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NNPA NEWSWRE — While Washington, D.C.’s Metrorail has been largely emptied of its professional class of passengers, reductions in the city’s bus service have made it difficult for its darker and poorer customers—many of whom […]
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is implementing additional measures to promote social distancing onboard buses and at JTA facilities. The health and safety of JTA customers, employees and the public is the Authority’s top priority, […]
As a part of Women’s History Month we celebrate women from Jacksonville Florida who have made history. The 10 African American women highlighted in this article are Jacksonville natives, residents or accomplished high achievement within […]
Distinguished scholar and global statesman Reuben E. Brigety II elected 17th Vice-Chancellor and President Reuben E. Brigety II, dean of the Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University and former U.S. ambassador […]
The Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (DST) partnered with the City of Jacksonville and the U.S. Census to ensure that the most underserved communities are counted. Recently DST and partners held […]
Transit Driver and Maintenance Appreciation Day is recognized nationally to show thanks to the frontline employees who keep transportation systems running across the country. This year, it is especially important due to the nation’s fight […]
Jacksonville, Florida, March 19, 2020 – The City of Jacksonville, Baptist Health and Telescope Health are collaborating to provide Duval County residents with an additional drive-thru COVID-19 testing option at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, […]
School Superintendent Diana Greene Duval county high school students have the opportunity to snag some free internet hotspots to help get their school work done. The district launched the Free Hotspots for High School […]
As concerns and contractions regarding the coronavirus continue to grow, Jacksonville closures have been added to the national list of closures following a signed a declaration of emergency for Duval County by Mayor Lenny Curry. […]
By Lynn Jones By Lynn Jones Twenty years ago Pastor Darrell Gilyard could have cashed a blank check anywhere in Jacksonville. As the lead pastor of spiritual powerhouse Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church, Gilyard led the […]
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