who mailed himself to freedom; Nat Turner, a slave rebellion leader; Virginia Randolph, noted educator in Henrico; Wendell Scott, pioneering race car driver; Rev. Vernon Johns, minister

and civil rights advocate who happened to be related to Ms. Johns; Henry L. Marsh III, the first Black mayor of Richmond; and Ella Fitzgerald and Pearl Bailey, entertainers. Secondly, with all due respect, Ms. Johns was born in New York, according to her biography, and she lived her adult life in Philadelphia. Therefore, in my opinion, she is not really a Virginian but a Yankee. H.I. MASSENBERG JR. Richmond

General Assembly has final say on Capitol statue The Virginia General Assembly has the final decision on the statue that will forever be a reflection of Virginia in our U.S. Capitol. Gen. Robert E. Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s statue resided in the Capitol for more than a century and its removal, while demonstrative, should be followed by that of a person who shared his substance, contribution, lifelong dedication, commitment and pride in the state of Virginia. While Barbara Rose Johns has been identified as a student leader and activist who initiated a rebellion against the dilapidated school facilities and material inequities at Moton High School, her efforts that resulted in the lawsuit Davis v. County School Board of Prince Edward County could not have been achieved without attorneys Oliver W. Hill Sr. and Spottswood Robinson III. They took the case and planned the legal strategy that led to the lawsuit. They were the civil rights attorney-warriors that did the work and fought the hard fight to incorporate the

Davis case into the five that resulted in the landmark 1954 Brown v. Board of Education decision by the U.S. Supreme Court striking down the doctrine of â&#x20AC;&#x153;separate but equalâ&#x20AC;? and finding racial segregation in public education unconstitutional. I submit that Oliver W. Hill is the hero here, and his entire career has been documented over the years, time and time again, resulting in being honored with the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Spingarn Medal. He was inducted posthumously into the 2020 Virginia Lawyers Hall of Fame by Virginia Lawyers Weekly. There are those who believe Barbara Johns is still worthy of this honor independently. I believe that Barbara Johns and Oliver W. Hill Sr. should be honored together as the team that contributed to change Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education divisiveness. However, the U.S. Capitol statue criteria will permit only one person. And in this case, the Virginia General Assembly should welcome and

honor Oliver W. Hill exclusively as the Virginian who dedicated and devoted his life and career to betterment of all people of our state. If the commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote stands and Barbara Johns is honored, her story must be told every day to all who view her statue, and the public must be educated about her passion, bravery and determination to influence change irrespective of the consequences. Many have taken the road she chose to pursue without ever being acknowledged and/

or rewarded for their independent stand for justice and truth. She deserves to be recognized for â&#x20AC;&#x153;standing up, saying something and doing something.â&#x20AC;? But the real question is whether the U.S. Capitol is the right place. J. MAURICE HOPKINS Richmond The writer is president of the Oliver White Hill Foundation.

Wider concerns about cemetery reclamation lacking in article Re â&#x20AC;&#x153;Work at historic cemeteries continues during pandemic,â&#x20AC;? Free Press Dec. 24-26 edition: The article by Jeremy M. Lazarus is so lacking in relevant information about the reclamation efforts at Evergreen and East End cemeteries, past or present, that it seems worse than no story at all. Mr. Lazarus omits all mention of the Friends of East End, the organization that spearheaded the reclamation of that cemetery since 2013 and recently announced it would suspend its on-site work after years of conflict with the Enrichmond Foundation. The Friends are still actively involved in clearing and mapping the cemetery and preserving its history with university and community partners. I am involved with this group, the East End Cemetery Collaboratory, from a distance. Announcing their decision to discontinue their work in the cemetery, they cited En-

Kudos to Richmond Free Press Thank you, Richmond Free Press, for delivering a quality newspaper on a weekly basis. Your paper gives readers much information we would not receive anywhere else. Many of the articles you share with your readers contain information we would not be knowledgeable about. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nowhere else that I know of where I can get this much information about our people in one place. I know for a fact that your newspaper makes me and many othersÂ more well-rounded. Reading your paper encouragedÂ me to get off the sidelines and be an active participantÂ in public forums on various issues. I look forward to the smiles I receive from others when distributing about 30 papers weekly. Some of us discuss what was in your paper that we had no knowledge of. You definitely have a quality newspaper that has people looking forward to reading itÂ weekly. In order to achieve this, you must have a quality staff. I would like toÂ publicly thank them for their hard work and dedication week after week to ensure this paper comes out. I know that is not always easy, but you all deliver. I have said it before and will say it again: Richmond Free Press, you are the eyes and ears of our community.Â Continued success and keep up the good work. ERNEST PARKER JR. Richmond

richmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lack of transparency about financial and other matters, and its repeated efforts to claim ownership and control of the work done by all volunteers on-site. Mr. Lazarus wrote about this in November, yet included none of the relevant details in this latest piece. Wherever a readerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sympathies might ultimately lie after learning about these issues, your readership surely deserves something more than a press release disguised as journalism. (Other media outlets) have all shared with their readers at least some of the concerns about these

cemeteriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; future. Their stories have incorporated the voices of descendants, other volunteer groups and critics, along with Enrichmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s executive director, the only person quoted in Mr. Lazarusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; article. If any local news media should be covering the state of these sacred African-American burial grounds with doggedness and depth, it seems it should be the Richmond Free Press. So why are your readers getting so much less? ADAM ROSENBLATT Durham, N.C.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC OF PETITION FOR APPROVAL OF A RATE ADJUSTMENT CLAUSE, DESIGNATED RIDER RGGI, BY VIRGINIA ELECTRIC AND POWER COMPANY D/B/A DOMINION ENERGY VIRGINIA CASE NO. PUR-2020-00169 â&#x20AC;˘Virginia Electric and Power Company d/b/a Dominion Energy Virginia (â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dominionâ&#x20AC;?) has applied for approval of a rate adjustment clause, designated Rider RGGI, to recover costs related to the purchase of allowances through the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative market-based trading program for carbon dioxide emissions. â&#x20AC;˘Dominion requests approval of a revenue requirement of $168,260,000 for Rider RGGI for the rate year beginning August 1, 2021, through July 31, 2022. 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Chesterfield’s Megan Walker has WNBA, international playing career The offseason for women’s elite basketball talent isn’t much different than the regular season. In the NBA, the average salary is $7.7 million. By sharp contrast, the average WNBA salary is about $101,000. That’s ample reason why many WNBA athletes — like local star Megan Walker — supplement their paychecks with far-away gigs across oceans, mountains and multiple time zones. Following her rookie season with the WNBA New York Liberty, the former Monacan High School and University of Connecticut standout is suiting up for the Sopron Basket of Hungary’s A League. The 22-year-old daughter of Johnetta and Keith Walker has had no problem adjusting her jump shot to swish through European nets. At last look, the sculpted 6-foot-1, 170-pound forward has propelled Sopron to a 10-0 record while averaging 16 points and six rebounds per contest. “It’s beneficial on the money side (venturing to Hungary), but I also love the game and want to get better,” Walker said during a holiday trip home to Chesterfield County. During her visit, Walker appeared Dec. 22 with Astrya Corp. co-founder and president Sam S. Young Jr. and CEO Ken Ampy to present a

$1,000 donation to the Ronald McDonald House Charities on Monument Avenue. Walker is trying to make up for lost time following a challenging rookie season with the Liberty. First, she missed the entire preseason training camp and first two regular season games due to a positive COVID-19 test. Fortunately, she had no symptoms. But she also struggled with a sore hip. In 18 games, all played in “The Bubble” in Bradenton, Fla., she averaged about four points and two rebounds coming off the bench. The Liberty struggled, too, posting a last-place, 2-20 mark under first-year Coach Walt Hopkins. “Only way to go is up,” Walker said of the team’s 2021 prospects. According to Her Hoop Stats newsletter, Walker’s rookie salary was $62,500. The total team payroll was $981,600. The WNBA has a team salary cap of $1.3 million. The league’s highest paid players include Sue Bird and Elena Delle Donne at $215,000. With such itsy-bitsy salaries in comparison to best-in-world men, it’s not surprising women professional players seek work elsewhere. In addition to her base salary in Hungary, Walker is given a two-bedroom apartment

with no roommate “and the use of a car to get around,” she said. “The team looks out for you and the city (of Sopron) is nice,” she said. Her teammates include Gabby Williams, a WNBA player with the Chicago Sky. She enjoys the Greek salads in the Hungarian city and finds most of what she needs at ALDI, the same grocery chain that’s in the states. “People eat healthier over there,” she said of Sopron, a city of about 62,000 people on the Austrian border. Walker is arguably the greatest female player in Richmond area history. Under Coach Larry Starr at Monacan High in Chesterfield County, she paced the Chiefs to three State 4A titles (2015 through 2017) and was named Gatorade National Player of the Year. At UConn, under legendary Coach Geno Auriemma, she averaged 20 points and eight rebounds as a junior and was named to The Associated Press first All-American team. She left UConn after her junior year to pursue a pro career and was the ninth overall draft selection earlier this year by the Liberty. By contrast, the No. 9 overall NBA pick this year is Israeli native Deni Avdija by the Washington Wizards. Avdija’s rookie salary is $4,469,160.

