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Features

After 25 years in Richmond, 'Eddy the barber' is still living the American dream

After 25 years in Richmond, 'Eddy the barber' is still living the American dream

Benton Graham

July 22, 2025 | 7:09PM EDT

“I think his story is so great, and I don't know anybody that doesn't want to be part of it.”
By Benton Graham

25 in '25: Jo White and her mission to save the youth of Richmond


"I just love being able to watch them grow and see them succeed, because I see so many people go by the wayside."
By Ian Stewart
25 in '25: Jo White and her mission to save the youth of Richmond

25 in '25: Ed Shibley's dedication to the Lebanese Food Festival, and his neighbors, spans decades


Shibley said he’s been working at the Lebanese Food Festival since it started and uses grape leaves from his garden to make many of the dishes.
By Ian Stewart
25 in '25: Ed Shibley's dedication to the Lebanese Food Festival, and his neighbors, spans decades

25 in '25: Sally Holzgrefe started the Fan Arts Stroll


It started with a pile of leftover steel. It has become one of the highlights of Richmond’s arts calendar.
By Rich Griset
25 in '25: Sally Holzgrefe started the Fan Arts Stroll

25 in '25: Igmara Sanchez Prunier provides Latinos a space to grieve


Through Duelo Latino, Igmara Sánchez Prunier has created a unique environment for the city’s Latino population.
By Benton Graham
25 in '25: Igmara Sanchez Prunier provides Latinos a space to grieve

The Richmonder presents: 25 in '25


Meet the people who make us proud to be Richmonders.
By Richmonder Staff
The Richmonder presents: 25 in '25

'It's part of who I am': Richmond's large Cambodian community is learning to embrace its heritage


"I didn’t have a place to sleep. I didn’t know where my family was. Imagine in one life you see all that. Then all of a sudden you’re here in the United States."
By Chris Suarez
'It's part of who I am': Richmond's large Cambodian community is learning to embrace its heritage
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