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Thomas Media Group, LLC is an African American owned firm which currently publishes the South Carolina Black Pages serving the state of South Carolina as well as the Jacksonville First Coast Black Pages serving N.E. Florida. Since 1990, the firm has offered small and minority owned businesses throughout South Carolina, Georgia and Florida cost effective exposure and visibility in an effort to sustain and grow their businesses.

GES PADarrin Thomas is a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Business where he earned an undergraduate degree in marketing and management. He currently serves as a member of the following boards: Wells Fargo Advisory Board, Boy Scouts of America, Moore School of Business Board of Advisors, Palmetto Health Foundation, SCANA Corporation Advisory Board, and Jacksonville Chamber Board of Trustees. In recognition of his accomplishments, Thomas has received the following awards: 1997 Minority Small Business Person of the Year, Columbia Chamber of Commerce; 1997 South Carolina Minority Business Person of the Year, South Carolina Small Business Administration; 1998 Distinguished Young Alumnus Award, University of South Carolina; and 1998 Entrepreneur of the Year, South Carolina Business Network. Thomas serves as president of Thomas Media Group, LLC and currently resides in Columbia, South Carolina.

Thomas Media Group, LLC operates five offices in the Southeastern U.S. The mission of Black Pages USA is to promote businesses and provide print and internet reference guides for consumers and businesses who want to patronize or serve African-American businesses. Thomas Media Group, LLC has received several awards for outstanding service to its communities: 1994, Minority Business Advocate of the Year; 1996, Business of the Year; 1997, Minority Small Business of the Year – Columbia Chamber of Commerce; 1997, Minority Business of the Year State of South Carolina – US Small Business Administration; 1998, Business of the Year – South Carolina Business Network; 1999, Blue Chip Enterprise Award – Mass Mutual – US Chamber of Commerce; 2001 BB&T Trailblazer Award. BLACKPAGESSOUTH.COM

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From the Publisher A New Direction 2014 represents 22 years of promoting economic empowerment via the Black Pages publication. During that time span, we were able to impact thousands of businesses as we created a paradigm shift in the minds of consumers throughout those communities and beyond. Friends after 22 years of serving the state regionally, we proudly launch the Black Pages mobile app! Being able to also promote those businesses utilizing the most up-to-date technology better positions us to reach our goal of empowering our communities like never before! We simply ask that you use the Black Pages network via the publication, mobile phone app or website and encourage others to do the same. We thank God for his continued grace, mercy, and favor! 22 years ago we reminded you that Victor Hugo once said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no idea more powerful than one whose time has comeâ&#x20AC;?. We think Victor would be quite proud of our new direction and we ask that you tell our advertisers you found them via the Black Pages network. They will be grateful and so will we!

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The Jacksonville First Coast Black Pages’ is proud to welcome its Inaugural Top 20 Under 40 Class of 2014! The Jacksonville Black Pages’Top 20 Under 40 is a tremendously talented group of young men and women who possess the attributes to advance the State of Florida. They have proven themselves locally, and are qualified and competent to leave their indelible mark globally, as well. This year’s class is filled with young, ambitious, professionals in all walks of life. They are gifted in careers ranging from educators, community activists, artists, corporate influencers, musicians, doctors and an array of other talents and gifts. We are excited to introduce them to the City of Jacksonville. It has been said, “I am not sure if tomorrow will take care of itself.” In order for us to solve problems and increase the quality of life for all of mankind, we must include young creative minds in the solution; they are a critical component of the overall process. We look forward to helping the Inaugural Class of The Top 20 Under 40 inspire our youth and like-minded professionals. They will not only inspire like-minded professionals, but they will empower our children by providing an example of “the solution,” and once we begin empowering our children, we will have begun to “save” them. Over the past several months (on blackpagessouth.com <http://blackpagessouth.com> ), we’ve been accepting nominations in hopes of finding some of Jacksonville’s most dynamic young professionals. We had fun throughout the process - nearly 100 applications were received, our first year! It is clear that Jacksonville’s best and brightest young entrepreneurs are making their mark professionally and in our community. This is the perfect marriage: The Unveiling of the 22nd Edition of the Jacksonville First Coast Black Pages and the introduction of The Black Pages’ Top 20 Under 40 Inaugural Class of 2014…one community… one directory for the City of Jacksonville. “Without vision, the people perish.” This should be the motto for the class of 2014 and for others to come. The path has been paved. Turn the page and help Thomas Media Group, LLC, publishers of the Jacksonville First Coast Black Pages and Florida Black Expo welcome and salute its Inaugural Top 20 Under 40 Class of 2014.

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Frank C. Emanuel Children’s Prevention Afterschool Program Coordinator River Region Human Services

Elexia Coleman-Moss Founder & Executive Director Empowerment Resources, Inc.

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Contents Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Black Pages Distribution Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Jacksonville First Coast Black Page’s Top 20 Under 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Up Front Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 On the Cover Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Who’s Who in Attorneys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Who’s Who in Banking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Who’s Who in Contractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Who’s Who in Funeral Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Who’s Who in Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Who’s Who in Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Who’s Who in Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 N.E. Florida Greek Leaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Historically Black Colleges & Universities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Alphabetical Listings of Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Profile of Achievements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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Index of Categories

Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Events/Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Attorneys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Bail Bonds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Greek Paraphernalia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Banking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Grocery Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Business Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Health Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Chamber Of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Construction Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Human Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Local and Long Distance Movers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Recreation/Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Media - Newspaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Media-Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Tax Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Medicine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

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Weight Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Port Authority. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Publishing and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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UP FRONT City of Jacksonville Florida Small and Emerging Business (JSEB)

Shamika Baker Director Shamika Baker is the Director of the City of Jacksonville Florida Small and Emerging Business (JSEB) program. The JSEB program was created to help build the capacity of small businesses so they can complete with not just for city contracts, but for any contract. Under the JSEB program the City provides qualifying business with assistance in securing performance and payment bonds, cash flow management, business planning, marketing and technical training specific to their industry, as well as instruction in general practices. The City of Jacksonville JSEB program in the past year has increased the number of small business contracts by 26%. Shamika received her B.S in Political Science/Pre-Law (minor) from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University where she worked in the President’s Office and interned at the State Capital for Representative Hugh Gibson. After working for state Representatives Renee Garcia, Frank Peterman, the Democratic National Committee and The State of Florida she moved to Jacksonville Florida to work for Mayor Alvin Brown. She’s apart of several community organizations, and loves supporting the economic growth of Jacksonville by assisting small business with contract opportunities.

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ere they are! Entrepreneurs, business owners, corporate and community leaders throughout the state as featured on our front cover. These individuals serve as role models and examples of success and leadership in our community. They are leaders who have shown what can be accomplished through hard work, dedication, determination and perseverance. Because of the foundation they have laid, we all can now traverse those mazes a little easier. “The Black Pages proudly introduces these outstanding individuals!”

Charlie J. Gillette, Jr. Esq. Charlie J. Gillette, Jr. Esq. he mission of Gillette Law, P.A is to provide the highest quality legal services, delivered promptly and with understanding of the particular needs of each client. Over the years, Charlie Gillette has helped hundreds of families to sort out their legal issues and to get compensation due them as the result of personal injuries

Gillette Law’s record of client advocacy is based in the commitment to equal justice for everyone. Attorney Gillette and staff are sensitive to the complexities and emotional content of personal injury cases. This helps make clients as comfortable as possible, while ensuring that they are positioned for the best outcome in their legal matters. From meticulous attention to detail to courageous confrontation of even the most powerful wrongdoers on your behalf, Gillette Law, P.A. has your legal needs covered We welcome you to spend some time browsing our web site to learn more about us and what we do. Although the firm has represented thousands of clients, Gillette Law, P. A. realizes that all cases are unique and each case demands new strategies and tactics. If you have questions or want to have a preliminary discussion about your potential claim, please contact the firm by email, telephone, or via this online contact form—whichever is most convenient for you. If you are unable to come to either office, the legal staff can come to you. Contact Gillette Law in Florida or Georgia. Gillette Law, P.A. is centrally located to serve clients in Florida and Georgia. The helpful professional staff is available Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-5:00pm, E.S.T. and at other times by appointment. Contact Gillette Law online at WWW.GILLETTELAW.COM or via telephone at (904) 358-1304 or toll-free at (800) 269-6353.

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Sherry H. Blue Make it Happen Bail Bonds herry H. Blue, a native of Jacksonville, Florida, is a graduate of William M. Raines High School and holds an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Edward Waters College. She is a veteran corporate America black belt who assists individuals in getting out of jail with compassion. Her passion to become a business owner was stemmed by her parents who were small business owners and the seed to follow in their footsteps was planted early.

While Sherry has many accomplishments, one of her proudest moments is when she achieved Six Sigma Black Belt certification, during her tenure with a Fortune 500 company. She coached and mentored a diverse staff while implementing direct strategic planning. In 2008, another proud moment was when she created Make It Happen Bail Bonds, Inc. It was fueled by her desire to make a personal difference in the lives of others in her community. Sherry has received recognitions and awards in the bail bond industry such as: The Top Sales Award by Seneca Insurance and Ninpo Surety (2011 & 2012); Overall Outstanding Agent Award by Seneca Insurance and Ninpo Surety (2012); and the Women of Steel Award by Entrepreneurs Anchor Magazine (2012). She is a graduate of the Jacksonville Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Business Center Marketing (2012) and Financial Matters (2014) program and is currently a fellow in their Leadership Matters program. In 2013, she became a Managing General Agent for Seneca Insurance, opening the Executive Bonding Group, Inc., supervising and managing bail agents in the state of Florida. Sherry serves on the Board of Directors for the Women Business Owners of Northeast Florida and is Vice President of the Jacksonville Surety Association. She is a member of the Professional Bail Agents of the United States and the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce. Sherry is a strong advocate and community volunteer who support organizations like the Clara White Mission, Operation Community Restore, Inc. and the Police Athletic League. She is a sponsor of the Jacksonville Giants ABA team. Sherry is Past President of the Omicron Beta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and is a Diamond Life Member of the Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter.