Jackson State University football Coach Deion Sanders will now have two sons playing for him next season. The older son, Shilo Sanders, is transferring to Jackson State from the University of South Carolina. A freshman defensive back, Shilo Sanders had 32 tackles this season for the Gamecocks. Earlier, Shedeur Sanders, a senior high school quarterback, announced he would be playing for his dad at Jackson State after initially committing to Florida Atlantic University. Shilo Sanders will Shilo Sanders Shedeur Sanders have at least two years of eligibility at Jackson State, a SWAC affiliate in Mississippi. Shedeur will be a freshman in 2021. Both have played for their father, who was an assistant coach at Trinity Christian School in Cedar Hill, Texas. Deion Sanders, who was named Jackson State’s head football coach in September, is a member of both the NFL Hall of Fame and the College Football Hall of Fame.

Jerry Rice’s son running in his dad’s footsteps Pressley Harvin III

It is common nowadays to see Black athletes excel at every position on the football field—every position, that is, except kicker. That helps explain why Georgia Tech’s Pressley Harvin III stands out so much. He’s a tremendous punter and he’s African-American. The powerfully built 6-foot, 255-pound native of South Carolina has been named to the first team of the Associated Press AllAmerica team. He also has earned first teamAll-ACC honors in theACC coaches/ media vote. Pressley set the Georgia Tech and ACC record this season with a whopping 48.0 average distance. The 22-year-old junior consistently gave the Yellow Jackets excellent field position. Of his 45 attempts, 47 percent resulted in a fair catch and 40 percent were downed inside the 20-yard line. He became the first Black player to lead NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision, or FBS, in punting. His 48.0 norm fell short of the all-time, one-season mark of 50.3 set in 1997 by Louisiana State University’s Chad Kessler.

More honors may be coming. Harvin is one of three finalists for the coveted Ray Guy Award, given to the nation’s best punter. That award will be presented Jan. 7. If selected, Harvin would become the first Black to win the honor. Harvin has announced he will forego his final year of eligibility in Atlanta to enter the NFL draft. Black punters in the NFL are a rarity. The short list of full-time punters includes Reggie Roby who kicked from 1983 to 1998, and Greg Coleman, who was a punter from 1977 to 1998. More recently Marquette King punted for Oakland and Denver from 2012 to 2018. King last punted for the St. Louis Battlehawks of the defunct XFL and is now a free agent. In 1974, Merritt Kersey from Matoaca High School in Chesterfield County punted for the Philadelphia Eagles. Harvin is noticeable for more than just his booming punts. He wears a glove on just one hand, his left, prefers leaving his jersey untucked and, in warmer weather, tailors his cut-off sleeves to reveal bodybuilder-sized biceps.

Tiger Woods and son don’t quite break from the pack Team Woods attracted most of the cameras but fell short of winning the title at the PNC Championships in Orlando. Tiger Woods and his 11-year-old son, Charlie, finished seventh in the 20-team field in the two-round event at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club held Dec. 17 through 20.

He breaks stereotypes at Arizona State Jackson He is big, fast and strong, about what you’d expect of a football player at Arizona State University. But what makes him really special is his nationality. He is Chinese. On Dec. 11, He made history by becoming the first Chinese-born athlete to score a touchdown in a FBS game. Wearing No. 32, He scored on a 1-yard run in the Aztecs’ 70-7 victory over archrival Arizona in Tempe. To do so, he had to break a tackle and plow his muscular

Fame and fortune await most men entering the world’s premier basketball league. For women, fame more than fortune tends to be a top incentive. That’s why you’ll find WNBA players scattered all over the world this time of year in what could only loosely be described as their “offseason.”

Punter Pressley Harvin III named first team All-American

Deion Sanders now to have 2 sons at Jackson State

Here’s great news touchdowns on an for University of Col81-yard punt return orado football fans: and on a 61-yard Brenden Rice is startpass reception in the ing to look a lot like Buffaloes’ 38-21 loss his famous dad. to Utah in Boulder The son of NFL on Dec. 12. Hall of Famer Jerry Jerry Rice, who Rice is making headplayed collegiately Brenden Rice lines of his own as at Mississippi Vala true freshman receiver/kick ley State University, is the returner for the Pac-12 club. NFL’s all-time leader in pass A 6-foot-3 speedster from receptions, receiving yards and Chandler, Ariz., Rice scored receiving touchdowns.

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Megan Walker

220 pounds over the goal line. “I want to prove that Chinese can play good football,” the redshirt junior told the media. “I have a chip on my shoulder.” He’s birth name is He Peizhang. His “American name” and roster name is Jackson He. He said he chose Jackson for no other reason than he is a big Michael Jackson fan. From Shaoguan, China, he came to the San Diego area at age 17 with a group of foreign exchange students. He played one

Jackson He, left, displays his name on his jersey.

season at Lutheran High School in San Diego before enrolling at Arizona State and making the squad as a walk-on. While in high school, he had to learn to play football while also learning the English language.

Team Thomas — PGA regular Justin Thomas and his father, Mike — took first with an overall 25-under score. Team Woods finished 20 under in the “two-man scramble” format. Charlie Woods was the youngest partner of a pro in the family event. Charlie Woods scored an eagle all on his own and flashed some of his famous father’s tendencies, much to the crowd’s delight. Charlie twirled his driver following a nice tee-shot and provided a few of the signature Woods fist pumps following made putts. Also, on the final day, Charlie and Tiger dressed alike with red shirts, black slacks and TW golf caps. “Memories we’ll have for our entire lives,” Tiger told the media. “He’s not going to appreciate this at 11 years old. I didn’t when I was with my dad. As the years go by, you start appreciating it more.” The gallery included Charlie’s mother, Tiger’s ex-wife Elin Nordegren, who was making her first appearance at a Tiger Woods golf event in 11 years. Walking the course with Elin were Tiger’s daughter, Sam Woods, 13, and his current girlfriend, Erica Herman.

Tiger Woods and his 11-year-old son, Charlie, play PNC Championships in Orlando.

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Foremost wishes for 2021 With the start of 2021, the Richmond Free Press invited select city and state officials and leaders to share their foremost wishes for the new year. Following are their responses. Richmond Police Chief Gerald M. Smith As chief of police of Richmond, it is my wish that 2021 brings recovery success to a struggling economic system, a strained education system and a reimagined public safety system, all of which have been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. This year presented many new and unique challenges. People experienced displacement, separation, homelessness, hopelessness, loss, child care issues, unemployment at staggering numbers and other hardships. Here in the city of Richmond, COVID-19 contributed to an incredible increase in the number of deaths from overdoses and overdoses in general. Violent crime, such as gun violence, domestic violence and homicides, persisted. In 2021, instead of acts of crime, I wish for more acts of kindness. Each day, the women and men of the Richmond Police Department do their level best to serve this city with excellence, integrity and justice. Let’s work together to make our city safer for everyone, especially our children. We serve and protect all, but our children deserve our utmost care and concern. Be blessed and be safe in the new year.

Cheryl L. Burke

Vice Chair and 7th District representative, Richmond School Board

Dr. Cynthia I. Newbille

President of Richmond City Council and 7th District representative Wishing all Richmonders a happy, healthy and blessed new year! My foremost wish for 2021 is to mitigate the devastating impact of the COVID-19 virus on the lives and livelihoods of our citizens, communities, businesses and other stakeholders. Toward this end, I will work to build strategic, intentional, equitable and collaborative partnerships for a healthy and more vibrant future for all.

Henrico Delegate Lamont Bagby

Reginald E. Gordon

Chair of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus

In 2021, my foremost wish is to see Virginia continue to make advances My wish for 2021 is to end food insein justice and equity. This includes curity, especially for our children in the implementing policies that improve the city of Richmond. The high rate of the economic, educational, political and lack of nutritious foods for our children social conditions of Black Virginians and in the Metro Richmond area before, durunderrepresented groups in Virginia. This ing and after the pandemic will continue is the heart of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus’ mission. until we come together collectively to support and mentor one This year has been trying for many Virginians — from the neighborhood at a time. Poverty continues to rob our children of COVID-19 pandemic, the economic crisis and the ever-present their essential needs, such as food, housing and safety. pandemic of racism that has infected our society for too long. I am grateful to all the community partners that donate items At the same time, we saw many across our Commonwealth step daily to our children. However, as I study available data and my up and face these issues head on, whether they were front line observations, I often ask, how many families rise above their workers and health care personnel during the pandemic, or those current circumstances? out fighting for racial justice. “Am I my brother’s keeper?” As the 2021 village moves beIn addition, the VLBC, alongside many others, ushered in yond this era of food insecurity and poverty, how do we facilitate generational change to protect voting rights, implement criminal opportunities as a team to address one neighborhood at a time. It justice and policing reform, increase access to housing and eviccan happen; however, those of us that are willing to continue to tion prevention, expand access to quality health care and education support our communities, must go to the neighborhoods, listen, and further environmental justice. But much more work remains plan and move forward together to eradicate those ills, especially to be done. in Black and brown neighborhoods. In this new year, I wish to see Virginia further pursue criminal In connecting with many children over the years, I am reminded justice reform, such as automatic expungement. that many families are without pots and pans, nor working stoves. I wish to see Virginia continue its commitment to equity in eduIt’s easier to walk to the corner store and purchase sugary drinks, cation policy, especially through increased funding for HBCUs. chips and quick foods. I wish to see more COVID-19 relief measures implemented. Obesity, malnutrition, anxiety and other health ills are influenced I also wish to see Virginia continue increasing access to housing by their daily diets. Mentoring works, which supports teachers, and improving tenant protections and rights. social workers and others whose plates are so full. Those of us In addition, I wish to see Virginia at the forefront of promotwho are able to pay trainers and nutritionists to facilitate our ing environmental justice. care are blessed. Let us share that knowledge with those who I wish to see Virginia continue to vehemently protect the are struggling. right to vote. My 2021 wish is that policy makers, organizations, agencies Together, through work and determination, we can make and other community partners will come together with a mission to these wishes a reality. VR Downtown Adincludes FreePress 04 GUSS 1217 HIGHREZ.pdf 1 12/17/20 PM everyone strength, good health and safety as we move create a framework that a timeline to support neighborhoods I4:09 wish and families that continue to experience food insecurities. into the new year. Best wishes and please take good care.

