Richmond Free Press June 16-18, 2022 edition by Richmond Free Press

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Plans to house the homeless in Shockoe Valley disappear By Jeremy Lazarus

Left, Mayor Levar M. Stoney takes part in unveiling a new state historic marker for the Shockoe Hill Burying Ground, the long forgotten public cemetery for 22,000 Black people at 1305 N. 5th St. at the entry to Highland Park. Joining the mayor at the Sunday afternoon ceremony are Ana F. Edwards of the Sacred Ground Historical Reclamation Project, left, and Lenora C. McQueen, a Texas resident who has led a four-year fight to preserve and protect the burial ground where relatives are buried and who has pushed for the cemetery’s recognition and designation as a national historic site. Below left, Ms. McQueen proudly stands in front of the new marker that she successfully lobbied the state Department of Historic Resources to install. Below, the choir from Swansboro Elementary performs at the cemetery. The city opened the cemetery in 1816 as the last resting place for slaves and free Black people, and offered burials there until 1879. Now considered the largest municipal cemetery for Black people in the country, the 30-acre burying ground was promptly forgotten, with the city selling off pieces while allowing railroad tracks and highways to be run through the gravesite. The city recently repurchased 1.5 acres, and on Monday night, City Council incorporated the cemetery into plans for a slavery memorial and museum that are to be developed next to Main Street Station.

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Plans for a year-round shelter open around the clock for the homeless have suddenly evaporated seven months after being announced. Commonwealth Catholic Charities, which secured city support to add a 75-bed inclement weather operation to be used as a housing resource center at 809 OliMs. Lynch ver Hill Way, has dropped its plans for developing the expanded space. CCC Marketing Manager Katie Dillon on Tuesday confirmed in response to a Free Press query that the project to provide a place for the unsheltered to stay during the high heat of Richmond summers, the freezing cold of winter and drenching storms has been dropped. “Last week, we informed city staff that CCC cannot proceed with the development of the inclement weather shelter at our Oliver Hill Way location,” Ms. Dillon explained in an email. “The project simply faced too many challenges resulting in significant and extended delays,” she continued. “Despite our very best efforts, substantial staff time and financial resources, the setbacks made it impossible to complete the Please turn to A4

New RPS teachers to earn $51,182 annually; bus drivers will earn $23 per hour By Jeremy Lazarus

Starting pay for Richmond schoolteachers will top $50,000 for the first time after July 1. At the same time, bus operators, still in short supply, will see their wages jump to $23 an hour, with newly hired drivers with commercial driving licenses receiving a $3,500 hiring bonus as well. Those were part of salary changes that the Richmond School Board approved at a special meeting Tuesday night along with a finalized budget for the

2022-23 fiscal year that also begins next month. With wages across the board rising 5 percent, the starting pay for a new teacher with no experience was set at $51,182, effective with the start of the school year, up from around $48,600 this year, and rising with each year’s experiMr. Kamras ence on the 48-step scale. Superintendent Jason Kamras, who disclosed

earlier Tuesday that he had tested positive for COVID-19 despite having been vaccinated and receiving booster shoots, participated virtually in the meeting, which two members, Liz Doerr, 1st District, and Kenya Gibson, 3rd District, did not attend in person or online. “Fortunately, and almost certainly due to my vaccination,” Mr. Kamras wrote in the daily RPS Direct email “my symptoms are relatively mild – low fever,

A new lawsuit seeking to force new elections for the House of Delegates this November is on the fast track. But it will take at least 30 days to gain a decision, making it dicey as to whether there will still be time for the court process to be completed in time to hold a vote. U.S. District Judge David J. Novak Monday set the aggressive schedule at a hearing Monday that included the plaintiff, political journalist and author Jeffrey “Jeff” Thomas Jr., and lawyers representing the defendants, the State Board of Elections. Judge Novak ordered both sides

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Divertido y feliz = happy and fun Asia Anthony was among the La Palma dance group’s energetic performers during Saturday’s ¿Qué Pasa? Festival in Shockoe Slip. The Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sponsors the festival to showcase the diversity and beauty of Hispanic and Latin American cultures. The festival was canceled for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. More photos on B5.

to provide briefs and responses by the second week of July. The hearing came a week after a three-judge panel that Judge Novak led dismissed the first lawsuit filed by political strategist Paul Goldman of Richmond. In a reversal, Mr. Goldman has decided to appeal the panel’s judgment that he does not have standing, or the legal right to bring the case. He submitted his notice of appeal this week in part as a response to the panel’s finding that he had some responsibility for the lengthy delay in hearing his case. He called that finding “completely inaccurate” and described his notice as an opportunity

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A leadership change appears to be in the works for the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond, though it is currently shrouded in secrecy. What has been confirmed is that Dr. Marland Buckner Jr., who was named interim executive director after the death of Adele C. Johnson in April 2021, has stepped down after Please turn to A4

Dr. Buckner

Gun buyback is on track By Jeremy Lazarus

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to “correct the record.” Mr. Goldman brought the suit to uphold voting rights of Virginia citizens and enforce the requirements of the Virginia Constitution over the opposition from the Attorney General’s Office. At this point, there is near silence among elected officials and voting rights advocates over this new effort. Mr. Thomas has not issued a public statement, nor has Attorney General Jason S. Miyares, who has hired outside counsel to defend the state elections officials. Mr. Goldman is skeptical that elec-

Richmond is on track to sponsor its first gun buyback program — despite substantial evidence that such programs are largely public relations gimmicks that do not affect gun violence. Monday night, City Council voted 9-0 to approve the request of Mayor Levar M. Stoney to run a guy buyback program as part of initiatives to help quell the surge of shootings and killings mostly plaguing poor neighborhoods. Five of the nine members signed on as co-sponsors June 6 when council held a special meeting to introduce the legislation and fast-track it for passage. Among the most enthusiastic is 3rd District Councilwoman

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Federal court issues July deadline for new elections lawsuit By Jeremy Lazarus

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Free COVID-19 testing, vaccines Free community testing for COVID-19 continues. The Richmond and Henrico County health districts are offering testing at the following locations: • Wednesday, June 22, 8 to 10 a.m. - East Henrico Recreation Center Pavilion, 1440 N Laburnum Ave. • Thursday, June 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. - Neighborhood Resource Center, 1519 Williamsburg Road. Call the Richmond and Henrico COVID-19 Hotline at (804) 205-3501 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday for more information on testing sites, or go online at vax.rchd.com. The Virginia Department of Health also has a list of COVID-

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Juneteenth 2022 closings In observance of Juneteenth on Monday, June 20, please note the following: Government offices City of Richmond offices: Closed. Henrico County offices: Closed. Chesterfield County offices: Closed. State offices: Closed. Federal offices: Closed. Public schools Richmond and Henrico and Chesterfield County public schools: Closed. Courts Richmond, Henrico County and Chesterfield County courts: Closed. Public libraries Richmond Public Library: Closed. Henrico County and Chesterfield Public Library: Closed. Library of Virginia: Closed. CVWMA trash pickup and recycling: Regular pickup Monday, June 20.

Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles customer service centers: Closed. ABC stores: Regular business hours. U.S. Postal Service: No mail or package delivery. Banks and financial institutions: Closed. M a l l s , m a j o r r e t a i l e rs and movie theaters: Varies. Inquire at specific locations. GRTC: GRTC buses will operate on their regular schedules Sunday, June 19 and Monday, June 20. The Administrative Office will be closed to the public Monday, with no lost and found appointments that d ay. G RT C ’s C u s t o m e r Ser vice Call Center will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday. Free Press offices: Closed.

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Located along Richmond’s downtown riverfront, the Canal Walk routinely attracts residents and visitors who enjoy biking, walking and sightseeing. Stretching 1.25 miles along the James River and Kanawha and Haxall Canals, the walk has access points at nearly every block between 5th and 17th streets.

A helping hand is just a call away Poor People’s campaign in Washington to highlight low-wage earners By Jeremy Lazarus

Need help with housing or utility costs? Want to learn about child care options? Looking for employment? So many people say they don’t know where to start to get the answers they need. Good news. The information you need or want is just a phone call or computer search away. And it is all free. Richmond now has dueling services — 211 Virginia and Help1RVA— eager to let you know what is available and how to connect. 211 Virginia is the state-supported service that began as an area United Way information and referral service and went statewide in 2006. It’s as close as dialing 2-1-1 on any landline or cell phone. Or you can bring it up on your computer by putting 211 Virginia into your computer or your cell phone’s search engine. Or you can text the word Connect to 247211. By entering your ZIP code online or providing it to the operator or through text, you can learn about every program and service available to help meet your needs—ranging from basics like food, clothing and shelter to physical and mental health resources, employment searches, support and initiatives, programs for seniors, children, youth, families and the disabled as well as volunteer opportunities. Help1RVA does the same thing, though it only available online and focuses on services in the city and neighboring localities. City Hall launched it in 2020 through its RVAStrong website initially as a way to help families find childcare and other educational services and support after public schools went virtual as a result of the pandemic. It kept expanding and is now a regional information directory under the YMCA umbrella. Just like 211, your ZIP code provides access to all the listings on Help1RVA.org to find assistance with food, clothing, shelter, transportation, housing and employment. Help1RVA also provides a form online that allows you to submit your request and get contact with a person within 48 hours who can provide information directly. U.S. Rep. A. Donald McEachin is now trying to get federal dollars back Help1RVA’s efforts to become the region’s primary social needs information service. The funding he is seeking would enable YMCA to continue to be the backbone of Help1RVA and allow the City of Richmond to spend money on consultants to improve the program.

Correction Antoinette Louise Best Dickerson was only married to James G. “Jeff” Dickerson III, who predeceased her. Mrs. Dickerson’s marital status was incorrectly stated in her obit that the Free Press published in the June 9-11 edition. The Free Press regrets the error.

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Is the country in a moral, economic and political crisis for ignoring people living on the financial margin? The Rev. William J. Barber II, an outspoken civil rights advocate from North Carolina, thinks so. That’s why during the Juneteenth holiday weekend, he and others are staging in Washington what they hope will be a major rally that will attract tens of thousands ready and willing to work for change. The rally is dubbed the Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March. It is scheduled to take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, at 3rd Street and Pennsylvania Avenue near the U.S. Capitol. The in-person rally is a key element

of the Poor People’s Campaign that Rev. Barber and Dr. Liz Theoharis of New York began two years ago in seeking to revive a campaign that won national attention in 1968. Rev. Barber They have crisscrossed the country organizing local and state affiliate organizations, despite the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, and held a virtual rally last year that attracted a reported 2.5 million viewers. Their goal is to build an organization of low-wage people and supporters that will advocate and use the ballot box to install representatives who will champion beneficial policies and laws. According to Rev. Barber, the need for

such organized political action is more urgent than ever. Before the pandemic started in March 2020, “there were 140 million people who were poor or one emergency away from economic ruin before the pandemic,” he notes on the campaign’s website, Poorpeoplescampaign.org. “Since March 2020, hundreds of thousands of people have died, millions are on the edge of hunger and eviction and still without health care or living wages, while billionaire wealth has grown by over $2 trillion,” his message continues. Holding the rally, he said, is a way to bring together low-wage and poor people from all backgrounds, give them a voice and enable them to “channel their pain, anger, and struggles into a force that can drive systemic political and economic change.”

VIAHA 2022 to induct new members By George Copeland Jr.

