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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.
What runners need to know for Gate River Run Expo; event moved from downtown to Mandarin for 2026 race
Read full article: What runners need to know for Gate River Run Expo; event moved from downtown to Mandarin for 2026 raceWith the highly-anticipated Gate River Run quickly approaching this weekend, the Sleiman Enterprises Runners’ Expo kicks off this morning at a new location from previous years.
Sea cow spotlight: Manatees at Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens featured in new habitat at updated entrance
Read full article: Sea cow spotlight: Manatees at Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens featured in new habitat at updated entranceVisitors who want an up-close look at the manatees being cared for at the Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens won’t have to travel far from the zoo’s new entrance to see them.
What to know if you’re running — or watching — the Gate River Run
Read full article: What to know if you’re running — or watching — the Gate River RunIf you’re running the annual Gate River Run — or just planning to be downtown — this year comes with major changes. We’re breaking down what you need to know before race day with the help of longtime race director Doug Allred.
Why the YMCA backs proposed legislation to widen swim voucher ages, create new water rules for rental properties
Read full article: Why the YMCA backs proposed legislation to widen swim voucher ages, create new water rules for rental propertiesThe Florida Department of Health lists drowning as the leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 1-4, and state lawmakers in Tallahassee are considering two bills aimed at reducing those deaths.
Durkeeville: How new leadership continues the legacy of a historic Jacksonville neighborhood
Read full article: Durkeeville: How new leadership continues the legacy of a historic Jacksonville neighborhoodWhen you hear the word Durkeeville, you might immediately think of JP Small Stadium, where Hank Aaron played baseball and The New Stanton, but it’s also a community investing in its history and growing future generations.
Jacksonville’s Iranian community gathers in celebration, hope after US attack on Iran
Read full article: Jacksonville’s Iranian community gathers in celebration, hope after US attack on IranMembers of Jacksonville’s Iranian community gathered at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park this weekend, not in protest, but in celebration. Many of them said they believe the latest developments in Iran could mark a turning point for their homeland and for loved ones still there.
Community gathers at Patriot Oaks Academy to remember 12-year-old student killed in crash outside school
Read full article: Community gathers at Patriot Oaks Academy to remember 12-year-old student killed in crash outside schoolSome families in St. Johns County gathered Sunday morning to remember a 12-year-old boy killed in a crash near Patriot Oaks Academy on Feb. 17.
World of Nations brings food, music and traditions to downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: World of Nations brings food, music and traditions to downtown JacksonvilleThe annual World of Nations festival drew vendors, performers and visitors to downtown Jacksonville for a weekend of food, music and cultural displays.
$1.9 million in improvements are coming to DeLeon Shores Park in Ponte Vedra Beach
Read full article: $1.9 million in improvements are coming to DeLeon Shores Park in Ponte Vedra BeachThe new $1.9 million project at DeLeon Shores Park off Dolphin Boulevard East will completely revamp the skate park, add three new lighted pickleball courts, upgrade the multipurpose field, and build a walking path around it.
Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens cuts ribbon on new SkyScape entrance
Read full article: Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens cuts ribbon on new SkyScape entranceThe Jacksonville Zoo & Botanical Gardens debuted its new $72 million VyStar SkyScape entrance on Friday with a ribbon-cutting event featuring top civic leaders, philanthropic partners, and executives from VyStar and the zoo.
