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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.
‘Blew me away’: High school football player recalls moment Jaguars’ Travis Hunter surprised him at his home
Read full article: ‘Blew me away’: High school football player recalls moment Jaguars’ Travis Hunter surprised him at his homeHard work doesn’t always get immediate recognition, but for one local athlete, it showed up unexpectedly in his backyard in the form of Travis Hunter.
Jaguars’ Travis Hunter scores another viral moment when he surprises Jacksonville high school player mid-workout
Read full article: Jaguars’ Travis Hunter scores another viral moment when he surprises Jacksonville high school player mid-workoutA freshman football player at Christ’s Church Academy in Mandarin got an unexpected visitor during his at-home workout -- and the moment has gone viral.
‘I’m grateful’: Gold Star Families honored at annual Memorial Day observance in Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘I’m grateful’: Gold Star Families honored at annual Memorial Day observance in JacksonvilleThe city's yearly Memorial Day tradition is a heartfelt tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
‘Meeting them where they’re at’: How a former EMT is now a beacon of hope as a first responder peer support specialist
Read full article: ‘Meeting them where they’re at’: How a former EMT is now a beacon of hope as a first responder peer support specialistSince launching its First Responder Peer Support Program in June 2022, LSF Health Systems has answered calls from over 4,600 EMS professionals, law enforcement, firefighters and their families across 20 counties in Northeast and North Central Florida.
AAPI Heritage Month: Highlighting the long-time Wing Lee Yuen Truck Farm on Jacksonville’s Westside
Read full article: AAPI Heritage Month: Highlighting the long-time Wing Lee Yuen Truck Farm on Jacksonville’s WestsideOn Jacksonville’s Westside, Wing Lee Yuen Truck Farm was a long-lasting example of the Chinese-immigrant farms that sprang up in the city during the early 1900s.
Fernandina Beach asks for input from residents for Flood Adaptation Plan
Read full article: Fernandina Beach asks for input from residents for Flood Adaptation PlanThe city of Fernandina Beach is developing a Flood Adaptation Plan to protect the community from tidal flooding, storm surge, rainfall, and sea level rise.
Volunteers needed Thursday to place flags on gravesites for Memorial Day at Jacksonville National Cemetery
Read full article: Volunteers needed Thursday to place flags on gravesites for Memorial Day at Jacksonville National CemeteryStaff at Jacksonville National Cemetery are asking for volunteers of all ages to come out Thursday to help with the traditional placing of U.S. flags on gravesites in recognition of Memorial Day.
AAPI Heritage Month: Recognizing Japanese Association of Jacksonville president Kie Young
Read full article: AAPI Heritage Month: Recognizing Japanese Association of Jacksonville president Kie YoungWe’re shining the spotlight on Kie Young, president of the Japanese Association of Jacksonville. She’s also a member of the Mayor’s Asian American Advisory Board.
Clara White Mission serves up joy, hope, 1,500 meals for 31st annual ‘Miracle on Ashley Street’
Read full article: Clara White Mission serves up joy, hope, 1,500 meals for 31st annual ‘Miracle on Ashley Street’For 30 years, the "Miracle on Ashley Street" event has offered a beacon of light, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for Clara White Mission's efforts to uplift those experiencing homelessness.