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Historic Black Catholic Group Continues 100 Year Mission at Thanksgiving

November 20, 2018 admin 0

The members of the Walter Darcy Court of the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary (KPCLA) make Thanksgiving a priority every year. For the turkey? No. For the pumpkin pie? No. “We emphasize this holiday […]

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Veterans Day 2018: A Time to Celebrate and Reflect for Black Vets

November 15, 2018 admin 0

The African American Abolitionist Frederick Douglas once asked the question, “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” For many Blacks that served in the military that question was very relevant when discussing the […]

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I’m A Star Teens Raise 126K for Homeless Peers

November 15, 2018 admin 0

A group of Jacksonville teens have decided to be change agents and have made fighting homelessness – especially amongst their peers a key area of focus. At a time in Duval County when youth violence […]

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Local Elders Receive Info and Education at Senior Expo

November 15, 2018 admin 0

Last week, local senior citizens joined several City of Jacksonville departments and other resource partners for two days devoted to sharing area programs and services available to residents. Held at the Morocco Shrine Center, several […]

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SGR Donates Money to Eradictae Youth Drowning

November 15, 2018 admin 0

Two years ago during the Summer Olympics in Rio, African American Simone Manuel shocked the world by winning an Olympic gold medal for the U.S. in the 100-meter freestyle. Not only did she shock the […]

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Thousands Attend Annual Northwest Classic

November 7, 2018 admin 0

Over 10,000 friends, family and alumnus of Raines and Ribault High schoolc onverged on Moncrief Road to witness the annual Northwest Football Classic between the two long time rivals. The Viking held off the Ribault […]

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Darryl Willie Wins School Board Seat on Second Attempt

November 7, 2018 admin 0

After running a highly competitive race for the School Board four years ago against an incumbent, Darryl Willie won a close race on Tuesday night. Willie will represent School Board District 4, a seat currently […]

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Clara White Mission Annual Fundraiser Honors Motherland

November 7, 2018 admin 0

When you think about natives who have made an impact on the City of Jacksonville, the names Eartha and Clara White are indelible. For over 100 years, the Clara White Mission (CWM) has catered to […]

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United Way Announces 10th Anniversary of Children Champion Awards Winners

November 2, 2018 admin 0

Last week, United Way of Northeast Florida announced its 2018 Children’s Champion Awards winners. This year marks the 10th anniversary of these awards, which honor two individuals each year, one in service and one in […]

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New Volunteer Mentor Group Formed to Help Youth

November 2, 2018 admin 0

When talking about the importance of mentoring, former First Lady Michelle Obama once said, ” I think that mentoring is such a critical part of the role I can play in my position. I see […]

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