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Top Ladies of Distinction Nurturing and Empowering Local Students Throughout the Year

October 30, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The Top Teens of the Duval County Top Ladies of Distinction are doing their part for local students not just for the day, but throughout the year. The ladies non-profit organization along with their teens […]

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House of God Awards Honors Women’s Commitment to Faith

October 30, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

House Of God Saints In Christ 98th National Holy Convocation was the stage for their inaugural ‘Community Spotlight and Recognition’ award ceremony. The theme from the event was from the Bible’s Hebrews chapter 11:6. The […]

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Mr. John L. Martin Celebrates his 101st Birthday

October 30, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Mr. John Lucius Martin, a native of De Soto, Georgia, celebrated his 101st birthday with extended family and friends completed with his children and 41 grand-children (grands and great-grands included). The entrepreneur owned a hamburger […]

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Application Window Closing Soon for Disney Dreamers Academy at Walt Disney World Resort

October 27, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

 Selected high school students receive all-expenses-paid trip to Walt Disney World Resort for transformative mentorship program; Applications close October 31.   (LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla.) Oct. 27, 2025 – High school students driven by passion and […]

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Florida Senator Shevrin Jones Files SB 252 and HB 235 CROWN Act Empowering Natural Hair in Jobs and Schools

October 21, 2025 Staff 0

Florida Senator Shevrin Jones (SD-34) and House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell (HD-67) filed the “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act” or “CROWN Act” — SB 252 & HB 235. Today, 27 […]

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The Iconic Sounds of Earth, Wind & Fire Tribute Band Headline FSCJ Artist Series

October 21, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Get ready to groove, Jacksonville! The legendary music of Earth, Wind & Fire is set to light up the stage as the EWF Tribute Band headlines the FSCJ Artist Series on Friday, October 24th at […]

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Stage Aurora Celebrates 25 Years of Legacy, Love, and Artistry

October 20, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Akia Uwanda McDaniel and Dr. Darryl Reuben Hall | The energy inside WJCT Studios was nothing short of electric as Stage Aurora Theatrical Company, the brainchild of Dr. Darryl Reuben Hall,  marked its 25th year […]

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Bessie T. Thomas Celebrates 100

October 17, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Born October 5, 1925, on Tutson Lane, Bessie Tutson Thomas reached a remarkable milestone this month, celebrating her 100th birthday with over 200 loved ones who gathered to honor the occasion. “MaBessie” was an original […]

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Face Your Financial Fears with Tips from Bank of America

October 16, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Jacqueline Paladino | Face Your Financial Fears with Tips from Bank of America | By Jacqueline Paladino | Halloween might be filled with ghosts and haunted houses, but for many Americans, nothing is scarier than […]

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Florida Blue Facilitates Convenient Access to Medications for North Florida Members Amid Pharmacy Closures

October 13, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Following the recent closings of several neighborhood pharmacies in North Florida, Florida Blue is taking proactive steps to ensure its members continue to have convenient access to their medications. With recent Walgreens closures in north […]

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