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The Gantt Report: MLK Day and Black History Month Plans

December 29, 2023 admin 0

By Lucius Gantt – Every year around this time, I write about how churches, schools, and community organizations celebrate Martin Luther King’s birthdate and Black History Month.        The 2024 observances will mirror celebrations of past […]

Local

Local Urban Drowning Advocacy Brings Home an Emmy

December 21, 2023 admin 0

The Ripple Effect – a five part series focusing on the racial disparities surrounding swimming and drowning rates in Northeast Florida has win an Emmy recently at  the 47th Annual Suncoast Emmy Awards in Hollywood, […]

Community

Raines ’76 Vikings Spread Holiday Reunion Cheer

December 21, 2023 admin 0

When it comes to scholastic aptitude and African American history legacy, William M. Raines Vikings High School alumni stay in the forefront celebrating their success. In celebration of the season, the Raines Class of 1976 […]

Education

Kipp School Secures Technology Certifications for Higher Education Options

December 21, 2023 admin 0

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony at KIPP Bold City High School to unveil its new cutting-edge Cybersecurity Room. This significant event was made possible through a collaborative effort with leading organizations: FIS, […]

Local

Northside’s First Entertainment Venue in Decades Thriving Amidst Local Protester

December 21, 2023 admin 0

By Lynn Jones | Unique Academy of Excellence owned by 1982 Raines graduate Lisa Norman has been located in the Shoppes of Sherwood for years. The plaza is also home to other businesses ranging from […]

Lifestyle

Christmas Concept Offering Seasonal Shoppers a Taste of Culture

December 21, 2023 admin 0

Retired Army Commander Darryl Goodman turned his passion for travel and commerce into an opportunity for local residents with the presentation of his African Bazaar ‘pop up shops.’ Delivering custom made designs and authentic fabrics […]

Community

Local Families Benefit from Annual December to Remember

December 21, 2023 admin 0

Christmas is going to be a lot jollier for five Jacksonville families. The 29th annual ‘December to Remember,’ Christmas party was recently held at the Police Athletic League northside location. The event was hosted by […]

Community

Naval Station Collects Toys for Tots

December 21, 2023 admin 0

Defense Logistics Agency Jacksonville (DLAJ) held its 4th annual ‘Pile Up the Pony Toys for Tots,’ collection drive. This year, the team donated and distributed 422 toys to underserved children from their Naval Air Station […]

Health

Mayo Clinic Gifts $5 Million to Sulzbacher Center to Address Critical Community Healthcare Needs

December 20, 2023 admin 0

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. ― Mayo Clinic in Florida has donated $5 million to the I.M. Sulzbacher Center and will become the “Healthcare Partner” of the nonprofit’s Enterprise Village, a new multibuilding expansion in Northwest Jacksonville, which will provide resources to people and […]

Health

Consumer Health: Flu Vaccination and Cancer

December 19, 2023 admin 0

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Mayo Clinic recommend a yearly flu vaccination for everyone 6 months and older, with rare exceptions. Vaccination is your best defense against flu. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, […]

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