Ready, Set, School! Richmond YMCA Helps Students in Need
by Patrice Baltimore
Every year, students look forward to returning to school in the fall. It’s a time to reunite with friends, see a favorite teacher again, sit beside a best friend in homeroom or show off your new school clothes.
But for some children, it is not such a joyous time. Not all children are able [...]
A Different Kind of A-List
by Cesca Janece Waterfield
Jamilah Clay and Khidhra Smith enter a sunny café and it seems to brighten. They’ve come to talk about their project “The A-List.” It’s a term synonymous with glamour and a natural association with these stylish 27 year old New Yorkers.
But in Jamilah and Khidhra’s mission, the “a” is for abstinence and [...]
Promisses for Each Generation
Written by Cesca Janece Waterfield. Photographs by Steven McCarther of The McCarther Image.
In high schools and communities everywhere, Prom is a symbol of youth and romance; a transition into greater maturity. Just before buckling down to meet the rigor of final exams, Prom is a chance to enjoy elegance and fun.
But last spring Salena Johnson [...]
Opening Minds and Doors to Education
Written & Photographed by Cesca Janece Waterfield
Linwood Alford spoke at a luncheon last week for the Richmond/Henrico Retired Teacher’s Association. Ignoring the podium, he strolled among tables, punctuating his points with sure gestures; a dynamic speaker whose humor didn’t dilute the urgency of the day’s message: HIV Prevention among seniors.
The Richmond native is founder and [...]
Radio One Radio-thon Supports Kids at Camp
Written and photographed by Cesca Janece Waterfield.
“Miss Community” Clovia Lawrence wants everyone to know about the 2nd Annual Send a Kid to Camp Radio-thon.
On May 21 from 10am to 7pm on all Radio One stations, DJs will play anything you want – R&B, hip hop, easy favorites, or classic rock – for a $20 pledge. [...]
