July 2022 - Page 4 of 6 - Free Press of Jacksonville

Global Event Promotes Pursuit of Peace: 2022 “Pursue Peace” Convention Unites 239 Countries in More Than 500 Languages

July 19, 2022 admin 0

Against the tragic backdrop of a historic conflict in Europe, Jacksonville will unite with millions around the globe to promote the timely theme “Pursue Peace” as they participate in a six-part annual event scheduled for […]

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FUNdraising Good Times: How to Multiply Your Nonprofit Donation

July 19, 2022 admin 0

While the summer weather may be heating us up, there is a way for those of us who are donors to “heat up” giving at our favorite nonprofits. Its not that complicated, but it can […]

Florida Blue Medicare, Prime Therapeutics Work Together to Reduce Opioid Overuse

July 18, 2022 admin 0

By Dr. Cynthia Griffin – During the COVID-19 pandemic, drug overdose deaths increased 15% to over 107,000 Americans in 2021¹. with the overwhelming majority involving opioids, according to the CDC. Florida Blue Medicare, the state’s […]

Advocacy for Skin Cancer Screening

July 18, 2022 admin 0

By: Hannah Berman, M.D. Mayo Clinic – Melanoma is a rare but aggressive type of skin cancer It’s responsible for about three quarters of skin cancer related deaths. It most often affects white people, but people with […]

Plaintiffs Will Ask Judge to Block Jacksonville City Council Districts

July 15, 2022 admin 0

(Source: www.jaxtrib.org) – Voting-rights groups told a federal judge they will ask the court to overturn the Jacksonville City Council redistricting plans before the 2023 elections because the council’s new maps disenfranchise Black voters by […]

Diversity of Candidates Shows the GOP’s Growing Strength

July 15, 2022 admin 0

(Source: www.caro.news) By The Carolinian – RNC Spokesperson Paris Dennard – The Republican Party made historic gains with minority communities in the 2016 and 2020 elections. Black, Asian, and especially Hispanic American voters compelled by […]

NFL Partners with Contract with Black America to Strengthen Economic Equality

July 15, 2022 admin 0

NNPA NEWSWIRE — (Source: www.blackpressusa.com) – “For more than a year, the CWBA Institute has been working closely with the NFL on identifying resources to build stronger, more substantive economic partnerships with the Black community,” […]

From Side-Hustle to Viral Fame – Issa Rae New Show: ‘Rap Sh!T’ Starring Jacksonville Rapper Kamillion

July 15, 2022 admin 0

www.hbomax.com – In this all-new comedy series from executive producer Issa Rae, estranged high school friends Shawna and Mia reunite to form a rap group. Together they navigate the murky waters of stardom – and […]

As Trump Court Flexes Power, Clarence Thomas Emerges as Spokesperson

July 15, 2022 Staff 0

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “Justice Clarence Thomas confirmed many of our deepest fears about where this decision may lead: Taking aim at additional long-standing precedent and cherished privacy rights, from access to contraception and in-vitro fertilization […]

Demings Takes the National Stage, While the Mission is Unchanged

July 15, 2022 Staff 0

by Sheila James Mayo, FL – Mayo is a small North Florida town that sits in the crook of the panhandle. Around 1,500 people call the community home. And for all its diversity, charm, and […]