Reflecting on his past, retired NBA player Johnny Newman recalled being greatly influenced by the morals found in the Wizard of Oz: respect, perseverance and hope. Now, as board president of the Henrico Police Athletic League, a nonprofit that works to foster positive relationships between law enforcement officers and the
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Details about COVID-19 testing hours at the new Richmond Raceway site; Henrico Police arrest a man in connection with the shooting death of the brother of a Washington Football team player; police seek tips about a weekend murder; former UR basketball star Johnny Newman is honored for his work with
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Between his six-foot-seven height and his fame as a former professional basketball player, John S. 'Johnny’ Newman, Jr. is an easily recognizable figure around the Richmond area. But when fans flag him down on the streets of Henrico County, they are not necessarily looking for an autograph – or to
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The Henrico Police Athletic League held its 11th Annual Awards Banquet Oct. 28 at The Westin Hotel, honoring several participants and volunteers. Henrico PAL Board Member Dr. Michelle McQueen-Williams served as mistress of ceremonies and Henrico PAL STEM Coordinator Daphne Schmidt introduced the keynote speaker, former Miss America Heather French-Henry.
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