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Religion

It’s Hard to Close Black Churches Amid COVID-19

March 25, 2020 admin 0

African American clergy respond to pandemic with unique considerations of culture, history, and faith values. ELAINE HOWARD ECKLUND AND DEIDRA CARROLL COLEMAN, MARCH 24, 2020 Image: Larry Dixon Jr / Lightstock When deciding to close the […]

Political

African Americans Have Been Blocked From Voting, but the Black Vote is Not a ‘Bloc’

March 25, 2020 admin 0

Black History Month’s theme for 2020 is African Americans and the Vote. Three Penn scholars define what the “Black vote” means when viewed through history, and what it doesn’t mean when viewed as an indivisible […]

Health

Why We Need More African-Americans in Medicine

March 24, 2020 admin 0

By Vernon Williams, M.D., Contributor  As i reflect on the significance of Black History Month in my life, I can’t help but think of the African-American mentors who blazed the trails before me. These are individuals […]

Religion

Black Marriage Day 2020: A Celebration of Love and Commitment

March 24, 2020 admin 0

BY CHARLENE MUHAMMAD -NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT FINAL CALL Many agree marriage is a cornerstone to strong families, communities, and nations and say it comes at great cost and not without a fight—especially for Black couples in America. […]

Local

Partners Prepare for Census Digital Training

March 24, 2020 admin 0

The Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DST) partnered with the City of Jacksonville and the U.S. Census to ensure that the most underserved communities are counted.  Recently DST and partners held […]

Local

JTA Shows Appreciation for Public Service Employees

March 24, 2020 admin 0

Transit Driver and Maintenance Appreciation Day is recognized nationally to show thanks to the frontline employees who keep transportation systems running across the country. This year, it is especially important due to the nation’s fight […]

Editorials

Renters Need Eviction Protections, Too

March 24, 2020 admin 0

by Philly Tributne Renters tend to be more economically vulnerable than homeowners. In general, renters tend to have lower incomes and cannot tap into the equity in their homes as a line of credit in […]

Political

Senate Prepares For 3rd Vote on Stimulus Package

March 24, 2020 admin 0

March 24, 2020 By Alice Shea A third vote could be in store Tuesday as congressional leaders continue to battle over a $2 trillion spending plan to ease the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. […]

Sports

Charles Barkley Tests Negative For Coronavirus After Week In Self-Isolation

March 24, 2020 admin 0

Charles Barkley (CNBC Photo) NY Magee, EURWEB Charles Barkley has revealed that he tested negative for COVID-19 after showing symptoms of the virus on March 12. “I’ve received my COVID-19 test results this morning and they […]

Entertainment

Oprah Reveals Stedman is Self Quarantining in Guest House

March 24, 2020 admin 0

Due to Graham’s recent travels, the couple is keeping a distance from each other to protect Winfrey’s health. By  DeMicia Inman The coronavirus pandemic has the world on pause and celebrities are included in the swift […]

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