Month: August 2026

by Keith Boykin Back in the day before I shaved my head, I used to get a hair cut every Friday afternoon from my barber in the District of Columbia. I loved the look and […]

By Aria Ellise Agnes Fenton was 110-years-old as of Aug. 1, 1905. That’s a great accomplishment, right? Something that many of look forward too. And with that long life, the majority of us think that […]

By Tobi Abramson Recognizing the signs and symptoms of elder abuse is crucial in getting help for older adult victims. Professionals often initially miss many signs and symptoms that can indicate abuse as they can […]

 Interfaith Commemoration of St Augustine’s 450th Birthday – The Interfaith Commemoration of St Augustine’s 450th Birthday was celebrated in St. Augustine, Tuesday, September 1, at 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 118 King St., […]

When you think of Silver Sneakers, you probably think of a sporty pair of tennis shoes. However for seniors attending the Johnson Family YMCA, it means organized camaraderie and fellowship combined with fitness and a […]

2015 Incoming City of Jacksonville District 8 Councilwoman Katrina Brown held her first Town Hall meeting, Thursday, September 3 at the Bradham-Brooks Library. At least 100 residents in District 8 came out to hear Councilwoman […]

Serena Williams Teams Up With Nike for ‘Greatness Collection’ Sneaker Trio | NNPA By Chelsea Lenora White Special to the NNPA from the Houston Forward Times As the U.S. Open kicked off August 31st, Nike […]

by James Washington Special to the NNPA from The Dallas Weekly This means more to me now than when it was written back in the day. Have you ever wondered how a lawyer feels, who […]