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FLAJAX Club Celebrates 96th Annual Christmas Gala

December 31, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in downtown Jacksonville was the location where FLAJAX Club members, family and friends came together to celebrate Christmas for the club’s 96th year.  Nearly 300 patrons and members enjoyed fine […]

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Sweater Drive Nets Homeless Winter Essentials

December 18, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

WJCT Public Media and community partners distributed more than 10,000 pounds of sweaters, jackets, and blankets collected during the 23rd annual Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive. These donations are now in the hands of First […]

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Alphas Mark 100 Years as Upsilon Lambda Chapter Celebrates Century of Brotherhood and Services

December 18, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The Upsilon Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. hosted its centennial celebration gala at the Hyatt Regency hotel to commemorate a historic milestone – 100 years of brotherhood, scholarship, and service to the […]

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Quad County Ques Culminate Achievement Week

December 18, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Chanda Holsey | The Iota Mu Nu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. also known as the “Quad County Ques” hosted their Achievement Week Scholarship Banquet, an annual event that serves as an […]

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Judge Brian Davis Honored with Portrait Unveiling

December 18, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

In a recent ceremony at the Bryan Simpson United States Courthouse in Yulee, the federal judiciary and legal community celebrated the  official unveiling of the portraits of Senior U.S. District Judge Brian J. Davis, alongside […]

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New Roller Rink to Revive a Bygone Era of Skating

December 8, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Planet Skate Roller Rink, a veteran-owned business, recently opened its doors to the public during the Thanksgiving holiday, bringing long-awaited recreational options to the Northside community. Located at 9441 Lem Turner Road, in the former […]

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Educator’s Experience Helps to Navigate Youths Mental Health Success

December 8, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Gail Carter-Cade has a story to tell. Her resume  includes 15+ years of teaching and 30 years as a stylist. As a mother, entrepreneur, educator, and writer she has firsthand experience on the challenges families […]

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OneJax Unifies City for the Holidays with Interfaith service

December 8, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The annual Onejax Interfaith Thanksgiving Gratitude tradition service brings people of all faiths together in the spirit of gratitude and unity. This year, Jax Beach Palms Presbyterian Church hosted the Thanksgiving Interfaith Gratitude Service, offering […]

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Annual EWC/Church Partnership helps Needy Families

December 5, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By M. Warren – Since 2014, Church of the Crucifixion Catholic Church and the Edward Waters University Schell-Sweet Community Resource Center have shared resources and provided a Thanksgiving feast to more than 600 needy Jacksonville […]

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Collard Green Cook-Off Brings Healthy Options to the Community

December 5, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

When it comes to a soul food meal in families of color, collard greens will always be on the list! With a variety of flavorful additions, every chef has their secret seasonings. Locally, E.B. Johnson […]

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