Richmond’s deputy chief administrative officer who manages human services My foremost desire for 2021 is that we all work together to build a compassionate community in Richmond. The pandemic has underscored the inequities and perennial challenges faced by some of our neighbors in Richmond who have had to navigate life without ample resources or a stable support system. The government, nonprofits, the faith community, foundations and lone citizens have stepped up to help keep people alive, housed and fed during these past several months of debilitating stress and anxiety. If there ever was any doubt, it now has become abundantly clear that we definitely need each other in order to survive. Our collective, urgent task is to build pathways that will afford all citizens the ability to journey from crisis to thriving. We have had some success in this work, but there is more work to do. We must continue to rally together a legion of like-minded, collaborative, action-oriented people who do not have a need to be praised for their participation, but instead find affirmation in seeing the community’s shared goal come to fruition: Thousands of Richmond people, from new immigrants to longtime residents, rising up the economic ladder to thriving, experiencing the freedom to make their own unique life choices about housing, health care, food, education and opportunities for their children. We can do this, Richmond. Start with your own family. Make sure they are all stable with housing, food and employment and are on the right track. Then branch out to families in your neighborhood or in your congregation. Next, offer your resources, time and money to existing agencies, organizations and ministries, believing that their motivation is just as pure as yours. If you need help finding answers to questions about available resources, visit Help1RVA.org. New year, new energy. Let’s keep building a compassionate community together.

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Black scientist from N.C. behind efforts to create a COVID-19 vaccine By Kate Murphy Raleigh News & Observer

Editor’s note: This story originally was published in June in the Raleigh News & Observer. Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases’ Vaccine Research Center worked with Moderna to develop one of the two coronavirus vaccines that have been approved for emergency use in the United States by the Federal Drug Administration and is now being administered to health care professionals and nursing home residents and staff in Metro Richmond and across the country. On Dec. 8, Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the NIAID singled out Dr. Corbett’s contributions in a discussion with the National Urban League “Kizzy is an African-American scientist who is right at the forefront of the development of the vaccine,” Dr. Fauci said. “So the first thing you might want to say to my African-American brothers and sisters is that the vaccine that you’re going to be taking was developed by an African-American woman. And that is just a fact.” The article is published here with permission of The News & Observer.

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Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett talks with President Trump, Dr. Anthony Fauci, second from right, and other officials about her work on a COVID-19 vaccine during the president’s March 3 tour of the Viral Pathogenesis Laboratory at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md.

Dr. Corbett

As a teenager growing up in Hillsborough, N.C., Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett had never seen a Black scientist before. Then she walked into a lab at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill one summer, met Albert Russell, a Ph.D. student, and for the first time believed she could be one. Now 34, Dr. Corbett is the scientific lead for the government’s search for a coronavirus vaccine at the National Institutes of Health. “It made all the difference. I’m probably here because of that,” Dr. Corbett said. “Just knowing that it was possible.” She has become that example that she never saw and is now an assurance to other inquisitive, smart girls with an interest in science that anything is possible. Dr. Corbett is a young, Black woman in a sea of older, white men in suits and lab coats. She’s making appearances on national TV as a scientific expert, briefing President Trump about potential COVID-19 vaccines and working on the front lines to find a way to stop this pandemic. “I want her to have a seat at that table for all the reasons you are witnessing through the pandemic and all the protesting,” said Dr. Barney Graham. “Not just because she’s competent, but she represents a generation of young people and African-American scientists who need a seat at the table.” Dr. Graham is Dr. Corbett’s mentor and boss as the deputy director of the Vaccine Research Center and chief of the Viral Pathogenesis Laboratory, which are part of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the NIH. Dr. Corbett is a viral immunologist and a research fellow in Dr. Graham’s lab and leads the team that has been working on coronaviruses for the past five years. Dr. Corbett has been heading the basic research and analyzing the pre-clinical data that has been fundamental for developing and testing a vaccine for COVID-19. In June, there were more than 2.4 million coronavirus cases in the U.S. and more than 120,000 people had died from COVID-19 as cases continued to surge. The vaccine the team is working on is in phase two of human clinical trials and entered phase three in July. Their work already has made an impact on the way people think about vaccine development in terms of the speed at which it can happen, Dr. Graham said. “We’re all working 24-7, and we’re hoping that it will make an impact,” Dr. Graham said. “And (the vaccine) will be safe and effective and prevent some of this damage that the coronavirus is doing.” For her coronavirus research efforts, Dr. Corbett is The News & Observer’s Tar Heel of the Month, which honors people who have made significant contributions to North Carolina and the region. The girl with book smarts Dr. Corbett is one of seven siblings, and she always has been the one with book smarts, her sister Tameka Street said. Ms. Street, 33, is Dr. Corbett’s cousin who was adopted into their family and is just a year younger than Dr. Corbett. Dr. Corbett took advanced reading and math classes at Oak Lane Elementary school and was always a competitor, whether in Girl Scouts or the science fair. “She made sure her project was going to be the one that won,” Ms. Street said. “She’s always been known for her smartness.” Dr. Corbett took AP courses, was in the top of her class in high school and in 10th grade joined a summer program called Project SEED, which allows minority and economically disadvantaged students to study chemistry in university labs including UNC-Chapel Hill. She also was on the homecoming court and was constantly texting her friends and raving about the latest R&B hits in that lab at UNC. Dr. Corbett was an “excellent student and always came ready to work,” said Dr. Russell, who was finishing up his doctorate in organic chemistry at UNC when Dr. Corbett came in as his lab assistant. “That’s rare to see a Black female that interested in science,” Dr. Russell said.

His first impression was that Dr. Corbett was hilarious, precocious and had a spark. Her intellect and capacity to learn were far above other students her age, he said. “For her to be in a lab during the summer and being enthusiastic about it, that set her apart from her peers right there,” Dr. Russell said. “For her to come and understand what was going on, that set the bar even higher.” Dr. Russell, now a chemistry professor and department chair at Tuskegee University, said he saw Dr. Corbett as a little sister and needed to look out for her as her mentor. “I knew she was going to do something great because of her demeanor and work ethic,” Dr. Russell said. “Seeing her on CNN or standing next to the president, that I didn’t see coming.” She said without his mentorship, she wouldn’t have gotten there. She was a high school student and saw this guy from Alabama working in a big fancy laboratory who talked like her and who could relate to her in so many ways, she said. It stuck with her. Dr. Corbett helped with the experiments, fell in love with the science and later earned a scholarship for minority STEM students through the Meyerhoff Scholars Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. There, she was introduced to the NIH and worked in Dr. Graham’s lab during and after her undergraduate education through a postbaccalaureate research program. Then she returned to North Carolina to earn her Ph.D. in microbiology and immunology from the UNC School of Medicine and study under Professor Aravinda de Silva. Dr. Corbett then pursued her career at the NIH and through a post-doctoral fellowship in Dr. Graham’s lab. That’s where she decided to work on coronaviruses, which was “somewhat unknown and no one really cared about it.” “That work proved to be fruitful in this moment,” Dr. Corbett said. Finding a coronavirus vaccine Dr. Corbett said she has been running off of adrenaline since the pandemic hit. “I never thought that we’d be here. ... We predicted pandemics, but the extent to which this one is happening is mind-blowing,” Dr. Corbett said. “It’s surreal to be in the middle of it and watching it all play out.” In addition to analyzing data, designing experiments and writing papers, Dr. Corbett helps manage the collaborations set up with investigators at UNC-CH, Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas-Austin and The Scripps Research Institute. Each group is studying different things in their labs, but they’re working together to understand how antibodies can neutralize this coronavirus, find treatments and develop vaccines. The NIH team’s vaccine was the first to enter a phase one clinical trial, and the antibody they discovered was also the first to go into clinical trial, Dr. Graham said. The work they had done ahead of time put them in a position to move rapidly. Now, the team is preparing to study how the vaccine performs in a clinical trial that could include about 20,000 people around the United States, Dr. Graham said. “We have to wait to see if we can generate the data that can turn that into a product,” Dr. Graham said. If everything goes smoothly, Dr. Graham said they may be able to have a vaccine to be widely distributed within 12 to 18 months. But that timeline is still an aspiration. “This is exactly the kind of work that I foresaw myself doing,” Dr. Corbett said. She came to this research center because she wanted to be able to watch their science translate into something that was real and useful and help people, Dr. Corbett said. “Having one piece of what could be possibly a solution to this pandemic and ending this pandemic ... there’s so much pressure,” Dr. Corbett said. “I just hope that all the work that we’re doing ... gives people a little bit of hope.” While she hasn’t experienced this type of pressure, she said, she’s prepared to handle it. “I’ve always liked Kizzmekia because she was undaunted,” Dr. Graham said. “It’s one of those traits in a scientist that you can’t really teach— that resiliency that if you have a problem, you

