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Recent Blackface Issues are Microcosm of Larger Racial Problems

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by Reggie Fullwood It is hard for most African Americans to imagine why any white person would think that it is perfectly OK to put black paint on their face and mimic being a Black […]

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The State of the Black Union

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By Raynard Jackson During the month of February in America we celebrate Black History Month. As we celebrate the achievements of Blacks in the making of this great country, I can’t help but think about […]

It’s Time to Change the Narrative on Black Boys

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By Charles Griggs “What they [Black men and boys] need are believers and partners willing to invest generationally in their abilities, assets and dreams.” – Shawn Dove, CEO, Campaign for Black Male Achievement Growing up […]

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Event title: TEDxFSCJ Salon: Leonardos of the 21st Century Date and Time: Thursday, February 28, 7 – 9 p.m. Location: Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville 333 N. Laura St. Jacksonville, FL 32202 Cost: Free. Registration […]

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Boys Empowerment Event, more details can be found here: https://jl-boysempowerment.eventbrite.com

Shiloh Pastor H.B. Charles Influences Beyond the Pulpit With New Album

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H.B. Charles, Jr. is the musically inclined and widely respected pastor of Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church. Under his leadership, Shiloh has grown to over 5,000 members, with five services held every Sunday. While Charles has […]

Florida Students Among Outstanding Group of 100 Teens Selected from Thousands to Take Part in 2019 Disney Dreamers Academy

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[foogallery id=”28048″] High school students will receive all-expenses-paid trip to Disney to participate in coveted mentoring event in March with Steve Harvey and ESSENCE Magazine Walt Disney World Resort has revealed the 100 extraordinary youths […]

runDisney announces Black Panther-themed virtual race as part of summer Marvel series

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For the first-time, run enthusiasts and Black Panther fans will have the opportunity to earn themselves a Black Panther race medal while getting in shape as part of the 4th annual runDisney Virtual Series this summer. […]

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37th Annual GCAC Men & Women Basketball Tournament Host by Edward Waters College Date: March 1-3, 2019 Information/ Tickets: 904-470-8276 Event Director: Henry Smith

5 Jacksonville Restaurants That Serve Alligator

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Alligator is a healthy Southern delicacy that is spreading across the country. To feed your craving, here are five Jacksonville restaurant that serve alligator. The king of the Everglades, alligators are a huge and healthy […]