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Dismissed for too long, black chefs are seizing their moment “We are the backbone of every single facet of American food ways,” said one food writer.

September 6, 2019 admin 0

Sept. 6, 2019, 10:34 AM EDT By Nick Charles A few months ago, Jessica B. Harris, the expert of African American culinary history and writing, was inducted in the Cookbook Hall of Fame of the James […]

Local

Divine Nine Kick Off Service Year with Circle of Love

September 6, 2019 admin 0

The nine historically Black Greek letter organizations that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) recently gathered together to kick off their service year in faith and unity. Collectively, these organizations are referred to as “The Divine […]

OPED

Olympian Michael Phelps makes Dream Come True for Local swimmer

September 6, 2019 admin 0

Dreams Come True, the First Coast’s locally-based dream granting organization, welcomed home 16-year-old Jacksonville resident, Rian Covington. Rian was returning from a surprise meet and greet in Phoenix, Arizona with competitive swimmer and Olympian, Michael […]

OPED

Kick Off Introduces New Members to Kids Hope Alliance Provider team

September 6, 2019 admin 0

The Kids Hope Alliance (KHA) held its Afterschool Provider Kick-off, hosting nearly 100 program directors, managers, and staff to touch base, network, and discuss best practices for the ’19-’20 school year. A number of important […]

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Sights and Scenes: Jaguars Leave Pre-Season with Zero Wins Fans Still Ready for Some Football

September 6, 2019 admin 0

In celebration of the team’s 25th season, the top 25 non-active players in franchise history will be featured at each home game. Thursday’s pre-season game versus the Atlanta Falcons left fans with another disappointing 31  […]

Local

Duval Resident is Crowned 2019 Ms. World International Premier

September 6, 2019 admin 0

Duval resident, Shawana Boyer was recently crowned Ms. World International Premier in Coral Springs, FL. Hundreds of applicants underwent several qualification and elimination rounds to become one of the 62 semi-finalists from around the globe. […]

Political

New Poll Has Sen. Kamala Harris Beating Trump By Double Digits

August 29, 2019 admin 0

By NewsOne Staff Posted August 28, 2019 Sen. Kamala Harris has been struggling in the polls ever since the second debate when she was hit hard on her record by Tulsi Gabbard. However, if the presidential election were […]

News

Governor Ron DeSantis Selects Three Inductees to the Florida Civil Rights Hall of Fame

August 29, 2019 admin 0

On August 28, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the selection of Daniel Webster Perkins, Dr. Charles Ullman Smith and Henry “Hank” James Thomas to the Florida Civil Rights […]

National

News Anchor Apologizes To Black Co-Host For Saying On-Air He Resembled A Gorilla

August 29, 2019 admin 0

08/27/2019 01:44 pm ET Updated 1 day ago KOCO’s Alex Housden made the racist comment to Jason Hackett after a story about the primate at the Oklahoma City Zoo. By Rebecca Shapiro A TV news anchor in […]

Lifestyle

Woodlawn Presbyterian Hots Pretty Hat Luncheon

August 28, 2019 admin 0

This past Saturday, more than 300 guests dressed in stylish hats and their “Sunday best” for Woodlawn Presbyterian Women’s Organization’s pretty hat luncheon.  Named “Hats, Hats, Hats,” the event showcased hats for every occasion: work, cocktail […]

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