figure it out, and if you have a setback, you try it again and take a different direction.” Full of confidence and ambition Dr. Corbett said it’s a privilege and honor to be in this position at the NIH and to be in these spaces where very few people are young, Black or female. And she’s grateful for Dr. Graham’s belief in her to take on this role and stand at the podium among politicians and world-renowned doctors and researchers. But, she wonders whether her male colleagues are ever asked how they feel to be in a room with her. She said women have to start thinking that it’s an honor for those men to be working with them. “Society makes you feel like you are here because someone placed you here and now you owe them something,” Dr. Corbett said. “Or you’re here so you should just be grateful.” She said that’s why women don’t ask for raises or negotiate and say they’re just so happy to be hired. And that needs to change. “If that means everyone should drink ego tea,” Dr. Corbett said, “that’s what we should sip.” She said she’s not yet where she wants to be in her career, and her bosses are still older and white. Dr. Corbett has made her ambition clear since

she started at the NIH. One moment that stands out to Dr. Graham is when he asked her what she wanted for her future before she got her Ph.D. “Well, I want to take your job,” Dr. Corbett told Dr. Graham without much hesitation, he said. “That’s the kind of ambition she has for herself.” Dr. Graham is supportive of that dream, saying it’s one of his career goals to make sure she has a successful scientific career as an independent scientist or well-established faculty member. Dr. Corbett said she has always wanted to be her own boss and still wants that job as a principal investigator. She said it’s the “ideal type of job for a scientist” to be running a laboratory where everyone works toward scientific goals. She’s confident she’ll get there one day.

Setting an example for family Outside the lab, Dr. Graham said Dr. Corbett is a kind, soft-hearted person who likes to take care of people and celebrate everything. Whether it’s making sure there are cupcakes for birthdays or organizing gifts for a baby shower, Dr. Corbett makes sure people are noticed, he said. That generosity and care also is focused on her family, most of whom are still in North Carolina. Her nieces “adore her,” and while they can’t see each other in person right now, they Facetime before Dr. Corbett heads into the lab and text loving photos that interrupt data reviews. Dr. Corbett is the aunt who shows up to everything and spoils her nieces and nephews, Ms. Street said. She’ll say yes to fruit roll-ups for breakfast, secretly send a new iPod when mom says ‘no,’ drive down for roller skating birthday parties and sit in the stands for a softball tournament, even if it means catching a last-minute bus. At Christmas, Dr. Corbett makes sure every kid has at least one gift. And she’s just as competitive during silly family games as she has been in her academic pursuits. Dr. Corbett also is an inspiration to her nieces, and they are overjoyed every time they see her on TV, Ms. Street said. “Her being in the spotlight ...” Ms. Street said, “as a Black single mom of two kids and my sister being one of the top people being talked about ... It’s something we don’t want to stop. It’s powerful to us.” One of Ms. Street’s girls is interested in engineering at her STEM elementary school and goes to STEM camp every summer. Her other daughter is a tomboy who is free-spirited, full of life and not afraid, which also comes from her Aunt Kizzy, Ms. Street said. “She does inspire them to be the best thing they can be,” Ms. Street said. Dr. Corbett is a great example to Dr. Russell’s children as well because she knew what she wanted and she went and got it. He said it’s amazing that this girl from rural North Carolina ended up standing next to the president in the middle of an international pandemic as a person who could potentially stop the crisis. What’s most impressive about that rise is the fact that she has stayed true to herself, he said. Dr. Corbett’s Instagram is filled with photos of nights out in Washington, trips to Mexico with her girlfriends, video interviews of her on CNN and posts about an antibody therapy entering human clinical trials. She joked on Twitter that she’ll ask rappers Young Jeezy and DaBaby to perform if she ever wins a Nobel Prize. Dr. Russell said she shows that she’s just a regular person who happens to be doing this incredible work. A scientist isn’t just “Doc” Brown from “Back to The Future” or some character running around in a lab coat, Dr. Russell said. His kids and other young people look at Dr. Corbett on TV and know they can go to college and grad school and become scientists. They think, “Oh wow, she’s just like me,” he said. “Honestly, in STEM that’s really what you have to have,” Dr. Russell said. “It makes it look doable.”

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Happenings Personality: Victoria S. ‘Vickie’ Oakley Spotlight on board chair of Dancing Classrooms Greater Richmond Education always has been a focus for Victoria S.“Vickie” Oakley. A retired chief academic officer with Richmond Public Schools who now serves as senior adviser for University Instructors consulting group, she has aided the academic experience for years. Ms. Oakley also aids younger generations of students through a less conventional educational method — dance. She is chair of the board of Dancing Classrooms Greater Richmond, which helps youngsters in fifth and eighth grades cultivate life skills through tango, waltz, polka, swing and other dances. Started in Richmond in 2012 by Maria Vysotskay, Dancing Classrooms Greater Richmond is the local network of the national nonprofit created in 1994 by Pierre Dulaine and Yvonne Marceau for the American Ballroom Theater Company in New York City. The Greater Richmond program is one of 25 networks in the United States and around the world. In less than a decade, more than 5,000 students in 18 Richmond public schools and several schools in Chesterfield and Henrico counties have participated in the 10-week program that uses ballroom dancing to raise social awareness, improve selfconfidence and build self-esteem, among other essential values and life skills. “It instills a sense of joy and accomplishment, but also respect, teamwork and confidence,” Ms. Oakley says. These classes culminate with The Colors of the Rainbow Team Match that brings together students and schools from the region. The competition shows

off the teamwork, sportsmanship and elegance of the youngsters while it builds community among the diverse participants, schools and their families. As board chair, Ms. Oakley’s major goal is to grow the program by meeting with superintendents and principals to share Dancing Classrooms’ mission and vision and seek their support in bringing the program to more schools and school districts. While the COVID-19 pandemic stalled the program during the fall, Dancing Classrooms has plans to begin virtual lessons when school resumes in January. Ms. Oakley has seen the tremendous benefits youngsters derive from participating in the program. “Students begin the program shy and nervous about dancing with a partner,” she says. “Throughout the program, students gain confidence and enjoy showcasing their dancing skills and working with their partner.” During this time when students are isolated and learning from home because of the pandemic, participating in Dancing Classrooms has even greater benefits, Ms. Oakley says. “We want students and family members to engage in our program to promote wellness, happiness and joy.” Meet an education advocate who also promotes the benefits of dance and this week’s Personality, Victoria S. “Vickie” Oakley: No. 1 volunteer position: Board chair, Dancing Classrooms Greater Richmond. Date and place of birth: May 15 in Baltimore, but I grew up

Dancing Classrooms is not about teaching ballroom dancing. The dance is a tool for getting children to break down social barriers, learn about honor, respect, cooperation and to improve self-confidence and communication. Dancing Classrooms’ mission: Our mission is to cultivate essential life skills in children through the art of social dance. Our vision is to help create schools and communities where every child is connected, respected and provided a safe environment in which to thrive. Number of Dancing Classroom networks: 25 networks in the United States and internation-

in Alexandria. Where I live now: Laburnum Park in Richmond’s North Side. Occupation: Currently, senior adviser for University Instructors of Public Consulting Group Inc.; retired chief academic officer for Richmond Public Schools. Education: Bachelor’s in elementary education, University of Richmond; master’s in education, Virginia Commonwealth University; and post master’s in educational administration and supervision, VCU. Family: Husband, Bobby, and dog, Ellie. Dancing Classrooms is: A 10-week curriculum based inschool program that utilizes ballroom dancing as a vehicle to teach social awareness and build self-esteem in fifth- and eighth-grade children. Dancing with a partner fosters respect and teamwork, which in turn leads to better social relationships.

ally. When Dancing Classrooms Greater Richmond founded: 2012. Founder: Maria Vysotskaya. Participating grade levels: Fifth- and eighth-grade students. Participating schools: Richmond: Swansboro Elementary, Chimborazo Elementary, Cardinal Elementary, Patrick Henry School of Science &Arts, John B. Cary Elementary, Mary Munford Elementary, Woodville Elementary, J.L. Francis Elementary, Fox Elementary, Ginter Park Elementary, Linwood Holton Elementary, Overby-Sheppard Elementary, G. W. Carver Elementary, Franklin Military Academy, Miles Jones Elementary, Fairfield Court Elementary, Southampton Elementary and Westover Hills Elementary. Chesterfield: Falling Creek Elementary, Crestwood Elementary and Robious Elementary.