Seven notable African-American Virginians will be recognized for their work in education and other fields during the Virginia Interscholastic Association Heritage Association’s Hall of Fame awards ceremony on June 24 in Charlottesville. The seventh annual Hall of Fame induction and banquet seeks to preserve the legacy of African-American students and adults who participated in the Virginia Interscholastic Association from 1954 to 1970, along with its predecessor the Virginia Interscholastic Athletic League. VIA aided Black students who attended segregated high schools statewide, helping to guide them beyond the classroom. This year’s honorees include: • Carlton Earl Anderson, a 1965 graduate of Dunbar High School in Lynchburg, who is widely known for his acting and singing on stage and screen for “Jesus Christ Superstar,” which earned him two Golden Globe nominations and one nomination for an NAACP Image Award. • Claudius “CB” Claiborne, a 1965 graduate of Langston High School in

Danville, who led his basketball team to success. His athletic work gained him attention from the White House, and he became the first African-American basketball player at Duke University, where he also studied engineering. • James Hollins, a 1965 graduate of Jackson P. Burley High School in Charlottesville, whose work and activism has helped improve his community and keep the memory of his high school alive years after its closure in 1967. His work, along with other alumni includes building a $90,000 monument wall to Burley High’s legacy. • Thelma M. Jefferson, a 1967 graduate of the former Peabody High School in Petersburg, who is working to restore her alma mater, the first public high school established for African-Americans in Virginia. Ms. Jefferson also works with organizations to restore local schools that are no longer in use. • Paulette Walker Johnson, a 1969 graduate of Peabody High School in Petersburg, who spent 35 years coaching Virginia State University’s Woo-Woos Cheering Squad. Dr. Johnson also was VSU’s first female athletic director, was

the first president and founder of the CIAA Cheerleader Coaches Association, and was inducted into the VSU Wall of Fame in 2003 and the CIAA John B. McLendon Hall of Fame in 2011. • Gladys B. West, a 1948 graduate of Dinwiddie Training School in Dinwiddie County, is noted for her distinguished, impactful career as a mathematician. Ms. West’s work in the field, includes helping to develop a mathematical modeling of the earth’s shape, which led to the models that created GPS. • Jacob Wyche Jr., a graduate of the 1958 class of Carter G. Woodson High School in Hopewell, led the Woodson Trotters in points scored, rebounds and steals as the team’s captain during his junior and senior years. Mr. Wyche’s athletic career saw him meeting or exceeding the accomplishments others set in basketball, and he was the first student athlete to play as part of four separate championship basketball teams. The 5 p.m. banquet will take place at Charlottesville’s DoubleTree Hotel in Charlottesville. For more information, contact Jimmy Hollins, VIAHA chairman at burleyvarsityclub@gmail.com.

Welcome home, Bobby Free Press staff report

Robert “Bobby” L. Dandridge was a star long before the NBA made his name a household word. No one knew that better than Mr. Dandridge’s family, friends, fans and former teammates who were on hand for “The Bobby Dandridge Legacy Celebration” last Saturday at his alma mater, Maggie Walker High School (now the Maggie Walker Governor’s School) where he was a star in the late 1960s. Primarily organized by Howard Hopkins, the longtime Walker athletic director who is a member of the Walker Hall of Fame Committee, the public event included a proclamation from the City of Richmond as “Bobby Dandridge Day.” Mr. Dandridge took time to answer a few questions a few days after the event. How it felt being honored? “It was great. I think this is the first time in years I’ve been honored in Richmond probably since my early days in the NBA. Advice to upcoming athletes Be coachable. Be coachable and listen to your coaches moreso than your peers, or than the guys you’re hanging out with. Be coachable and remember there are at least 10,000 other guys your age who have the same goal and nothing replaces hard work or being willing to outwork the other guy. But I know that being coachable, I would put at the top of the list. Favorite part of the evening’s celebration

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Robert L. “Bobby” Dandridge is greeted by family, friends and fans during “The Bobby Dandridge Legacy Celebration” last Saturday at Maggie Walker Governor’s School. Mr. Dandridge, a Richmond native and now a Norfolk resident, stands at left, with his youngest fans, 4-year-old twins, Jru and Jre Hargrove, both of Richmond. They were attending the event with their godmother, Adrienne Milford of Richmond.

Seeing the grandsons of one of my best friends who recently passed, Skip Harvey. His wife took the time to bring their grandsons, who were probably too young to realize the significance of my accomplishments, but to have them come out and to acknowledge me and to spend time, that was real special. Also to see some of my family members, especially guys that led the way for me and who influenced me as far as basketball in Richmond. For them to take the time to come

out and to spend time with me… that was just a real special evening and to have it done at Maggie L. Walker’s school was even more special, because that was where I really began to realize, and other folks began to realize, that I had some potential to be a good player, and to also walk the halls and reminisce about some of the teachers such as Mr. Williams, Ms. Cannon, Coach Johnson, and to just reminisce about the days of being at Maggie Walker. Interview conducted by George Copeland Jr.

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project in time for winter.” Ms. Dillon stated that CCC has released the remaining portion of the $1.76 million in federal funds that Mayor Levar M. Stoney and City Council had set aside for the project while also adding that CCC remains “deeply committed to assisting unsheltered individuals and grateful for our ongoing partnership with the city and the Greater Richmond Continuum of Care,” an umbrella planning group for homeless services organizations. Mayor Stoney and administration officials, including Reginald E. Gordon, who oversees human services operations, have not publicly announced the CCC decision and did not respond to Free Press inquiries. In discussions with council in recent months, the Stoney administration did not indicate there were any backup plans in place in case this development fell through. Back in October, 5th District Councilwoman Stephanie A. Lynch had greeted the CCC’s plan with enthusiasm, calling it the end of a “long hard-fought battle.” Ms. Lynch, who chairs the council’s Education and Human Services Committee and has been a leader in pushing for a yearround shelter, called it “disappointing and frustrating” that the promised CCC shelter will not materialize. Still, she said that she and other council members are not completely surprised the shelter agreement with the city fell apart as the Oct. 1 deadline for providing a winter shelter begins to loom. There has been skepticism that CCC and the city could get this project “up and running in such a short amount of time, knowing that we do not own the space and it is not a public asset. If it were, it could have been done.” Ms. Lynch has pushed for Richmond to emulate Virginia

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orchestrating a deal that has helped raise the museum’s community profile. With the support of the board, Dr. Buckner arranged for his museum to become the owner of the city’s Confederate statues as well as the state’s Robert E. Lee statue and to team with The Valentine to determine their fate, though the mechanics of planned community conversations are still in development. The departure of Dr. Buckner, who runs a public policy consulting firm with his wife, Melody Barnes, a former White House domestic policy adviser, had agreed to serve until the board named a permanent director. His departure appears to hint that an announcement may be imminent. However, the board’s chair, Dr. Monroe E. Harris Jr., and other members as well as the museum’s staff were staying tight-lipped.

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19 testing locations around the state at www.vdh.virginia. gov/coronavirus/covid-19-testing/covid-19-testing-sites. Want a COVID-19 vaccine or booster shot? The Richmond and Henrico health districts are offering free walk-up COVID-19 vaccines at the following locations: • Tuesday, June 21, 9 a.m. to Noon - Henrico East Health Department, 1400 N. Laburnum Ave., Pfizer and Moderna; 1 to 4 p.m. - Gilpin Resource Center Anniversary Celebration, 436 Calhoun St. Suite 105, Pfizer and Moderna. • Wednesday, June 22, 9 a.m. to Noon - Henrico West Headquarters, 8600 Dixon Powers Drive, Pfizer and Moderna. • Thursday, June 23, 1 to 4 p.m. - Richmond Henrico Health District, 400 E. Cary St., Pfizer and Moderna. Children ages 5 to 17 may only receive the Pfizer vaccine. Vaccinations and booster shots are available for all eligible on a walk-in basis. People still may schedule an appointment online at vaccinate.virginia.gov or vax.rchd.com, or by calling (804) 205-3501 or (877) VAX-IN-VA (1-877-829-4682). VaccineFinder.org and vaccines.gov also allow people to find nearby pharmacies and clinics that offer the COVID-19 vaccine and booster. Those who are getting a booster shot should bring their vaccine card to confirm the date and type of vaccine received. RHHD also offers at-home vaccinations by calling (804) 205-3501 to schedule appointments. New COVID-19 cases in Virginia increased by one percent last week, according to the Virginia Department of Health, while data from the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association showed a one percent decrease in hospitalizations statewide within the same period. As of last Thursday, Hanover has again reached high levels of community COVID-19, rejoining Richmond and the counties of Chesterfield and Henrico in this category. An advisory panel within the Food and Drug Administration began the process to determine if Pfizer and Moderna’s vaccines are safe for children under the age of five Wednesday. The discussion came a day after the same FDA panel unanimously approved the Moderna vaccine for children ages six to 17 years old. That approval still needs to be authorized by the larger FDA authority. A total of 2,704 new cases of COVID-19 were reported statewide Wednesday for the 24-hour period, contributing to an overall state total of 1,830,122 cases in Virginia since the pandemic’s outbreak. As of Wednesday, there have been 451,938 hospitalizations and 20,448 deaths statewide. The state’s seven-day positivity rate dropped to 17.9 percent on Wednesday. Last week, the positivity rate was 18.8 percent. On Tuesday, state health officials reported that 73.9 percent of the state’s population has been fully vaccinated, while 82.4 percent have received at least one dose of the vaccine. State data also showed that over 3.1 million people in Virginia have received booster shots or third doses of the vaccine. Among those ages 5 to 11 in Virginia, 321,550 have received their first shots as of Monday, accounting for 44.4 percent of the age group in the state, while 274,966 children, or 37.9 percent, are fully vaccinated and 15,823 children have received a third vaccine dose or booster, making up 2.2 percent of that age group. As of Wednesday, fewer than 153,130 cases, 905 hospitalizations and 11 deaths have been recorded among children in the state. State data also shows that African-Americans comprised 22 percent of cases statewide and 23.2 percent of deaths for which ethnic and racial data is available, while Latinos made up 11.6 percent of cases and 5.1 percent of deaths. Reported COVID-19 data as of Wednesday, June 15, 2022 Cases Hospitalizations Deaths 48,977 1,118 512 Richmond Henrico County 71,726 1,497 943 Chesterfield County 79,923 1,473 765 Hanover County 23,483 720 287

Beach in offering a one-stop shop that could provide information, counseling and other services along with shelter, a big step up from the current Richmond operation that provides only an overnight shelter during the winter to keep unsheltered people from freezing to death. Creation of a year-round shelter running 24/7 is one element of the city’s homeless strategic plan that the administration developed with Homeward, the coordinating agency for nonprofit shelter agencies, and that the council approved more than two years ago. The council also adopted a Lynch-sponsored resolution in 2020 that pressed the administration to develop a year-round operation as a backstop for people who might face eviction, lose jobs or face other challenges that would cost them their residences. CCC has operated the winter shelter for the city for the past few years. A council policy requires the city to provide an overflow space when the temperature, along with wind chill, are forecast to be 40 degrees or below, to ensure a safe place when other private shelter beds are full. Last winter, the shelter was housed at the Quality Inn on Arthur Ashe Boulevard. That was supposed to be temporary after CCC agreed to dramatically increase the services and shelter it could provide at its Oliver Hill Way location – even though 75 beds would have fallen far short of the need. On a given winter night, 110 to 150 people slept nightly in the Quality Inn’s conference room space.

With CCC out of the picture, Ms. Lynch she hopes “we can find a permanent solution so we do not have to keep kicking this can down the road. “Our point of entry and homeless services system is only as strong as our provider partners,” she said. “We can and should support them by doing our fair share through helping to fund services and providing space for them to operate.” In her view, a year-round service space with shelter is needed more than ever. “We are facing a perfect storm of conditions that could ultimately lead to a significant increase in the number of individuals and families on the street. That includes the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, the surging inflation in food and fuel prices, the rise in housing costs and the prospects of a jump in evictions for people who can no longer receive government rent relief, she said. Those challenges could end up being reflected in a fresh tide of homeless people, she said. Ms. Lynch noted that the homeless count taken every six months in this area shows an increase in individuals and families on the street. “Against the backdrop of record state and local budget surpluses,” she said, “that increase is an indicator that we are living in a moral and social hypocrisy. We cannot absolve ourselves or turn our heads from the humanitarian crisis that is developing in our own backyard.”

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sore throat, fatigue.” Still, he continued, the infection meant that he would not attend any of the high school graduation ceremonies this week and was limited to extending written good wishes to the graduates. At the meeting, the seven members unanimously approved a record $555.29 million spending plan for RPS for the 2022-23 fiscal year, which also includes a record $200 million contribution from city taxpayers. The total includes a $353 million operating budget, plus about $201 million

in special fund money for Head Start and other programs. The final package included adjustments to account for an additional $1.2 million reduction in state support. Overall, state support for operations fell by $8 million, according to the budget, due to rising real estate values that impact the state’s education funding formula and an enrollment that has drooped to 19,425 K-12 students as of March 30. The reported total of K-12 students enrolled on that date represents a decline of nearly 8 percent from most recent peak enrollment of 21,958 K-12 students

reported on the same day, March 30, seven years earlier. This is the first year Richmond and other school divisions are feeling the impact on state funding from enrollment changes. While state support for operations shrank, Richmond Public Schools is on track to receive $4.5 million to spend on improvements to school buildings. With the city’s contribution to school maintenance reduced to $2.5 million in 202234, the state support will enable RPS to complete a chunk of work orders that it has been unable to afford to address, Mr. Kamras said.

