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Black Student Excellence: All 135 Seniors at Southland College Prep Accepted to College, Earn $54M in Scholarships

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Nationwide — As graduation approaches, all 135 seniors at Southland College Prep Charter High School are preparing to cross the stage with more than diplomas. They are also leaving with college acceptance letters from across the country and […]

From Local to National: How Strategic Branding Helps Black Businesses Scale

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NNPA NEWSWIRE — With Black business owners running more than 3.5 million businesses (SBA), the opportunity to scale is massive, but growth often depends on whether the brand is strong enough to carry that momentum beyond […]

After SCOTUS Voting Rights ruling, Jim Crow is back on the roost — but maybe he never left

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by Herb Boyd A few political commentators have suggested that the era of Jim Crow, that long, dark historical period when the rights of Black Americans were all but abrogated, has returned with a vengeance. […]

In the Black Church, Women’s Hats Still Testify

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For generations, Black women’s church hats have blended faith, dignity, resistance, and cultural pride. by Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware In Black churches, women’s hats are more than elegant accessories. Rooted in scripture, history, and cultural expression, […]

Local Literary Lovers Enjoy a Week of Book All Star Signings

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Jacksonville served as a powerful backdrop for a series of literary events highlighting justice, education, and personal transformation. Renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump made a featured stop on his national book tour promoting Worse […]

Raines / Ribault Students Learn the Legal Systems Hands On in Future Lawyers Program

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The Future Lawyers Program of Raines and Ribault High Schools recently hosted its 7th annual mock trial competition at the federal courthouse in downtown Jacksonville. The program brings together students, attorneys, and community leaders for […]

Chi Eta Phi Awards Scholarships to Empower Future Nurses

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Four nursing students were honored with $500 scholarships at the 33rd Helen Bargeron Scholarship Gala, recognizing their commitment to academic excellence and the nursing profession. The awards ceremony held at the Schultz Center, will support […]

Duval Top Ladies Hold First Induction

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The Duval County Chapter of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. (TLOD) proudly inducted eight new members. As part of their induction experience, the new members participated in an orientation that introduced them to TLOD’s Five […]

Style Bar Blends Confidence, Fashion, Fun, and Creativity for Upgraded Panache

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May kicked off with a celebration of fun, fashion, and creativity of “Hats, Teas, and Trinkets,” enjoyed a vibrant atmosphere filled with gift bags, door prizes, and charcuterie collection. The Style Bar experience began with a […]

Zeta Amicae Take Home State Honors

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Three members of the Zeta Amicae of Jacksonville Auxiliary Sylvia Bryant, Dahlia Miller, and Merle Wright, were honored at the inaugural State of Florida Zeta Amicae Leadership Conference. Sylvia Bryant received the State of Florida […]