Henrico: Highland Springs Elementary and Short Pump Elementary. Private school: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School. When elected board chair of Dancing Classrooms: 2018. Why I accepted position: To bring leadership and organizational skills to a young organization and my belief in our mission and vision. Also, my desire to support children in the Greater Richmond area. Length of term: The term is one year. I have served two previous terms. No. 1 goal or project as board chair: To grow the program throughout schools in the Greater Richmond area. Dances taught: Swing, waltz, tango, rumba, merengue, fox trot, polka and line dancing. What students learn in addition to dance: It instills a sense of joy and accomplishment, but also respect, teamwork and confidence. Students begin the program shy and nervous about dancing with a partner. Throughout the program, students gain confidence and enjoy showcasing their dancing skills and working with their partner. How COVID-19 is impacting Dancing Classrooms: We were not able to provide the Dancing Classroom program in the fall. We currently are working with schools to offer virtual lessons in January 2021. How Dancing Classrooms GRVAteaches virtually: Learning is 100 percent virtual — one pre-recorded lesson and one synchronous lesson per week to provide physical activity and meaningful social and emotional interaction. All lessons are 30 minutes or less, which maximizes student retention and

engagement. Why students must keep dancing now more than ever: Students are isolated, and they need to dance to keep active and engaged. Dancing heals your heart and makes you happy. How Richmonders can support Dancing Classrooms: By providing a monetary donation so we can expand into more schools in the Richmond area. What makes me dance: When I am happy and feeling good. Favorite dance moves and music: Swing. I like jazz. How I start the day: With a positive outlook and daily exercise that feeds the mind and the body. Three words that best describe me: Supportive, persistent and assertive. Best late-night snack: Mint chocolate ice cream. How I unwind: Reading. Something I love to do that most people would never imagine: Kayaking. Quote that I am most inspired by: “Whatever we accomplish belongs to our entire group, a tribute to our combined effort.” — Walt Disney At the top of my “to-do” list: Traveling with my husband. Best thing my parents ever taught me: Perseverance. Person who influenced me the most: My mother. Book that influenced me the most: “The Essential Deming: Leadership Principles from the Father of Quality” by W. Edwards Deming. What I’m reading now: “My Own Words” by Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Next goal: Redo Dancing Classrooms’ strategic plan and spend more time at the river.

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Ruby H. Walden, a force for community betterment in Suffolk, dies at 99 â&#x20AC;&#x153;I cannot do everything, but I can do some things. What I can do, I ought to do. What I ought to do, with the help of God, I will do.â&#x20AC;? Those are the words Ruby Holland Walden lived by until her death at age 99 in her native Suffolk on Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, her family said. Though never elected to public office, Mrs. Walden became a force for community betterment in taking on multiple roles and freely â&#x20AC;&#x153;giving her time and resources to uplift others,â&#x20AC;? her family said. Along with being a wife and mother and business partner with her husband of 57 years, the late Frank L. Walden, a contractor and farmer, Mrs. Walden was a constant presence in civic affairs. She also was the mother and mother-in-law of Pearl Walden Thomas of Richmond and her husband, former Virginia Supreme Court Justice John Charles Thomas. A frequent writer to the Richmond Free Press Letters to the Editor, Mrs. Walden got her start in the political arena as a young mother in the 1950s when she joined activist neighbors in successfully suing Nansemond County to equalize educational offerings and resources for Black children. She was dedicated to improving the inadequate, racially segregated public education system in Nansemond County that she believed would stunt the prospects for her children and for other Black children. For 25 years, she remained a â&#x20AC;&#x153;strong, forceful and vocal advocateâ&#x20AC;? for educational improvement in Suffolk, into which Nansemond was merged in 1972. Eager to see improvement in other areas, she ultimately served on more than 30 boards, commissions, study groups and task forces along with participating in organizations seeking change, her family said. In the mid-1960s, Mrs. Walden served on the local front lines in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;War on povertyâ&#x20AC;? that President Lyndon B. Johnson launched. She was among the organizers of the Southeastern Tidewater Opportunity Project, or STOP, the still-active regional â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Church With A Welcomeâ&#x20AC;?

community action program that channels federal funding into an array of beneficial educational, health, housing, employment and human service projects from Suffolk to Virginia Beach. Mrs. Walden helped launch STOPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head Start program for pre-schoolers in Nansemond County and served as the first teacher, her family recalled. She later served for years as STOPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community service coordinator for Suffolk and Isle of Wight and Southampton counties. Mrs. Walden She received recognition for her community service, including the Athena Award from the Suffolk Division of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce in 1992. She also received the Senior Health Hero Award for volunteer service from Bon Secours Health Services and the Senior Services of Southeastern Virginia and later was recognized for her 37 years of service to the Sickle Cell Anemia Association. Mrs. Walden also was selected to visit the White House with a group of other seniors from around the nation for a 2011 ceremony with President Obama. Meanwhile, she also kept the books and assisted in the business ventures of her husband who operated a brick masonry company and farmed 100 acres of family-owned land. Mr.

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Good Shepherd Baptist Church 1127 North 28th St., Richmond, VA 23223 s Office: (804) 644-1402 Dr. Sylvester T. Smith, Pastor â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A Place for Youâ&#x20AC;?

Due to the COVID-19 Corona Virus All regular activities have been suspended until further notice. Visit https://youtu.be/qqzhnIEQyQc for inspirational messages from Pastor Smith

Triumphant

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18 East Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 s (804) 643-1987 Hours Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Sunday Closed Honoring God ... and serving people THANKS TO YOU for over 64 years and looking for 64 more years

Broad Rock Baptist Church

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5106 Walmsley Blvd., Richmond, VA 23224 804-276-2740 â&#x20AC;˘ 804-276-6535 (fax) www.BRBCONLINE.org

2604 Idlewood Avenue Richmond, Va. 23220 (804) 353-6135 www.riverviewbaptistch.org Rev. Dr. Stephen L. Hewlett, Pastor Rev. Dr. Ralph Reavis, Sr. Pastor Emeritus

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Due to the Corona Virus Pandemic, Services Are Cancelled, until further notice; but, please join us, by visiting BRBCOnline.org or YouTube (Broad Rock Baptist Church).â&#x20AC;?

Zion Baptist Church

â&#x20AC;&#x153;MAKE IT HAPPENâ&#x20AC;? Pastor Kevin Cook

2006 Decatur Street, Richmond, VA 23224 ZBCOFFICE@VERIZON.NET â&#x20AC;˘ (804) 859-1985 or (804) 232-2867 Church OďŹ&#x192;ce Dr. Robert L. Pettis, Sr., Pastor

You may join us on Facebook Live: Zion Baptist Church (South Richmond) For Sunday Services at 10:30 AM Bible Study, Wednesdays at 7 PM Dr. Robert L. Pettis, Sr., Pastor Listeners can call: (508) 924-3234 Support us Online through the Givelify App

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Rev. Dr. Yvonne Jones Bibbs, Pastor

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2003 Lamb Avenue Richmond, VA 23222 Dr. Arthur M. Jones, Sr., Pastor (804) 321-7622

Join us on Sundays at 12 noon via Conference Call: 1(503)300-6860 Code:273149#

Walden died in 2003. Mrs. Walden also was active in her church, Mt. Sinai Baptist Church in Suffolk, where through the years she participated in almost every class, program, ministry and auxiliary until her health declined. Through the decades, she held such posts as church clerk, president of the pastorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auxiliary, superintendent of the Vacation Bible School, secretary of the Sunday School and treasurer of the Senior Missionaries. She also chaired the steering committee that produced a family life center addition to the church and organized the Guild Girls Organization for youths ages 12 to 16. She also served as secretary for the Bethany Baptist Association and represented the church at state and national Baptist gatherings and programs. A public viewing will be held 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31, at William M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home, 224 S. Main St. in Franklin. Her life will be celebrated in a service at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan.1, that may be viewed online at https://client.tribucast.com/ tcid/52396609. In addition to her daughter Pearl W. Thomas, survivors include two other daughters, Janice P. Walden and Sandra W. Kiah; one son, Olin L. Walden, 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in memory of Ruby H. Walden at https://nmaahc.si.edu/connect/give .

400 South Addison Street Richmond, Va. 23220

Friday, JANUARY 1, 2021 11:30 A.M.

Virtually Guest Speaker: Rev. Charles Goodman, Jr., Pastor Tabernacle Baptist Church, Augusta, GA

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St. Peter Baptist Church

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New Deliverance Evangelistic Church

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1701 Turner Road, North Chesterfield, Virginia 23225 (804) 276-0791 office (804)276-5272 fax www.ndec.net

Bible Study Opportunities Thursdays: Virtual Bible Study session via Zoom, every Thursday at 7 PM. Email request to spbcoffice@stpeterbaptist.net; A new Meeting ID and password will be emailed weekly.

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic NDEC Sunday services are suspended until further notice.

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823 North 31st Street Richmond, VA 23223 (804) 226-0150 Office

Antioch Baptist Church â&#x20AC;&#x153;Redeeming Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s People for Gods Purposeâ&#x20AC;?

