Editorials
We Must Go to the Polls and Vote
By Richard Johnson – The need to exercise the right to vote was and still is a long battle that has cost precious lives at every turn throughout the struggles. Personally, I get it with those […]
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Political
Jacksonville Hires Redistricting Expert to Draw New City Council Maps
By Andrew Pantazi | The Tributary – A day after Jacksonville argued in court that it didn’t have enough time to pass new redistricting maps, City Council President Terrance Freeman rejected that. “The charge of this committee is […]
Health
How To Keep Joints Healthy as You Age
For joints to work well, they need cartilage, a slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones, acts like a shock absorber, and helps joints move smoothly. Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo, M.D., Ph.D., a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, says many […]
Entertainment
Boney James Brings his Soulful Sax to Jax
Saxophonist Boney James, quietly known as James Oppenheim is one cool guy, his mild mannered conversation is his pathway to his soulful musical sound. Born and raised in New Rochelle, New York, Boney’s childhood is […]
Community
Black Men’s Prostate Cancer Hub Opens
For two years, UFHealth, Mayo Clinic, American Legion Post 197, Protalks, Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, PHEN Network and Florida Blue have collaborated to bring prostate cancer awareness health seminars, workshops and events to the […]
Community
Northside Neighbors Vows to Keep Community Strong
By Lynn Jones – The Victoria Landing subdivision located on Soutel Drive held their 6th annual homeowners associations (HOA) block party. Residents enjoyed a bevy of assorted victuals, a DJ, assorted desserts and camaraderie of […]
Business
Reggie Fullwood Keynotes Cuppa Jax Coffee Forum
Piggybacking off its success in Tampa, Florida, organizers of the Cuppa series has brought the informal discussion think tank to Jacksonville. Dubbed Cuppa Jax, attendees meet monthly on a designated Wednesday to enjoy a small […]
Local
Ribault Inducts Hall of Fame Honorees
The Jean Ribault Athletic Hall of Fame committee festively inducted the 2021 and 2022 classes after a two year hiatus due to the pandemic. Held at Platinum Events, Ribault legends Laveranues Coles, Shelia Seymore-Pennik and […]
Local
Gullah History and Culture Celebrated in Springfield
October Gullah Fest was held in front of the shops on Pearl Street and 8th street for a day to celebrate Gullah heritage. Vendors and shop owners showcased their cultural wares while listening to speakers […]
Religion
Florida Families Find Solutions to Bullying From a Surprising Source
When their 5-year-old son came home from school with a bloody lip and scraped face, Daniel and Jessica discovered it was not just an innocent playground accident. Their child was being bullied. As millions of […]