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News4JAX (WJXT/WCWJ) is proud to partner with The Porter Law Firm to present the Fourth Annual Jacksonville Image Awards.
News4JAX (WJXT/WCWJ) is committed to informing and celebrating the communities we serve. The Jacksonville Image Awards were created to honor and celebrate achievements of individuals and organizations in the African American community to inspire, educate, and enlighten everyone we reach that success is achievable and should be celebrated.
The Jacksonville Image Awards honor those who have achieved success in a chosen profession or career, and whose efforts have made a significant positive impact in the community. Honorees are noted for the consistency and longevity of their work, including their individual achievements and efforts to inspire and support the success of others.
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Here are the winners of the 2020 Jacksonville Image Awards
Read full article: Here are the winners of the 2020 Jacksonville Image AwardsThe Jacksonville Image Awards, an inaugural awards show sponsored by the Cochran Firm, celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of individuals whose efforts have had a positive impact on our community.
News4JAX hosting inaugural Jacksonville Image Awards
Read full article: News4JAX hosting inaugural Jacksonville Image AwardsGraham Media Group Jacksonville is partnering with the Cochran Firm, among other local organizations, to recognize outstanding achievements in the African American community through the inaugural Jacksonville Image Awards.
Council committees opt to shift control of $40M in Eastside community benefits funding back to the city
Read full article: Council committees opt to shift control of $40M in Eastside community benefits funding back to the cityThe shift comes after concerns from the city’s Inspector General — and it could affect who controls the money meant for housing, jobs, and homelessness services in the Eastside.
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‘Living landmark’: Atlantic Beach neighbors voice frustrations after 250-year-old live oak removed for construction
Read full article: ‘Living landmark’: Atlantic Beach neighbors voice frustrations after 250-year-old live oak removed for constructionA 250-year-old live oak, a landmark in an Atlantic Beach neighborhood, was recently cut down, leaving neighbors saddened and concerned about preserving the city’s historic trees.
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Bitterly cold temps don’t stop runners from wrapping up DONNA Marathon Weekend
Read full article: Bitterly cold temps don’t stop runners from wrapping up DONNA Marathon WeekendFreezing temperatures were not going to stop dedicated Jacksonville Beach runners from completing the 19th annual DONNA Marathon.
Jacksonville expands cold weather center services as temperatures drop to possible record lows this weekend
Read full article: Jacksonville expands cold weather center services as temperatures drop to possible record lows this weekendAs temperatures continue to plummet, Jacksonville officials have extended operating hours at The Legends Center to provide overnight shelter for those seeking warmth, while local shelters prepare for increased demand.
The 19th annual DONNA Marathon kicks off Friday. Here’s what you should know if you’re heading to the race
Read full article: The 19th annual DONNA Marathon kicks off Friday. Here’s what you should know if you’re heading to the raceThe 19th Annual DONNA Marathon, a longtime weekend tradition in the Jacksonville area, kicks off Friday.
‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in August
Read full article: ‘I raised a boy who doesn’t give up’: Fleming Island teen still fighting for his life after being hit by car in AugustA 14-year-old Fleming Island High student, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a crash while walking with his bicycle in August, continues to fight for his life in the hospital, his family told News4JAX.
Volunteers brave cold to count people experiencing homelessness in Duval County
Read full article: Volunteers brave cold to count people experiencing homelessness in Duval CountyDespite the cold temperatures, dozens of volunteers were out Thursday morning across Jacksonville to help count people experiencing homelessness. This effort, spearheaded by the nonprofit Changing Homelessness, is part of the annual Point-in-Time Count.
‘Right buyer never came’: Intuition Ale Works owner says beloved downtown brewery is closing for good in April
Read full article: ‘Right buyer never came’: Intuition Ale Works owner says beloved downtown brewery is closing for good in AprilNine months after announcing that he was looking to sell his beloved Intuition Ale Works brewery, owner and founder Ben Davis shared an updated post on Facebook, saying “the right buyer never came” and the eatery will be closing in April after more than 15 years in Jacksonville.
‘I’m going back’: High school wrestler determined to return to mat after suffering severe spinal injury during match
Read full article: ‘I’m going back’: High school wrestler determined to return to mat after suffering severe spinal injury during matchA 16-year-old Fletcher High School wrestler is facing a long road to recovery after she suffered a severe spinal injury during a match that left her partially paralyzed.
Jacksonville utility crews deploy to South Carolina ahead of icy winter storm expected to wreak havoc on power lines
Read full article: Jacksonville utility crews deploy to South Carolina ahead of icy winter storm expected to wreak havoc on power linesJEA crews headed north Friday morning to assist with potential power restoration efforts as a major winter storm threatens South Carolina’s Atlantic Coast.