1384 New Market Road, Richmond, Virginia 23231 | 804-222-8835

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Richmond Free Press

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Legal Notices City of Richmond, Virginia CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Council of the City of Richmond has scheduled a public hearing, open to all interested citizens, on Monday, January 11, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following ordinances: Ordinance No. 2020-217 As Amended To close to public travel certain medians located in Monument Avenue and North Allen Avenue at or near General Robert E. Lee Circle, to retain the City’s legal interests in such medians, and to designate such medians as official City Parks, upon certain terms and conditions. Ordinance No. 2020-241 As Amended To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute certain Deeds of Easement between the City of Richmond and the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of General Services, for the purpose of granting to the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of General Services, certain perpetual, irrevocable easements on, over, under, and across certain rights-of-way located along North 9th Street[, East Franklin Street, East Grace Street,] and East Broad Street for the construction or installation of certain improvements and safety and security enhancements as part of the Capitol Complex Infrastructure and Security construction projects. Ordinance No. 2020-251 To amend Ord. No. 2020049, adopted May 11, 2020, which adopted the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 General Fund Budget and made appropriations pursuant thereto, by re-appropriating a $5,780,000.00 portion of the calculated general fund surplus for Fiscal Ye a r 2 0 1 9 - 2 0 2 0 t o the Non-Departmental agency “OPEB Trust” line item for the purpose of funding a contribution to the trust established by § 1 of Ord. No. 2018-196, adopted Jul. 23, 2018. Ordinance No. 2020-252 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $2,256.60 from the Virginia Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, and to appropriate the grant funds received to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services’ Four for Life Program Special Fund by $2,256.60 for the purpose of supporting emergency medical services. Ordinance No. 2020-253 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $5,000.00 from The Hartford; to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services called The Hartford Special Fund; and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services’ The Hartford Special Fund by $5,000.00 for the purpose of supporting fire safety education programs. Ordinance No. 2020-254 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $60,165.09 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency; to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services called the Assistance to Firefighter GrantSupplemental (EMPG-S) Special Fund; and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20202021 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services’ Assistance to Firefighter Grant-Supplemental (EMPG-S) Special Fund by $60,165.09 for the purpose of funding necessary expenditures for personal protective equipment and supplies due to the public health emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ordinance No. 2020-255 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $74,804.00 from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management; to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Continued on next column

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Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services called the 2020 Emergency Management Performance GrantSupplemental (EMPG-S) Special Fund; and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20202021 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services’ 2020 Emergency Management Performance GrantSupplemental (EMPG-S) Special Fund by $74,804.00 for the purpose of funding expenditures for personal protective equipment and supplies needed to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the COVID-19 pandemic public health emergency. Ordinance No. 2020-256 To amend ch. 2, art. V of the City Code by adding therein a new div. 11(§§ 2-1035—2-1039) for the purpose of establishing a Participatory Budgeting Steering Commission. Ordinance No. 2020-257 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute appropriate documents releasing the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority and its successors in interest from the reversionary right of the City contained in a certain special warranty deed concerning the property known as 30 West Jackson Street for the purpose of allowing the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority to sell the property for the development of a rental housing project for lowincome residents. Ordinance No. 2020-258 To authorized the Chief Administrative Officer, for an on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute a Deed of Access Easement between the City of Richmond and AT Artisan LLC and American Tobacco Holdings LLC, for the purpose of granting an access easement to a portion of City-owned real property located at 400 Jefferson Davis Highway to AT Artisan LLC and American Tobacco Holdings LLC. Ordinance No. 2020-259 To declare a public necessity for and to authorize the acquisition from Westmoreland Place Association of an easement of right-of-way over, upon, across, and through the streets located in the Westmoreland Place subdivision and known as Westmoreland Place, Virginia Avenue, Bolling Avenue, Powhatan Avenue, Rolfe Road, a portion of Pocahontas Avenue, and a portion of Charmian Road for public right-of-way purposes, and to authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute an Agreement between the City and Westmoreland Place Association in connection therewith. Ordinance No. 2020-260 To designate the 1200 and 1300 blocks of Idlewood Avenue in honor of Larry Jerome Bland. Ordinance No. 2020-262 To declare a public necessity for and to authorize the acquisition of the parcels of real property owned by Harry and Betty Loving, LLC and Loving’s Produce, LLC and known as 200 North 17 th Street, 208 North 17 th Street, 212 North 17 th Street, 214 North 17 th Street, 220 North 17th Street, 222 North 17th Street, 103 Ambler Street, 1600 East Franklin Street, 1604 East Franklin Street, 1606 East Franklin Street, 1610 East Franklin Street, and 1601 East Grace Street for the purpose of the planned Enslaved African Heritage Campus in Shockoe Bottom in the city of Richmond. This meeting will be held through electronic communication means pursuant to and in compliance with Ordinance No. 2020-093, adopted April 9, 2020, as most recently amended by Ordinance No. 2020-232, adopted December 14, 2020. This meeting will be open to participation through electronic communication means by the public and closed to in-person participation by the public. Less than a quorum of Richmond City Council will assemble in the Council Chamber on the Second Floor of City Hall, located at 900 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, and most Council members and other staff will participate by teleconference/ videoconference via Microsoft Teams. Video of the meeting will be streamed live online at the following web address: https:// r i c h m o n d v a . l e g i s t a r. Continued on next column

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com/Calendar.aspx. To watch the meeting’s live stream at the web address provided, find and click the link that reads, “In Progress” in the farthest right hand column entitled, “Video”. The agenda for the Richmond City Council meeting is accessible through the City’s legislative website at the following web address: https://richmondva. legistar.com/Calendar. aspx. To view the agenda at the web address provided, find and click the link that reads, “Agenda” associated with the January 11, 2021 Richmond City Council Formal meeting listed in the calendar. Interested citizens who wish to speak at the Richmond City Council meeting will be given an opportunity to do so by following the “Formal Meeting Access and Public Participation Instructions” attached to the January 11, 2021 Richmond City Council Formal meeting agenda. Citizens are encouraged to provide their comments in writing to CityClerksOffice@ richmondgov.com in lieu of calling in. The person responsible for receiving comments in writing is Candice D. Reid, City Clerk. All comments received prior to 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 11, 2021, will be provided to Council members prior to the meeting and will be included in the record of the meeting. Copies of the full text of all ordinances are available by visiting the City Clerk’s page on the City’s Website at http:// www.richmondgov.com/ CityClerk/index.aspx. Candice D. Reid City Clerk

Divorce VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER EDWARD GHEE Plaintiff v. ALTINA GHEE, Defendant. Case No.: CL20005255-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 5th day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. and protect her interest. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Law Office of Dorothy M. Eure, P.C. Dorothy M. Eure, Plaintiff’s Attorney VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER MICHAEL WALKER, Plaintiff v. MELISSA WALKER Defendant. Case No.: CL20005084-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 5th day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. and protect her interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Law Office of Dorothy M. Eure, P.C. Dorothy M. Eure, Plaintiff’s Attorney VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HANOVER SEAN CURRY, Plaintiff v. TONYA HASKELL CURRY Defendant. Case No.: CL20005088-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 5th day of February, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. and protect his interest. Continued on next column

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A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Law Office of Dorothy M. Eure, P.C. Dorothy M. Eure, Plaintiff’s Attorney VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

IN THE JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re audra brooks, RDSS v. KENric young Case No. J-96880-08-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) KENRIC YOUNG (FATHER), of audra brooks, child, DOB 9/4/2017, “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendants, Kenric Young (Father) , to appear at the above-named Court and protect his/her interest on or before March 17, 2021, at 2:00 PM, Courtroom #5

Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

Plaintiff, v. DOROTHY PATRICE HENDERSON, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4109 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2701 Grayland Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number W0001198/006, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Dorothy Patrice Henderson. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, D O R O T H Y PAT R I C E HENDERSON, who has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to her last known address, has not been personally located and has not filed a response to this action; that JAMES LEWIS HASKELL, Registered Agent for SERMET CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC, which may be a creditor with an interest in said property, who has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to his last known address, has not been personally located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that D O R O T H Y PAT R I C E HENDERSON, JAMES LEWIS HASKELL, Registered Agent for SERMET CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

assignees or successors in title, HIGHLAND PA R K R E S T O R AT I O N A N D P R E S E R VAT I O N PROGRAM, INC, an entity not listed in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, TRUSTEE and BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 398 page 18 on May 17, 1994, THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CSFB HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE TRUST 2005HFI C/O BAC, M/C: CA6914-01-43, BENEFICIARIES of a Notice of Assignment of Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 13-26575 on December 3, 2013,and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HENRICO NORMA JEAN DORSETT, Plaintiff v. TREVOR JEFFREY DORSETT, Defendant. Case No.: CL20-8605-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the abovestyled suit is to obtain a divorce from the bonds of matrimony from the defendant on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart without interruption and without cohabitation for a period of more than one year, since December 27, 2015. And it appearing by Affidavit filed according to law that Trevor Jeffrey Dorsett, the above-named defendant, is not a resident of this state and that due diligence has been used by or in behalf of plaintiff to ascertain in what county or city the defendant is, without effect. It is therefore ORDERED that the said Trevor Jeffrey Dorsett do appear in the Clerk’s Office of the Law Division of the Circuit Court of Henrico County, 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico, Virginia 23272, on or before January, 19, 2021 and do whatever necessary to protect her interest in this suit. An Extract Teste: HEIDI S. BARSHINGER, Clerk VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER RAMANIE GARRETT, Plaintiff v. MAURICE JENKINS, Defendant. Case No.: CL20004902-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the defendant on the ground of living separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period exceeding twelve months. It is ORDERED that the defendant, whose whereabouts are unknown, appear here on or before the 21st day of January, 2021 at at 9:00 AM, and protect his interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Law Office of Dorothy M. Eure, P.C. Dorothy M. Eure, Plaintiff’s Attorney VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667 ,