Coach Kevin Waters Jacksonville Giants evin Waters started his coaching career at Edward Waters College as an Assistant Coach for the Men's Basketball Team. They participated in the National Tournament (1999-2001). In 2003-04 at Kennesaw State University Coach Waters worked as a special assistant to a team that won the Division II National Championship in 2003. In 2005 he started his professional coaching career with the Gainesville Knights in the World Basketball Association as Director of Player Personnel. In the same year moved over to the women's side as an assistant coach at Murray State University. In 2007, Coach Waters was named as the Vice President of Basketball Operations for the Kentucky Retros in the American Basketball Association. In 2009 he became the General Manager/Head Coach of the Jacksonville Bluewaves and led them to a 8-0 regular season.

In 2010-11 he was named the General Manager/Head Coach of the Jacksonville Giants. The team went on to finish the regular season 24-0. In 2011-12 Mr.Waters led the Giants to a ABA National Championship and he was named ABA Coach Of The Year. In 2012-13, he led his Giants to a amazing 32-1 record and won his second consecutive ABA Championship, while being named the ABA Coach of The Year for the second consecutive year.

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G-Wiz WJBT 93.3 The Beat & WSOL V101.5 -Wiz is currently the Program Director for WJBT 93.3 The Beat & WSOL V101.5, in Jacksonville, FL. He started in radio over 16 years ago as a Street team member at 92.7 The Beat, The People Station and transitioned into a mix show mixer for years. He finally hit pay-dirt and received the official title of “Weekend On Air Jock, and shortly after that he was promoted to midday on-air personality and assistant promotions director until he finally reached his dream job as Program Director. His mentors in radio are Nate Bell, Doc Wynter, Bruce Demps, Steve Smith, Aaron Maxwell, Gail Austin and Karmen Brooks. His hobbies include traveling, DJing, playing pool and football or just trying something new. His immediate goal is to continue to be a successful Program Director but his long-term goal is to be happy!

Sheldon J. Vann, Esquire Law Office of Sheldon J. Vann, Esquire Attoney at Law heldon Vann practices law in the areas of criminal, personal injury and civil litigation. In his practice, he also handles real estate, bankruptcy and foreclosures, small businesses, debt collection, wills, probate, driving license suspensions and child support modifications cases. As a member of the Florida Bar, he is also licensed to practice law in Federal Court. He is a solo practitioner whose office is located downtown in the Aetna building across from Baptist Hospital on Prudential Drive in Jacksonville, Florida. He is a member of the Jacksonville Bar, Perkins Bar and the American Bar Association.

Prior to becoming an attorney, he accumulated 20 years of extensive professional experience in the corporate, educational and mortgage arenas. Mr. Vann recognized the importance of education in the early stages of life. However he does not hesitate to tell people he actually flunked out of several colleges because he did not take school seriously after graduating high school. While he may not have been a student who always excelled academically, he never quit and he was very persist in obtaining his educational goals. Sheldon attended high school in North Carolina. Upon receiving his high school diploma he attended school at North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, North Carolina and UDC at District of Columbia in Washington D.C. However, his success in college came when he graduated from Coastal Carolina University in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. In 2000 he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. Shortly thereafter, he continued his education by attending Florida Coastal School of Law where he graduated with a Juris Doctor degree in 2003. While attending Florida Coastal School of Law he was a member of the American Bar Association (Student Division), the Black Law Student’s Association (BLSA), Phi Delta Phi Legal Fraternity and the Christian Legal Society. Mr. Vann interned at the State Attorney’s Office in St. Augustine, Florida for a year in 2003 and that is where he developed his passion for criminal law. As a man who is willing to give of his time and talents, his efforts also extend to spiritual realm where Attorney Vann is a Licensed Minister at the Mighty Church of the Redeemed under the bible based guidance of Emanuel Washington Jr. and the late great Ethel Washington. Invitation to fellowship there is always extended to everyone! Attorney Vann has always put God first and he credits his personal and professional accomplishments to his strong faith and belief in a higher power. He devoutly believes in Proverbs 3:5-7.

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Damien Haitsuka Wells Fargo amien Haitsuka is Senior Vice President and First Coast Area President for Wells Fargo. He oversees more than 460 community banking team members and 45 banking stores in Baker, Clay, Duval, and Nassau counties.

Haitsuka joined Wells Fargo in 1996 and has worked in the financial services industry for more than 25 years. Prior to relocating to North Florida Haitsuka served as a District Manager in Los Angeles. His previous roles with Wells Fargo also include managing the sales development program in the Greater Los Angeles area and as a branch manager in various California markets. Haitsuka is actively involved in the community. He serves on the board of the Jacksonville Urban League where he is the immediate Past-Chair. He also serves as a board member for the Sanctuary on 8th Street, a non-profit organization serving inner city children and youth. Haitsuka is a graduate of the UCLA John E. Anderson Graduate School of Management African American Leaders Program.

Jerome and Katrina Brown Jerome Brown Barbeque fter thirty years in the restaurant business within Jacksonville, Fl., Jerome continues to be a pivotal and driving force in the local and national restaurant scene. Jerome Brown serves as the President for Basic Products, LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of food products for national retailers. Jerome is also the Managing Partner of Jerome Brown BBQ; a family owned and operated restaurant Management Company based in Jacksonville, Florida. In 1985, Jerome was one of the first Food Truck vendors to service the local community and specifically employees at the Maxwell House Coffee manufacturing plant located at the Shipyards. Thereafter, in 1987 at the age of 27, Jerome and his wife, JoAnn, developed Jerome Brown’s Catering to pursue the City of Jacksonville’s Meals on Wheels program serving 30 senior citizen sites and over 1,800 meals daily.

After creating several restaurant concepts, Jerome decided to open a barbeque restaurant in 1997 with his namesake, Jerome Brown’s Barbeque. Since opening the restaurant, Jerome has been able to develop quite a unique following and fan base that has generated several Best BBQ awards. After 13 years of operating Jerome Brown’s Barbeque, an opportunity presented itself with Sam’s/Wal-Mart in 2010 to introduce the Jerome Brown’s Barbeque Sauce in a local Sam’s store. After great success in product sales within the first store, Sam’s began introducing the products in other Sam’s store locations throughout Jacksonville and even locations extending beyond region. With the success of product and a host of other products in the development pipeline, Jerome and Joann acquired a 30,000 manufacturing facility to expand the product reach across Sam’s/ Wal-Mart and other large grocery retail operations. atrina Brown serves as the Vice President of Business Development for Basic Products, LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of food products for national retailers. Katrina is also the Managing Partner of Jerome Brown BBQ; a family owned and operated restaurant Management Company based in Jacksonville, Florida. Katrina has been directly involved in securing a distribution agreement with Sam’s/Wal-Mart. She also coordinated the financial arrangement of private equity, SBA lending and grant funding to redevelop a large manufacturing facility. Katrina received her B.S in Finance from Clark Atlanta University. Katrina is also a candidate running for City Council District 8 in 2015.

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The Honorable Reginald L. Brown Jacksonville City Council eginald L. Brown is a native of Jacksonville, Florida and attended local public schools which prepared him to matriculate educational institutions of higher learning. He earned his undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice from Edward Waters College and a Master’s degree in Social Science with a concentration in Public Administration from Florida A&M University.

Reginald’s professional focus has been dually served in both social services as well as, the United States Army. He has worked in the social service arena and served in the military for over 20 years. Reginald worked through the ranks of social service. He started his career as a probation officer and quickly soared into leadership. He mastered different skills and responsibilities and accomplished the position as Chief Executive Officer for the Project Reach Foundation. Additionally, Reginald has served over 20 years in the United States Army and currently serves as a Warrant Officer in the Army Reserves. Again excelling far past his contemporaries; he moved through the ranks and received several leadership recognitions for his commitment and dedication to the Armed Forces. He was elected to the Jacksonville City Council in November 2008, and re-elected in 2011. Reginald continues to serve on several boards and committees. He has been the recipient of several accolades for his work with youth, as well as, the community. Furthering those efforts, he continues to promote “education as a requirement not an option”. He has devoted strong work ethics in over informing the community and encouraging others to engage in their civic responsibilities. More importantly he is familiar with the needs of District 10 and is committed to moving the city to the next level. Through all of his accomplishments he takes pride in being a man that is strong in faith. He believes in the importance of having a relationship with God, family, and friends. Reginald is a father of three: daughter Tanisha, and twin boys Reginald II, and Nigel. Reginald is a member of several organizations and has had the opportunity to complete Leadership Jacksonville and The Congressional Black Caucus Leadership Boot Camp. Finally it is his mission to serve the community and promote the self-help philosophy concept with great magnitude in order to maximize all of the talents bestowed upon us.

Derek Lott Winn Dixie n August 2013, Bi-Lo Holdings created a new role to help the company better understand the diverse needs of our customers and the communities it serves. To lead this new initiative, Derek Lott was appointed as senior director of supplier diversity.

At Bi-Lo Holdings, we believe that diversity and inclusion is important to the growth of our people and business. Part of that commitment includes building a strong supplier diversity program that will enable us to build relationships with, and purchase goods and services from, certified small businesses as well as minority and women-owned businesses. Prior to this role, Lott served as director for strategic sourcing since June, 2011 and has provided sourcing support for more than $2.5 billion in purchases for the company. As senior director of supplier diversity, Lott develops strong business relationships with qualified, talented and competitive minority-, women- and veteran-owned businesses and includes them in the company’s procurement pipelines.

