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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.
‘An answer to prayer’: Georgia auto shop surprises struggling single mother with $160K after bringing car in for repairs
Read full article: ‘An answer to prayer’: Georgia auto shop surprises struggling single mother with $160K after bringing car in for repairsA Georgia auto service shop raised more than $160,000 to surprise a struggling mother after she brought her car in for repairs.
TELL US: Do you know a local Hispanic-owned business that deserves recognition?
Read full article: TELL US: Do you know a local Hispanic-owned business that deserves recognition?As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month coverage, News4JAX wants to recognize those in the Hispanic community locally who own businesses!
Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds gifts $300K to The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida
Read full article: Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds gifts $300K to The Salvation Army of Northeast FloridaThe Salvation Army of Northeast Florida has received a $300,000 grant from the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds to support both the Red Shield Lodge for women and families and Hopes Crossing for men.
‘Traumatizing’: 12-year-old daughter describes Baker County car crash that killed mother days before 32nd birthday
Read full article: ‘Traumatizing’: 12-year-old daughter describes Baker County car crash that killed mother days before 32nd birthdayTiffany Carter died Saturday and her daughter was injured when their car hydroplaned and struck some trees on U.S. 90. Her daughter described the harrowing crash as "traumatizing."
Celebrating seniors: Jax Humane waiving adoption fees for senior pets, plus free adoptions for anyone 62 or older
Read full article: Celebrating seniors: Jax Humane waiving adoption fees for senior pets, plus free adoptions for anyone 62 or olderIn honor of National Senior Citizens Day, the Jacksonville Humane Society will be offering free adoptions for all seniors 62 and up on Thursday. And adoption fees for senior pets will be waived for all adopters.
Volunteer with ACPS launches #904Challenge to get more animals adopted from overcrowded shelter
Read full article: Volunteer with ACPS launches #904Challenge to get more animals adopted from overcrowded shelterTessa Bullock, a volunteer with Animal Care and Protective Services in Jacksonville, launched the #904Challenge on Sunday to get more eyes on their shelter animals.
Walking testimony: Orange Park man completes 3rd cross-country trek on inspiring journey from addiction to advocacy
Read full article: Walking testimony: Orange Park man completes 3rd cross-country trek on inspiring journey from addiction to advocacyAn Orange Park man famous on social media for walking across the country hit a huge milestone on Sunday in Jacksonville Beach. Kyndal Edwards dipped his toes in the ocean, marking the end of his third cross-country trek.
Players Championship hosts adoption weekend at Jacksonville Humane Society
Read full article: Players Championship hosts adoption weekend at Jacksonville Humane SocietyTHE PLAYERS Championship is hosting an adoption weekend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at The Jacksonville Humane Society
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Eric Mann’s life of service at the YMCA and impact on Northeast Florida
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - Eric Mann’s life of service at the YMCA and impact on Northeast FloridaEric Mann, a dedicated leader at the YMCA, is preparing to retire next summer after an impressive 45-year career with the organization. His journey has taken him through multiple cities across the United States, culminating in his leadership role in Northeast Florida, where he has overseen significant growth and development.
‘Florida’s Playground’: An amusement park once stood in San Marco over 100 years ago. Now, only one piece of it remains
Read full article: ‘Florida’s Playground’: An amusement park once stood in San Marco over 100 years ago. Now, only one piece of it remainsThe park opened over 115 years ago on March 9, 1907, bringing a renewed vibrancy to the area years after the Great Fire of 1901 ravaged downtown Jacksonville.