Downtown Jacksonville’s Black History Month events
Throughout February, Downtown Jacksonville is hosting events honoring legacy, creativity and culture during Black History Month: 2/17: The…
The Internet Is Fuming After This Florida University Told A Student To Remove The Word “Black” From A Black History Month Flyer
Last week, anti-DEI policies had bizarre real-life consequences when a student at Florida A&M University (FAMU) was told…
The Black-owned restaurants all of Orlando should know about
Communities are only as powerful as the food they’re fueled by, and Orlando is full of Black-owned eateries…
Plant City organization shines light on community leaders
TAMPA, Fla. — Every year, the Plant City Black Heritage organization honors leaders who are making a difference in…
Around town: Largo news briefs | Largo
Fire Station 39 to host annual open house Largo Fire Rescue will host its annual open house at…
HART bus honors Rubin Padgett Sr.’s lasting impact in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. — Every day, Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) buses travel across Tampa Bay, carrying commuters, students,…
‘Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing’ celebrates 126 years in LaVilla Streets
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – From 500 students in Jacksonville’s LaVilla neighborhood to the Super Bowl stage, “Lift Ev’ry Voice…
New African American heritage exhibit opens at John G. Riley Center
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — A new exhibit on African American heritage in Tallahassee is now open at the…
John G. Riley Museum exhibit highlights Black military service in World Wars
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – A new exhibit opened at the John G. Riley Museum in Tallahassee. “African Americans…
St. Johns County designated as the future location for the Florida Museum of Black History by Florida’s Senate
In a unanimous vote, the Senate on Wednesday approved a proposal (SB 308) that would recognize the designation…
FAMU Officials Say ‘Overly Cautious Interpretation’ Led to Removal Of ‘Black’ From Black History Month Flyers
Officials at Florida A&M University are speaking out after a recent television news report addressed a FAMU law…
Nikki’s Place celebrates food, family at Orlando restaurant
ORLANDO, Fla. — Three generations of entrepreneurs and cooks in Orlando are keeping their family’s history alive, one plate…