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Rhonda Peoples-Waters Rhonda Peoples-Waters, P.A. ttorney Rhonda Peoples-Waters has tried over 50 non-jury and jury trials in her career. She was the lead trial counsel in more than half of those cases. She has been licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of Florida since 1999 and she began her career at the Public Defender’s Office in Jacksonville, Florida. Attorney Rhonda Peoples-Waters has handled thousands of cases covering misdemeanors and felonies. She finished her career at the Public Defender’s Office, after serving as the Division Chief of both of the Repeat Offender Divisions in Duval County. Attorney Peoples-Waters then matriculated to practice Criminal Law and Personal Injury Law at the Law Office of Craig Gibbs. She participated in mediations and civil depositions. She settled several large figure personal injury cases. She conducted numerous negotiations with large and small insurance companies on behalf of her clients.

It was upon receiving clear direction from God, that Attorney Rhonda Peoples-Waters opened her law firm, Rhonda Peoples-Waters P.A. Our firm specializes in criminal defense and personal injury cases. Our firm takes pride in seeking justice for our clients just as we want it applied in our own lives. After growing up in historic Selma, Alabama, Attorney Peoples-Waters has a personal experience of how important justice is and how justice matters to all. Attorney Peoples-Waters graduated from Selma High School with honors. She then successfully obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Fisk University with Cum Laude distinction. Immediately thereafter, she matriculated to the University Of Florida College Of Law on an academic scholarship and graduated. Additionally, Attorney Peoples-Waters is a member or former member of various organizations including the City of Jacksonville Ethics Commission, Executive Board member of the Jacksonville branch- NAACP, the Daniel Webster Perkins Bar Association (Past President), the Jacksonville Bar Association, Jacksonville Area Legal Aid Board of Directors, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and the Trustee Ministry of First Baptist Church of Oakland. She also serves on Mayor Brown’s legal transition team and is a News Channel 4 legal analyst. Furthermore, Attorney Rhonda Peoples-Waters was candidate for Duval County Court Judge earning over 149,000 votes endorsed by the Fraternal Order of Police and the Florida Times Union. Attorney Peoples-Waters was named a 2013 Nation’s Best Advocates: 40 Lawyers Under 40 and a 2014 National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers. The most important success of Attorney Rhonda Peoples-Waters’ life, out of all the outstanding accomplishments mentioned above and unmentioned, is her Absolute Love for God! As a result of this awesome love; flows her love for her daughter (Jasmine), her parents (Ronald and Winona), brother (Bernard), family members, friends, and mankind. She is thankful for the opportunity to try and imitate our Lord. All honor and glory is due to Him!

The Honorable Kimberly Daniels Spoken Word Ministries and Word Bible College/Jacksonville City Council imberly Daniels is the founder of Spoken Word Ministries and Word Bible College. She has over 40,000 worldwide subscribers to her monthly newsletters and prayer alerts. Her daily radio broadcast,25 Minutes of Power (During the lunch Hour) has received record-breaking ratings. (AM 1320 - FM103.7)

Kim was The National Junior College and World Armed Forces Sprint Champion. She attended Florida State University and completed studies to obtain Bachelor’s through Doctorate degrees in secular and ministerial education. Kim has traveled to over 30 countries as an author and international speaker. Publishing 14 books, she has sold over 600,000 copies. Ten of her books are published in foreign languages and several are listed as best sellers in the African American Market. Kim was elected to the Jacksonville City Council in 2011. Managing her own campaign, she received almost 93,000 votes after only a few months on the ballot.

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Barbara Coleman, Gene Coleman and Homer H. St. Clair State Farm arbara is a native Floridian. She is a graduate of Ocala High School and Central Florida Community College in Ocala, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of West Florida in 1972. She earned a Master of Arts in Business from Central Michigan University in 1980.

She began her career in the insurance industry in 1974 with Allstate Insurance. After moving to Jacksonville in 1978, she began working for State Farm Insurance in the Commercial Lines Division. In 1985 she opened her State Farm Agency in Orange Park. She has built and maintained a very successful career in agency having won the Crystal Excellence for profit, Top Auto Producer, and Millionaire Club. Barbara is very active in her community. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Pi Eta Omega Chapter, Vice Chair of the Clay County Housing Finance Authority, The Way Free Clinic, Orange Park Rotary (Sunrise Club), Clay County Chamber of Commerce, Stewardship Chair at Calvary United Methodist Church, and a Lifetime member of the NAACP. She has been past chairman of the Board of Directors for Quigley House and the Clay County American Cancer Society. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Ron. They have two daughters, and most proud of their four grandchildren. Her “heaven on earth” is spending time with her family at their farm in Marion County, Florida. ene Coleman, a lifetime native of Jacksonville, Florida has spent 34 years in affiliation with State Farm Insurance Companies. While he continues to enjoy what has proven to be a successful career in the insurance industry, he and his experienced fully licensed staff remains true to their mission. “That mission is to focus our talents and skills on helping people manage their everyday risks, recover from the uncontrollable, while still realizing their dreams. This will allow us to maintain our enviable position of industry leader in the products and services we provide.” Contact and detailed information on the many products and services offered can be found on his website at www.genecolemanagency.com/ Gene who is fully licensed to sell all lines of Insurance and Financial Services, holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Finance and Insurance from the University of Miami. He enjoyed a successful football career that stretched from his days as an Andrew Jackson “Tiger” to the University of Miami Hurricanes and culminated with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Gene finds his 33 years of marriage to his wife Denise, to be more fulfilling than he could have ever imagined. They have one son, Denzell, who is attending Edward Waters College. “I feel blessed to have been allowed to serve in the community where I grew up and grateful to all those who thought it not robbery to support my efforts. Since early childhood, I have sought to have a relationship with God that goes through Jesus Christ and I’m still enjoying the journey.” That’s why you’ll find Gene and his family in Fellowship at the First Baptist Church of Oakland where all are welcome to join them there.

omer H. St. Clair, a State Farm’s Agent (23 years) is a native of Jacksonville, Florida and graduate of Matthew W. Gilbert High School. He attended Florida A&M University as a music major (Tuba), and was president of the Incomparable Marching 100 Band.

While attending FAMU, he met and married his wife Connie (37 years), and the couple has 2 adult daughters, Harmoni and Homecia. Homer is actively involved in ministry and serves as a deacon at: First Church Hopewell, Dr. Gary L. Williams, Sr. Pastor.

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Rose Nolan Walker and Verna Washington Ford Holmes-Glover-Solomon Funeral Directors, Inc. ose Nolan Walker is Trustee and Funeral Director and Embalmer in R Charge at Holmes-Glover-Solomon Funeral Directors, Inc., where she has been employed for over 15 years. She operates the firm on behalf of the children of Victor Emmanuel Solomon, Sr. (Deceased 2009), Victor, Jr. and Victoria. She is a graduate of Andrew Jackson Senior High School, Class of 1984, and later obtained degrees from Miami-Dade Community College (Associate of Science – Mortuary Science) and University of Phoenix (Bachelor of Science – Business Management). Rose has resided in and visited many states but her heart has always been in Jacksonville with her family and many friends. Her heart for cruising has also afforded her the benefit of visiting several countries. She is an active affiliate of the Florida First Coast Mortician’s Association and also a member of Open Arms Christian Fellowship Church under the leadership Pastor Leofric W. Thomas, Sr., where she is a member of the Youth Team and sings in the choir. Her passion for music has extended into the various other choirs that she has ministered in song currently singing in the Michael Johnson Choir. Rose has found joy in assisting with her children’s band parent’s associations and sports activities. In her leisure time, she enjoys shopping, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She also loves mentoring the youth as she presently does on the high school level. Rose is married to Michael A. Walker, Sr., has three sons, Michael, Jr.., Mitchell, and Myles; and a granddaughter, Jazlyn. erna Washington Ford has worked for Holmes Glover Solomon Funeral Directors as a Licensed Funeral Director and V Embalmer for over 19 years serving the Duval and neighboring counties. Ms. Ford is the daughter of the late Honorable Alfred Washington and Marian Washington. Originally from south Florida her family relocated to Jacksonville where she attended and graduated from Terry Parker High School. Later she matriculated to Tuskegee University receiving her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management in 1987. After completion of her bachelor’s degree, she completed her Mortuary Science degree from Miami Dade College in 1989. Verna has volunteered with various youth groups in the community including Boys Scouts of America, and Awanas Christian Club, and actively participates with Family Promise, the Jacksonville Tuskegee Alumni Chapter and C.O.P.S. She is the proud parent of two wonderful sons, Calvin and Victor. She is a member of Abyssinnia Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Eugene Diamond. One of Verna’s favorite quotes is by Booker T. Washington: “Success is not measured by the position one has reached in life, rather by the obstacles overcome while trying to succeed.”