VIRGINIA: IN THE JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re KEON MARTECE LITTLE, RDSS v. TRON LITTLE, KYMBYLA MCCLAIN Case No. J96704-05-06 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) for TRON LITTLE (FATHER) & KYMBYLA MCCLAIN ( M O T H E R ) , of K E O N MARTECE LITTLE, child, DOB 6/5/2004, “TPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendants, Tron Little (Father) & Kymbyla McClain, to appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his/her interest on or before February 12, 2021, at 9:20 AM, Courtroom #1

PROPERTY

VIRGINIA:

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. JACQUELINE LEWIS LUCAS, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL19-4155 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 201 Minor Street, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number N000-0375/001, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Jacqueline Lewis Lucas, Charles David Fowler Lewis, Joel A. Lucas, Jr., Brian Lucas, William Lucas, Michelle L. Meritte, Beverly D, Lewis and Bruce H. Lewis. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, CHARLES DAVID FOWLER LEWIS and JOEL A. LUCAS, JR, are not residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and have not filed a response to this action; that said owners, BRIAN LUCAS and WILLIAM LUCAS, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that said owners, MICHELLE L. MERITTE and BEVERLY D. LEWIS, who have been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to their last known address, have not been personally located and have not filed a response to this action; that FARMERS INSURANCE EXCHANGE, an entity not appearing in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, which may be a creditor with an interest in said property, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; that LINDA KATHLEEN LEWIS FORD, a creditor per Instrument Number 02-12498 filed on September 26, 2002, who may be a creditor with an interest in said property, as not been located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that CHARLES DAVID FOWLER LEWIS, JOEL A. LUCAS, JR, BRIAN LUCAS, WILLIAM L U C A S , MICHELLE L. M E R I T T E , B E V E R LY D . L E W I S , FA R M E R S INSURANCE EXCHANGE, an entity not appearing in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, LINDA KATHLEEN LEWIS FORD, a creditor per Instrument Number 0212498 filed on September 26, 2002, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk

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VIRGINIA: IN THE JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re QUONT’E BULLOCK, JR. RDSS v. QUONTE BULLOCK, SR. PRESHUS COLEMAN File No. J-93791-10-11 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“RPR”) QUONTE BULLOCK, SR. (Father) & Preshus C oleman ( M other ) , of Quont’e Bullock, Jr., child DOB 1/23/2017 “RPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendants Quonte Bullock, Sr. (Father) & Preshus Coleman (Mother), to appear at the above-named Court and protect his/her interest on or before 2/25/2021, at 2:00 PM, Courtroom #3. VIRGINIA: IN THE JUVENILE AND DOMESTIC RELATIONS DISTRICT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND Commonwealth of Virginia, in re KEMEKA GRAY RDSS v. UNKNOWN FATHER Case No. JJ095344-13-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to: Terminate the residual parental rights (“TPR”) of the Unknown Father of Kemeka Gray, DOB 12/02/2017, child. “TPR” means all rights and responsibilities remaining with parent after transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to rights of: visitation; adoption consent; determination of religious affiliation; and responsibility for support. It is ORDERED that the defendant Unknown Father to appear at the abovenamed Court and protect his/her interest on or before 02/08/2021, at 10:20 AM, Courtroom #4.

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. ANTOINETTE L. BLAND, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4741 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3605 North Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number N000-1350/036, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Antoinette L. Bland. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, ANTOINETTE L. BLAND, who has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to her last known address, has not been personally located and has not filed a response to this action; that CITIBANK, NA, an entity not found in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, which may be a creditor with an interest in said property, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that ANTOINETTE L. BLAND, CITIBANK, NA, an entity not found in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND,

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. TESSIE M. ROBINSON, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-2964 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3518 Florida Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number N0001371/002, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Tessie M. Robinson. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, TESSIE M. ROBINSON, upon information and belief deceased, or her heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that D. SAM PERRY, JR, upon information and belief deceased, BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 69 page 563 on February 4, 1986, said Deed of Trust per its terms maturing on January 1, 2009, or his heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in title, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that HIGHLAND PA R K R E S T O R AT I O N A N D P R E S E R VAT I O N PROGRAM, INC, an entity not listed in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, TRUSTEE and BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 398 page 18 on May 17, 1994, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; that THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CSFB HOME EQUITY MORTGAGE TRUST 2005HFI C/O BAC, M/C: CA6914-01-43, BENEFICIARIES of a Notice of Assignment of Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 13-26575 on December 3, 2013, who may have an ownership interest in said property, who are not residents of the Commonwealth of Virginia, have not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that TESSIE M. ROBINSON, upon information and belief deceased, or her heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, D. SAM PERRY, JR, upon information and belief deceased, BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 69 page 563 on February 4, 1986, said Deed of Trust per its terms maturing on January 1, 2009, or his heirs, devisees,

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. DOROTHY R. SNYDOR, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-3962 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3101 1st Avenue, Tax Map Number N000-0990/014, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Dorothy R. Snydor, Shirley R. Hawkins, Linda R. Cobb, Douglas Ross, Sr, Michael Ross, Michael Everett Ross, Marletta Thompson, Donald Thompson, Joseph Thompson, Jr, and Walter V. Miller, IV. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, DOROTHY R. SNYDOR, SHIRLEY R. HAWKINS, LINDA R. COBB, DOUGLAS ROSS, SR, MICHAEL ROSS, MICHAEL EVERETT ROSS, MARLETTA THOMPSON, DONALD THOMPSON, JOSEPH THOMPSON, JR, and WALTER V. MILLER, IV, are to be proceed against by Order of Publication pursuant to Section 8.01-316(A)(3) of the Code of Virginia; that WILLIAM J. DORAN, III, who may be a creditor with an interest in said property, who has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to his last known address, has not been personally located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that DOROTHY R. SNYDOR, SHIRLEY R. HAWKINS, LINDA R. COBB, DOUGLAS ROSS, SR, MICHAEL ROSS, MICHAEL EVERETT ROSS, MARLETTA THOMPSON, DONALD THOMPSON, JOSEPH THOMPSON, JR, and WALTER V. MILLER, IV, WILLIAM J. DORAN, III, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2020 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. BENITA S. COLBERT, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4368 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3433 Keighly Road, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number S0080851/003, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Benita S. Colbert. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, BENITA S. COLBERT, upon information and belief deceased, or her/his heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that ONEMAIN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC fka AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICE (DE), Inc, an entity listed as inactive in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, Beneficiary of a Credit Line Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 05-37918 on October 31, 2005, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that B E N I TA S . C O L B E R T, ONEMAIN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC fka AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICE (DE), Inc, an entity listed as inactive in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, Beneficiary of a Credit Line Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 0537918 on October 31, 2005, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. LARRY REED, SR, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-3786 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2934 Northumberland Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, Tax Map Number N000-0860/004, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Larry Reed, Sr. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, LARRY REED, SR, is not a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and has not filed a response to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that LARRY REED, SR, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Continued on next page

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K.C. Jones, who won Olympic, NCAA and NBA championships, dies at 88 By Fred Jeter

K.C. Jones and the word “winner” were always synonymous. Mr. Jones, who helped his various basketball teams win an Olympic gold medal, two NCAA titles and 12 NBA crowns as both a player and a coach, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2020, at an assisted living facility in Connecticut. Mr. Jones, who had Alzheimer’s disease, was 88. The 6-foot-1 native of Taylor, Texas, was a brilliant defensive player, a solid scorer and will forever be linked to his close friend and teammate Bill Russell. Mr. Jones and Mr. Russell led the University of San Francisco to 1955 and 1956 NCAA championships while, at one point, winning 55 straight games. While playing for the Dons, the two pioneered the lob pass and dunk that came to be known as the “alley oop.”

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Mr. Jones and the 6-foot-9 Russell then took their talents to the 1956 Summer Olympic Games in Melbourne, Australia, where they played for the U.S. Olympic basketball team, winning the gold medal with an 89-55 rout over the Soviet Union in the finals. The next assignment for the two players was in the NBA, where they played with the Boston Celtics. Under Coach Red Auerbach, the Celtics went on to win 11 NBA titles in 13 seasons. Mr. Jones was a key element in eight of those championships from 1959 to 1966 during his playing career. He scored 5,011 points, grabbed 2,399 rebounds and passed for 2,908 assists as a member of the Celtics. He was a quick, tenacious defender on the perimeter, knowing that teammate Russell, an elite shot blocker, had his back closer to the hoop. Following retirement as a player, Mr. Jones quickly transitioned into coaching, starting in 1967 at Brandeis University near Boston. Mr. Jones

was an assistant coach for NBA champions in Los Angeles and Boston before becoming a head coach, and later was the head coach in the NBA for Washington, Boston and Seattle. As a head coach, he led the Celtics to the 1984 and 1986 NBA crowns and posted an overall NBA coaching record of 552-252. He was selected as the coach for the Eastern team for the NBA All-Star Game on five occasions. His No. 4 jersey at the University of San Francisco and No. 25 jersey for the Boston Celtics have been retired. Mr. Jones was named to both the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame. He is among a select few athletes to win the “Triple Crown of basketball,” meaning NCAA, Olympic and NBA championships. Wherever he went, victory followed.

NBA’s biggest winners Following is the list of players with the most NBA championships, along with seasons played: K.C. Jones, on the right in both photos, with his longtime friend and teammate Bill Russell during their college days playing for the University of San Francisco and long after their retirement from the Boston Celtics.

