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Born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, 1975 New Stanton graduate Betty Cotton was surprised with a 67th “Harlem Nights’ birthday themed celebration at the Grand Rosa Ballroom. Thinking she was headed to a restaurant to […]

Contacts: Donna Guzzo President and CEO, First Coast Cultural Center (904) 280-0614, ext. 1201 dguzzo@firstcoastculturalcenter.org Lashonda Curry Communications Director, Florida Humanities Phone: 727-873-2011 Cell: 813-447-1752 lcurry@flahum.org First Coast Cultural Center and Florida Humanities present Teresa […]

By Lucius Gantt – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has rejected an Advanced Placement African Studies course from being taught in Florida schools. But you shouldn’t be shocked, awed or upset because America’s politicians have never […]

HPV plays a role in causing most cervical cancer. Cervical cancer occurs in the cells of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. “While it isn’t clear what sparks the cervical cells […]

by AFRO Staff – On Jan. 18, Governor Wes Moore was officially sworn into office on the steps of the Maryland State House. The first Black man to take the governor’s seat in the state publicly […]

2023 Jacksonville Image Awards WHEN: Friday, Feb. 3 at 6 p.m. WHERE: The Wilson Center for the Arts, FSCJ South 11901 Beach Blvd. I have a press release and video to submit. Can someone please […]

By Congressman James E. Clyburn (D-SC) – According to Dr. King, the creation of a beloved community would require the American people to address three great evils of society: racism, poverty, and militarism. My friend […]

Love Bites at 13th Floor Jacksonville features a thrilling Valentine’s themed haunted house, an exciting add-on experience, and offers a variety of ticket types. Add-on includes our Mini Escape Room! Four Ticket Levels: General Admission, […]