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African Americans played critical roles in ensuring Allied victory in World War II. And, in many ways, World War II laid the foundations for the civil rights movement. In 1941 fewer than 4,000 African Americans were […]

JACKSONVILLE, FL – November 13, 2017 – Foundation for Fortitude has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity […]

“The Golden Nutcracker,” a contemporary ballet which includes all genres of dance, choreographed by local artist Kezia Rolle, débuted last weekend to sold out audiences at the Ritz Theater. Styles of classical ballet, modern, jazz, […]

This past weekend Naval Air Station (NAS) Jacksonville hosted the 2017 Jacksonville Sea and Sky Air show to showcase ultimate flying acts. The skies were transformed into the backdrop for the exciting air acts and […]

Pearl Street Plaza was crammed over the weekend with hundreds of beauty school members, students, neighborhood residents and city council members to celebrate Total Beauty Institute’s inaugural Happy Harvest day event. The parking lot was […]

After the closing in August 2017 for renovations, the Brentwood Public Library is now open for everyone to enjoy. On Monday, October 30th, the grand reopening of the Brentwood Public Library kicked off with a […]

The Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) is kicking off its 50th anniversary celebration with the unveiling of the first Hall of Fame honorees at the Aviation Gallery. Bessie Coleman, Ruth Law, Laurie Yonge, Charles Lindbergh, and […]

Edward Waters College participated in the 2017 National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) National College Fair held over the weekend at the Prime Osborn Center. The event is held to represent the continued dedication […]

First Coast Christian school 6th grade student Jaden Cooley, age 11 has a lot to smile about as she is advancing to the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools State Spelling Bee! Jaden was […]