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tions could be held even if Mr. Thomas, and others who may seek to join his lawsuit, wins a favorable decision from Judge Novak. In Mr. Goldman’s view, appeals could stretch the case past the deadlines for holding primaries and starting early voting, though many of those who would run

have already announced for the scheduled 2023 House elections. New House elections are supposed to be held, according to the constitution, after the results of the 10-year census lead to boundary changes that provide 100 House districts of relatively equal populations. The 2020 Census data was delayed, leading to the former districts being used

for the 2021 elections. New districts were put in place in December 2021 based on updated census figures, leading to abolition of the districts that the current House members represent. Both Mr. Goldman and Mr. Thomas argue elections should be held this year to allow voters to elect representatives from the new districts.

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Ann-Frances Lambert. “I am a strong proponent,” she told her colleagues during the informal session prior to the meeting. “I am for anything that gets guns off the street.” Council Vice President Ellen F. Robertson, despite casting a vote for the program, expressed skepticism about undertaking the initiative earlier during informal session. “If this were successful, we would do it all the time,” the council veteran said. She recalled years earlier council advancing and then withdrawing a plan for such a program after being told it would have little effect on crime or violence. Dr. Michael J. Jones, 9th District, said during the informal session that “one more gun off the street is a good thing,” but counseled his colleagues that it was likely that the program “would collect a lot of garbage guns” people are trying to get rid of but that have no connection to violence. The Stoney administration, which has earmarked $500,000 in federal funds for gun buybacks, is planning to spend about $83,000 on the first. Lincoln Saunders, the city’s chief administrative officer, said the plan is to provide those submitting guns gift cards of various values depending on the type of weapon: $250 for a semiautomatic assault rifle, $200 for other types of operable guns and $25 for nonfunctional weapons. No questions will be asked.

He said that the city was working with the California-based Robby Poblete Foundation to set up the program. No date has yet been scheduled. The foundation is the creation of Pati Navalta, who named it for her son who was slain in 2014. Operating on $300,000 or less a year, the tiny foundation has made gun buybacks a main element of its limited work. The foundation reports on its website that it previously staged four such programs since 2017, with three in California localities, including San Francisco, and one Augusta, Ga., with a total collection of 1,354 guns. There is no reported evidence that any of the cities experienced any decline in crime or shootings as a result of the foundation’s work. Most criminal justice experts regard such programs, which originated in Baltimore in 1974, as a waste of money. One expert, Dr. Gary J. Wintemute, has labeled gun buyback programs that are disconnected from a comprehensive violence reduction strategy as “the triumph of wishful thinking over all available evidence.” His view was validated in a 2021 study that found no impact on violence from 350 gun buyback programs held between 1991 and 2015 in cities across the country. The study, released through the National Bureau of Economic Research in Cambridge, Mass., instead found that that those communities that did hold the

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programs actually experienced “a small increase in gun crimes” after the programs concluded, with the uptick ranging from 3 to 5 percent. That finding is based on the study’s review of 24 years of data from the National Incident Based Reporting System. That is what happened in Baltimore 48 years ago after the city hosted the first program. The city reported collecting more than 10,000 firearms and then reported a 5 percent increase in crimes involving firearms after the program ended, according to follow-up review of the program. According to the 2021 study, two decades of separate data from the National Vital Statistics System, which collects reports on deaths, provided “no evidence that gun buyback programs affected suicides or homicides” in the communities that have run such programs. “We conclude that gun buyback programs are an ineffective policy strategy to reduce gun violence,” the researchers stated, because the firearm purchase prices are usually set too low to reduce the supply of weapons; most of those turning in firearms live in areas of low crime risk; and most of the weapons are older and in poorer condition. Buyback programs do well to collect 1,000 weapons, an almost unnoticeable number in a country where private citizens already own an estimated 390 million guns and in which gun manufacturers produce 9 million additional guns each year.

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Richmond Public Schools’ Class of 2022 started high school two years before the COVID-19 pandemic and spent part of the last two years as virtual learners. Now equipped with perseverance and resilience, these new graduates are primed for their next chapter. During John Marshall High School’s 141st commencement ceremony on Monday at The Diamond, graduates Ayana Hukeless, left, Trinity Franklin, center, and senior class president, Essence Staten-

Jones are all smiles after receiving their diplomas. The young women plan to continue their education, with Ayana enrolling at Reynolds Community College, Trinity heading to Old Dominion University, and Essence attending North Carolina A&T. Below left, excited family and friends share their pride in seeing John Marshall High School’s newest graduates march across the stage. At right,Champaine Diamond Denise Glover covers her eyes in tears as she is embraced by Monica Murray, John Marshall High School’s principal, while accepting her diploma. Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras looks on while celebrating each

student during the ceremony. On Tuesday night, Mr. Kamras reported that he was diagnosed with COVID-19. In a tweet, he wrote: “2+ yrs, I just tested positive for COVID-19 for 1st time. I’m so disappointed that I won’t be able to attend the rest of our graduations. My colleague J. Austin Brown will accept the graduates for me. To the Class of 2022, I’m SO proud of you and love you very much!”

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Public Notice Updated weight limits on Virginia bridges and culverts REQUEST FOR BIDS For Easement, Franchise, Privilege, Lease or Right Over, Under, Through, Upon and Across 1 Browns Island In the City of Richmond

In accord with state and federal law, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has imposed new or changed existing weight restrictions and installed new signage indicating the updated weight restrictions on the following bridges and culverts (structures) in Virginia within the last 30 days.

The City of Richmond is seeking bids for a non-exclusive easement over, under, through, upon, and across certain portions of the property located at 1 Browns Island for the laying, construction, operation, and maintenance of one or more lines of underground conduits and cables and all equipment, accessories, and appurtenances necessary in connection therewith for transmitting and distributing electrical service to a City site at 1 Browns Island in the city of Richmond with a certain Right of Way Agreement and subject further to all retained rights of the City of Richmond. All bids for the easement hereby offered to be granted PXVW EH VXEPLWWHG LQ ZULWLQJ WR WKH &LW\ &OHUN·V RIÀFH by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 24, 2022. Bids will be SUHVHQWHG WR WKH SUHVLGLQJ RIÀFHU RI WKH &RXQFLO RI WKH City of Richmond on Monday, June 27, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in open session and then will be presented by the SUHVLGLQJ RIÀFHU WR WKH &RXQFLO DQG EH GHDOW ZLWK DQG acted upon in the mode prescribed by law. The City of Richmond expressly reserves the right to reject any and all bids. The successful bidder shall reimburse the City for all costs incurred in connection with the advertisement of this ordinance in accordance with section 15.2-2101 of the Code of Virginia and shall post the bond required by the ordinance. $ FRS\ RI WKH IXOO WH[W RI WKH RUGLQDQFH LV RQ ÀOH LQ WKH &LW\ &OHUN·V 2IÀFH DQG WKH IXOO WH[W RI WKH RUGLQDQFH DQG 5LJKW of Way Agreement to be executed is available at:

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed banning menthol cigarettes. This rule would remove all menthol cigarettes, like Newport, from the store shelves if the rule goes into effect.

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THE PATH FORWARD: TOBACCO HARM REDUCTION There is a larger public health issue at stake: reducing the harm from smoking cigarettes (menthol and non-menthol) and how to accomplish that. Public health policy should encourage innovative and acceptable alternatives to cigarettes – and provide accurate information about them – for those adult smokers who choose not to quit. The pathway to real progress is reducing the harms from smoking in this country by ensuring access for adults to consumer-acceptable alternatives to the cigarette that may present less risk.

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Real or not Last week, Richmond Mayor Levar M. Stoney went to the top floor of City Hall to eagerly reveal the results of a secretive yearlong project led by the West Cary Group, an advertising and marketing organization. The bottom line: Richmond is a real place with real people with real stories to tell, the mayor announced. Even better, the mayor said that message is going to be delivered widely to the region, the nation and the world so that anyone who thought this was an imaginary place could eliminate that concern. In reality, that tagline is the main element of a new branding campaign on which the city is spending $450,000. That includes the development and launch. It is not clear why Richmond Real was the choice. Richmond Real does not trip off the tongue like RVA, the brand that the city and region have promoted for a decade. Mayor Stoney wanted a marketing identity that is unique to the city, but Richmond Real is not the way people would talk. “Would anyone say, ‘Hey come to Richmond Real?’” or “I live in Richmond Real.” Not likely. RVA works far better. Surprisingly, the experts who came up with Richmond Real appear to have overlooked the obvious. The logo for this campaign is a big capital R, and that could have been the basis for marketing the city as, “the Big R,” the first, the biggest and the best of the communities named Richmond that dot the country. New York is the Big Apple, Charlotte is the Queen City, Philadelphia is the City of Brotherly Love and we would be “the Big R.” Obviously, the mayor is enthusiastic about the new slogan “Richmond Real: Real people. Real places. Real stories.” As he put it, this slogan captures “all that is authentic and unique about the great city of Richmond. “ Ask yourself: Does it really capture the city’s vision and mission? Does it really send an understandable message? Is it honest, positive and passionate? On social media, much of the commentary focuses on ways the money could have been better spent solving Real Problems people are facing. The mayor also booted an opportunity to involve the community, most notably its young people. He could have turned the branding initiative into a contest, as the Richmond Flying Squirrels did in seeking a new name after arriving in Richmond. Instead of secrecy, he could have, as one critic noted, given high school students an opportunity to come up with ideas or allowed students at the Virginia Commonwealth University’s Brand Center to make it a project. While Mayor Stoney sees Richmond Real as positive, that tagline also lends itself perfectly to critical messages. For example, the Rev. Ralph Hodge of Second Baptist Church of South Side issued this message on Twitter after hearing of the campaign: “Richmond Virginia won’t be ‘REAL’ until it has REAL affordable housing, REAL equity in education, and REAL leadership.” Activist Phil Wilayto offered this view of the campaign on Facebook: “Richmond Real” – Real Poor. Real Violent. Real Racist. And a Real Waste of $450,000? In the background of this Band-Aid-on-a-gaping-wound media event, you can hear the sounds of the bulldozers destroying public housing in Creighton Court, adding Real Cruel to the mix.” Not exactly the sentiments the mayor hoped for in introducing this tagline. Asked for an opinion on Richmond Real, one council member just burst out laughing. When the laughter was over, the council member indicated that represented the view of constituents who had commented. Ahem, mayor, Richmond may be real, but this initiative appears to be fake news.

Good news LEGO Group will build its first U.S. factory producing its hugely popular plastic building blocks for children to create and build anything they can imagine in Chesterfield County. The announcement Wednesday that the Denmarkbased company has chosen the Meadowville Technology Park as the site for its projected $1 billion production facility is welcome news for the county and our region. The factory that will take up to three years to build, will be an economic shot in the arm that will have ripple effects on construction, housing and a host of other business segments will feel positive impacts. Hundreds of people from large and small companies will be involved in constructing the plant over the next three years, and the world’s largest toymaker then expects to create at least 1,760 good-paying jobs once the plant opens in 2025, providing a new source of employment for residents of Richmond and surrounding areas. The state government proffered just $75 million in incentives from programs created during former Gov. Ralph Northam’s tenure to help lure the company to Central Virginia. LEGO’s decision drew national and international attention, shining what current Gov. Glenn A. Youngkin called a “global spotlight on the commonwealth as the best business location in the nation. “ We congratulate all involved in securing this splendid new manufacturing addition for our area.

