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‘Black Men in White Coats’ Are Inspiring Boys to Become Doctors

April 16, 2019 Staff 0

Dallas, TX — With the number of African-American men entering medical school on a steady decline, one organization is hoping to inspire more of our youth to pursue careers in medicine. Dr. Dale Okorodudu, an […]

Education

After 12 Years Disney Dreamers Academy Still Impactful

March 29, 2019 admin 0

Steve Harvey has seen success as a comedian, actor, author, and many other ventures. Perhaps the most successful and meaningful initiatives that Harvey has been involved in is his annual mentoring program. Three Jacksonville-area students were […]

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Entrepreneur’s Legacy Lives on Through Foundations Goals and Next Steps  

March 15, 2019 admin 0

By Lynn Jones Coming up this weekend is the annual Foundation for Fortitude (FOF) Pure White Affair honoring the legacy of local entrepreneur, philanthropist, visionary mentor and community champion, Sherry Blue. Blue founded the nonprofit […]

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Beautillion Prepares Young Men for a Life of Black Excellence

March 8, 2019 admin 0

The notion that “It takes a village to raise a child” is certainly not a new concept. As far back as 1938, an organization was formed in Philadelphia to help be the village that African […]

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Women’s Food Alliance Showcases Culinary Trends and Hospitality

March 8, 2019 admin 0

Over the past ten years, being a “Foodie” has become a culinary fashion statement.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of chefs and head cooks is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 […]

Book Reviews

Author Nikesha Williams Writes, Writes and Writes again!

February 27, 2019 admin 0

Writing books is Nikesha Williams forte.  As soon as she was able to read and write, she put pen to paper and has not stopped! Her characters personas and flaws are deepened through evaluating their […]

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Valentine Couples Paint a Canvas of Love

February 21, 2019 admin 0

Last week, individuals and couples around the U.S. celebrated Valentine’s Day. Locally, Bou’Tique 3:16 held their inaugural Valentine’s “Paint in the Name of Love Dinner and Paint Party,” this past Saturday at the boutiques location […]

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“Inventing Victoria” by Tonya Bolden

February 15, 2019 admin 0

“Inventing Victoria” by Tonya Bolden  Review: bookwormsez@yahoo.com, c.2019, Bloomsbury  / $17.99 / $23.99 Canada / 264 pages You can be anything you want to be! That’s what you were told, growing up: you could do […]

Book Reviews

Darby Adds Author to Legacy of Excellence

February 15, 2019 admin 0

by Lynn Jones Education has always been a passion of Dr. Barbara Ann Darby. The lifelong community servant moved to Jacksonville in 1972 and immediately began giving back to her new hometown. Throughout her years […]

Book Reviews

Bound By Honor, Torn By Greed: The True and Untold Story of The Young Boys Inc.

February 15, 2019 admin 0

The Young Boys Incorporated was the first African American drug cartel created and run completely by teenagers. With over 300 full time soldiers at one point, they generated a revenue far beyond $300,000.00 a day. […]

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