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Feds Launch Illegal Gun Purchases Campaign in Florida

July 29, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By David Snelling — July 28, 2025 | MIAMI – Purchasing a firearm for someone who cannot illegally own one is a federal crime. Federal law enforcement authorities and the firearm industry have launched a new public […]

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Angry FAMU Alumni Reluctant to Give with Johnson at the Helm

July 29, 2025 Staff 0

By Lynn Jones  Tallahassee—The controversy swirling around the new president of Florida A&M University continues as alumni and stakeholders denounce her appointment to the helm of the nation’s number one public Historically Black University. The […]

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Mayo Clinic Researchers Develop AI Tool to Detect Surgical Site Infections from Patient Submitted Photos

July 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

A team of Mayo Clinic researchers has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) system that can detect surgical site infections (SSIs) with high accuracy from patient-submitted postoperative wound photos, potentially transforming how postoperative care is delivered. […]

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Jacksonville Celebrates national John Lewis Day Ensuring “Good Trouble Lives On”

July 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Hundreds of Jacksonville residents braved the summer heat to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis. They also stood in solidarity against the growing attacks on our civil and human rights. Calling for the passage […]

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Entrepreneurs Network to Showcase Black Owned Arlington Businesses

July 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Local non-profit Suited 4 Success cohosted the ‘Celebrate Arlington Community Meet & Greet’ inside the newly renovated College Park Plaza in Arlington, formerly known as the “Town & Country” shopping center.  The event was designed […]

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Come Together Day As Comedian Lil Duval Continues its Legacy

July 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

After almost being called off, District 10 Councilwoman Jucoby Pittman saved the day for the 10th annual Lil Duval Day! This year the annual event was moved from Myrtle and Kings Road to their new […]

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City Unveils 2025 “Stay Cool Jax” Plan

July 22, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

 JACKSONVILLE, Florida, July 18, 2025 – The City of Jacksonville has updated its 2025 Cooling Center Contingency Plan, called “Stay Cool Jax”. It is a critical component of the City of Jacksonville’s proactive efforts to safeguard public […]

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Introducing Financial Literacy to Your Children

July 17, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Jacqueline Paladino | In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, financial literacy is more important than ever. In a recent study by Bank of America, research found with today’s high cost of living, almost half of […]

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Jacksonville Gun Violence Victims Say More Must Be Done to Support Survivors 

July 17, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Only 4% of crime survivors know about critical supports like victim compensation | National public safety leaders visit Jacksonville to raise awareness of healing resources available JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Local gun violence survivors will come together Friday […]

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Florida Virtual School Offers Convenient, Comprehensive Driver Education Course that Meets New State Law

July 17, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Florida Virtual School can help families navigate the new teen driver education law with their fully online Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) approved Driver Education course. For the past 20 years, […]

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