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Law Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A. 9282 Atlantic Boulevard Jacksonville.......................................................................904-805-1500 4981 Atlantic Boulevard, Jacksonville ...................................................................... 904-446-8217 4608 Norwood Ave. • Jacksonville.....................................904-446-8217 964 North Temple Ave. • Starke.........................................904-250-0673 637 Blanding Blvd., Ste. 4 Orange Park ......................................................................904-272-7575 700 Reid Street Palatka ..............................................................................386-206-8794 see back cover and ad page 30

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Ponte Vedra • 601 State Road A1A • Ponte Vedra Sawgrass Village • 700 Sawgrass Village Dr. • Ponte Vedra Palm Valley • 3795 Palm Valley Road • Ponte Vedra County Road 210 • 10970 U.S. Hwy. 1 North • St. Augustine

Wells Fargo DOWNTOWN/RIVERSIDE Riverside • 803 Lomax Street Broad Street Remote • 60 Broad Street Enterprise Tower • 225 Water Street Riverplace •1301 Riverplace Blvd. San Marco • 1562 Atlantic Blvd. Phillips Highway • 3650 Phillips Highway

NORTHSIDE Edgewood • 380 S. Edgewood Avenue Lake Forest • 1336 W. Edgewood Avenue Springfield • 1601 Main Street Dunn Avenue • 899 Dunn Avenue Dunn Avenue Remote • 10740 Balmoral Drive

WESTSIDE Westside • 4328 Blanding Boulevard Lakeshore • 4617 San Juan Avenue Ortega • 4206 San Juan Avenue Normandy • 6545 Normandy Boulevard West Normandy • 7991 Normandy Boulevard OakLeaf • 9550 Argyle Forest Boulevard

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MANDARIN Mandarin • 10600 San Jose Boulevard South Mandarin • 12222 San Jose Boulevard Julington Creek • 460 State Road 13 North San Jose • 6530 Saint Augustine Road Old St. Augustine Road • 11025 Old St. Augustine Road Bartram Park • 13750 St. Augustine Road BAYMEADOWS Baymeadows • 8715 Baymeadows Road Deerwood • 9700 Baymeadows Road Reedy • 10950 Baymeadows Road

ST. AUGUSTINE Johns Creek • 2841 County Road 210 West St. Augustine Main • 24 Cathedral Place State Road 312 • 1919 U.S. Hwy. 1 South Cobblestone • 105 Cobblestone Drive Moultrie Square • 4285 U.S. Hwy. 1 South MACCLENNY MacClenny • 744 S. 6th St. CALLAHAN Callahan • 542196 U.S. Highway 1

ARLINGTON Arlington • 840 N. University Boulevard Merrill Road • 7107 Merrill Road Regency • 9580 Regency Square Boulevard

FERNANDINA BEACH Five Points • 1860 S. 8th Street

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Churches Abyssinia Missionary Baptist Church 10325 Interstate Center Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 696-1770

Beverly Hills Church of God 9113 Ridge Blvd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-6096

African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC) 11th Episcopal District Office 101 E. Union Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-8262

Central Baptist Church 524 W. 3rd Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-3214

All People International, Incorporated 1993 West Edgewood Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-2206 Allen Chapel AMEC 1529 Swan Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350-9281 Allen Chapel AMEC 283 McIver Avenue, Macclenny. . . . . . . . . . . . . 259-5398 AMEC Connectional Lay Organization 6910 New Kings Road, Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . 765-9159 AME Church of the Master 5637 Vernon Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-7834

Church of God by Faith 730 Lawtey Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 964-9396 Collins Chapel AMEC 465 East Highway #90, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266-2349 Colossians Baptist Church 1154 W. 31st Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . `768-2428 Community Baptist Church 1781 Art Museum Drive, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396-1373 Dayspring Baptist Church 5654 Dunn Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-0303 Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church 3759 St. Isabelle Drive, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 743-8485

Bethel AMEC P.O. Box 699/Page Street, Callahan Bethel AMEC 116 S. Yong Street, Ormond Beach . . . . . . . . . . 677-8225 Bethel AMEC 115 N. 8th Street, Palatka, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 328-3540 Bethel Baptist Institutional Church 215 Bethel Baptist Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-1464 Bethesda Faith Assembly 600 E 4TH Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-7813 Beulah Missionary Baptist Church 966 Ionia Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358-8904

El Bethel El Divine Holiness Church 732 W. 4th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359-0661 Emanuel M.B. Church 2407 Division Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-9371 Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist 2760 Edgewood Avenue West, . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-0085 Ephesian Baptist Church 1841 W. 3rd Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-4048 Evergreen Baptist Church 1100 Logan Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-7975

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Faith United Holiness Church 1860 W. 5th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-3670

Greater Holy Temple Church of God In Christ 1656 West Edgewood Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-4891

Faust Temple COGIC 3328 Moncrief Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-1418

Greater Jerusalem Baptist Church 1435 West State Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2100

First AMEC of Palm Coast P.O. Box 353967, Palm Coast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 446-5759

Greater Macedonia Baptist Church 1880 West Edgewood Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-9257

First Baptist Church of Mandarin 3990 Loretto Road (MDRN), . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268-2422

Greater Payne Chapel AMEC 1230 East 23rd Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-6015

First Baptist Church of Oakland 1027 Jessie Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-5295

Greater Refuge Temple 1317 Rowe Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-4009

First Deliverance Church 1957 W. Beaver Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-9728

Greater St. Matthew Missionary Baptist Church 649 Franklin Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-1915

First New Zion Baptist Church 1700 Davis Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-8677

Henry Gordon Chapel AMEC 1533 West 23rd Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-5216

First Tabernacle - Church of God and Saints of Christ 3403 N. Stuart Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 904-358-2291

Historic Mt. Zion AMEC 201 East Beaver Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-9475

First Timothy Baptist Church 12103 Biscayne Blvd., . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 757-9878

Holy Church of the Living God 1598 West 14th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-2631

First Titus Missionary Baptist Church 3365 New Kings Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-9376

Holy Temple Church of the Lord Jesus Christ 702 Lafayette Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-9422

Friendship Baptist Church 7147 New Kings Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-3107

Hopewell AMEC Route 3, Box 5380, Lake Butler

Gibbs Chapel AMEC 7951 Derkle Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-8812

Hurst Chapel AMEC 28 _ Bernard Street, P.O. Box 1474, St. Augustine

Grace Baptist Church 1553 E. 21st Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-2941

Jerusalem Baptist Church Southside 2935 St. Augustine Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396-0855

Grant Chapel AMEC 387 East Franklin Street, Oviedo. . . . . . . . 407-365-6039

Joint-Heirs Ministry & Christian Center 2100 Dunn Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 757-3226

Greater Allen Chapel AMEC 749 Pine Street, P.O. Box 404, Starke . . . . . . . . 964-8330

Julington Baptist Church 12740 Snyder Street (MDRN), . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268-2344

Greater Bethany Baptist Church 401 Stockton Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388-5217

King Solomon United Baptist Church 2221 Forest Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-8052

Greater Grant Memorial AMEC 5533 Gilchrist Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-5992

Lewis Memorial AMEC 2123 Talledga Road, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-7389

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Mt. Morish AMEC 99 Oak Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2824

Macedonia AMEC 202 South 9th Street, Fernandina Beach . . . . . . 261-4114

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church 1953 West 9th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-9750

Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church 5729 Avenue B, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-0114

Mt. Moriah Holiness Church 1005 Odessa Street, P.O. Box 9962, . . . . . . . . . 353-9750

Main Street Baptist Church 23 W. 8th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-3078

Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church 8778 Lake Placid Drive, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-8916

Miracle Deliverance Temple 1409 Cleveland Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 633-5003

Mt. Olive AMEC 841 Franklin Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-6085

Missionary Tabernacle Baptist Church 5730 Sawyer Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-5333

Mt. Olive AMEC Cross & Pine Streets, East Palatka . . . . . . . . . . 325-1836

Moncrief Missionary Baptist Church 1453 West 22nd Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-2954

Mt. Olive Primative Baptist Church 1319 North Myrtle Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-0015

Mother Midway AMEC 1456 Van Buren Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-9044

Mt. Pisgah AMEC U.S. #3101 South, Starke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 964-5221

Mt. Moriah AMEC 403 Booe St., P.O. Box 2599, Bunnell

Mt. Pisgah AMEC Kingsley Street-Federal Pointe, Hastings

Mt. Pisgah AMEC 1915 Jordan St, Atlantic Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246-4475 Mt. Zion AMEC Chase & Washington Streets, Hastings . . . . . . . 692-1710 Mt. Ararat Baptist Church 2503 North Myrtle Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-5077 Mt. Bethel Baptist Church 1620 Helena Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-8032 Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 301 Spruce Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-1455 Mt. Canaan Baptist Church 36 West 18th Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-6912 Mt. Herman Baptist Church 5527 Redpoll Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8433 Mt. Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church 9319 Ridge Blvd., . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-1866

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church 6132 Flicker Avenue, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 766-8993 Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 2036 Silver Street, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-7249 Mt. Tabor AMEC 5410 NW 27th Avenue. Ocala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mt. Vernon Baptist Church 1462 Prince Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-0140 Mt. Zion AMEC 3811 Old St. Augustine Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399-3838 Mt. Zion AMEC Southside 3811 St. Augustine Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 399-3838 Mt. Zion AMEC 549 Palmetto Avenue, Green Cove Springs . . . . . . . . . . . 284-2899

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Mt. Zion AMEC (Watertown) Rt. 7 Box 535, Lake City . . . . . . . . 755-7419

Peace Missionary Baptist Church 1759 Rowe Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-7659

Mt. Zion Baptist Church 7468 Magnolia St. (Mandarin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262-0687

Philadelphia Baptist Church 5577 Moncrief Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-0161

Mt. Zion Baptist Church 2838 San Diego Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396-5662

Philip R. Cousin AMEC 2601 Orange Picker Road (Mdrn), . . . . . . . . . . 262-3083

Muhammed Temple #66 2242 Commonwealth Avenue

Phillippian Community Church 7578 New Kings Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-7331

New Allen Chapel AMEC 7711 Crawford Road (Bayard) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292-1019

Potter’s House Christian Fellowship 1150 S. Lane Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 695-2837

New Bethel AMEC 1231 Tyler Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-1822

Prince Chapel AMEC Nassauville, Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

New First Corinth Baptist Church 6119 Bagley Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-1454

Queen Esther Church of God in Unity 1747 McQuade Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358-2387

New Fountain Chapel AMEC 737 Jessie Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358-2258

Robert’s Mount Pisgah AMEC 1915 Jordan Road, Atlantic Beach. . . . . . . . . . . 246-4475

New Hope AMEC 2708 Davis Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2121

Royal Tabernacle Baptist Church 1320 W. 21st Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2123

New Life Community United Methodist Church 10696 Lem Turner Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-7779

Second Missionary Baptist Church 1456 West 5th Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-8268

New Mt. Tabor Baptist Church 1451 Mt. Herman Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-9883

Shiloh Holiness Church 2101 Caljon Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396-4880

New Mt. Zion Baptist Church 618 N. Georgia Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-4557

Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church 1118 West Beaver Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-8829

New Redeemed Missionary Baptist Church 1614 E. 30th Street. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-4412

