RVA News
A Virginia woman is bringing home the Miss USA crown, and making history along the way. Justus Kelley, representing Virginia, was crowned Miss USA 2026 Thursday night in Miami, marking a major moment for the state and the national pageant. The 31-year-old Arlington native made history as the first mother and first married woman to win the […]
Mad Skillz is making sure some Richmond-area kids are starting the school year with more than just a new schedule, they’re starting it with some fresh kicks. Related | Mad Skillz Celebrates BLK Win, Talks With Bambi for Interview The Richmond rapper recently took to Instagram to share his back-to-school giveaway, showing how he spent […]
A new school year is officially underway, and for students at Richmond School of the Arts, this year comes with a major change. Students returned to class this week and stepped into a brand-new building designed to give them a modern space to learn, create and grow. The new Richmond School of the Arts is […]
Virginia’s own Mad Skillz is adding another achievement to his impressive career after being honored with an award at this year’s BLK RVA Community Awards. Related | BLK RVA Community Awards Celebrates Black Excellence in RVA The celebration brought together some of the influential voices in the Richmond community, making the recognition a special moment […]
Richmond came together Friday night to celebrate the people, businesses and organizations helping shape the city’s Black culture and community hosted by Kiss Richmond’s Ms. Community Clo. The 2026 BLK RVA Community Awards, presented Wells Fargo, took place August 21 at the Hippodrome Theater, bringing together community leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and change makers for an […]
If you thought our first Black Business Month Social Series was a good time, Part 2 took things to another level. This week, even more Richmond entrepreneurs, business owners and community members came out to connect, network and support one another – with K Samone helping host the evening and bringing her own energy to […]
Back-to-school prep time in Richmond: get supplies, schedules, and outfits ready for the new school year.
Richmond's Black-owned businesses shine at Radio One's social series, fostering connections and celebrating community.
Urban One is amplifying HBCU's Yard culture with a new tour.
Richmond Jazz Festival 2026 wows with unforgettable moments, from D'Angelo tribute to Erykah Badu's electrifying performance.
The Richmond Jazz & Music Festival featured diverse artists, drew a cross-generational crowd, and provided an immersive musical experience.
Richmond-area shoppers have all weekend to score tax-free savings as Virginia’s annual Sales Tax Holiday officially kicks off today. Related | Richmond’s New 686 Area Code: What You Need to Know Running through Sunday, August 9, the tax holiday gives families a chance to save on back-to-school shopping, emergency preparedness supplies, and select energy-efficient products before […]