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Freedom then, freedom now Juneteenth is known by many names. It’s officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, but is also known as Jubilee Day, Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, and Black Independence Day. On that day we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved persons of African descent and celebrate the richness of the AfricanAmerican culture. Before (and since) Juneteenth became a federal holiday, I’ve been deeply curious about the emotions of those enslaved persons in Galveston, Texas, who listened to Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger’s announcement of General Order No. 3 proclaiming freedom for the enslaved persons of Texas on June 19, 1865. Although there are arguments related to the location of the announcement, I can imagine crowds of enslaved persons gathered at 24th and Broadway below the veranda of Ashton Villa as Maj. Gen. Granger read: “The people of Texas are informed that in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States,

all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and hired labor. The freedmen are advised to remain quietly at their present

Dr. E. Faye Williams homes and work for wages. They are informed that they will not be allowed to collect at military posts and that they will not be supported in idleness either there or elsewhere.” After the imagined euphoria subsided, I wonder if those formerly enslaved persons realized that, although freed, they had been admonished to return to where they came from. Returning from where they came, could their fates really have changed? Reflecting on my personal thoughts and emotions on June 17, 2021, I can remember the initial joy when hearing the announcement of a Juneteenth national holiday. In part, I had hoped for a renewed affirmation of the worth and humanity of African-Americans and a recognition of our integral and undeniable participation in the

story of this nation. However, Congressional inaction proved this holiday to be an empty gesture. Lest we forget, on June 25, 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court held it unconstitutional to use the coverage formula of the Voting Rights Act to determine which jurisdictions are subject to the preclearance requirement of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act (Shelby v. Holder). The effect of the decision is that jurisdictions identified by the coverage formula no longer need to seek pre-clearance for new voting changes which supported the reemergence of racially motivated voter suppression. Lest we forget, on May 25, 2020, George Floyd, a 47-yearold African-American male was brutally murdered while in the custody of Minneapolis Police. His murder was another in a never-ending series of indiscriminate police murders of African-Americans. If not for the courage and testimony of witnessing bystanders, the murder of Mr. Floyd would have been another institutionally justified legal lynching. While creating a national holiday to commemorate an event of significance, Congress ignored and denied the most important and fundamental right and protection available to

Holding people accountable Some extremely important truth-telling is happening in Washington, D.C. right now. I know a lot of people are skeptical about Congress. Sometimes that cynicism is well earned. But the bipartisan House Select Committee investigating the plot to overturn the 2020 presidential election is doing essential good work. All of us should pay attention to the public hearings the committee is holding this month. Let’s be clear. The violent crimes that took place during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on The Capitol were not just about an angry crowd getting out of control. The people attacking the police and hunting for members of Congress and Vice President Mike Pence were part of a bigger criminal conspiracy. They were out to overturn the will of the voters who elected Joe Biden to be our president. It was an attack on our country—on you and me and everyone who turned out to vote. We believe the record reflects that the criminal conspiracy started at the very top, with former President Trump. It included members of his staff and legal team who pressured Mr. Pence to break the law, ignore his constitutional duty, and throw the country into chaos. It included members of Congress and pro-Trump political and religious leaders who continued to spread the Trump

lies about a stolen election long after the courts had rejected these false claims. And it included far right wing activists who were told their country was being stolen from them—and who planned for civil war to take it back. They answered Mr. Trump’s call to come to Washington on the

Ben Jealous day Congress would affirm Joe Biden’s victory. They gathered weapons and body armor and trained in military tactics. And they smashed their way into The Capitol. They came way too close to pulling it off. And that means some of them will try again if they are not held accountable now. That is why it is so important that Americans learn everything we can about the scheming and planning that led up to the violent attempt to prevent the peaceful transfer of power. And it is important that we remain watchful about the steps they are taking now to give them a better chance at succeeding next time. Getting the truth is the first step in holding people accountable. It will be up to the Justice Department, which has charged hundreds of people for their crimes during the insurrection, to make sure that the powerful individuals who plotted behind the scenes face the same kinds of consequences as those who rioted at The Capitol. All Americans should be grateful to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for creating the House

Select Committee. We should be grateful for the committee members and staff who have worked so hard to get at the truth in spite of stonewalling and defiance of legal subpoenas from the Trump team. Defending democracy should not be a partisan project. Republican Reps. Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger deserve credit for serving on the committee. They deserve credit for insisting that the truth come out. They deserve praise for standing up to Mr. Trump and all the gutless or unprincipled Republicans who are trying to protect Mr. Trump by sabotaging the investigation, lying about the committee, and obscuring the truth. We know that Mr. Trump’s Republicans have been plotting to undermine the committee’s work. They are counting on far right media outlets to carry their propaganda. They want to prevent Mr. Trump from being held accountable by confusing and concealing the truth. That is a threat to our future. It could lead us away from a national commitment to transferring power peacefully to election winners. It could send us further down the road, as Rep. Jamie Raskin (D. Md.) recently described, to “coups and insurrections and fascist-inspired political instability.” It’s up to all of us not to let that happen. Urge your elected officials to defend truth, accountability, democracy, and the right to cast a vote and have it counted. The writer is president of People For the American Way and a professor of practice at the University of Pennsylvania.

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African-Americans by failing to enact voter protections or justice in policing. It’s as if we were being told, “You can party, but only if you can survive.” The significance of Juneteenth to the African-American and larger community cannot be underestimated. It represents the awakening of the hopes and dreams of a people who had previously been denied both hope and dreams. It is the first new federal holiday since the King Holiday was adopted in 1983, but it must be more than just a celebration or party. It must be a vehicle for change — for improvement in the quality of life that all African-Americans can reasonably expect for meritorious achievement. The writer is a minister, United Nations Peace Ambassador and president of the Dick Gregory Society.

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The U.S. failed to take basic steps at the start of the coronavirus pandemic to prevent fraud in a federal aid program intended to help small businesses, depleting the funds and making people more vulnerable to identity theft, the chairman of a House panel examining the payouts said Tuesday. Democratic Rep. James Clyburn blamed the Trump administration for the problems in the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, overseen by the U.S. Small Business Administration, amid revelations that as much as 20 percent of the money — tens of billions of dollars — may have been awarded to fraudsters. Mr. Clyburn said the Biden administration has implemented measures to identify potential fraud and directed loan officers to address indications of fraud before approving loans, while Congress has invested in fraud prevention and accountability. Rep. Steve Scalise, the No. 2 House Republican, said the Trump administration and

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House Majority Whip Jim C ly bu r n a dd r e s s e s t h e South Carolina Democratic Party convention June 11 in Columbia, S.C.

Congress worked together at the beginning of the pandemic, when uncertainty was rampant and much of the economy was locked down, to deliver “much needed relief as fast as we could to help save as many jobs as we could” and prevent the economy from crashing. Mr. Scalise, R-La., said Democrats are undermining the successes, and he asked why the

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House coronavirus panel Mr. Clyburn chairs wasn’t looking into the enhanced unemployment insurance program that was plagued by “egregious and unprecedented fraud” and is a “leading contributor” to the high inflation rates. “I hope that in our oversight of pandemic programs, my Democratic colleagues will be able to recognize the difference between what was needed to save the economy during an unprecedented pandemic versus pushing a partisan, inflationinducing agenda,” he said. Mr. Clyburn, of South Carolina, said the subcommittee will determine what more must be done to bring perpetrators of fraud to justice and how to protect future emergency programs. Mr. Clyburn said he supports extending the statute of limitations for this kind of fraud case

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VUU, Hampton and NSU on tap for Chris Paul events Virginia schools will be on full display at the second annual Chris Paul HBCU basketball events this coming season. Vi r g i n i a U n i o n w i l l p l a y i n the Chris Paul Boost Mobile HBCU Tip-off, Nov. 15-16, at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. Meanwhile, Hampton University and Norfolk State will compete in the Chris Paul Boost Mobile HBCU Challenge at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The Paul Tip-off is for NCAA Division II schools with Clark-Atlanta, Johnson C. Smith and Xavier of Louisiana, joining coach Jay Butler’s Panthers. The Paul Challenge is for NCAA Division I

played at Hampton. institutions with Texas Southern and Paul, who is among the top point North Carolina A&T going against guards in NBA history, has played with HU and NSU. the Phoenix Suns since 2020. Both events are two-day, twou game affairs with ESPN Network VUU’s marquee attraction next coverage. season figures to be burly 6-foot-5, Union defeated West Virginia State 230-pound senior Robert Osborne out and Winston-Salem State in last year’s of Hermitage High School. inaugural event. Robert Osborne Osborne has been named to the Norfolk State defeated Hampton and Grambling a year ago in Phoenix. Hampton BoxToRow.com, second All-America team after averaging 13.3 points and 6.2 rebounds lost to NSU and Morgan State. Chris Paul, a native of Winston-Salem, has last season. Osborne was at his best in VUU’s loss to deep ties to HBCU schools. The 12-time NBA All-Star’s parents, Charles and Robin, are Fayetteville State in the CIAA championship graduates of Winston-Salem State. Brother C.J. in Baltimore, scoring 25 points and collecting

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WASHINGTON State Department officials met Monday with members of Brittney Griner’s WNBA team about the Phoenix Mercury star’s monthslong detention in Russia and the Biden administration’s efforts to secure her release. The State Department confirmed the meeting, which Brittney Griner involved officials from its specialized office that advocates for hostages and wrongfully detained Americans. “There is a lot involved in getting her back home and safe, they’re working relentlessly,” Mercury star Diana Taurasi said after the meeting in a release from the Mercury. “We’re here to do whatever we can to amplify and keep BG at the forefront, which is more important than any basketball game and anything else that’s going on in our lives. We want BG to come home as soon as possible. It’s number one on our list.” The administration has previously said that it is working to bring Griner and another American, Michigan corporate security executive Paul Whelan, home from Russia. “Knowing the State Department at the highest level, from U.S President Joe Biden to the team that it is working on bringing back all Americans who are wrongfully detained, gives us a lot of confidence that they’re working on it,” Taurasi said. Griner was detained on Feb. 17 at an airport in Russia after authorities there said a search of her bag revealed vape cartridges containing a cannabis derivative. In May, the State Department reclassified Griner as wrongfully detained and transferred oversight of her case to the State Department Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs, or SPEHA. “We are on day 116 since BG has been wrongfully detained. It was great to hear from the State Department that we should continue to amplify that message and that we should continue to press all those who have any influence or power to help bring BG home,” Mercury Coach Vanessa Nygaard said. “She’s our teammate, she’s an American and we want her back home.” After the meeting with the State Department, the Mercury players and staff met with Congressman Greg Stanton of Arizona and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee from Griner’s hometown of Houston. “For the team, coaches and executives at the Mercury, every day without Brittney is a lifetime,” Stanton said. “I was glad for the opportunity to share the work we’re doing in Congress to secure Brittney’s release.” Griner’s teammates as well as players across the league have Former VCU basketball star VinceWilson congratulates his been pushing President Biden daughter, Britton, after her win on social media to help get her home. WNBA players also have in the NCAA 400 hurdles. been able to send emails and letters to Griner through an account her agent set up.

Keeping up with Wilson is a hurdle

Even as Britton Wilson’s impressive track and field resume continues to grow, she’s just warming up. The former Mills Godwin High standout won the 400 -meter hurdles June 11 at the NCAA Championships in Eugene, Ore. Her winning time was 53.86. The University of Arkansas athlete and daughter of former VCU basketball standout Vince Wilson also ran the anchor leg on the Razorbacks’ fourth place 4x400 relay. Earlier this season, Wilson became the first woman in history to win both the 400 hurdles and open 400 at the Southeastern Conference meet. Next up for Wilson are the U.S. Open National Championships June 23-26, also in Eugene. The World Championships will be July 15-24, again in Eugene.

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u Norfolk State got some bad news when Jalen Hawkins decided to transfer to Iona University in New Rochelle, N.Y., and play under coach Rick Pitino. The 6-foot-3 Hawkins averaged 13 points and four rebounds last season while helping the Spartans to a second straight MEAC tournament crown. u Hampton’s Pirates have gotten taller with the addition of 6-foot-10 Matt McFarlane. The Philadelphia native has played previously at Colby Community College in Kansas and LaSalle University in Philly.

Consistency, power and speed drive baseball’s roster of diverse talent

With Luis Arraez high stepping at the head of the pack, players of color are displaying a parade of excellence in big league baseball. Arraez, the Venezuelan-born Minnesota Twins’ infielder/designated hitter, led the majors in batting average (.361) and onAaron base percentage (.448) through 2022 games of June 8. The 25-year-old, left-handed hitter has even drawn comparisons to arguably the greatest Twin of all time, Rod Carew (.328 career norm.) Arraez has 331 hits in 1,032 bats since 2019, for a career .321 mark. Like Arraez, Carew is Hispanic (from Panama) and a left-handed swinging infielder who overcame an absence of raw power with consistent line-drive hits, often to the opposite field. Arraez has just seven career home runs. Arraez signed with the Twins as an international free agent when he was 16. Others at the top of the statistical charts: Aaron Judge: The New York Yankees’ right fielder has the highest jersey number (99), most physical size (6-foot-8, 282 pounds) and most homers (22) of any slugger. Through June 8, Judge had 22 home runs and 45 runs batted in to go with a .311 average.

