History of bridge collapses in Florida and Georgia
We’re looking back at three times vessels crashed into bridges in the recent history of Florida and Georgia — two incidents which led to collapse and causalities. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. —…
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Dr. Chandra Adams making history: Herstory
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — In the bustling world of medicine, where expertise meets empathy, Dr. Chandra Adams says her story isn’t just about practicing medicine, it’s a legacy of dedication and…
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City, JEA celebrate women in trade in honor of Women’s History Month
New place to pay your JEA bills JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan joined leaders from JEA for a news conference Wednesday morning at JEA Headquarters to celebrate women…
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Woman arrested after deadly hit-and-run on I-295 exit ramp has history of dangerous driving
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The woman behind the wheel when she smashed into a pickup truck on the side of the Interstate 295 northbound exit ramp to Interstate 10 and caused…
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Common takes over Fort Mose in St. Augustine for Black History Month to kick off Fort Mose Jazz and Blues Series
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – Just over one week into Black History Month in 2024, hundreds of people came to the historic Fort Mose in St. Augustine to listen to one…
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LaVilla School of the Arts celebrates Black History Month with music, dance & poetry
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The LaVilla School of the Arts Black History Month Club held its annual breakfast, titled Black Excellence Inspires. The event included musical performances, dance routines and poetry….
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Mayor Deegan announces African American Advisory Board at Black History Month event
Mayor Deegan announces African American Advisory Board at BHM event with 904WARD. (photo courtesy of Mayor Deegan X account) (Mayor Deegan X account, Copyright 2024 by WJXT News4JAX – All…
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Roller skating and its rich history in the Black community resurges as it’s ‘one of America’s greatest pastimes’
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It’s a celebration of Black culture as skaters glide across the rink at Sk8 City in Arlington. When you think of roller skating you may not know…
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Northside bookstore showcases Black History
Florida House District 13 representative Angie Nixon is behind ‘The Cafe Resistance Bookstore,’ which she is opening in response to state laws on education. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Florida lawmaker…
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Historymakers highlight history of the Old Stanton School
Artist Jarett Walker and historymakers Nat Glover and Dr. Norma Solomon White share the story of a Jacksonville schoolhouse formed by a group formerly enslaved. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — If you’ve…
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