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5 Things to Know About Marva Johnson, FAMU’s Next President

August 7, 2026 admin 0

As Florida A&M University names Marva Johnson its next president, the decision has sparked sharp debate over her background and qualifications. But who is she — and why is her appointment stirring so much controversy? […]

JEA Prepared for 2025 Hurricane Season, Provides Tips for Customers

August 7, 2026 admin 0

With the upcoming start of the 2025 hurricane season, JEA is encouraging Northeast Florida residents to join with the utility in being fully prepared for what could be an above average storm season. “We know how […]

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens Announces Seventh Annual Summer at the Cummer

August 7, 2026 admin 0

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens today announced the return of its annual Summer at the Cummer event series, held on Friday evenings from May 30, 2025 through June 20, 2025. Presented by Citi, […]

Dr. Richard Danford Jr. Celebrates 80th Birthday and 33 Years Serving the Community

August 7, 2026 admin 0

The Jacksonville Urban League family recently celebrated the 80th birthday of their Dr. Richard Danford Jr. and his 33 years of dedicated service to the community. Surrounded by his wife, Duval County Property Appraiser Joyce […]

Former President Joe Biden Diagnosed With Aggressive Form of Prostate Cancer

August 7, 2026 admin 0

Nationwide — Former President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has already metastasized to his bones, according to a statement released by his personal office. The announcement, made […]

Rain or Shine Funkfest Entertained the Best They Could

August 7, 2026 admin 0

Thousands of R&B fans trekked to Metropolitan Park for the 2025 Funkfest 25th Year anniversary celebration. This year’s R&B headliners included two days of top performers that included Charlie Wilson, Marsha Ambrosia, 112 Trey Songz and […]

Ameris Bank Distributes $450,000 Grant to LISC Jacksonville to Support Heirs’ Property Work

August 7, 2026 admin 0

Grant made available by Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta | ATLANTA (May 8, 2025) – Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC Jacksonville) will receive a $450,000 grant that has been approved for distribution by Ameris […]

BLACK HISTORY: Dr. Amos C. Brown Calls Out Smithsonian Over Returned Artifacts, Warns of Trump-Era Attacks on Black History

August 7, 2026 admin 0

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Dr. Brown said the museum had previously asked to keep the items permanently. “Now, all of a sudden, you can have it back,” he said. “There was no conversation. Just an email.” […]

Florida Rising Announces Victricia Simmons as New Executive Director

August 7, 2026 admin 0

The independent political organization Florida Rising this week announced Victricia Simmons, former chief of staff, as its new executive director. Simmons carries more than a decade of experience with the organization as she enters her […]

T.D. Jakes’ Daughter and Son-in-law Named Senior Pastors of Dallas Megachurch

August 7, 2026 admin 0

Bishop T.D. Jakes, a global faith leader and founder of The Potter’s House in Dallas, Texas has announced that his son-in-law and daughter, Pastors Touré Roberts and Sarah Jakes Roberts, will take over as senior […]