by Jevata Herman
 
With fall swiftly approaching, school bells ring as a new semester begins, leaving summer hair care concerns. The most frequently asked question: “What will I do with my hair?”
 
After the pool has closed, autumn air cools and there are new hair care rules. A “mane ingredient” that we so appreciate during our hottest […]

 
Photographed by Kimberly Frost. Wylie Jones, Guitar, 31; Sam Krivanec, Bass, 33; Mike Sheroshick, Drums, 26; Jake Larson (The Mayor), Percussion, 32; Tim Reardon, Vocals/Keys; Gordon; Joshua Dowell
 
Richmond band Antero will open for Culture at Toad’s Place, at the “Reggae Party,” Sep. 6. Although Wylie Jones is the only Richmond-native in the band, there’s no […]

 
On Sep. 6, Culture, Jamaica’s legendary traditional reggae band, will perform at Toad’s Place. The tour is an exciting if poignant milestone in Culture’s thirty-plus year career. Founding member, Joseph Hill, died in 2006 while the band was on tour in Germany. Saturday’s performance will introduce Richmond to his son, Kenyatta, who stepped forward […]

Histories of Greatness, Futures of Distinction at Regional HBCU’s
 

 
Virginia Union University
1500 N. Lombardy St., Richmond 257-5600 www.VUU.edu
 
At the end of the Civil War, many individuals, organizations, churches, and former slaves, eager to provide education for thousands of freedmen, set about establishing schools, even before the war’s end. The American Baptist Home Mission Society founded a […]

Shafonne Myers, Wedding Revolutionary
 

 
Shafonne Myers of Making Your Event Special, L.L.C. is the live wire organizer every bride and groom want working for them. She’s charming, meticulous, and enjoys a wide network of professionals who excel at putting polish on every facet of a gala event. In touch with trends and our times, Shafonne considers […]

What goes into the making of an American Dream?
 
There are as many methods as there are makers, of course, but also a few constants: a quest driven by curiosity; opportunity often bestowed by an honored guide who’s already navigated his dream’s terrain. Hopefully, there’s triumph, because obstacles to dreams are inevitable.
 
For Dr. Lauranett Lee, Curator […]

Richmond Public Libraries
 
The idea of storing written information is as old as civilization, and evidence makes clear that forms of libraries existed as long ago as 5000 years. Today, libraries house media of all kind. From books to magazines, encyclopedias and audio recordings, DVDs and documents, microfilm, maps, and more, the information you can access […]

Even with recent drops in gas prices, we’re always looking for ways to save on its hefty cost. Did you know you can dramatically improve your gas mileage just by making a few changes to your driving habits? By implementing a few basic changes, you will save money. You will also enjoy safer conditions, lower […]

End-of-Summer Fun at Hadad’s Lake
 

 
On August 23, Hadad’s Lake is going to be the site for one big Splash when the 7th Annual Seafood Splash brings families and couples together for a feast and fun. The event features live music, basketball, volleyball, a water slide, paddle boat rides, and card games. The cost of entrance […]

Written and Photographed by Danny Holcomb
 
Behind a bright red door at 4 E. Grace Street in downtown Richmond lies a little bit of New York City.
 
Beyond Beauty Salon and Spa is the brainchild of former New Yorker Yonnette Poindexter. Yonnette came to the United States from Guyana with her parents in the late ‘70s when […]