Simpson Memorial United Methodist Church 1114 Cleveland Street. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-9335

New St. James AMEC 2128 Forest Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-3282

Southside Church of God in Christ 4058 Old St. Augustine Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398-1625

Omni Worship Center 1133 N. Arlington Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 726-9577

St. Andrew AMEC 125 South 9th Street, Jacksonville Beach . . . . . 246-1756

Payne Chapel AMEC 1230 E. 23RD Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-6015

St. Andrews Missionary Baptist Chuech 2600 W. 45th Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-9777

Payne Chapel AMEC Rte. #1, Box 188, East Palatka

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St. James AMEC 1539 East 27th Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-7080

St. Stephen AMEC 913 West 5th Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 358-2399

St. James AMEC P.O. Box 715, Lake Butler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 496-2325

St. Thomas Missionary Baptist Church 5863 Moncrief Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-8800

St. James AMEC 504 McIntosh Avenue, Orange Park. . . . . . . . . . 278-7037

Summerville Baptist Church 2842 Mars Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-8186

St. John Missionary Baptist Church 1920 Mound Street, Orange Park . . . . . . . . . . . 264-9880

Sunday Morning Spiritual House of Prayer 3308 N. Lee Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-4310

St. Joseph Baptist Church 485 West 1st Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2359

Sweetfield Baptist Church 1365 Harrison Street. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-4909

St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church 533 Dewdrop Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-2359

Tabernacle African Universal Church, Incorporated 3531 Old Kings Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-0608

St. Luke AMEC 694 Pearl Street/Box 341, St. Augustine . . . . . . 824-6120

Tabernacle Baptist Institutional Church 903 E. Union Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-7736

St. Luke Baptist Church 742 Franklin Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-5122

Thankful Missionary Baptist Church 7937 Thrasher Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-8476

St. Mark Baptist Church 6538 Restlawn Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 765-8937

The Church Fellowship Worship Ministries 9117 Lem Turner Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 924-0000 Titus Shekinah Evangelistic Harvest Dome 10551 Beach Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 646-9990

St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Missionary Baptist Church (Renewed Life Ministries) 3848 St. Augustine Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398-8410 St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church 6910 New Kings Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 764-2755 St. Paul AMEC 1410 Pearl Street, Mayport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-7606

Union Community AMEC 1155 West Beaver Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-0706 Union Progressive Baptist Church 613 Pippin Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-3102 United House of Prayer for All People 960 N. Pearl Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355-9085

St. Paul AMEC 85 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, St. Augustine, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 829-3918

Varick AME Zion Church 7013 Blackard Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 725-5892

St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church 3738 Winton Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 768-7112

Wayman Chapel AMEC (Wayman Ministries) 8855 Sanchez Road, (near San Jose & Baymeadows) . . 739-7500

St. Philips Episcopal Church 801 Pearl Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-1053

West Friendship Baptist Church 945 Carrie Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356-1016

St. Pius The Fifth Catholic Church 2110 Blue Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354-1501

West Union Baptist Church 761 Acorn Street . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353-0681

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ALABAMA

FLORIDA

Alabama A&M University - www.aamu.edu Post Office Box 908 • Normal 35762 . . . . . . . . . . . . 256/851-5245

Bethune-Cookman College 640 Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. • Daytona Beach 32114 . 386/481-2000

Alabama State University - www.alasu.edu 915 S. Jackson St. • Montgomery 36101 . . . . . . . . 334/229-4291

Edward Waters College 1658 Kings Rd. • Jacksonville 32209. . . . . . . . . . . . 904/470-8000

Concordia College - www.higher-ed.lcms.org/selma 1804 Green St. • Selma 36701. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334/874-5700

Florida A&M University - www.famu.edu Suite G-9 • Tallahassee 32307 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 850/599-3796

Miles College - www.miles.edu Post Office Box 3800 • Birmingham 35208 . . . . . . . 205/929-1661

Florida Memorial College - www.fmc.edu 15800 NW 42nd Avenue • Miami 33054 . . . . . . . . . . . . 800/822-1362

Oakwood College - www.oakwood.edu 7000 Adventist Blvd. • Huntsville • 35896 . . . . . . . . 800/824-5312

GEORGIA

Selma University 1501 Lapsley St, Selma, AL 36701 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334/872-2533 Stillman College - www.stillman.edu 3600 Stillman Blvd. • Tuscalusa 35403 . . . . . . . . . . 800/841-5722 Talladega College - www.talladega.edu 627 W. Battle St. • Talladega 35160 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256/761-6219 Tuskegee University - www.tusk.edu Old Administration Bldg. • Tuskegee 36088 . . . . . . . 334/727-8500

Albany State College - www.asurams.edu 504 College Dr. • Albany 31705 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229/430-4650 Clark-Atlanta University - www.cau.edu 223 James P. Brawley Dr. • Atlanta 30314. . . . . . . . 404/880-8000 Fort Valley State College - www.fvsx.peachnet.edu 1005 State University Dr. • Fort Valley 31030. . . . . . 912/825-6307 Morehouse College - www.morehouse.edu 830 Westview Dr., SW • Atlanta 30314. . . . . . . . . . . 404/215-2632

ARKANSAS

Morris Brown College - www.morrisbrown.edu 643 Martin Luther King Dr., NW • Atlanta 30314 . . . 404/739-1560

Arkansas Baptist College 1621 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, Little Rock 72206 . . 501/370-4000

Paine College - www.paine.edu 1235 15th Street • Augusta 30901. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800/476-7703

Philander Smith College - www.philander.edu 812 W. 13th Street • Little Rock 72202 . . . . . . . . . . 501/370-5221

Savannah State University - www.scad.edu 342 Bull Street • Savannah 31404. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 912/356-2181

University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff - www.uapb.edu 1200 N. University Dr., Mail Slot #4983 Little Rock 72202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 501/370-5221

Shorter College - www.shorter.edu 315 Shorter Ave. • Rome 30165. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 706/233-7319

CALIFORNIA

Spelman College - www.spelman.edu 350 Spelman Lane • Atlanta 30314 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800/982-2411

Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science - www.cdrewu.edu 1731 East 120th St. • Los Angeles 90059 . . . . . . . . 323/563-4800

ILLINOIS

DELAWARE

Chicago State University - www.csu.edu 9501 South Street King Dr. • Chicago 60628 . . . . . . 229/430-4650

Delaware State College - www.dsc.edu 1200 N. Dupont Hwy. • Dover 19901 . . . . . . . . . . . . 302/857-6353

KENTUCKY

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Howard University - www.howard.edu 2400 Sixth St., NW • Washington 20059 . . . . . . . . . 202/806-2700

Kentucky State University - www.kysu.edu 400 East Main Street • Franfort 40601. . . . . . . . . . . 502/597-6813 Simmons University Bible College Louisville 40210. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502/776-1443

University of the District of Columbia 4200 Connecticut Ave., NW • Washington 20008 . . 202/274-5000

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Lincoln University - www.lincolnu.edu 80 Chestnut • Jefferson City 65102. . . . . . . . . . . 573/681-5022 NEW YORK

Grambling State University - www.gram.edu 100 Main Street • Grambling 71245 . . . . . . . . . . 318/247-3811

City University of New York-City College - www.ccny.cuny.edu Convent Ave. and 138th St. • New York 10031 . . 212/650-6977

Southern University and A&M College - www.subr.edu Baton Rouge 70813 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225/771-4500

City University of New York-York College - www.york.cuny.edu 94-20 Guy R Brewer Blvd. • Jamaica 11451 . . . . 212/650-6977

Southern University at New Orleans - www.suno.edu 6400 Press Dr. • New Orleans 70126 . . . . . . . . . 504/286-5000

Long Island University-Brooklyn - www.liunet.edu 720 Northern Blvd. • Brooklyn 11201 . . . . . . . . . 800/548-7526

Southern University at Shreveport - www.susbc.edu 3050 MLK, Jr. Drive • Shreveport 71107 . . . . . . . 800/458-1472

Long Island University-C.W. Post - www.liu.edu 720 Northern Blvd. • Brookville 11548. . . . . . . . . 516/299-2900

Xavier University - www.xula.edu One Drexel Dr. • New Orleans 70125 . . . . . . . . . . 504/483-7388

Medgar Evers College - www.mec.cuny.edu 1150 Carroll St. • Brooklyn 11225 . . . . . . . . . . . . 718/270-6022

MARYLAND

NORTH CAROLINA

Bowie State University - www.bowiestate.edu 14000 Jericho Park Rd. • Bowie 20175. . . . . . . . 301/464-3000

Bennett College - www.bennett.edu 900 E. Washington St. • Greensboro 27420 . . . . . 336/370-8624

Coppin State College - www.coppin.umd.edu 2500 West North Avenue • Baltimore 21216 . . . . 410/383-5990 Morgan State University - www.morgan.edu 1700 East Cold Spring Ln. • Baltimore 21239 . . . 800/332-6674 University of Maryland - www.umes.edu Eastern Shore • Princess Ann 21853 . . . . . . . . . . 410/651-6410

Elizabeth City State University - www.ecsu.edu 1704 Weeksville Rd. • Elizabeth City 27909. . . . . 252/335-3305 Fayetteville State University - www.uncfsu.edu Newbold Station • Fayetteville 28301 . . . . . . . . . 910/486-1371 Johnson C. Smith University - www.jcsu.edu 100 Beatties Ford Rd. • Charlotte 28216 . . . . . . . 704/378-1011

MISSISSIPPI

Livingstone College - www.livingstone.edu 701 W. Monroe St. • Salisbury 28144 . . . . . . . . . 704/797-1000

Alcorn State University - www.alcorn.edu 1000 ASU Dr., #300 • Lorman 39096. . . . . . . . . . 601/877-6147

North Carolina A&T University - www.ncat.edu 1601 East Market St. • Greensboro 27411 . . . . . 336/334-7946

