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New Historical Marker and Open House Honor Renowned Local Artist Augusta Savage

September 21, 2022 admin 0

The City of Green Cove Springs recently dedicated the new Florida Historical Marker at the childhood home of Augusta Savage on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in Green Cove Springs. City officials also held an […]

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Mayo Opening Prostate Cancer Hub at American Legion Post to Aid Black Men

September 7, 2022 admin 0

by Lynn Jones-Turpin – The Inclusive Cancer Care Research Equity (iCCaRe) for Black Men Consortium was recently launched through funding from the Department of Defense to address prostate cancer disparities globally. To ensure that Black […]

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Families in Need Receive Prayer, Food and Faith for Back to School

September 7, 2022 admin 0

 With the pandemic still here, and children just starting the school year, families are finding that their money is not stretching as far as it once did.  Recently, The House of Prayer teamed up with […]

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ILA Celebrates Academic Success with Awarding Nearly $50K in Scholarships

August 17, 2022 admin 0

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) Local 1408 Scholarship Fund awarded a record $46,500 in scholarships to 21 area high school seniors and college students during a ceremony this week at Edward Waters University (EWU). The […]

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Raines and Ribault Alumni Party All White with a Purpose

August 17, 2022 admin 0

The recent Ribault and Raines ‘All White Day’ event was a collaboration to raise awareness and funds to support the city’s two historically black high schools. Ribault and Raines continue to nurture and educate the […]

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Youth Actors Recreate Dreamgirls Stageplay Wowing Neighborhood Audience

August 17, 2022 admin 0

Don’t Miss A Beat (DMAB) summer campers performed the Broadway production of “Dreamgirls” for more than 600 people showcasing their skills in the arts. Their incredible performance was met with a standing ovation from the […]

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Community Clean-Up Highlights Alpha’s Anniversary

August 4, 2022 admin 0

The Sigma Pi Lambda chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. celebrated the third anniversary of their chapter chartering by beautifying Clay County. Under the leadership of member James Wesley, the chapter has partnered with […]

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Back to School Event Uplifts the Urban Core

August 4, 2022 admin 0

By Lynn Jones-Turpin – An early morning exercise workout was on the agenda for the Florida Blue, Protalks, Mayo, partners and supporters back to school health awareness day held recently on the grounds of the […]

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June Barnes Celebrates 70th Birthday with Dancing in the Street Theme

July 29, 2022 admin 0

Raines Class of 1970 graduate Alexis June Barnes closed down the street in the Almeda/Avenue B neighborhood to celebrate her 70th birthday. Motown music blared from the speakers, while family friends from near and far […]

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Senior Volunteer Eunice Smith Celebrates Being Alive to Thrive at 85

July 29, 2022 admin 0

By Lynn Jones – Celebrating a milestone, Eunice Smith celebrated her 85th birthday with family and friends inside the Mary Singleton Senior center where she proudly volunteers.  Born July 24, 1937 in Valdosta, Georgia, Smith […]

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