Dolly Parton, whose father was illiterate, founded Imagination Library in 1995. She has given away more than 300 million books.
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Posted inCommunity
Meet the TikToker who’s unearthing Richmond’s hidden gems
Alicia “Nunu” Freeman’s social media videos blend curiosity, love for the city, and storytelling to uplift local businesses and community pride.
Posted inSchools
Here’s your chance to help solve WCCUSD’s money problems
The school district has scheduled more than a dozen community meetings to collect input on how it can become fiscally stable.
Posted inCity
Mistaken alert about flaring at Richmond Chevron refinery sparks confusion
The refinery accidentally issued a Level 2 warning Tuesday afternoon, prompting an automated advisory about respiratory risks.
Posted inSchools
Books for babies: How Richmond families are building home libraries, one delivery at a time
A Berkeley nonprofit is delivering age-appropriate books to children under five in Richmond and San Pablo, helping them start kindergarten ready to read — no matter their family’s income.