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In 2017, he was Rookie of Year and first player in big league history to post at least 45 homers, 100 RBI and 100 runs in their first season. An all-round talent, the native Californian runs and throws above average and was the 2019 Wilson Defensive Player of the Year. Jose Ramirez: A change of nicknames — from Indians to Guardians — has not slowed the switch-hitting bat of the Cleveland third baseman. The native Dominican, who signed a pro contract at 17, has 594 career RBI, including a league leading 54 this season. Ramirez had 105 RBI in 2018 and 103 in 2021, and is on pace to top both numbers this season. Ramirez, who packs plenty of power in his 5-foot-9 frame, is a three-time All-Star and three-time Silver Slugger Award winner. Rafael Devers: On March 23, the 25-yearold Dominican infielder signed a one-year contract with Boston for $11.2 million. So

Bellemare’s easy to find in Stanley Cup playoffs In viewing the ongoing Stanley Cup playoffs, it’s hard not to notice Pierre-Edouard Bellemare because he is the only Black player on either team. A native Frenchman, Bellemare is a 37-year-old left wing for the Tampa Bay Lightning. The opposing Colorado Avalanche has no Black players. Bellamare previously played in the NHL with Philadelphia, Las Vegas and Colorado. His career also includes 20 years with France in international play. In 587 NHL games, the left-hander has 56 goals and 62 assists. The NHL has always been overwhelmingly white. Of the 700 or so players who wore skates this season, only about 26 were Black — “about” is used because rosters are fluid. Before Jackie Robinson first took the field for the Brooklyn Dodgers, thus becoming the first Black player, he told his

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Pierre-Edouard Bellemare Lightning vs. Avalanche (Best of seven for NHL Stanley Cup) Series started June 15. Games Two, Three and Four are June 18, 20 and 22. If necessary, Games 5, 6 and 7 are June 24, June 26 and June 28. Puck drops at 8 p.m. for all games; televised by ABC and ESPN-plus.

wife, Rachel, something to the effect, “if you have a hard time spotting me, I’m No. 43.” Bellemare wears No. 41 for Tampa. He’ll be easy to find.

Dallas’ legendary running back Don Perkins dies Don Perkins, the running back that helped the Dallas Cowboys earn the label “America’s Team,” died on Thursday, June 9, 2022. He was 84. Mr. Perkins played for the Cowboys from 1961 to 1968 and rushed for 6,217 yards and 42 touchdowns. He was the 1961 NFL Rookie of the Year as well as a three-time All-Pro and six-time selectee to the Pro Bowl. In addition to his ball carrying, he was regarded as a punishing blocker in Coach Tom Landry’s offense. It was during Mr. Perkins’ heyday that the Cowboys (founded in 1960) went from a bottom-feeding expansion franchise to a perennial Mr. Perkins powerhouse. In 1966, 1967 and 1968, the Cowboys reached the NFC championship game, losing to Cleveland in 1966 and Green Bay in 1967 and 1968. Mr. Perkins ranks fourth in all-time rushing yards, behind Emmitt Smith, Tony Dorsett and Ezekiel Elliott. From Waterloo, Iowa, Mr. Perkins became an All-American at the University of New Mexico where he played both offense and defense under Coach Marv Levy. He signed a personal service contract with Dallas in 1960 for $10,000 and a $1,500 bonus. He missed the 1960 season with an injury before emerging a year later as one of the league’s top backs. Mr. Perkins was inducted into the Cowboys’ Ring of Honor in 1976 along with his teammate, quarterback Don Meredith.

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far he’s earning his money.The left-handed hitter known as Carita (babyface in Spanish) wears his bigboy pants on game day. Devers leads the majors in hits (80), extra-base hits (36) and total bases (141). Julio Rodriguez: If Rookie of the Year award was voted on now, the Seattle center fielder would be a leading contender. The Dominican didn’t turn 21 until this past Dec. 29, making him among the youngest players in the majors. Rodriguez is powerfully built at 6-foot-3 and 228 pounds, but it has been his speed, so far, that most sets him apart. The Mariners’ newcomer leads league in stolen bases with 17 in 20 tries. He is on pace to challenge Seattle’s singleseason stolen bags record holder Harold Reynolds, who swiped 60 in 1987. Reynolds is now a popular TV commentator. The Major League All-Star Game will be July 19 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Expect to see many of the players mentioned here on the field that night.

Another coach with ties to Richmond lands in Charlotte The NBA’s Charlotte Hornets are taking on a Richmond look. Former University of Richmond standout Kenny Atkinson has been named the Hornets’ head coach, succeeding James Borrego. A native New Yorker, Atkinson played for UR from 1986 to 1988. In 1988, he helped the Spiders reach the NCAA Sweet 16. Coach Atkinson He had a professional playing career in Italy, France, Germany, Spain and The Netherlands. He has been an assistant NBA coach with the New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Clippers and, most recently, Golden State Warriors. He was the Brooklyn Nets head coach 2016 to 2020. Atkinson became the Hornets’ second coach with 804 connections. Allan Bristow, out of Henrico High School and Virginia Tech, coached the Charlotte team from 1991 to 1996.

Mellody Hobson, a Black woman, joins Broncos ownership group Free Press wire reports

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. The Waltons, heirs to the Walmart fortune and America’s richest family, have won the bidding to purchase the Denver Broncos in the most expensive deal for a sports franchise anywhere in the world. The Broncos recently reported they entered into a sale agreement with the Ms. Hobson Walton-Penner ownership group led by Rob Walton, his daughter, Carrie Walton Penner, and her husband, Greg Penner. Rob Walton said in a statement, “We are thrilled to be selected to move forward with the purchase of the Denver Broncos! Carrie, Greg and I are inspired by the opportunity to steward this great organization in a vibrant community full of opportunity and passionate fans.” Walton also said Mellody Hobson, co-CEO of Ariel Investments, chairwoman of Starbucks and a director of JPMorgan Chase, will join the ownership group. Hobson is considered one of the most influential Black women executives in the country. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has made minority ownership a point of emphasis in the league, which has no Black owners. The league faced added scrutiny earlier this year after lawsuits were filed by three Black coaches who charged the league of discrimination in their hiring practices. It’s unclear what percentage of the Broncos Hobson would own but the sale price suggests that owning even a small percentage would be worth a considerable amount. Terms of the sale weren’t disclosed, but KUSA-TV in Denver reported it was for $4.65 billion. The agreement for the Walmart-Penner group to buy the franchise from the Pat Bowlen Trust must be approved by the NFL, but that is considered a formality.

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Happenings Personality: Corey M. Nicholson Spotlight on board chairman of Metropolitan Junior Baseball League Corey M. Nicholson’s lifelong appreciation for baseball, its history and its impact, goes back to his childhood spent watching hours of New York Mets games on black and white television with his grandparents. Today Mr. Nicholson uses his passion and knowledge for the game to help guide the formative sports experiences of Richmond youths as board chairman for the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League. “I have always loved baseball, so I enjoy knowing that the game I love is helping our kids and our community,” Mr. Nicholson says. “I feel like, in a very small way, we are working to save baseball in the AfricanAmerican community.” The New York native sees a deep connection between the sport and the history of AfricanAmericans. Mr. Nicholson points to Jackie Robinson and the Negro Baseball League as having a major presence for the AfricanAmerican community, serving as important touchstones for racial progress and equality. Given MJBL’s historic status in Richmond and beyond since its founding in 1966, Mr. Nicholson’s involvement would seem an obvious choice for him. He first joined MJBL about 15 years ago as a volunteer, inspired by an article about the organization that prompted him to call Bill Forrester, MJBL’s executive director and the son of its founder, William M.T. Forrester. Mr. Nicholson sees the nonprofit league’s work as a benefit for the players, boys and girls ages 4 to 19, inside and outside the diamond. “Due to the wide range of skill sets used in baseball, almost anyone can excel,” Mr. Nicholson says. “MJBL wants to help develop good people, not just good players.” Even when COVID-19 temporarily halted MJBL’s games,

Mr. Nicholson and others continued the league’s work by hosting the Bobby Bonds Memorial Symposium July 20 through Aug. 10, 2020, on a virtual video platform. The symposium promotes interest in baseball among African- Americans, particularly for programs at historically black colleges and universities. In 2020, the program also honored the 100th year of the National Baseball League. With the MJBL’s 56th season starting earlier this month, Mr. Nicholson and others are exploring ways to expand MJBL’s educational and cultural programs, which have ranged from book clubs to various initiatives with MJBL’s partners. Such programs are critical to ensuring the nonprofit is an all-around benefit for the approximately 350 children involved, as well as maintaining MJBL’s finances. “We want to provide more opportunities for the kids on and off the field,” Mr. Nicholson says. “Ultimately, we have to continue to spread the word regarding MJBL and hopefully convert that buzz into fundraising dollars.” Mr. Nicholson’s strategy for reaching his goals speaks to the steadfast commitment he brings to his role and work with MJBL. It also is good advice for the children the nonprofit serves, whether out on the field or in their everyday lives. “Keep focused and keep plugging away,” Mr. Nicholson says. “Small victories eventually lead to larger successes.” Meet a local leader in Richmond youth sports, Corey M. Nicholson: Volunteer position: Board president for the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League (MJBL). Occupation: Henrico County assistant commonwealth’s at-

Richmond in 1966 after several African-American fathers were told that their sons could not play in the established youth baseball league because of their race. With the help of several local African-American businessmen, those fathers created MJBL so that all children could play organized baseball, no matter what race they were. Founder(s): MJBL was founded by Dr. William M.T. Forrester along with the support of Caesar Barron and Dr. Philmore Howlette. Dr. Forrester’s son, Bill, is the current executive director. Importance of MJBL in the world of Little League: MJBL has worked with youth baseball leagues all over the country and and in the Bahamas supporting efforts to keep baseball alive in inner-city and low-income areas. How I connected with MJBL: I read an article about the MJBL (I believe it was in the Richmond Free Press) and I became a volunteer by calling Bill Forrester. Why I am enthusiastic about MJBL: I have always loved baseball, so I enjoy knowing that the game I love is helping our kids and our community. I feel like, in a very small way, we are working to save baseball in the African-American community. MJBL partners with: Major League Baseball, Henrico County, the City of Richmond, the Richmond Police Athletic League. Henrico County Board of Supervisors member Frank Thornton has always been helpful. Parney and the Flying Squirrels have been one of our biggest partners/supporters ever

torney. Date and place of birth: Jan. 21 in New York. Where I live now: Richmond. Education: Yale University 1986; Harvard Law School 1989. Family: Lisa (wife); Morgan, Dominic, Jazmine, Chelsea (children); R.J., Madison, D.J., Ethan, Evan (grandchildren). Metropolitan Junior Baseball League (MJBL) is: A volunteerrun nonprofit striving to keep organized baseball available to inner-city youths. It is one of the oldest African-American youth baseball leagues. Mission: To provide a platform for socially and economically disadvantaged youths to realize their self-worth through educational, athletic, and cultural enrichment programs. MJBL is focused on making sure our youths are productive citizens and prepared for success. When, where and why founded: MJBL was founded in

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since they arrived. Ways to become involved with MJBL: We are always looking to train new coaches and assistant coaches. We also need volunteers to help with the administrative tasks to keep the league running. We encourage people to support the kids by coming out to watch a game or two. MJBL offers: A chance for our kids and the African-American community to rediscover the magic of baseball, and reignite the passion that we once had for it. How to register your child: Go to our website MJBL.org to register online. There also is contact information there if you need to speak to someone. When and where fans can come to cheer teams: We play games all over Richmond and Henrico, so you can find schedules at MJBL.org. We have several church groups and (fraternities and sororities) that have adopted teams to support. Please contact us if your group wants to adopt a team. My favorite Major League Baseball team: New York Mets. Favorite player and why: Jackie Robinson for what he means to African-Americans, baseball and America. He had to endure a tremendous amount of hatred. He handled it with grace and was able to overcome it. He is an icon and a role model that all Americans can admire. Little League baseball taught me: The need for teamwork. The rewards of hard work. The joy of spirited competition. Upcoming events: Our current season is already underway. An MJBL team will represent the U.S. in the Caribbean Championships for the Bahamas from

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Happenings Juneteenth events offer exhibits, music, storytelling and more From storytelling to festivals and fireworks, a bevy of Richmond-area activities are planned to mark Juneteenth, the national holiday celebrating the end of slavery. Dating back to June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Texas and announced freedom for slaves in accepting the surrender of the last Confederate state, the holiday falls on Father’s Day this year and will extend into Monday, June 20. The menu of mostly free events, by date, includes: Friday, June 17 9 a.m. Freedom on Paper, a 10-day exhibition of rare, pre-Civil War registers of free Black and multi-racial individuals who had to provide the information to live in Virginia, Library of Virginia lobby, 800 E. Broad St. 6 p.m. Juneteenth Fashion Show and Pop-Up Shop, three-hour event with proceeds benefitting the nonprofit Unique Resource Center, $15 to $50, Sarah’s Den, 24 E. Broad St. 8 p.m. “Jubilation in June,” a three-day city Parks and Recreation event, opens with the Legacy Band performing, Dogwood Dell in Byrd Park

Saturday, June 18 “Jubilation in June,” continues with two events 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Shared History in Stories,” 17th Street Market. Features storytelling and presentation of the play “Journey to Freedom” by students from the Journey-Mapping Your Career Program. 1 p.m. The Long Walk Home, Danita Roundtree Green will discuss Transformational life narratives and lead a storytelling activity to reduce generational trauma. Pamunkey Regional Library, Atlee Branch, 9212 Rutlandshire Drive. 8 p.m. KOS or Kings of Swing Band performs, Dogwood Dell. 3 to 10 p.m. Sounds of Freedom Juneteenth Gospel Concert and Health Fair, lawn at Virginia Union University, 1500 N. Lombardy St. Featuring music of Donte McCutcheon & Levitical Priest, the Ingramettes, Earl Bynum, JR Nelson, Peggy Britt and Latter Reign and the Virginia Union Gospel Choir. 4 to 10 p.m. Henrico County Celebrates Juneteenth, Family-friendly festival, Dorey Park, off Darbytown Road in Eastern Henrico. Features live music, history exhibits, a kid’s zone, food vendors.

