Local Folks: Sonya Hanlin
Yoga therapy is not only Sonya Hanlin’s passion and career, but also what she attributes to shaping her into who she is. “I really credit the practice of yoga therapy as to what helped me evolve into the person that I get to be today, which is a much more stable and present and available […]
An Installation of Inspiration
A Vision for Art blends an elevated canvas of artists, collectors Community support for Episcopal School of Jacksonville (ESJ) came into focus during A Vision for Art, ESJ’s annual art event, presented in 2024 in conjunction with Northern Trust. The five-day art shopping experience kicked off with an opening night celebration on April 19 at […]
MOCA takes a walk on the wild side
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA) celebrated its 100th anniversary with a Centennial Gala themed for its latest exhibition, A Walk on the Wild Side. Held April 6 at the museum, the event brought the spirit of the ‘70s alive with music, art, dancing and artful moments that celebrated the beauty MOCA has brought […]
The Way We Were: Eunice Harris
Dressed to the nines, adorned with accessories, and hair in a simple updo, Eunice Harris brings a lively personality and positive attitude to every room she enters. Her eyes are bright, and her smile is warm when she meets new and old friends. When meeting Harris, one might be surprised when they learn her age. […]
Empowering Mothers
Prioritizing Breast Health this Mother’s Day Being a mother is good news in the fight against breast cancer. “If you’ve had a child, and you’ve breastfed, all of this decreases your likelihood – your risk – of getting breast cancer,” said Pink Ribbon Jax Chair Marica Pendjer. Mother’s Day is May 12, and Pink Ribbon […]
Girls Scouts Honored with Gold Awards
Girl Scouts of Gateway Council recognized 13 members of the 2024 Girl Scout Gold Award class who earned the highest award in Girl Scouting, the Gold Award, on Sunday, April 21 at the Florida State University Alumni Center Ballroom. The 2024 honorees identified issues in their communities, took action, and found or created solutions to […]
Master Facility Plan Sparks Concern for DCPS Parents
Communities across Jacksonville are still reeling from a Duval County Public School (DCPS) Master Facility Plan (MFP) proposal that would ultimately see extensive school closures throughout the county. “I think shock is the first thing that anyone who read that list felt,” said Tacoma Perry from the Fishweir Elementary PTA. The list Perry referred to […]
Hodgkins Recieves Sapphire Award
$50,000 in support will be directed to Gateway Community Services The Florida Blue Foundation recently honored nine statewide nonprofit programs, organizations and individuals working to improve health outcomes and health care access in their local communities. Among the 2024 Sapphire Award recipients was Candace Hodgkins, president and CEO of Gateway Community Services, who received a […]
