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Jax Community Shocked and Saddened Over Closure of the Legendary Jenkins BBQ

September 2, 2025 Staff 0

It’s been voted one of the best barbecue restaurants in the country and known as a local mainstay for perfect barbecue. Entertainers would step in Jacksonville and request Jenkins Barbecue be on their riders. Those days […]

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Kenneth Adkins Still Awaiting Judge’s Ruling as Fight for Withheld Evidence Continues

September 2, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Brunswick, GA — Nine years after his high-profile conviction, community leader and former pastor Kenneth Adkins is still waiting on a judge to rule on his motion demanding that the Brunswick District Attorney release exculpatory […]

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Mayor Deegan to Host New Round of Town Halls

August 29, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Mayor Donna Deegan will host a new round of town halls, which will be focused on the city’s budget. Each town hall will take place at 6pm. And they are free and open to the […]

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August is National Make a Will Month

August 28, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Every August, National Make-A-Will Month provides an opportunity to establish a will or estate plan that can help your family avoid costly court delays and keeps your home where it belongs: with the people you […]

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Florida Orange Blossom Classic: FAMU and Howard Renew Historic Rivalry

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

When Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Howard University take the field at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, August 28th, the matchup will carry far more weight than a typical football game. It’s the continuation of […]

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Five Reasons More Diverse Organ Donors Are Needed

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Organ donation is a powerful act of generosity and compassion. It is one that can save lives, restore health and offer hope to those facing critical illness. While donation rates vary across different communities, there […]

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Conference Connects Leaders with Tools to Relate to Church Youth

August 21, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The historic Bethel Church welcomed church members and the community to their 2025, ‘Connect Conference – Connecting Reverence to Relevance.’ Conference sessions and topics were designed to provide practical application and spiritual inspiration to all […]

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Ribault High School Reopens with a Brand New Look

August 21, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Jean Ribault High School, has a brand new look to start the upcoming school year after it was torn down and rebuilt. It is the first new high school built under the city’s half penny […]

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Engage, Inspire, Empower: Local Youth Flooded with Resources for the New Year

August 21, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

As local students prepared to go back to school in Duval and surrounding counties, organizations in very sector presented opportunities to prepare them for success. Youth living on Myrtle Avenue had a second chance to […]

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Statement From Mayor Deegan on Cut to Meals on Wheels

August 15, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, August 15, 2025 — “It’s deeply disappointing that the Finance Committee voted to cut $1.7 million from Meals on Wheels. This is a program that delivers not just food, but also vital wellness checks, dignity, […]

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