Exhibit features works of Free Press photographers The summer of 2020 was a turning point in the history of Richmond and the nation. Richmond activists joined others across the country and around the world to protest the murder of George Floyd and amplify the Black Lives Matter movement. And who was there to capture these moments? The Richmond Free Press’ own Regina H. Boone and Sandra Sellars. Their photos are the focal point of an exhibit, (Re) Framing Protest: Design + Hope, at The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design on view June 17 through Sept. 11. Ms. Boone and Ms. Sellars will lead tours of the exhibit at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 19. Ms. Boone and Ms. Sellars spent 65 consecutive days documenting the 2020 protests in Richmond. “Covering this news as it unfolded was lifechanging, something I’ll never forget,” Ms. Sellars said. Visitors to the exhibit will have the opportunity to respond to their work by leaving signed and/or anonymous remembrances, ideas and visions for

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Festival & Fireworks 3101 Wharf St., Richmond Sunday, June 19 Beginning at 4:00 p.m.

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More than 20 local and national companies will partner with the Virginia Higher Education Fund for an evening of dancing and live jazz to raise scholarship funds for local students. National jazz recording artist Phillip “Doc” Martin and singer, Richmond native, Kia Bennett. Host Jasmine Turner, WWBT/NBC 12 Anchor with Dr. Monroe Harris, Honorary Chair

Monroe Park Fonticello Humphrey Calder Ann Hardy Plaza Broad Rock Sports Complex Jefferson Park Charlie D. Sydnor 17th St. Market Forest Hill Battery Park

Performer

Weekend Plans DJ Janaye Cotman Center Stage Band DJ Rayvonn Quimbao Shades of Grey DJ Tony & Ty Bizzy Prince Tribute Night Joe the Spy Band Richmond Police Department Band

Tickets $75

include Hors d’oeuvres, Silent Auction and Dancing

Tickets are available at www.vahigheredfund.com. For more information: (804) 329-1374

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3 to 8 p.m. Juneteenth RVA Black Bar Crawl, features tour of eight Black-owned restaurants, $10; tickets available at Main Street Steakhouse, 1112 E. Main St., day of event. 4 to 10 p.m. “Jubilation in June,” familyfriendly festival and fireworks at Deepwater Terminal on the James River, 3101 Wharf St. Featuring Grammy-nominated The Hamiltones, a popular North Carolina soul, gospel and R&B group, and Richmond jazz and gospel keyboard artist Bee Boisseau. Sunday, June 26 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Black Woman Flea – Juneteenth Market, Entertainment, children’s activities, vendors, 4630 S. Laburnum Ave., Henrico County. 4 to 9 p.m. Elegba Folklore Society Presents Juneteenth 2022, Youth Summit, live entertainment, vendors, African Burial Ground, 1540 E. Broad St.; $5 for adults, children free.

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Richmond Free Press

June 16-18, 2022 B5

Happenings Vibrant vibes in the city

Siddi Moussa

Richmond Folk Festival announces dates, first group of artists The Richmond Folk Festival will return Oct. 7-9 to Richmond’s downtown riverfront to showcase more than 30 local, national and global acts that will perform music and dance across six stages. The free, three-day event attracts some 200,000 people over the weekend and is presented by Venture Richmond Events in partnership with the National Council for the Traditional Arts, the Virginia Folklife Program, the Center for Cultural Vibrancy, Children’s Museum, and the City of Richmond. “We are looking Black Umfolosi forward to showcasing downtown Richmond’s ever-changing riverfront once again for a beautiful weekend of music, dance, food and crafts with the James River and our city skyline as the perfect backdrop,” said Stephen Lecky, director of events at Venture Richmond. “This event holds a special place in the hearts of so many, and year 18 is shaping up to be one of the best.” This year’s festival hours are: Friday, October 7 — 6:30 – 10 p.m. Saturday, October 8 — 12 – 9:30 p.m. Sunday, October 9 — 12 – 6 p.m. Eight of the artists to be featured during the 2022 Richmond Folk Festival include:

The ¿Que Pasa¿ Festival returned to the Canal Walk in Shockoe Slip where festivalgoers were treated to live music and performances by dance groups such as La Palma last Saturday. Sponsored by the Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the festival also included an artisan market, a live artist exhibition, homemade crafts, food and beverages. “Celebrate African and African-American Art: Global Community Family Day” drew people of all ages to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts on June 11. Patrons enjoyed making and viewing art, dancing and music. To view the celebration online, visit https:// vmfa.museum/celebrate-africanafrican-american-art-global-community/ The Robinson Theater Community Arts Center’s Community Block Party in Church Hill on June 10 offered fitness, dance, theater, creative writing and more for youths and adults. The free party included yummy ice cream treats, pet goats and rabbits that delighted 9-year-old Jaiden Loney, below left, of Richmond, and an obstacle course that was no challenge for 6-year-old PressAria Moore, below right, of Henrico County. Sandra Sellars/Richmond Free Press

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• Beòloach (Cape Breton), Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia • Black Umfolosi (a cappella imbube singing), Bulawayo, Zimbabwe • Bnat el Houariyat & Esraa Warda (Moroccan chaabi women’s ensemble), Marrakech, Morocco, and New York • Cedric Burnside (hill country blues), Holly Springs, Mississippi • Fran Grace (sacred steel guitar), Toledo, Ohio • Korean Performing Arts Institute of Chicago (pungmul and samulnori), Chicago, Illinois • Sideline (bluegrass), Raleigh, N.C. • Son Rompe Pera (Mexican marimba), Naucalpan de Juárez, Mexico

Additional information is available at www.richmondfolk festival.org. The Richmond Folk Festival also welcomes civic, school, church and office organizations to volunteer. To learn more about volunteer opportunities, visit: https://www.richmondfolkfestival. org/volunteer.

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Richmond Free Press

B6 June 16-18, 2022

Faith News/Directory

Mississippi civil rights activist ‘Bud’ McGee dies at 81 Associated Press

GREENWOOD, Miss. William “Bud” McGee, a Mississippi civil rights activist who worked to register Black voters in the 1960s, has died. He was 81. Mr. McGee died of heart failure Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at his home in the Delta city of Greenwood, the Greenwood Commonwealth reported. In the small town of Itta Bena, three historical markers mention Mr. McGee’s efforts as a member of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, which organized young people to use nonviolent protests against segregation. Mr. McGee and SNCC would hold voter registration drives and other civil rights meetings at Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, led by the Rev. G.W. Hollins. “It was the only church that would allow people to meet,” said Shannon Bowden, an instructor of speech and mass communications at Mississippi Valley State University. “A lot of people were scared at that time and wouldn’t allow people who were fighting for civil rights to meet due to the fear.” She said meetings at Hopewell included voter registration, reading lessons and teaching people about methods others might use to prevent them from voting. On June 18, 1963, days after

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the assassination of Mississippi civil rights leader Medgar Evers in Jackson, an attacker used tear gas against the church where Mr. McGee and others were holding a SNCC meeting. The attendees walked through Itta Bena to seek help, and Sheriff John Ed Cothran arrested dozens of people, including Mr. McGee. Fortyfive people were imprisoned for two months on trumped-up

charges of disturthem and forced bance and breach them to leave the of peace. area. Undeterred, According to Mr. McGee and the one of the hisother activists contorical markers, in tinued their work. 1964, Mr. McGee Over the years, and two Freedom Mr. McGee held Summer volunvarious jobs, inMr. McGee teers, John Paul cluding as a DJ and Roy Torkington, were at WNLA-AM in Indianola canvassing in Itta Bena. A and as a tax preparer in group of white men confronted Greenwood.

“I think I love Greenwood more than I love staying in Chicago. You speak to somebody in Chicago, they look at you like you’re crazy,” he told The Washington Post in 1999 as he and others shared memories of the civil rights era after Mississippi opened files from the Sovereignty Commission, a former state agency that spied on people to try to

preserve segregation. His son, Lou Jones, recalled his father’s efforts as a tax preparer and remembered him helping one person with a legal case and an issue with her disability payments. “He had a calm, soft-spoken demeanor,” Mr. Jones told the Greenwood Commonwealth after his father died. “I’ve very rarely seen him express anything other than that.”

“The Church With A Welcome”

Sharon Baptist Church 500 E. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 www.sharonbaptistchurchrichmond.org (804) 643-3825 Rev. Dr. Paul A. Coles, Pastor

Sunday June 19 2022

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Riverview Baptist Church Sunday, June 19, 2022 Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Morning Services - 11 A.M.

A CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM

Men’s/Father’s Day Sermon by: Rev. Lance Watson, Jr.

Via Conference Call (202) 926-1127 Pin 572890# In Person Sunday Service also on FACEBOOK and YouTube 2604 Idlewood Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23220 (804) 353-6135 • www.riverviewbaptistch.org

Good Shepherd Baptist Church

June 19 ȴ 5 pm

1127 North 28th St., Richmond, VA 23223 s Office: (804) 644-1402 Dr. Sylvester T. Smith, Pastor “There’s A Place for You”

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Moore Street Missionary Baptist Church

1408 W. Leigh Street · Richmond, Va. 23220 (804) 358—6403

Dr. Alonza L. Lawrence, Pastor

“Your Home In God’s Kingdom”

Worship With Us This Week!

A rousing celebration in music and words featuring world-renowned organist Dr. Carl Haywood and choirs from Norfolk State and St. James’s singing spirituals. Come feel the joy of freedom!

Morning Worship On Site & Virtual June 19, 2022 @ 10:00 A.M.

Looking for a welcoming place to worship this week? Stop by & see what God is up to at MMBC. Special Days on The Horizon ~June 18, 2022 (11:00 A.M.)- Men’s Ministry Cookout ~June 19, 2022 (10:00 A.M.)- Father’s Day Worship ~June 26, 2022 (10:00 A.M.)- Deaconess Consecration Additional Opportunities to Engage with Us: *Faith Formation/ Church School (Sat. @ 9:00 AM) Zoom Meeting ID: 952 9164 9805 /Passcode: 2901 *Bible Study (Wed. @ 7:00 PM) Zoom Meeting ID: 854 8862 2296 *Give Via: http://mmbcrva.org/give Or through Givelify 2901 Mechanicsville Turnpike, Richmond, VA 23223 (804) 648-2472 ~ www.mmbcrva.org Dr. Price London Davis, Senior Pastor

PRESENTED AS A PART OF THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE ANGLICAN ASSOCIATION OF MUSICIANS

1205 WEST FRANKLIN STREET • (804) 355-1779 • doers.org

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“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).”

