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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.
Hidden Gems: Jacksonville’s beaches offer more than the ocean for adventure seekers
Read full article: Hidden Gems: Jacksonville’s beaches offer more than the ocean for adventure seekersNews4JAX is highlighting Duval County’s beaches for this month’s 4 Your Neighborhood special. But beyond the shoreline, there are some hidden gems at the beaches that you don’t want to miss.
Guac and ghosts: Do you know Taco Lu’s haunted history?
Read full article: Guac and ghosts: Do you know Taco Lu’s haunted history?Did you know Taco Lu on Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville Beach has a ghost? You must go back in time to get to the bottom of the paranormal activity that people who work there tell you is just haunting.
Want to bring your dog to the beaches? Here are the rules you need to know
Read full article: Want to bring your dog to the beaches? Here are the rules you need to knowIf your dog loves to feel the sand in their paws, Duval County offers several pet-friendly beaches, but each has rules about when our fur friends can visit their shores.
BEAM offers light of hope for families, single mothers, senior citizens in need in beaches communities
Read full article: BEAM offers light of hope for families, single mothers, senior citizens in need in beaches communitiesSince 1985, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry, BEAM, has been serving members of the Beaches community who find themselves suddenly in crisis and unable to pay their rent, utility bill or feed their family.
St. Augustine city manager announces meetings for community input on large-scale events
Read full article: St. Augustine city manager announces meetings for community input on large-scale eventsOn Monday April 28 during a regularly scheduled City Commission meeting, the City Manager David Birchim announced a series of meetings to discuss large-scale events, scheduled in The Alcazar Room of City Hall
Raising change: How to build child-first communities
Read full article: Raising change: How to build child-first communitiesIn big cities and small towns, families across the country are facing economic struggles, immigration challenges, and the growing impact of our changing environment. But in many communities, families are not just navigating these challenges — they are leading the charge in solutions.
How Jacksonville’s CareerExpo is bridging the skills gap in Florida’s booming construction industry
Read full article: How Jacksonville’s CareerExpo is bridging the skills gap in Florida’s booming construction industryWith a growing demand for skilled workers across Florida, local students were able to get a hands-on look at what a future in the trades could look like.
St. Johns County community showers injured 12-year-old with prayers, love after e-bike crash
Read full article: St. Johns County community showers injured 12-year-old with prayers, love after e-bike crashWhile their friend and teammate continues to be in critical condition in the hospital following an e-bike crash, a St. Johns County football team is planning a vigil for him Wednesday night.
Florida officials say now is the time to prepare for hurricane season at last day of JaxReady Fest
Read full article: Florida officials say now is the time to prepare for hurricane season at last day of JaxReady FestAs hurricane season approaches, first responder agencies across Duval County are ensuring families are prepared. The Jax Ready Festival begins Friday, offering a free event designed to help the community get ready for potential emergencies.