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The Dream Cannot be Realized Without Financial Freedom

January 19, 2026 Staff 0

The Dream Cannot be Realized Without Financial Freedom NNPA NEWSWIRE — Dr. King spent the final chapter of his life pushing the country to face economic injustice. The day before he was tragically assassinated, Dr. […]

National

Virginia’s Historic Swearing-In Highlights Trends That Could Shape Florida and the Midterms

January 19, 2026 Staff 0

  by Sylvia Perry RICHMOND, Va. — As the despot actions of the Commander in Chief are witnessed around the world, Virginia’s voters had other ideas. Once the capital of the confederacy, their electorate has put […]

Health

Fruits, Veggies, and Faith: The Daniel Fast Explained

January 19, 2026 Staff 0

by Rev. Dorothy Boulware (The Amsterdam News) The beginning of the year is prime time for thoughtful people to engage in introspection, prayer, and meditation — seeking clarity for the journey ahead. For people of […]

Local

President Almost Makes History Again as the First Administration NOT to Acknowledge MLK Day

January 19, 2026 Staff 0

**** Please note the White House sent out a proclamation regarding MLK Day at 8:15 PM By Sylvia Perry As the nation marked the 40th federal observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, […]

Sports

End of an Era: Mike Tomlin’s Departure and Its Meaning for Black Coaches in the NFL

January 15, 2026 Staff 0

After a historic 19-season run in Pittsburgh, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin told his team that he’s leaving during a meeting. Tomlin never had a losing season, compiled a 193–114–2 regular-season record, led the team […]

Entertainment

Hometown Hero Lil Duval Leading in Entertainment and as a Community Role Model

January 15, 2026 Staff 0

Hometown hero Roland Powell, better known as Lil Duval, has built a multifaceted career in comedy, television, music and film, all while staying deeply connected to his roots in Jacksonville, Florida. Born and raised in […]

Greek Life

Generationally Greek: When Divine Nine Membership Becomes a Family Tradition

January 13, 2026 Staff 0

by ReShonda Tate | Defender Network For many families, Black Greek life is more than colors, calls, and college memories — it is a legacy. It’s the sound of a grandmother’s stories from her HBCU […]

Local

When Humanity Meets the Headlines: Jacksonville Free Press Jaguar’s Moment Sparks Viral National Journalism Dialogue

January 12, 2026 Staff 0

  by Sylvia Perry JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A brief exchange between longtime Jacksonville Free Press reporter Lynn Jones and Jaguars head coach Liam Coen following the team’s season-ending playoff loss has sparked a national debate […]

Education

School Board Member Under Fire for Describing his Experience with Blacks as “Nasty, Rude and Problematic”

December 23, 2025 Staff 0

Robert Alvero, a member of the Clay County School Board, is under intense public and official criticism following a since-deleted social media video in which he made disparaging statements about the African-American community – citizens […]

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Jaguars Clinch a Playoff Spot After Landmark Victory Over Denver Broncos

December 23, 2025 Staff 0

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In a defining moment of the 2025 NFL season, the Jacksonville Jaguars, long considered a small-market franchise by the big boys, clinched a playoff berth following a significant 34-20 road victory over […]

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