August 2026 – Page 56 – Jacksonville Free Press

Disappearing Districts: How Racial Gerrymandering is Hollowing Out the Black Electorate

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By: Jaidyn McKinnie, Joint Center Research Intern and UCLA Student | BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — American democracy is entering a dangerous stage of decline. While coverage focuses largely on the most recognizable signs of democratic backsliding, such as […]

Zetas Add to Their Legacy of Finer Womanhood

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The Omega Zeta Zeta (OZZ) Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, proudly introduced its newest members, “23 Polished PearlZ,” following a ceremony held at the University North Florida. Family, friends and community supporters celebrated […]

Pardon, Shutdown, and the Price of Political Betrayal

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By Bobby R. Henry, Sr., Publisher, The Westside Gazette | For such a time as this, when truth seems to have been traded for convenience and justice pawned off for political survival, we find ourselves […]

Downtown Vision, Inc. Releases the 2024-2025 State of Downtown Report

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DVI’s annual analysis returns, showcasing Downtown Jacksonville’s growth | Downtown Vision, Inc. (DVI), the nonprofit Business Improvement District for Downtown Jacksonville, today announced the release of its 2024-2025 State of Downtown Report, an 18-month recap of […]

Eighth Grade Students Mentor Sixth Graders in New Joseph Stilwell Program

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Gathered in small groups by the track, sixth and eighth grade students at Joseph Stilwell Military Academy of Leadership discussed topics like bullying, kindness, and inclusion. After weeks of getting to know each other, the students […]

Planet Skate Headed to the Northside

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Jacksonville, FL — November 21, 2025 — Planet Skate Roller Rink, a veteran-owned business, will open its doors to the public on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 5:30 PM, bringing long-awaited recreational options to the […]

Florida Families Can Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday

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Tips to Save Energy All Season Long and a Chance to Win Holiday Energy-Efficiency Kits for 80 Floridians | Florida Power & Light (FPL) is combining holiday spirit with energy awareness this season through its Care To Share® initiative and […]

Mayo Clinic’s Transplant Center in Florida Performs 10,000th Transplant

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On October 29, the Transplant Center at Mayo Clinic in Florida performed its 10,000th transplant since the program launched in 1998. The milestone is a reflection of the lives transformed through the gift of organ […]

Florida Teachers are Spending Nearly $1,000 of their Own Money on School Supplies

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Béatrice Vallières, Miami Times Contributor | In Miami-Dade, educators say low pay and shrinking budgets are forcing them to self-fund classroom essentials. Two months into the school year, Tye Haynes has already spent over $600 of […]

Florida Rising: Still We Rise

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Tuesday, November 4th was a clear rejection of the authoritarian policies of the Trump administration and the harm he has caused and continues to cause Americans. Author James Baldwin is quoted as saying, “I can’t […]

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Month: August 2026

Disappearing Districts: How Racial Gerrymandering is Hollowing Out the Black Electorate

Zetas Add to Their Legacy of Finer Womanhood

Pardon, Shutdown, and the Price of Political Betrayal

Downtown Vision, Inc. Releases the 2024-2025 State of Downtown Report

Eighth Grade Students Mentor Sixth Graders in New Joseph Stilwell Program

Planet Skate Headed to the Northside

Florida Families Can Help Neighbors and Celebrate an Energy-Efficient Holiday

Mayo Clinic’s Transplant Center in Florida Performs 10,000th Transplant

Florida Teachers are Spending Nearly $1,000 of their Own Money on School Supplies

Florida Rising: Still We Rise