We Embrace Diversity — Love For All! Come worship with us! Back Inside Sundays Join us for 10:00 AM Worship Service

Weekly Worship: Sundays @ 10:30 A.M. Church School: Sundays @ 9:00 A.M. bl d d d

“MAKE IT HAPPEN” Pastor Kevin Cook

A 21st Century Church With Ministry For Everyone

Thursday Facebook Live Check in With Pastor 8:00 P.M. Via http://Facebook.com/mmbcrva

Live on Facebook @sixthbaptistrva Live on Youtube @sixthbaptistrva Or by visiting our website www.sixthbaptistchurch.org 400 South Addison Street Richmond, Va. 23220

(near Byrd Park)

Sunday Morning Virtual Worship

Rev. Dr. Yvonne Jones Bibbs, Pastor

10:30 A.M. Via http://Facebook.com/mmbcrva Or http://mmbcrva.org/live

Antioch Baptist Church

Thirty-first Street Baptist Church

“Redeeming God’s People for Gods Purpose”

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

SERVICES

SUNDAY WORSHIP HOUR – 10:00 A.M. CHILDREN’S CHURCH & BUS MINISTRY AVAILABLE SUNDAY SCHOOL (FOR ALL AGES) – 9:00 A.M. TUESDAY MID-DAY BIBLE STUDY – 12 NOON WEDNESDAY MID-WEEK PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY – 7:00 P.M. A MISSION BASED CHURCH FAMILY EXCITING MINISTRIES FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH, YOUNG ADULTS & SENIOR ADULTS BIBLE REVELATION TEACHING DIVERSE MUSIC MINISTRY LOVING, CARING ENVIRONMENT

DR. JAMES L. SAILES PASTOR

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Richmond Free Press

June 16-18, 2022 B7

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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, June 27, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber on the Second Floor of City Hall, located at 900 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia, to consider the following ordinances: Ordinance No. 2022-121 As Amended To authorize the special use of the properties known as 2100, 2106, 2112, 2118, and 2124 Broad Rock Boulevard for the purpose of a commercial building with off-street parking, upon certain terms and conditions. Ordinance No. 2022-122 As Amended To authorize the special use of the property known as 3336 Cutshaw Avenue for the purpose of three two-family detached dwellings and a parking area, upon certain terms and conditions. Ordinance No. 2022-166 To p r o v i d e f o r t h e granting by the City of Richmond to the person, firm or corporation to be ascertained in the manner prescribed by law of a non-exclusive easement over, under, through, upon, and across certain portions of the property located at 1 Browns Island for the laying, construction, operation, and maintenance of one or more lines of underground conduits and cables and all equipment, accessories, and appurtenances necessary in connection therewith for transmitting and distributing electrical service to a City site at 1 Browns Island in the city of Richmond with a certain Right of Way Agreement. (COMMITTEE: Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-167 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to accept a donation of services in the form of labor and materials valued at approximately $3,728,327.00 from the Friends of the Richmond Mounted Squad and, in connection therewith, to execute a Gift and Right-of-Entry Agreement between the City and the Friends of the Richmond Mounted Squad, for the purpose of constructing a new equine facility and related amenities located at 601 North 39th Street in the city of Richmond. (COMMITTEE: Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-170 To amend Ord. No. 2021040, adopted May 24, 2021, which adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund Budget and made appropriations pursuant thereto, by accepting $85,628.00 from the Virginia Department of Elections, and to appropriate these funds to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Office of the General Registrar for the City of Richmond by $85,628.00 for the reimbursement of expenditures associated with early voting expansion and Sunday voting during Fiscal Year 2021-2022. Ordinance No. 2022-171 To amend Ord. No. 2022003, which amended the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services called the Advancing Health Literacy Special Fund, the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund Budget by transferring $4,000,000.00 from the Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Special Fund Budget, and the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services’ Advancing Health Continued on next column

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Literacy Special Fund by $4,000,000.00 for the purpose of funding a collaborative community health literacy program, to reduce the amount transferred from the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 General Fund Budget, Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services, and appropriated to the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Special Fund Budget, Office of the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Human Services’ Advancing Health Literacy Special Fund, from $4,000,000.00 to $2,843,640.00 to reflect accurately the amount of the appropriation available to be transferred.

amount of $2,500.00 from the Cal Ripkin, Sr. Foundation, Inc., and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Police’s Cal Ripken Special Fund by $2,500.00 for the purpose of funding the Badges for Baseball and Healthy Lifestyles community crime prevention initiative.

Ordinance No. 2022-172 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to submit a PY 2022 / FY 2023 Annual Action Plan to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as an application for the receipt of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds, Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) funds; to accept funds from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in the total amount of $8,826,296.00; and to appropriate $8,826,296.00 for various projects. Ordinance No. 2022-173 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $300,000.00 from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Department of Police called the Bureau of Justice Assistance Special Fund, and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Police’s Bureau of Justice Assistance Special Fund by $300,000.00 for the purpose of funding efforts to support and coordinate training, education, and awareness of certain hate crimes through the 2021 BJA FY 21 Matthew Shepard and James Burns, Jr. Hate Crimes Program. Ordinance No. 2022-174 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $46,976.00 from the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Richmond called the Restorative Justice Special Fund, and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Richmond’s Restorative Justice Special Fund by $46,976.00 for the purpose of funding referrals to restorative justice conferencing and educational activities to promote awareness of the restorative justice process as an alternative to entering the criminal justice system. Ordinance No. 2022-175 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $125,000.00 from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of P o l i c e ’s C o m m u n i t y Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Special Fund by $125,000.00 for the purpose of funding the purchase of a virtual reality training simulator for deescalation training. Ordinance No. 2022-176 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the amount of $12,070.00 from the United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services, and to appropriate the increase to the Fiscal Year 20212022 Special Fund Budget by increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of P o l i c e ’s C o m m u n i t y Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Special Fund by $12,070.00 for the purpose of funding the implementation of a credible messengers program to provide intervention services for at-risk youth. Ordinance No. 2022-177 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to accept funds in the Continued on next column

Ordinance No. 2022-178 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to enter into the Twenty-Fifth Commercial Area Revitalization Effort Program Cooperation Agreement between the City of Richmond, Virginia, and the Economic Development Authority of the City of Richmond for the purpose of providing for the operation of the Commercial Area R e v i t a l i z a t i o n E ff o r t (“CARE”) Program. (COMMITTEE: Finance and Economic Development, Thursday, June 16, 2022, 1:00 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-179 To amend City Code §§ 21-50, concerning bid bonds on construction contracts, and 21-68, concerning contracting for professional services by competitive negotiation, for the purpose of reflecting amendments to state law that Va. Code § 2.2-4343(A) (12) requires the City to follow. (COMMITTEE: Finance and Economic Development, Thursday, June 16, 2022, 1:00 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-180 To approve the Work Plan and Budget for the fiscal year ending Jun. 30, 2023, for the provision of services in the Downtown Richmond Special Service and Assessment Districts. (COMMITTEE: Finance and Economic Development, Thursday, June 16, 2022, 1:00 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-181 To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to execute a Deed of Quitclaim of Utility Easement between the City of Richmond and Roane Street LLC for the purpose of vacating by quitclaim deed the City’s ten-foot sewer and surface flow easement on the property known as 2021 Roane Street, for nominal consideration, to Roane Street, L L C . ( CO M M I T T EE : Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-182 To designate the 1100 block of Randolph Street in honor of Charles Jones, Jr., and Charles Jones, III. (COMMITTEE: Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-183 To d e s i g n a t e t h e 1700 block of Blair Street in honor of Cora Jean Dickerson. (COMMITTEE: Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-184 To amend and reordain a City ordinance, adopted Dec. 15, 1922, which dedicated the eastern portion of Plat A, Riverview Cemetery to Post Number One of the American Legion to be used for the burial of those soldiers, sailors, and marines who served in the World War and died in destitute circumstances and otherwise would be buried at the expense of the City, to, due to the decease of all veterans of World War I, authorize the burial of indigent military veterans of all American wars and conflicts in such portion. (COMMITTEE: Land Use, Housing and Transportation, Tuesday, June 21, 2022, 1:30 p.m.) Ordinance No. 2022-185 To accept a quitclaim deed from the School Board conveying 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue to the City and to authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to act on behalf of the City in executing such deed. Interested citizens who wish to speak will be given an opportunity to do so by following the instructions referenced in the June 27, 2022 Richmond City Council Formal meeting agenda. Copies of the full text of all ordinances are available by visiting the City Clerk’s page on the City’s Website at https:// www.rva.gov/office-cityclerk, and in the Office of the City Clerk, City Hall, 900 East Broad Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Candice D. Reid City Clerk

Divorce VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE COUNTY OF HENRICO MARIA GUARASCIO, Plaintiff, v. DANNY GUARASCIO, Defendant. Case No.: CL22-2970-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the abovestyled suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart, without any cohabitation and without any interruption, for a period of more than one year. It appearing by affidavit filed according to law that the Defendant, Danny Guarascio, is not a resident of the State of Virginia and that his last known address is unknown, it is therefore ORDERED that Defendant, Danny Guarascio, appear before this Court on or before the 8th day of August 2022, and do what is necessary to protect his interests in this suit. A Copy Teste: HEIDI S. BARSHINGER, Clerk I ask for this: Jesse Baez, Esq. (VSB #85986) Brooks & Baez 9100 Arboretum Pkwy., Suite 190 Richmond, VA 23236 T: (804) 570-7473 F: (804) 548-4215 Counsel for Plaintiff VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER LATRICIA KNIGHT, Plaintiff v. ANTOINE KNIGHT, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001723-00 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 1st day of August, 2022 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

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RONALD SOTO PERDOMO, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001652-00 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 26th day of July, 2022 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

the 26th day of July, 2022 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

whereabouts are unknown appear here on or before the 19th day of July, 2022 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

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 FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER KORTNI BOXLEY, Plaintiff v. LARRY BOXLEY, JR., Defendant. Case No.: CL22001650-00 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 26th day of July, 2022 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 CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER GRACE KATAHENA, Plaintiff v. JOHN OKAAH, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001651-00 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 26th day of July, 2022 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 CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER CREASY MCQUEEN, Plaintiff v. CAROLYN MCQUEEN-KENNEY, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001293-00 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 26th day of July, 2022 at 9:00 AM, and protect her interests. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Dorothy M. Eure, Esquire Law Office of Dorothy M. Eure, P.C. VSB# 27724 8460 Mount Eagle Road Ashland, VA 23005 (804) 798-9667

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER ARLENE GUZMAN RODRIGUEZ, Plaintiff v. RONALD PERDOMO, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001653-00 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

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VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER KIMBERLY A . KRUGER, Plaintiff v. RANDY A. KRUGER, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001528-00 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the abovestyled suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart, without any cohabitation and without any interruption, for a period of more than one year. It appearing by affidavit filed according to law that the Defendant, RANDY A. KRUGER, cannot be located within the State of Virginia and that his last known address is unknown, it is therefore ORDERED that the Defendant, RANDY A. KRUGER, appear before this Court on or before the 19th day of July, 2022 and do what is necessary to protect his interests in this suit. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Mary P. Adams, Esq. VSB No. 24551 Hairfield Morton, PLC 2800 Buford Road, Suite 201 Richmond, Virginia 23235 (804) 320-6600 - telephone (804) 320-8040 - facsimile madams@hmalaw.com Counsel for the Plaintiff VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HENRICO JOSE FRANCISCO GONZALEZ, Plaintiff v. ANGELICA DE FATIMA BOLIVAR CASTRILLON, Defendant. Case No.: CL22-2490 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of the abovestyled suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony from the Defendant on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart, without any cohabitation and without any interruption, for a period of more than one year. It appearing by affidavit filed according to law that the Defendant, Angelica De Fatima Bolivar Castrillon, is not a resident of the State of Virginia and that her last known address is at an unknown location in Colombia, South America; it is therefore ORDERED that the Defendant, Angelica De Fatima Bolivar Castrillon, appear before this Court on or before the 18th day of July, 2022, and do what is necessary to protect her interests in this suit. A Copy, Teste: FRANK D. HARGROVE, JR., Clerk I ask for this: Jesse Baez, Esq. (VSB #85986) Brooks & Baez 9100 Arboretum Pkwy., Suite 190 Richmond, VA 23236 T: (804) 570-7473 F: (804) 548-4215 Counsel for Plaintiff VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER BHANU MITTAL, Plaintiff v. MAHIMA NAGPAL, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001574-00 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, who is not a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, appear here on or before the 19th day of July, 2022 at 9:00 AM, 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 FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER KIARA WINBORN, Plaintiff v. DELISHA ERVIN, Defendant. Case No.: CL22001577-00 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 Continued on next column

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HENRICO MARY LOUISE COOKEPAYNTER, Plaintiff v. KEITH JEFFREY PAYNTER, Defendant. Case No.: CL22-2516 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony on the ground that the parties have lived separate and apart without any cohabitation and without interruption for a period of more than one (1) year. It appearing by affidavit filed according to law that diligence has been used b or on behalf of the plaintiff to ascertain in what county or corporation the defendant is, without effect, and that his last known address is 1727 Debbie Lane, Richmond, VA 23223, located in the County of Henrico, Virginia, it is therefore ORDERED, that the defendant, Keith Jeffrey Paynter, appear before this Court on or before the 18th day of July, 2022 and do what is necessary to protect his interests in this suit. A Copy, Teste: HEIDI S. BARSHINGER, Clerk I ask for this: Richard M. Bing (VSB #18457) RICHARD M. BING, P.C. 7400 Beaufont Springs Drive, Suite 300 Richmond, Virginia 23225 Telephone (804) 272-7900 Facsimile (804) 747-1921 rbing@binglawoffice.com VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HANOVER MUHAMMAD JUNAID, Plaintiff v. JASMINE DOUGLAS, Defendant. Case No.: CL22000706-00 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 8th day of July, 2022 at 9:00 AM, 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

