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Birthright Citizenship: The 14th Amendment Was America’s Answer to a Lie

August 20, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By BlackPressUSA Newswire | ORLANDO ADVOCATE — The 14th Amendment was enacted to counter a historical “legal lie” that allowed the United States to deny membership to individuals born on American soil based on race. […]

Urban Traveler

St. Croix’s Buccaneer Hotel An Island Retreat That Leaves You Searching for Words

August 20, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By Lynn Jones (Urban Traveler) | Visiting St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands with lodging at The Buccaneer leaves you gathering your thoughts long after you’ve returned home. Some destinations are beautiful, while others are unforgettable. St. […]

Education

Florida Voters Back Students, Educators, and Strong Neighborhood Public Schools

August 19, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (August 18, 2026) – Florida voters sent a resounding message in Tuesday’s Primary Election: they stand firmly behind Florida’s students, educators, and public schools. By electing pro-public education school board candidates this Primary Election […]

National

2026: When Not Being ‘Woke’ May Say More About You Than Being Woke Does

August 17, 2026 Staff 0

by Sylvia Perry Long before “woke” became a political punchline, campaign slogan or catchall criticism, it carried a much simpler message in Black America: Pay attention. Stay alert. Know what is happening around you. The […]

Business

Tips for Avoiding Scams and Keeping your Bank Account Secure 

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By: Jacqueline Paladino, Consumer Banking Market Leader, Bank of America Jacksonville | Did you know that consumers have reported losing an average of more than $10 billion annually to imposter scams in recent years? This […]

Lifestyle

JuJu Seafood Wins Peoples Choice Award at Crab Cook-Off

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Jacksonville-based JuJu Seafood earned the People’s Choice Award at the 2nd Annual Crab Cook-Off, taking home a cash prize after attendees selected the local favorite during the culinary competition. Held at the Arlington campus of […]

Community

Accountability Demanded as Hecksher Drive’s George Crady Bridge Repairs Stall

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Public officials and residents are demanding answers about years of deferred maintenance and the future of the George Crady Bridge, saying the condition of the historic fishing bridge has left Duval County residents without access […]

Local

When Others Pull Back, Longshoremen Step Up for College Students

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

At a time when many programs supporting minority students are facing  cuts and uncertainty, the International Longshoremen’s Association Local 1408 Scholarship Fund is investing more than ever in higher education, awarding a record $82,000 in […]

Education

Presidential Learning Center Celebrates Milestone with First Summer Bash

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

As it approaches its first anniversary, Presidential Learning Center hosted its inaugural Summer Bash, bringing together students, families and staff, for a day of games, music, food, and community fellowship. The event celebrated the center’s […]

Community

Island Spice Grill Hosts Back-to-School Giveaway for Jacksonville Families

August 17, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Island Spice Grill, partnered with the Feed My Soul Foundation to help hundreds of Jacksonville students prepare for the new school year during the organization’s second annual Back-to-School Giveaway on the city’s Southside. The community […]

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