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Hakeem Jeffries Becomes First Black American to Lead a Major Political Party in Congress

December 2, 2022 admin 0

NNPA NEWSWIRE — By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent – Jeffries said he hopes to find common ground with the G.O.P. where possible. He takes over the reins from long-time Speaker Nancy […]

Entertainment

Black Violin is Back Giving Thanks to the First Coast

December 2, 2022 admin 0

Black Violin virtuosos are back in action inside the Florida Theatre this weekend for their eclectic show featuring violinist Kevin Sylvester and Wilner Baptiste. Sylvester known as Kev Marcus, spoke to us today and is […]

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Florida Classic Rivalry Still Delivering Much Anticipated HBCU Camaraderie

December 2, 2022 admin 0

Every year a wave takes over central Florida the week before Thanksgiving bringing tens of thousands of HBCU lovers to Orlando for the annual Florida classic. It doesn’t matter who wins or loses the well […]

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Chamber Brings Diverse Hearts to the Longest Table

December 2, 2022 admin 0

After taking two years off, Jacksonville’s Longest Table was back recently with a huge turnout on a Wednesday night in Downtown Jacksonville. The 5th annual Longest Table brought together about 700 people at a table […]

Community

Team Work Makes the Dream Work for Needy Families

December 2, 2022 admin 0

Through partnerships, the Crucifixion Catholic Church has been dedicated to nearly a decade of helping needy families at Thanksgiving. “Some years ago, I told Marguerite [Warren] about the Schell-Sweet donating turkeys during the holidays. She […]

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Annual Holiday Luncheon Celebrates Legacy of Senior Advocate Joan Turner

December 1, 2022 admin 0

Each year, seniors from the neighborhood senior centers throughout Duval unite for a luncheon to honor senior-hood and the blessings of another thanksgiving.  Gathering together for the annual Senior Thanksgiving luncheon inside North Jacksonville Baptist […]

Greek Life

2022 Silver Rose Debutante Coterie: Gamma Rho Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

December 1, 2022 admin 0

The Gamma Rho Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated has served over eighty years on the Jacksonville Community. The chapter opened its 21st Biannual Silver Rose Debutante Coterie on June 2, 2022, during […]

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