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Florida requires teaching Black history. Some don't trust schools to do it justice
Read full article: Florida requires teaching Black history. Some don't trust schools to do it justiceThirty years after Florida required schools to teach African American history, how the subject is taught remains inconsistent across Florida classrooms, a review by The Associated Press has found.
Ramaswamy was the target of death threats in New Hampshire that led to FBI arrest, campaign says
Read full article: Ramaswamy was the target of death threats in New Hampshire that led to FBI arrest, campaign saysFederal prosecutors say they charged a New Hampshire man with threatening to kill a presidential candidate ahead of a scheduled campaign event.
Jacksonville marquee, billboard defaced with antisemitic graffiti on 1st night of Hanukkah
Read full article: Jacksonville marquee, billboard defaced with antisemitic graffiti on 1st night of HanukkahThis comes as religious-based hates crimes are on the rise and law enforcement agencies are warning members of the Jewish community to be alert for possible threats.
Faith, local leaders encourage Bunnell Elementary students arriving to school after controversial school assembly
Read full article: Faith, local leaders encourage Bunnell Elementary students arriving to school after controversial school assemblyIt was their response to the assembly last week that singled out Black fourth and fifth-grade students regarding standardized test scores.
Reciprocal IVF journey: Jacksonville couple gives birth 3 days apart after carrying each other’s babies
Read full article: Reciprocal IVF journey: Jacksonville couple gives birth 3 days apart after carrying each other’s babiesFaith and Cassandre decided to swap eggs and carry the other’s baby — at the same time.
Opposers of abortion ban gather in Tallahassee to protest ‘one size fits all’ legislation
Read full article: Opposers of abortion ban gather in Tallahassee to protest ‘one size fits all’ legislationFaith and non-faith leaders gathered Monday at the state capitol to rally against the six-week abortion ban.
Tips for eating healthy at fish fries during Lent
Read full article: Tips for eating healthy at fish fries during LentMany restaurants and churches are getting ready to host fish fries again now that Lent is officially underway. And while fried fish sure is delicious, it’s important not to eat too much of it.
FDLE increases presence as it eyes ‘Day of Hate’ online posts
Read full article: FDLE increases presence as it eyes ‘Day of Hate’ online postsThe Florida Department of Law Enforcement plans to step up its presence this weekend in response to social media posts about a “National Day of Hate” against Jewish groups.
Florida faith leaders discuss concern over voter intimidation tactics, call for safety at polls
Read full article: Florida faith leaders discuss concern over voter intimidation tactics, call for safety at pollsFaith leaders from across Florida held a virtual press conference Friday to discuss concerns about voter intimidation tactics and violence as voters make their way to the polls.
‘Tote to Vote’ initiative providing free rides to early voting sites
Read full article: ‘Tote to Vote’ initiative providing free rides to early voting sitesJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Faith leaders of the African Methodist Episcopal church in Northeast Florida who make up the AME Ministry Alliance are coming together to help people who want to vote early. Extending the service came about after the Duval County supervisor of elections decided not to use the campus of Edward Waters College as an early voting site this election cycle because early voting turnout has been traditionally low at that location. In addition, people who want to avoid waiting in long lines on Election Day during the coronavirus pandemic are being urged to vote early. If you live near the college and you need to get to an early voting location, call 904-739-7500. The pastor also says people who want to vote early will not be denied this free service because of their political preference.
DeSantis outlines faith-based initiative
Read full article: DeSantis outlines faith-based initiativeRon DeSantis said Thursday he has established the Governor's Faith and Community-Based Initiative, which will be led by a former president and executive director of the Tim Tebow Foundation. DeSantis' office said the initiative will help "collaborate between state government and faith-based and community-based organizations." It will be directed by Erik Dellenback, who has spent the past two years as a consultant to non-profit organizations and previously worked as president and executive director of the foundation headed by former University of Florida football star Tim Tebow. "Florida's faith and community-based groups have a longstanding history of intervening to help meet the needs of all Floridians," DeSantis said in a prepared statement. News Service of Florida
Faith Nevin honored as All-Star Athlete
Read full article: Faith Nevin honored as All-Star AthleteFaith Nevin is on the cross country and softball teams at Yulee High School. Faith is involved in the Beta Club, the National Honor Society, student government and was president of the Florida Future Educators of America Club. Last summer she volunteered teaching crafts at vacation bible school at Blackrock Baptist Church. Faith currently has a 4.6 GPA. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Faith Nevin honored as All-Star Athlete
Read full article: Faith Nevin honored as All-Star AthleteFaith Nevin is on the cross country and softball teams at Yulee High School. Faith is involved in the Beta club, the National Honor Society, student government and was president of the Florida Future... Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.