Editorials
Power of The Tongue
By David Marshall – As we endure one mass shooting crisis to the next, it illustrates the nation’s void in leadership. We look to our elected officials to fulfill their oaths of office to protect […]
Month: September 2023
National
FL Congressman Maxwell Frost joins President Biden and VP Harris for Gun Violence prevention Announcement
By Mitch Perry Florida Pheonix –Six months after Orlando freshman Democratic Congressman Maxwell Frost filed legislation to establish an Office of Gun Violence Prevention, President Joe Biden made that a reality on Friday as he announced the […]
National
House GOP Tensions Escalate a Government Shutdown Looms: Minority Leader Jeffries Calls it a ‘Civil War’
“Let’s be clear: House Republicans are in the middle of a civil war. The House Republican civil war is hurting hard-working American taxpayers and limiting our ability to solve problems on their behalf.” By Stacy […]
Political
Support Swells for Black North Carolina Justice Amidst Partisan Investigation
NNPA NEWSWIRE — By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent, @StacyBrownMedia – “The investigation into Justice Earls is a clear attempt to stifle a powerful Black woman who fearlessly speaks out against injustice,” […]
Book Reviews
Gardening Can Be Murder
What is it about the garden that suits it to literary murder? Perhaps it is the poisonous plants, sharp tools, shady corners, and ready-made burial sites that make gardens a mainstay in the mystery genre. […]
Business
FUNdraising Good Times: $125 Million HBCU and Community Game Changer
Miles College in Fairfield, Alabama announced the public phase of its $125 million fundraising campaign. They are in the process of raising the remaining $25 million and have invited all to participate in their unique […]
Urban Traveler
Allegiant Air Celebrates Hispanic Month
LAS VEGAS. Sep. 20, 2023 – As part of Allegiant Travel Company’s (NASDAQ: ALGT) month-long celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the airline proudly highlights pilots who inspire and help others to pursue their dreams. One of Allegiant’s core […]
Sports
Jags Home Kick-Off Brings Fans Rain or Shine
Superbowl Champions, the Kansas City Chiefs, rebounded from their disappointing season-opening loss to defeat home team the Jacksonville Jaguars 17-9 in week 2 of the NFL season. The Jaguars defense kept hope alive throughout the […]
Lifestyle
Local Politician Premieres New After Dark Talk Show
Continuing his quest for media success, Black Films Matter co-founder Trey Ford is now the host of Duval After Dark Late Night Talk Show. Filmed inside Breezy’s Jazz house in San Marco, the after dark […]
Local
Ready for Prime Time: Local Film Maker Produces Horror Flick Starring Jax Cast Makes National Debut
By Lynn Jones – Filmed in only ten days in and around Duval and Clay counties, Bloody Frickin Mary is an urban horror film chock full of trash-talk, one-liners, laughter and blood splattering associated with […]