Jackson State University - www.jsums.edu 1400 J.R. Lynch St. • Jackson 39217 . . . . . . . . . 601/979-2100

North Carolina Central University - www.nccu.edu Fayetteville Street • Durham 27707 . . . . . . . . . . . 919/560-6298

Mississippi Valley State College - www.mvsu.edu 14000 Highway 82 W • Itta Bena 38941 . . . . . . . 662/254-3344

Shaw University - www.shawuniversity.edu 118 E. South Street • Raleigh 27601 . . . . . . . . . . 919/546-8275

Rust College - www.rustcollege.edu 150 Rust Avenue • Holly Springs 38635 . . . . . . . 662/252-8000

St. Augustine's College - www.st-aug.edu 1315 Oakwood Avenue • Raleigh 27611 . . . . . . . 919/828-4451

Sojourner Douglas College - www.sdc.edu 500 North Carolina St. • Tougaloo 39174. . . . . . . 888/424-2566

Winston-Salem State University - www.wssu.edu 601 MLK, Jr Drive • Winston-Salem 27110 . . . . . 336/750-2070

Tougaloo College - www.tougaloo.edu 500 West Country Line Rd. • Tougaloo 39174 . . . 888/424-2566

OHIO Central State University - www.centralstate.edu 1400 Rush Row Rd. • Wilberforce 45384. . . . . . . 937/376-6348 Wilberforce University - www.wilberforce.edu 1055 N. Bickett Rd. • Wilberforce 45384 . . . . . . . 800/376-8568

MISSOURI Harris-Stowe State College - www.hssc.edu 3026 Lacieside Ave. • St. Louis 63103. . . . . . . . . 314/340-3366

OKLAHOMA Langston University - www.lunet.edu P.O. Box 728 • Langston 73050 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404/466-2231

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Wilberforce University - www.wilberforce.edu 1055 N. Bickett Rd. • Wilberforce 45384 . . . . . . . 800/376-8568

Jarvis Christian College - www.jarvis.edu P.O. Box 1470 • Hawkins 75765 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 903/769-5730

OKLAHOMA

Paul Quinn College - www.pqc.edu 3837 Simpson-Stewart Rd. • Dallas 75241 . . . . . 214/302-3648

Langston University - www.lunet.edu P.O. Box 728 • Langston 73050 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 404/466-2231 PENNSYLVANIA

Prairie View A&M University - www.pvamu.edu P.O. Box 3089 • Prairie View 77446 . . . . . . . . . . . 936/857-2626

Cheyney University of PA - www.cheyney.edu Cheyney and Creek Roads • Cheyney 19319. . . . 610/399-2275

Texas College - www.texascollege.edu 2404 North Grand Avenue • Tyler 75702 . . . . . . . 800/306-6299

Lincoln University (PA) - www.lincoln.edu Lincoln Hall • Lincoln University 19352 . . . . . . . . 610/932-8300

Texas Southern University - www.tsu.edu 3100 Cleburne Street • Houston 77004 . . . . . . . . 713/313-7420

SOUTH CAROLINA

Wiley College - www.wileyc.edu 711 Wiley Avenue • Marshall 75670 . . . . . . . . . . 903/927-3311

Allen University 1530 Harden St. • Columbia 29204 . . . . . . . . . . . 803/376-5700 Benedict College - www.bchome.benedict.edu Harden & Blanding Street • Columbia 29204. . . . 803/253-5143 Claflin University - www.claflin.edu 700 College Ave., NE • Orangeburg 29115 . . . . . 803/535-5339 Morris College - www.morris.edu 100 West College Street • Sumter 29150 . . . . . . 803/934-3225 South Carolina State University - www.scsu.edu 300 College St., NE • Orangeburg 29117. . . . . . . 800/260-5956 Voorhees College - www.voorhees.edu P.O. Box 678 • Denmark 29042 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 803/703-7111 TENNESSEE Fisk University - www.fisk.edu 1000 17th Ave. N • Nashville 37203 . . . . . . . . . . 615/329-8666

VIRGINIA Hampton University - www.hamptonu.edu Office of Admissions • Hampton 23668 . . . . . . . . 757/727-5328 Norfolk State University - www.nsu.edu 700 Park Avenue • Norfolk 23504 . . . . . . . . . . . . 757/823-8396 St. Paul's College - www.saintpauls.edu 115 College Dr. • Lawrenceville 23868 . . . . . . . . 434/848-3111 Virginia Seminary and College (University of Lynchburg) 2058 Garfield Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24501 . . . . . . . 434/528-5276 Virginia State University - www.vsu.edu One Hayden Street • Petersburg 23806 . . . . . . . . 804/524-5000 Virginia Union University - www.vuu.edu 1500 North Lombardy St. • Richmond 23220 . . . 804/257-5881 WEST VIRGINIA

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Lane College - www.lanecollege.edu 545 Lane Avenue • Jackson 38301 . . . . . . . . . . . 901/424-4600

West Virginia State College - www.wvsc.edu P.O. Box 1000 Campus 187 • Institute, W. VA 25112 . . . 304/766-9200

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Tennessee State University - www.tnstate.edu 3500 John Merritt Blvd. • Nashville 37209 . . . . . 615/963-3101 TEXAS Concordia University at Austin - www.concordia.edu 3400 Interstate 35 N. • Austin 78705 . . . . . . . . . 512/486-1106 Huston-Tillotson College - www.htc.edu 900 Chicon Street • Austin 78702 . . . . . . . . . . . . 512/505-3000

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Alpha Phi Alpha

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Benjamen Parker, President Upsilon Lambda Chapter

Mary L. Brown Davis, President Gamma Rho Omega Chapter

Benjamen Parker is a graduate of the University of North Florida. He is employed by Fidelity Investments as a Portfolio Specialist for their Portfolio Advisory Services division. He also holds a Certified Financial Planner designation. A volunteer with Big Brother and Big Sister of Northeast Florida, he serves on their Big Leaders young professional board. Benjamen is the 2014 Alumni Brother of the Year for the Upsilon Lambda chapter. Upsilon Lambda Chapter was installed at Jacksonville on December 30, 1925 (making it Florida’s first Alpha chapter). The idea to form a graduate chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha in Jacksonville, Florida was suggested by Brother Charles H. Wesley, the Fraternity’s historian. From the time of its inception, Upsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has been an integral part of the on-going programs of its national organization while pursuing creative local and state deeds for mankind. As a result of this service, Upsilon Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has received private and public acclaim. Some of our special programs include the Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical contest, Ezekiel Bryant High School recognition program and mentoring kids from the ReSon to care ministries at West Jax Church of God in Christ.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the oldest Greek-letter organization that was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1908. Alpha Kappa Alpha is comprised of more than 265,000 members in approximately 986 graduate and undergraduate chapters. Gamma Rho Omega Chapter was chartered over 70 years ago and has proudly served the City of Jacksonville by actively and enthusiastically engaging in various programs and activities designed to improve our local and international communities. Mary L. Brown Davis is serving a second term as president of the local chapter and is a retired Administrator from the Duval County Public Schools. She leads the chapter of over 240 members in addition to being actively involved in ministry at Woodlawn Presbyterian Church and the Bold City Chapter Links, Incorporated. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated remains committed to magnifying the scope of its mission in providing “Service to all Mankind”.

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Alpha Kappa Alpha

Iota Phi Theta

Charzetta H James, President Pi Eta Omega Chapter

Brian A. Johnson, Polaris Gamma Mu Omega

Charzetta H. James, Pharm.D, R.Ph, C.Ph, MBA, MHA, FACHE, completed her doctorate of pharmacy degree at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in addition to a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Health Care Administration at the University of North Florida. She completed an American Society of Health System Pharmacist Accredited Pharmacy Residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida.

Current Polaris (President), Brian A. Johnson is a 2006 graduate of the University of Cincinnati. He holds a B.S. in Computer Science Technology. Mr. Johnson was initiated into the Beta Epsilon chapter on April 5th 2002. While in undergrad he served has NPHC (National PanHellenic Council) President as well as President for his undergrad chapter. He is the 2005 NPHC Man of the Year.

Dr. James is currently the System Director of Pharmacy for St. Vincent’s HealthCare. Although Dr. James has been active in numerous organizations throughout her career, she currently serves as associate faculty for students attending colleges of pharmacy throughout the state of Florida in addition to precepting Pharmacy Residents. She has been active in the Florida Society of Health System Pharmacy for the past two decades. Additionally she serves as a member of the Advisory Board for Brooks College of Health at the University of North Florida. She is also President of Pi Eta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., an international service organization, which has dedicated itself to improving the quality of life for citizens worldwide through advocacy and service.

Upon moving to Florida in 2007, Mr. Johnson helped founder the newly formed Gamma Mu Omega Chapter. The chapter has become a staple in the Jacksonville community with its diverse activates and desire to build a tradition and not simply rest upon one. The chapter actively participates in several community partnerships including St Jude’s, The March of Dimes, December to Remember, Jacksonville Urban League, The Hubbard House, Art Walk, and the list goes on and on. For More info please view our website: www.jaxiotas.blogspot.com or Email: iota.jax@gmail.com

Dr. James has over 25 years of experience in hospital pharmacy practice. She is passionate about maintaining a continued presence as a leader in Health Care and the profession of pharmacy by serving in organizations whose mission is to improve the health and well being of patients through the provision of appropriate, safe and effective health care services. Dr. James is a Jacksonville, Florida native married to Lt. Terrence James and the mother of three children, Cyteria, Joshua and Jordan.

