June 2018 – Free Press of Jacksonville

Juneteenth Celebrated Throughout Northeast Florida

June 22, 2018 admin 0

Black history in America is diverse and distinctive, and one of the most unique historical celebrations that many African Americans recognize is called, Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, General Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, […]

Miss Duval Delivers Beauty and More Than meets the Eye

June 22, 2018 admin 0

On Sunday, June 17th, nine contestants vied for the coveted crown of Miss Duval 2018. Contestants strutted before a panel of seven judges and an enthusiastic crowd of fans. The categories of competition included presentation […]

Local Black Males Inspired for Bright Futures by 5000 Role Models

June 22, 2018 admin 0

Local members of the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Duval Chapter, a high school mentoring program, recently participated in a three day college tour visiting Valdosta State University, Florida State University, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and […]

Whitfield Concludes 50 Year Education Career With Festive Celebration

June 22, 2018 admin 0

Over the weekend family and friends of Vernice Pinkston-Whitfield met at the Premier Event Center celebrate her retirement. Pinkston-Whitfield retired this year after 21 years as a teacher and counselor at James Weldon Johnson College Preparatory […]

Neighbors Clean Up and Green Up Neighborhood

June 22, 2018 admin 0

The neighborhood along Robena Road, off of Interstate 295 and Lem Turner Road, is a vibrant community featuring condos and single family homes. Area resident Leon Barber’s daily routine always included morning walks where he noticed trash […]

EWC Cuts Ribbon at New Academic Building and Blesses its New Nat Glover Field and Stadium

June 22, 2018 admin 0

Edward Waters College (EWC) hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly acquired James Weldon Johnson building. EWC supporters were invited to join EWC’s 29th President, Dr. Nathaniel Glover, the 115th Bishop in the African Methodist […]

Agency Connects Urban Youth with Jobs and Workforce

June 22, 2018 admin 0

The “Eckerd Connects” program held their annual workforce awards celebration at Mount Olive Primitive Baptist Church. Sixteen participants were honored for their career goals and assessments. Eckerd Connects is a year round program that engages young […]