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The Rolling for Freedom Project, the NAACP, the ACLU and other work groups received the report during a recent meeting with the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Director of Restoration of Rights. I will keep you updated on the numbers when they are available. If you were convicted of a felony and would like […]
Miss Community Clovia had the chance to check in on Richmond Mayor, Dwight C. Jones and shed some light on some of the initiatives he’s been working on around the city. Mayor Dwight C. Jones discusses poverty in the city of Richmond and what he plans on doing to fix this overwhelming problem.
The midterm congressional elections are done. The next Virginia election is November 2011 that’s when all seats are up for grabs in the General Assembly and local government. For more information on the voting process and election results log on to the State Board of Elections website at www.sbe.virginia.gov. I believe in voting the issue […]
Congressman Connolly will play the wait game since 921 votes separates a sure win for him or his Republican challenger Keith Fimian. The margin is less than one-percent, Fimian will be allowed to request a recount after November 21st. To learn more information about the recount process and voting just log on to the State […]
Rev. Al Sharpton discussed with me the importance of this midterm congressional election on Tuesday, November 2, 2010. The polls are open today from 6am-7pm. If you are a registered voter in Virginia, please exercise your right to vote. We are working and living basically where we want to because our ancestors fought and died for that vote. Make history […]
Richmond, Eastern Henrico, Hanover and Mechanicsville experienced what some are calling a tornado. There was debris, downed trees and powerlines across secondary and major roads. Just under a 1,000 people are still with power. The Richmond Fire Department and the Department of Public Utilities have begun the clean-up. For more information log on to www.richmondgov.com
If he or she hits you they dont love you just want to control you. If you are being victimized by domestic violence or know of someone who is call Safe Harbor’s hotline (804) 287-7877. Please go to Safe Harbor’s website for more information at www.safeharborshelter.com. Join me for Community Conversations this Saturday at […]
Application packets to attend Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School and the International Studies and Appomattox Regional Governor’s Schools for the Arts and Technology are available now at Richmond City middle schools. Parents your child must apply while in the 8th grade. Information sessions will be held in November. For more information, call Richmond public schools […]
The Richmond Times-Dispatch newspaper requested and the Department of Human Resources Management handed over state employees names, job titles and salaries. The newspaper filed the request under the Freedom of Information Act which is legal because state salaries are public record with the exception of a slim few. Please share your thoughts with me… public […]
Stop and shop in the city of Richmond. Mayor Jones’ commission will hold its public forum to get input from residents on making the city more pedestrian friendly. The public forum is this evening from 6:30 to 9 at the Carillon in Byrd Park. The commission will look at ways to improve the city’s gateways, […]
If you were convicted of a felony and would like to start the process of getting your rights restored get information here. Please obtain copies of your sentencing orders and proof that you have paid all fines and restitution -then start the process. The next rollin’ rally stop is Thursday, January 27, 2011. But until then, go to the […]
The city’s Cold Weather shelter will open tonight at Sixth Mount Zion Church, 14 West Duvall Street. Also, if you are in need of fuel assistance for gas and electric, the city’s Department of Social Services will accept Crisis Assitance applications now through March 15, 2011. Pick up an application at DSS, 900 East Marshall Street, […]