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Kappa Alpha Psi

Omega Psi Phi

Dennis Gamble, Polemarch The Jacksonville Alumni Chapter

Henry L. Rivers, Basileus Theta Phi Chapter

The Jacksonville Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. was chartered by the 14th Grand Chapter and established on February 27 1925, becoming the first Greek letter organization both in the city of Jacksonville and the state of Florida. Its initial roster of officers and charter members were: Lemuel Bolton -Polemarch, Dr. I. A. White Vice-Polemarch, Deaver P. Young - Keeper of Records, Oliver Dukes - Strategus, Dr. S. S. Campbell - Lt. Strategus, J. R. E. Lee Jr. - Charter Member, J. Wycliffe Keller - Charter Member, Lewis H. Meyers - Charter Member, Thomas R. Reid Jr. Charter Member, John C. Wright - Charter Member.

Mr. Henry L. Rivers, MBA is the Basileus of the Theta Phi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in Jacksonville Florida. Henry is involved the community as a Deacon at the Bethel Baptist Church, as a wrestling coach at First Coast High School, through his work on the state Social Action committee for the Omega Psi Phi fraternity, and through his career as a police officer with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Henry is married to Dr. Marlo M. Rivers; together they have two children, Joshua (16) and Hamia (11).

The 38th administration is led by Dennis Gamble, a native of Jacksonville, Florida. Dennis grew up on the Northside of town and graduated from William M. Raines Sr. High School in 1981. After high school he attended the University of Florida where he became a member of the Zeta Phi chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. in 1983. He has been an active member of the Jacksonville Alumni Chapter since 1996, and is a Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is also the Director for the Kappa League Guide Right mentor program and holds the distinction of having served as the Polemarch twice. He is married and Father of three children and nine grandchildren and his philosophy is: “Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, for all the people you can, for as long as you can”. The chapter will host its 21st Anniversary of the Kappa Alpha Psi Annual Klassic Charity Golf Tournament on March 28, 2015 at Deercreek Country Club. We have awarded over $270,000 in scholarships to students in the Jacksonville community. These are two of our signature events. Please visit us at www.JacksonvilleKappas.com for more information and sponsorship opportunities.

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Phi Beta Sigma

Delta Sigma Theta

Jason Edgar, President Nu Beta Sigma Chapter

Karen Kincade, President Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter

Jason Edgar, a native of Brooklyn, NY, is the current president of the Nu Beta Sigma chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. - a position he was elected to in December 2013. In his role as president, he is responsible for harnessing & guiding the collective skills & abilities of Sigma men in the NE Florida area to meet the goals of the Fraternity - educating, empowering, serving and supporting the community - to be a part of, not apart from it. After all, if you want to change the nation, you must first change your neighborhood.

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated was founded January 13, 1913, by twenty – two undergraduates at Howard University in Washington D.C. Jacksonville Alumnae Chapter was chartered by seven women in 1946 and has rendered service for the local community and beyond since its inception. We are proud of our rich legacy and honored to have one of the twenty-two Founders, Winona Cargile Alexander, as a past chapter member. Our Sorority is committed to sisterhood, scholarship, and service. The major projects are based on the organization’s Five Point Programmatic Thrust. Please visit our website http://www.dstjax.org/ which is the 2014 Southern Region Website of the Year (Large Chapter Category) for additional information pertaining to our projects/programs.

He believes that life was not meant to be lived either in a silo or in isolation - it is through our living, working, serving with and learning from others unlike ourselves that we are able to experience the full spectrum of life, and then share those experiences and knowledge to uplift others. This is his vision of Nu Beta Sigma's contribution to the Jacksonville community. Jason attended high school in Brooklyn, NY, where he graduated from Xaverian High School. He is a graduate of Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY, where he earned his BS degree in Operations Management. He has also earned his MBA in Business Administration from the University of North Florida, Jacksonville, FL. He has been a member of the Fraternity since 1987 - when he joined through the undergraduate chapter of the Fraternity (Theta Xi) at Syracuse University. Jason is married to Karla Calliste-Edgar (Zeta Delta Phi Sorority, Inc.), & they have a daughter, Jade, a student at New York University, New York, NY. His hobbies include tennis, baking, cycling, public speaking & travel.

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Sigma Gamma Rho

Zeta Phi Beta

Cheryl Sabb, President Gamma Omicron Sigma Chapter

Vallie M. Holloway, Basileus Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was founded on the campus of Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana on November 12, 1922, by seven intelligent, proactive, and determined school teachers. Our sorority’s aim is to enhance the quality of life within the community. Public service, leadership, development and education of the youth are the hallmark of this organization’s programs and activities. Sigma Gamma Rho addresses concerns that impact society educationally, civically, and economically.

Dr. Holloway has served as a member of Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter, Inc. since 2004. The first chapter was Iota Alpha, which was chartered in December 1936 by: Arnolta Williams, Marnie Horne Butler, Waltee McRae, Blanche Jenkins, Alpha Hayes Moore (President), and Elinor Littlejohn. Currently, Iota Alpha is the undergraduate chapter at Florida Memorial University in Miami, Florida. Since 1944, Beta Alpha Zeta has demonstrated an interest in serving the needs of our communities through Scholarships, Elder Care Initiatives, and The Stork’s Nest of Jacksonville, Military Outreach, Adopt A School and various youth auxiliaries. “We Are Pursuing Excellence In All Things!”

Chartered over 50 years ago, the Jacksonville Chapter; Gamma Omicron Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was charted on September 29, 1962 in Jacksonville, Florida. The members of Gamma Omicron Sigma have worked on many national projects over the years such as: Operation BigBookbag, Buckle Up America, Project Reassurance, Project Wee Savers, our annual Youth Symposium, and a host of many more. Our local chapter has also appeared on local television, radio stations, and in newspapers promoting projects in the community such as USA Swim 1922. One of the great rewards for Gamma Omicron Sigma is awarding a deserving high school and college student with a scholarship towards their education. Ms. Cheryl Sabb is the President of the Jacksonville Chapter; Gamma Omicron Sigma. She is employed through Duval Charter Schools as an Instructional Coach and attends Bethel Baptist Institutional Church. An honored accomplishment was winning Teacher of the Year in 2012-2013 at her school. In addition, Ms. Sabb loves working within her organization and having the opportunity to lead such wonderful women as they strive to support the initiatives of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority. Although our chapter is one of the smaller Greek organizations in Jacksonville, I believe our quality of work out weighs our quantity in membership. Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. is always on “Fire to Serve”.

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In June of 2014, Ms. Deborah K. Thompson, owner/operator of a small business consulting company became “Miss Senior Jacksonville” of Florida. This is an achievement that she had neither expected nor planned. However, she was ready and willing to accept because of her private lifestyle. She has never been in a pageant or contest of this sort. Ms. Thompson was the oldest candidate in the Pageant this year sponsored by “A Seasoned Affair”. This event is headed by Jacksonville’s own Ms. MomPrenuer Kenyonn Demps. It is an annual affair and is a special time for the Senior Woman of ages 60 and over in Jacksonville. They got to "strut" their stuff. For her talent, Ms. Thompson ran onto the stage accompanied by the music and song entitled “Happy” from the movie “Despicable Me”. Since that time Ms. Thompson, who

was shocked off of her feet at the event, has made many planned and unplanned appearances. She speaks and appears at events on behalf of senior women for the remainder of the year. She participated in “Seniors on the Runway” a fashion show for senior models from Atlanta, GA in August and had a date from the Mary Singleton Senior Center at the City’s Senior Prom. So look for the Senior Woman in the crown and the sash and if you need a speaker to motivate your seniors, just call her. She encourages everyone to visit the website of “A Seasoned Affair” and ladies seriously consider competing for the Crown of “Miss Senior Jacksonville” 2015 pageant. It’s a lot of fun. This achievement gives Deborah an opportunity to share some simple facts about living life to its fullest.

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Simmons Pediatrics 1771 Edgewood Ave West Ste 1 ........................................904-766-1106

Pharmacy Winn Dixie Jacksonville 2220 County Road 210 W, Ste 200.....................................904-823-2122 Ponte Vedra Beach 290 Solano Road ...............................................................904-543-8668 Jacksonville 10915 Baymeadows Rd. Unit 12 .......................................904-421-0631 Orange Park 1339 Blanding Blvd...........................................................904-272-1547 Jacksonville 12333 Sago Ave W ............................................................904-757-8982 Neptune Beach 1209 Atlantic Blvd.............................................................904-241-4368 Jacksonville 777 Market Street .............................................................904-353-6810 Orange Park â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 1900-1 Park Ave......................................904-278-2691 Jacksonville 6060-10 Ft. Caroline Road.................................................904-743-0251 Jacksonville 1531 Monument Road ......................................................904-646-0771 Jacksonville 7534 Beach Blvd. ..............................................................904-725-1225 St. Augustine 1010 Ponce De Leon Blvd S ...............................................904-829-5509 Jacksonville 9866 Baymeadows Road...................................................904-642-6509 Fernandina Beach

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Publishing and Design Free Press of Jacksonville 1122 W. Edgewood Ave.....................................................904-634-1993 see ad page 89

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Jacksonville First Coast BLACK PAGES After all these years, Social Security’s online services is still…A Safe and Convenient Way To Do Business by Chris Jenkins, Public Affairs Specialist Social Security Administration

For years, I have shared with you how beneficial it is to do business with us online. You know what…It’s Still True! Recent survey results, again has Social Security ranked at the top when it comes to all Federal government websites in customer satisfaction. Millions of people are taking advantage every year by simply clicking on www.socialsecurity.gov. If you have not visited us online recently you are missing an exciting new tool: My Social Security is a personalized online account that people can use beginning in their working years and continuing throughout the time they receive Social Security benefits. More than 60 million Social Security beneficiaries and Supplemental

