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The Late Rev. Tom Diamond Honored with Street Marker

April 11, 2019 admin 0

By Ken Stokes In honor of his dedication and extraordinary accomplishments, the late Bishop Tom E. Diamond, former pastor of Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church received an honorary street designation on Friday of last week. The […]

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Awareness Training Focuses on Build Better Relationships Between Police and Citizens

April 5, 2019 admin 0

by Lynn Jones Crime and violence remains a problem in cities throughout the country. The challenges with both are issues for communities that cross all lines.  Black and Brown individuals continue to be at the […]

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Entrepreneurs Soiree Heightens Business Pitch Success

April 4, 2019 admin 0

By Lynn Jones  Creating a successful business or elevator speech is critical to the dynamics that make up a small business. From invoicing to advertising to networking, a small business owner or as they’re called […]

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Senior Prom Reveals its Never too Late to Just Dance

April 4, 2019 admin 0

When you reach the 12th grade in high school, the highlight of the year is attending the prom with a date.  Students wait all year to invite their date to attend the prom for a […]

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Foundation Continues to Honor Legacy of Sherry Blue

March 29, 2019 admin 0

by Kennedi Holder Friends, family, and loved ones congregated Saturday to remember the life of a local entrepreneur and support an altruistic cause at the 3rd Annual Pure White Affair hosted by the Foundation for […]

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New Musical Focuses on Jacksonville Culture

March 29, 2019 admin 0

At one point in Jacksonville’s history, the city was home to many original stage plays, movie production and even music legends.  A local writer/producer has set her sites on reviving that history. Recently, several hundred […]

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Sugar Hill Mosaic Honors Neighborhood’s Historic Legacy

March 29, 2019 admin 0

One of the most unique forms of visual art is the mosaic, which is essentially a decorated surface made up of individual tile or glass pieces. Last week, Groundwork Jacksonville, in collaboration with Kate and Kenny Rouh […]

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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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Local Vocalist Poised to be the Next Voice Credits the Church

March 14, 2019 admin 0

By Lynn Jones – Blessed with a powerful voice, Matthew Johnson began singing in the choir at Northside Church of Christ in the seventh grade.  At the time, he had no idea that his God […]

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NonProfit Teaches Youth How to be Entrepreneurs With Focus on Life Skills

March 14, 2019 admin 0

 For many young adults it is better to show them success versus simply talking about it.  Entrepreneurs like Oprah Winfrey and Madame CJ Walker are great examples of how hard work and fortitude build success.  […]

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