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Wealthy Fashion Show Celebrates Black Excellence, Entrepreneurs and Giving Back

October 13, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Fashion met philanthropy as Jacksonville Designers Arminius Patterson and Gabriel Rozier hosted the fourth annual ‘Wealthy Fashion Show,’ on October 3, at the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA). The black-tie affair brought together fashion […]

National Coalition of 100 Black Women Honors Jax Leaders, Welcomes 24 New Members

October 7, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) – Greater Jacksonville Chapter recently honored six women for their leadership, professional achievements, advocacy and community service during an award celebration at the Elks Lodge in […]

A Century of Grace Pearl Mackey Celebrates 100 years

October 7, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

A Century of faith, family and service! Jacksonville native Pearl Kelly Mackey celebrated her 100th birthday Oct. 3, marking a remarkable journey that began in 1926 a s the youngest of 14 children. After graduating […]

Mother Continues to Honor Slain Sons Legacy Through Community Outreach

October 7, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Turning personal tragedy into community services, Natasha Jackson recently led the first Care Package Outreach for Matthew’s Legacy of Light Foundation, distributing 100 care packages to seniors and people experiencing homeless community along Newnan Street […]

LifeSouth, Richard Webster-Bass Health Institute Host Blood Drive Series to Support Sickle Cell Patients

October 2, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Community blood drives will raise awareness of sickle cell disease and support Project Little Veins | LifeSouth Community Blood Centers and the Richard Webster-Bass Health Institute (RWBHI) are partnering to host a series of community […]

Baptist Minister Says Black Church Champions for Civil Rights to Reign but Hesitates to Let Black Women Lead

October 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

HOWARD UNIVERSITY NEWS SERVICE — During a recent service at Howard University’s Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, Rev. Judy Fentress-Williams called on the Black church to be more steadfast in elevating Black women to the pulpit. […]

Battling Black Voter Distrust

October 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

HOUSTON DEFENDER — Black voters have long been a reliable base for the Democratic Party, but political strategists and voters indicate that years of inconsistent engagement and unfulfilled expectations have created a trust gap. Black […]

TIFF 2026: Where Black Stories, Global Voices and Cinema Collide

October 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

By Reginald Ponder | I’ve been a film critic for quite a while, and attending film festivals is fun—and hectic. Understanding that we can’t all be there, I become the eyes, ears and energy for […]

After 25 Years of Making People Famous, Celebrity Publicist Wyllisa Bennett Launches New Podcast: Call Me Wyllisa

October 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

Entertainment Powerhouse Celebrates 25 Years in the Business With Candid Conversations, Feat. Award-Winning Entertainers, Entrepreneurs and Cultural Leaders | EINPresswire.com/ — On World Entrepreneurs’ Day, celebrity publicist Wyllisa Bennett is happy to announce the launch […]

ONYX Magazine To Celebrate Powerful Men in Florida and Bahamas; Jax Activist Rodney Hurst Previous Awardee

October 1, 2026 Lynnfaye 0

ORLANDO, Fla. — A sold-out crowd includes confirmations from Florida gubernatorial candidates and other high-powered professionals | The Seventh Annual ONYX Magazine Men of Honor gala is setting the stage for a powerful celebration of leadership, achievement […]