National
Governor Wes Moore Takes Office
by AFRO Staff – On Jan. 18, Governor Wes Moore was officially sworn into office on the steps of the Maryland State House. The first Black man to take the governor’s seat in the state publicly […]
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Editorials
Pursuing Martin Luther King Jr.’s Beloved Community
By Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC) – According to Dr. King, the creation of a beloved community would require the American people to address three great evils of society: racism, poverty, and militarism. My friend […]
Editorials
The Gantt Report
By Lucius Gantt – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has rejected an Advanced Placement African Studies course from being taught in Florida schools. But you shouldn’t be shocked, awed or upset because America’s politicians have never […]
Health
Four Ways to Reduce Risks of Cervical Cancer
HPV plays a role in causing most cervical cancer. Cervical cancer occurs in the cells of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. “While it isn’t clear what sparks the cervical cells […]
Greek Life
Alphas Honor King With Living History And Step Show
The Sigma Pi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. celebrated the life of civil rights icon and fraternity member, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with two events held in January. On Thursday, January […]
Local
Jaxons Spend 2023 MLK Day Spent Reflecting, Celebrating and Service
Every year Martin Luther King, Jr., (MLK) day is recognized as a day to be charitable, attend parades and luncheons to celebrate the iconic legends legacy. Kings legacy is honored with speeches from presidents and […]
Lifestyle
Betty Cotton Celebrates 67th Birthday Gatsby Style
Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, 1975 New Stanton graduate Betty Cotton was surprised with a 67th “Harlem Nights’ birthday themed celebration at the Grand Rosa Ballroom. Thinking she was headed to a restaurant to […]
Local
Jaguar Fans Show Off What Victory Looks Like
The Jaguars are headed to Missouri to play in the NFL’s divisional championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Saturday, January 21st at 4:15 p.m. inside GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The team recently won their wild card game against the Los […]
Community
Luncheon Agenda Pivots to Erase Breast Cancer Myths, Rumors and Stigmas
African American women are leading the charge for Breast Cancer awareness to eradicate the stigmas, myths and rumors in urban and rural communities. Recently, inside the American Legion Post 197 located in the Edgewood/Ave B […]
Lifestyle
Local Business Women Award Makeover for Deserving Woman
Five Black-owned women business owners on the First Coast recently partnered to give professional services to a deserving woman inside Nouvo Studio African-American hair salon. The Professional Circle of Women used their talents and expertise […]