Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Jacksonville recently presented their 9th Annual ‘Women with Heart’ luncheon at the Florida Blue Conference Center raising over $140,000 for free healthcare for the working uninsured. This year, VIM was excited to recognize […]
By Thomas & Bobbi Simmons | The greatest champion of all times, Muhammad Ali once said, “Champions aren’t made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them- a desire, a dream, a […]
by Nichole Manna | The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office spent the past year bolstering its medical care in the Duval County jail after it received blistering criticism for the number of deaths reported at the facility, conditions […]
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with millions diagnosed each year. Despite advances in treatment, much work remains to improve outcomes and the speed at which treatment effectiveness can be assessed. […]
By Lynn Jones | Nickel Boys movie, directed by Ramell Ross, has earned significant acclaim for its poignant portrayal of the horrific abuse endured by boys at a Florida reform school, inspired by the real-life […]
The most recent Edward Waters University (EWU), Stay Woke Distinguished Speaker Series event featured Dr. Umar Johnson. This series explores Black history and experiences, offering a platform for accomplished speakers to share insights and engage […]
By Lynn Jones | Statistically African Americans are low on the totem pole when it comes to learning how to swim. The reasons are either trauma from a pool experience when they were young, a near […]
Local non-profit Urban-GeoPonics, recently hosted a “Neo-Soulful Bonfire Camp Out” at the Kemetic River Estate located across from the newly built Ribaut High School. Attendees enjoyed camping under the stars, two DJs and attendees dancing […]
The original “funkateer” George Clinton of Parliament fame, entered the Florida Hall of Fame just one week after being inducted into the National Songwriters Hall of Fame on a Jacksonville stage. Hosted by Secretary of […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Vanessa Baffour-Singletary Phone: 904-365-1400 Email: vsingletary@coj.net Date: 2/20/2025 Reminder: March 1, 2025, Deadline to File for 2025 Property Tax Exemptions Jacksonville, FL – The Duval County Property Appraiser’s Office reminds property […]
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