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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 […]

Jazz in the Gardens All About Music, Arts and Empowerment

March 14, 2019 admin 0

Every year the Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival (JITG) grows and adds new components. The festival has been so successful that it has been dubbed “the fastest growing jazz and R&B festival in the […]

Naval Officers Share Diversity Challenges in the Navy While Black

March 14, 2019 admin 0

Diversity comes in many forms: gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, culture, socioeconomic background, etc. For many African Americans serving in the military, the lack of diversity in leadership positions has historically been an major issue. […]

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. […]

Formerly Homeless Veterans Honored for Sacrifice and Service

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Breakfast Honors Veterans for Sacrifice and Service When speaking about the sacrifices made by veterans, Winston Churchill once said, “Never was so much owed by so many to so few.” With that thought in mind, […]

JTA Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the Dames Point Bridge

March 12, 2019 admin 0

Once dubbed the “bridge to nowhere”, Dames Point now serves as a cornerstone of Jacksonville’s transportation infrastructure The Jacksonville Transportation Authority today highlighted a milestone in the growth of the city’s transportation infrastructure with the […]