PROPERTY VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. TALITHA BRUNSONBELL, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1650 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1401 Carter Street, Tax Map Number W000-0792/011, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Talitha Brunson-Bell, Robert Mayo Brunson, III, Brandon Mayo Brunson, Benjamin Mayo Brunson, and Brittany Shenay Brunson aka Brittney Bunson. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, ROBERT MAYO BRUNSON, III , B R A N D O N M AY O BRUNSON, BENJAMIN MAYO BRUNSON, and B RI T T A N Y S H E N A Y BRUNSON aka BRITTNEY BUNSON, 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, 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 ROBERT MAYO BRUNSON, III , B R A N D O N M AY O BRUNSON, BENJAMIN M AY O BRUNSON, B RI T T A N Y S H E N A Y BRUNSON aka BRITTNEY BUNSON, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 and do what is necessary to protect their interests in this matter. An Extract, Teste: Continued on next column

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. ELAINE D. WINFREE, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL21-2936 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1814 Stockton Street, Tax Map Number S000-0237/002, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Elaine D. Winfree, Lucinda Winfree, Hortense Winfree Lambert, and Linwood L. Winfree, Jr. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, LUCINDA HAMPTON pka LUCINDA WINFREE and LINWOOD L. WINFREE, JR, 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 said owner, HORTENSE WINFREE LAMBERT, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; that CORNELIUS WINFREE, JR, 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 L U CI N D A H A M P T O N pka LUCINDA WINFREE, LINWOOD L. WINFREE, JR, HORTENSE WINFREE LAMBERT, CORNELIUS WINFREE, JR, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. RODNEY A. HARRIS, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1660 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2214 Seminary Avenue, Tax Map Number N000-0587/013, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Rodney A. Harris and Savannah Nicole Mann. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, RODNEY A. HARRIS, 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; that PLATINUM FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION, an entity not listed 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 RO D N E Y A . H A RRI S , PLATINUM FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION, an entity not listed in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. CHRISTINE ANDERSON THOMPSON, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1629 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit Continued on next column

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is to subject the property briefly described as 3246 Manorcrest Road, Tax Map Number C008-0591/032, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Christine Anderson Thompson, Deborah Kay Anderson Crouch, Theresa Mae Anderson Azucena, Anita Faye Anderson Lipford, Cornelia Sue Anderson Brewer, Gregory Allen Anderson, and Brenda Gay Anderson. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, CHRISTINE ANDERSON THOMPSON, has not been located and has not filed a response to this action; that said owners, DEBORAH KAY ANDERSON CROUCH, THERESA MAE ANDERSON AZUCENA, and ANITA FAYE ANDERSON LIPFORD, have not been located and have not filed a response to this action; that said owners, GREGORY ALLEN ANDERSON and BRENDA GAY ANDERSON, 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; 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 CHRISTINE ANDERSON THOMPSON, DEBORAH KAY ANDERSON CROUCH, THERESA MAE ANDERSON AZUCENA, ANITA FAYE ANDERSON LIPFORD, GREGORY ALLEN ANDERSON, BRENDA GAY ANDERSON, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. CHRISTIE THIGPEN, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1790 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3257 Cliff Avenue, Tax Map Number N000-1453/034, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Christie Thigpen. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, CHRISTIE THIGPEN, 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, 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 CHRISTIE THIGPEN, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. ESTELLA O. PRESSLEY, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1788 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1813 Claiborne Street, Tax Map Number W000-0840/021, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Estella O. Pressley. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, ESTELLA O. PRESSLEY, 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, 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 ESTELLA O. PRESSLEY, upon information and belief Continued on next column

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deceased, or her heirs, devisees, assignees or successors in interest, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. ETC CUSTODIAN FBO SABRINA O’NEAL IRA Z152671, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1784 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2205 North 26th Street, Tax Map Number E012-0291/003, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, ETC Custodian FBO Sabrina O’Neal IRA Z152671. An Affidavit having been filed that ETC CUSTODIAN FBO SABRINA O’NEAL IRA Z152671, the owner of record of said property, SABRINA O’NEAL, BENEFICIARY, which has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to the Beneficiary’s 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 ETC CUSTODIAN FBO SABRINA O’NEAL IRA Z152671, SABRINA O’NEAL, BENEFICIARY, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. KEITH W. GARY, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1787 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2015 Carlisle Avenue, Tax Map Number E011-0206/019, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Keith W. Gary. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, KEITH W. GARY, 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 KEITH W. GARY, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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

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Virginia, has not filed a response to this action; that FLEET MORTGAGE CORPORATION, an entity listed as “merged” with no additional information in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, B E N E F I C I A RY p e r a n assignment of Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 162 page 1266, said underlying deed of trust filed at Deed Book 488 page 184 on June 23, 1976, 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 G. MICHAEL LYONS, BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 0024113 on October 11, 2000, 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 KEVIN D. CUNNINGHAM, MYRA CUNNINGHAM BYRD, FLEET MORTGAGE CORPORATION, an entity listed as “merged” with no additional information in the records of the Virginia State Corporation Commission, B E N E F I C I A RY p e r a n assignment of Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Deed Book 162 page 1266, said underlying deed of trust filed at Deed Book 488 page 184 on June 23, 1976, G. MICHAEL LYONS, BENEFICIARY of a Deed of Trust filed in the records of the Richmond Circuit Court at Instrument Number 0024113 on October 11, 2000, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. ABBOTT FAMILY ASSET CONSERVATION TRUST, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1667 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 6521 Patterson Avenue, Tax Map Number W021-0130/011, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Abbott Family Asset Conservation Trust. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, ABBOTT FAMILY ASSET CONSERVATION TRUST, Marianne Clark, Trustee, 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 ABBOTT FAMILY ASSET CONSERVATION TRUST, Marianne Clark, Trustee, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before AUGUST 11, 2022 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. KEVIN D. CUNNINGHAM, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-546 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 936 Halsey Lane, Tax Map Number C005-0685/024, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Kevin D. Cunningham and Myra Cunningham Byrd. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, KEVIN D. CUNNINGHAM, 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; that said owner, MYRA CUNNINGHAM BYRD, who is not a resident of the Commonwealth of

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. 1ST PROPERTIES, LLC, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1624 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 3 East 35th Street, Tax Map Number S000-2292/012, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, 1st Properties, LLC. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, 1ST PROPERTIES, LLC, Madona Gali, Registered Agent, which has been served by posting and by mailing a copy of the complaint to the registered agent’s 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

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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 1ST PROPERTIES, LLC, Madona Gali, Registered Agent, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before JULY 14, 2022 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

IT IS ORDERED that ARTHUR J. COLLIER, JR, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before JULY 14, 2022 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

Circuit Court Clerk’s Office as Instrument No. 180025429 and confirmed by Final Order of Judgment recorded in the Richmond City Circuit Court Clerk’s Office as Instrument No. 220003547.

VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE CITY OF RICHMOND JOHN MARSHALL COURTS BUILDING CITY OF RICHMOND, Plaintiff, v. BRETT L. MARTIN, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1251 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 2904 Monet Court, Tax Map Number C008-0854/092, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Brett L. Martin and Daphne M. Martin. An Affidavit having been filed that said owners, BRETT L. MARTIN and DAPHNE M. MARTIN, 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, 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 BRETT L. MARTIN, DAPHNE M. MARTIN, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before JULY 14, 2022 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. VALERIE BROOKS, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1022 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 1705 North 19th Street, Tax Map Number E012-0283/003, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owners of record, Valerie Brooks and Clinton Peterson. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, VALERIE BROOKS, 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 said owner, CLINTON PETERSON, who is not a resident of the Commonwealth of Virginia, 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 VALERIE BROOKS, CLINTON PETERSON, and Parties Unknown, come forward to appear on or before JULY 14, 2022 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. ARTHUR J. COLLIER, JR, et al, Defendants. Case No.: CL22-1132 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to subject the property briefly described as 606 Effingham Drive, Tax Map Number C006-0760/044, Richmond, Virginia, to sale in order to collect delinquent real estate taxes assessed thereon in the name of the owner of record, Arthur J. Collier, Jr. An Affidavit having been filed that said owner, ARTHUR J. COLLIER, JR, 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.”

TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 3508 Carolina Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222. In execution of a certain Deed of Trust dated Deccember 13, 2018, in the original principal amount of $157,950.00 and recorded in the Richmond City Circuit Court Clerk’s Office as Instrument No. 180025430. The undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction in the front of the Richmond City Circuit Court, 400 North Ninth Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219 on June 30, 2022, at 10:00 AM, the property described in said Deed of Trust, located at the above address, and more particularly described as follows: All that certain parcel of land known as No. 3508 Carolina Avenue, lying and being in the City of Richmond, Virginia, and designated as Lot 8 and the southern 15 feet of Lot 7, Block 36, on the Plan of Highland Park, a plat which is recorded in the Clerk’s Office of the Circuit Court of Henrico in Plat Book 6, page 86, and bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point on the western line of Carolina Avenue distant thereon 140 feet northwardly from the intersection of the western line of Carolina Avenue with the northern line of Highland Street; thence from said front extending back westwardly between parallel lines 140 feet to an alley. It being the same property conveyed to 3508 Carolina Ave LLC by deed recorded in the Richmond City

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TERMS OF SALE: ALL CASH. A bidder’s deposit of ten percent (10%) of the sale price or ten percent (10%) of the original principal balance of the subject Deed of Trust, whichever is lower, in the form of cash or certified funds payable to the Substitute Trustee must be present at the time of the sale. The balance of the purchase price will be due within fifteen (15) days of sale, otherwise Purchaser’s deposit may be forfeited to Trustee. Time is of the essence. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser may, if provided by the terms of the Trustee’s Memorandum of Foreclosure Sale, be entitled to a $50 cancellation fee from the Substitute Trustee, but shall have no further recourse against the Mortgager, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Additional terms to be announced at the sale. For more information, including a form copy of the Trustee’s memorandum of foreclosure sale and contract to purchase real property, contact: Aaron D. Neal at McNamee Hosea, PA, 6411 Ivy Lane, Suite 200, Greenbelt, Maryland 20770, 301-441-2420. This is a communication from a debt collector and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. The sale is subject to seller confirmation. Substitute Trustee: Craig M. Palik, 950 N. Washington Street, Suite 210, Alexandria, VA 22314. MH No. 19925-0006. VIRGINIA: CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE COUNTY OF HENRICO E. MICHAEL HARRIS, GERTRUDE H. MCDONNOUGH and SHERWOOD A HARRIS, Plaintiffs, v. ALTON B. COLEMAN, DERWIN K. COLEMAN, LACOUNTES D. COLEMAN, RICHARD L. SMITH, JR., WILLIAM WALLER, MARGIE PAGE THOMPSON, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successorsin-title as “Parties Unknown,” MARGIE FRANCES THOMPSON, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successorsin-title as “Parties Unknown,” EMMETT THOMPSON, if he be living or if he be dead, his heirs, devisees, creditors, and successorsin-title as “Parties Unknown,” JOYCE H. SMITH, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successorsin-title as “Parties Unknown,” FRANCELLA H. COLEMAN, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successors-in-title as “Parties Unknown,” LILLIAN PAGE HARRIS, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successorsin-title as “Parties Unknown” and LAKEITA SMITH WALLER, if she be living or if she be dead, her heirs, devisees, creditors, and successors-in-title as “Parties Unknown,” Defendants. Case No.: CL22-2737 ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to approve the partition and/or sale of a parcel of land located in Henrico County, Virginia commonly known as Three (3) acres - Verna Court (ADJ Wingfield), Henrico, Virginia 23228, Parcel ID No. 779761-1821 (the “Property”). Continued on next column

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It appearing that there may be additional heirs of the Property who are now unknown parties, it is ORDERED that: Those unknown heirs or unknown parties of interest appear before this Court on or before July 18, 2022 after due publication of this Order of Publication in the Clerk’s Office, Circuit Court, Henrico County, Virginia and do what it is necessary to protect their interest herein. A Copy, Teste: HEIDI S. BARSHINGER, Clerk I ask for this: Gerald W. S. Carter (VSB #29792) HARRELL & CHAMBLISS LLP Eighth & Main Building

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