Titles Seasons Bill Russell 11 13 Sam Jones 10 12 Tom Heinsohn 8 9 K.C. Jones 8 9 Satch Sanders 8 13 John Havlicek 8 16 Jim Loscutoff 7 9 Frank Ramsey 7 9 Robert Horry 7 16 All players starred with the Boston Celtics except for Horry, who helped win championships with Houston, the Los Angeles Lakers and San Antonio.

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Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, INC, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-5070 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 316 German School Road, Tax Map Number C005-0963/034, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Know Him For Yourself Ministries, Inc. An Affidavit having been filed that JEANETTE JOHNSON, Registered Agent for KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, INC, has not been located and has filed a response to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that JEANETTE JOHNSON, Registered Agent for KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, INC, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. GLORIA J. TANNER, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4612 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 5513 Chesterfield Drive, Tax Map Number C008-0252/034, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Gloria J. Tanner. An Affidavit having been filed that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in Continued on next column

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interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

INC, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-5071 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 320 German School Road, Tax Map Number C005-0963/032, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Know Him For Yourself Ministries, Inc. An Affidavit having been filed that JEANETTE JOHNSON, Registered Agent for KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, INC, has not been located and has filed a response to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that JEANETTE JOHNSON, Registered Agent for KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, INC, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that RICHMOND COMMUNITY DEVE L O P M E N T CORPORATION, an entity listed as inactive in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949

Disputed Property as the heirs at law of Matthew James Hammond. IT IS HEREBY: ORDERED that the Unknown Heirs of Matthew J. Hammond and Parties Unknown come forward and appear in this Court on or before January 28, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. and take such steps as may be necessary to protect their interests in this matter and the Disputed Property. Edward E. Bagnell, Jr. (VSB No. 74647) Email: ebagnell@spottsfain.com Clay S. Hester (VSB No. 93051) Email: chester@spottsfain.com Spotts Fain P.C. 411 East Franklin Street, Ste. 600 Richmond, VA 23219 Telephone: (804) 697-2000 Facsimile: (804) 697-2100 Counsel for Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority

and contracts by way of UCC number above. Further, any or all documents tendered to me, lacking bona fide wet ink signatures or dates per title 18 U.S.C.A. § 513514, are counterfeit security instruments causing you to be liable in your corporate and individual capacity by fraudulent conveyance now and forevermore. The free exercise clause of the First Amendment with my Indigenous Native American religious practices is in accordance with The American Indian Religious Freedom Act of 1978 and the AMERICAN DECLARATION ON THE RIGHTS OF INDIGENOUS PEOPLES, Articles VIII, IX, XVI, and XVIII; and under the federally enacted RFRA, the laws of the land and natural law. I am protected from government burden and interference from freely exercising my Native religion stated above and in the by-laws of my foreign governing unincorporated religious assemblies (508©(1) (a) FOB) Trust, “Article VI ®(s). In accord with the provisions set forth in Title 8 U.S.C.A. § 1481, I am NOT a 14 Amendment Citizen subject to State jurisdiction (28 U.S. Code § 1603-4) or commercial statutes and codes. It is a fact that the only jurisdictions that I recognize, acknowledge, and validate

as an American National are tribal and ecclesiastical. See 18 U.S.C. § 1151, Public Law 97-280 (96 Stat.1211) of 1982, 28 U.S.C. § 1738 and 18 U.S.C. § 2265. It is settled law that State courts have no jurisdiction over Indians or Indian affairs. Williams v. Lee, 358 U.S. 217 (1959); Rice v. Olson, 324 U.S. 786 (1945); Worcester v. Georgia, 31 U.S. (6 Pet.) 5151 (1832); ex parte Young, 209 U.S. 128 (1908); Edelman v. Jordan, 415 U.S. 650 (1974). Notice to ALL AGENTS, ACTORS, PUBLIC OFFICERS and OFFICIALS of the United States, should you move against me in defiance of this presentment, there is no immunity from prosecution (18 U.S. Code § 1951). Please be advised ignorance of law is no excuse, you will be invoiced and charged (18 U.S. Code § 3571) according to my Injunction and attached Fee Schedule on file with the State of Virginia and Richmond City Recorders Office. Before the above property can be seized, surrendered, conveyed, disposed of or otherwise removed from debtor ’s possession, secured party must be satisfied in full by way of Security Agreement at $100,000,000,000.00 billion united states dollars. If the dollar bill extinct, all charges will be in lawful money (gold and silver coins) and/or digital currency.

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. JOAN MARIE MARTIN, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4778 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 4706 Lindlaw Avenue, Tax Map Number S009-0502/008, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Joan Marie Martin. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, JOAN MARIE MARTIN, upon information and belief deceased, or her heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that SHARON HORSTKAMP, Registered Agent for MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, Beneficiary of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 03-10549 on March 27, 2003, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that JOAN MARIE MARTIN, upon information and belief deceased, or her heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, SHARON HORSTKAMP, Registered Agent for MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC, Beneficiary of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 03-10549 on March 27, 2003, and Parties Unknown, come Continued on next column

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. IMANI INTERGENERATIONAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, INC, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-4736 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1606 Hull Street, Tax Map Number S000-0196/005 Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Imani Intergenerational Community Development Corporation, Inc. An Affidavit having been filed that GLORY, LLC, cograntor of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 9621924 on October 18, 1996, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action, and that any heirs, devisees, assignees, successors in interest, successors in title and/or any creditors with a current or future interest in said property, have not been identified and/ or served despite diligent efforts to do so and are defendants to this suit by the general description of “Parties Unknown.” IT IS ORDERED that GLORY, LLC, co-grantor of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 9621924 on October 18, 1996, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before FEBRUARY 11, 2021 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Edward F. Jewett, Clerk Gregory A. Lukanuski, Esq. City of Richmond, Office of the City Attorney 900 E. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23219 804-646-7949 VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. KNOW HIM FOR YOURSELF MINISTRIES, Continued on next column

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. RICHMOND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL20-5486 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the properties briefly described as 2613 Lincoln Alley, Tax Map Number E000-0475/040, 2621 Lincoln Alley, Tax Map Number E0000475/041, and 2621A Lincoln Alley, Tax Map Number E000-0475/042, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, RICHMOND COMMUNITY DEVE L O P M E N T CORPORATION. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, RICHMOND COMMUNITY DEVE L O P M E N T CORPORATION, an entity listed as inactive in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, has not been located and has not filed a response

V I R G I N I A: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND RICHMOND REDEVELOPMENT & HOUSING AUTHORITY, Plaintiff, v. UNKNOWN HEIRS OF MATTHEW JAMES HAMMOND, and PARTIES UNKNOWN, Defendants. Case No. CL20-5661-4 ORDER OF PUBLICATION TO: U N K N O W N H E I R S O F M AT T H E W JAMES HAMMOND & PARTIES UNKNOWN WHEREAS the Plaintiff, Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority has filed a Complaint asserting claims in ejectment and for quiet title seeking to establish that it holds fee simple title to a 0.121 acre parcel of real property lying in the City of Richmond and fronting 50 feet on the southwesterly line of Selden Street, being a portion of the property now occupied by the Anna Julia Cooper Episcopal School located at 2124 N. 29th Street, Richmond, Virginia 23223 (the “Disputed Property”), and being the same property conveyed to Matthew James Hammond and Signora Hammond, by Deed dated March 10, 1947 from Board of County Supervisors of Henrico County recorded in Deed Book 493-A, page 277, and that it has acquired by adverse possession the 1/3 undivided interest in the Disputed Property that may be claimed by the Unknown Heirs of Matthew James Hammond or Parties Unknown. WHEREAS the Complaint filed in this action states that the Defendants, the Unknown Heirs of Matthew J. Hammond and Parties Unknown, described generally in the Complaint as Parties Unknown, may have a onethird undivided interest in the

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BIDS COUNTY OF HENRICO, VIRGINIA CONSTRUCTION BID ITB #20-2097-12EAR Water Treatment Facility - Washwater Pumps VFD Replacement Due: January 20, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. For additional information visit: https://henrico.us/ finance/divisions/purchasing/ solicitations/

TRUST Name: Kay Edo Jungle The address of the known place of business is: c/o PO Box I45 Sandston VA [23150] Note: I, Kay Edo of the Jungle family under General Law, come forth as executor public and private for ens legis KAY EDO JUNGLE (trademarked and copyrighted), ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, and cannot be used without my written consent (15 U.S. Code § 1114). Infringers will be fined one million united states dollars according to my Fee Schedule on file with the State of Virginia. The original known place is Henrico Doctors, 1602 Skipwith Rd, 23229. The agent for this entity is an Aboriginal American National; autochthonous living flesh and blood natural man protected under the Constitution. All rights and titles have been released to a foreign Trust (26 CFR § 301.7701-7) (26 U.S. Code § 7701) as the new secured party by way of UCC-1 Filing #20201214032550 with the Virginia Secretary of State. I, Kay Edo Jungle, is a Yamasee/ Yamasih and Cherokee/ Sharakhi Aboriginal Native Indian sojourning upon the soil of the land of North America and exempt from levy; all debt is obligated to the United States (18 U.S. Code § 8). I have signed contracts without understanding in the past, but now nunc pro tunc, I have rescinded all signatures (12 CFR § 226.23) Continued on next column

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