Security Income (SSI) recipients can now access their benefit verification letter, payment history, and earnings record instantly using their online account. Social Security beneficiaries also can change their address and start or change direct deposit information online. Social Security processed nearly nine million requests for benefit verification letters in the past year. This new online service allows people

to conduct business with Social Security without having to visit an office or make a phone call, and very often wait for a letter to arrive in the mail. It also will reduce the time spent by employees completing these requests and free them to focus on other workloads. People age 18 and older can sign up for an account at ww.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Once there, they must be able to provide information about themselves and answers to questions that only they are likely to know. After completing the secure verification process, people can create a My Social Security account with a unique user name and password to access their information. People age 18 and older who are not receiving benefits can sign up for a My Social Security account to get a personalized online Social Security Statement. The online Statement provides eligible workers with secure and convenient access to their Social Security earnings and benefit information, and estimates of future benefits they can use to plan for their retirement. In addition, the portal also includes links to information about other online services, such as: Applying for benefits and Medicare. You can apply for Social Security retirement, spouse, disability benefits, and Medicare over the Internet. If you are applying for disability benefits, you will need to complete the disability report, which is also available online. Disability

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appeals claims can be filed online too. After filing, you can check online for the status of the application. Documents are signed electronically. Personalized Retirement Estimator. This tool allows you to get an immediate and personalized estimate of your potential Social Security retirement benefit. If the information you enter matches our records it is combined with other information, including your yearly earnings, to provide a quick and reliable online benefit estimate. The Retirement Estimator allows you to compare different retirement options by changing your “stop work” dates or expected earnings. To protect your privacy, only your benefit estimate is provided. Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Cost. If you are eligible for Medicare and Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage), you may also be able to receive ‘extrahelp’ in paying for the monthly premium, deductibles, and copayment. This is available for people who have limited income and resources. Whatever your business needs with Social Security, maybe you can save a trip to the local office by checking out our website at www.socialsecurity.gov. Feel free to contact us at 1 (800) 7721213 between the hours of 7 am and 7 pm Monday through Friday for help and information.

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African-Americans and high blood pressure by Dr. Audrey Jones AnMed Health

Family Medicine physician Dr. Audrey Jones wants you to know that you don’t have to simply accept the fact that as an AfricanAmerica, you’re more likely to suffer from high blood pressure. She wants you to do something about it. More than forty percent of African Americans are affected by high blood pressure, one of the highest rates in the world. It tends to develop earlier in life and is usually more severe than in White Americans. But don’t take the news lying down. In fact, lying down too much may be part of your problem. “Most people are aware that they’re not getting enough exercise. They usually don’t need a doctor to tell them that,” says Dr. Jones, who practices at AnMed Health Pendleton Family Medicine. “Most people are aware of their bad habits: not eating the healthiest diet, eating too much salt, being overweight. What they may not know is that these unhealthy habits may contribute to unsafe blood pressure levels.”

Left untreated, high blood pressure can lead to damage in blood vessels, which could eventually affect major organs, such as heart, brain, kidneys or eyes.

“The first step in taking control of your blood pressure is to know what it is,” says Dr. Jones. “The best way to know your blood pressure is to have it checked at your doctor’s office. Normal blood pressure level is below 120/80. If either number is just nine points higher, you may have pre-hypertension. If your numbers are 140/90 or higher, you may have high blood pressure.”

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If you’re overweight, have any unhealthy diet that includes too much salt and fat, if you drink too much alcohol or do not get enough exercise, your chances of developing high blood pressure increase. “We do notknow all of the reasons why people develop high blood pressure, but we know that these things are contributing factors,” notes Dr. Jones. “You’re already at high risk just by being African American. Your risk increases even more by living an unhealthy lifestyle. Eat healthier, exercise more, don’t smoke, limit your alcohol intake. Most of all, see a doctor and develop a strategy that will lead you to your healthiest life.”

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“My wife’s nagging may have saved my life.” Encouraging men to be informed about prostate cancer screenings by Kimberly South Palmetto Health Marketing and Communications When you’ve been married to someone for 40 years, you likely know their habits, their lifestyle and their inspirations. You probably know just how to “nag” them to prove a point or get something done. For Tangee Jacobs, that nagging may have saved her husband’s life.

both tests are recommended for the most accurate results. He urges any man over the age of 40 to have a PSA test to provide a solid baseline measurement.

Simon Jacobs kept telling his wife that he felt fine. But Tangee wanted to make sure. She knew of an upcoming screening and that her husband was in the “target” group of men who should get screened for prostate cancer.

“I thought I was in good health,” said Simon. “But my wife kept pushing me to get screened. So I went. I got pricked, and it didn’t hurt by the way. I came home and thought nothing of it until I got a call from Palmetto Health that I had an unusually high test result.” This abnormal result led Simon to have a biopsy, which determined he had prostate cancer. Tests that are commonly used to screen for prostate cancer include the PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test and the DRE (digital rectal exam). The PSA test measures the level of the antigen in the blood, but may produce a lower success rate. According to the Department of Health and Environmental Control, prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men.

“If we can catch the cancer early in men, that can be very positive. There are newer techniques with

robotic surgery and radiation treatments that now allow men to continue living healthy lives. Cancer, if caught early, is treatable,” said Dr. Edmunds. For more information about prostate cancer screenings through Palmetto Health, please call 803-296-CARE (2273). Screenings are held weekly and at events around the Midlands. For information about screenings and other community health initiatives, visit PalmettoHealth.org/CommunityHealth.

Thomas Edmunds, M.D., of Capitol Urology in Columbia, says

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Simon and Tangee Jacobs Simon and Tangee Jacobs are enjoying 40 years of marriage and hope to have many more. Simon was recently treated for prostate cancer. Tangee hopes their story will encourage others to get tested. She encourages women to help their man understand the need to get tested.

Symptoms of prostate cancer: • Weak or interrupted urine flow • Difficulty urinating • Urinating often, especially at night • Blood in the urine Risk factors • Age (African-American men age 40 and over, all other men age 50 and over) • Family history • Race (African-American) • High fat diet If you have any symptoms, you should see your doctor right away. These symptoms may be caused by other health problems.

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Paying for Your Funeral or Cremation Arrangements by Lorin Peri Palmer • Palmer Memorial Chapel

There are distinct differences and financial options available to families to pay for final arrangements. It never makes sense to wait and pay higher costs. Paying at time of death (Atneed) • Large financial decisions are made under emotional distress. • Statistically, more money (20%-35%) is spent by families who have to take care of funeral arrangements after a death. • Funeral costs increase over time and double every 7-10 years.

Paying before a death (Preneed) • Financial decisions and cost controls are made without grief or stress. • Families entering Pre-need contracts are able to lock in funeral services and merchandise in spite of rising costs and inflation. • Several payment options are available. Families can pay in full or make insurance funded monthly payments for a specified time. Insurance funded pre-arrangements are selfcompleting in the event of death prior to all payments being made. This adds additional security to your arrangements.

• Your funded preneed account and arrangements can be transferred to any funeral home should you relocate to a different area. • Preneed funeral accounts are exempt from Medicaid spend down regulations should you require nursing home confinement.

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Jacksonville First Coast BLACK PAGES Why Single Gender Education? by Kevin A. Rasberry, Founder & Executive Director of Garden City Preparatory Academy for Boys

The practice of single gender education was common before the nineteenth century, particularly in secondary education and higher education. Single-gender education in many cultures is advocated on the basis of tradition as well as religion, andis practiced in many parts of the world. There are persistent gender differences in how boys and girls learn and behave in educational settings, and those differences merit educating them separately. Single-gender schools, boarding schools and colleges have their advantages, but they aren't for everyone. Some students prefer to study in an environment that offers both male and female perspectives and provides a way to build relationships with both genders. Although students at singlegender schools don't interact with the opposite gender on a daily basis in the classroom, many schools provide activities on

weekends that both males and females can attend.

There are persistent gender differences in how boys and girls learn and behave in educational settings, and those differences merit educating them separately.

A positive argument for singlegender schools is the educational opportunity it provides. In coed schools, females are often stereotyped as being weak in math and science, and males are stereotyped as being weak in language arts. At single-gender schools, males and females can explore educational opportunities without being constrained by expectations, stereotypes or prejudices. Another benefit of single-gender schools is customized learning.

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Because boys and girls learn material in different ways and have specialized methods for exploring new subjects, teachers can customize their teaching strategies to meet genderspecific needs. Specialized teaching is referred to as differentiated instruction and is much easier to implement in a single-gender classroom rather than a coed classroom, as stated by the National Association for Single Sex Public Education.

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Founded in 1870, Benedict College is a private, coeducational liberal arts institution and currently has over 2,500 students enrolled in baccalaureate degree programs. Benedict College was recently ranked for the fourth consecutive year one of the top baccalaureate colleges in the nation by Washington Monthly for creating social mobility among lowincome students, producing cutting edge scholarship and research. In 2011, Benedict received the National Civic Engagement Award from The Washington Center. Benedict is recognized for encouraging students to give back to the community which is the heart of the College’s vision and mission. Benedict also was named one of the top 100 institutions in the nation graduating AfricanAmerican scholars in by Diverse Magazine. Dr. David Holmes Swinton is the 13th president of

Benedict College. Since Dr. Swinton’s appointment in 1994, the College has experienced a dramatic increase in its

Benedict also was named one of the top 100 institutions in the nation graduating AfricanAmerican scholars in by Diverse Magazine. enrollment, particularly among male students. Benedict has over 16,000 alumni throughout South Carolina and the United States. The College has been “a power for good” in the community for over 144 years and is a major economic contributor to the region and South Carolina, with a local annual economic impact of $106.7 million.

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National Rankings: • Benedict College was ranked 1 of the top 10 colleges in the nation in producing African Americans with an undergraduate Physics degree, as reported by the Education and Employment Statistic Division of the American Institute of Physics. • The Benedict College Debate Team won 1st Place at the National Association of African-Americans Honors Program Conference, October 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2013. • The Benedict College pioneering Service Learning Program is a national model program and serves over 114 non-profit organizations around the SC Midlands. The program recently won the 6th Annual Commission on Higher Education’s Service Learning Competition. • The Corporation for National and Community Service honored Benedict College for the third consecutive year with a place on the President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service to America's communities.

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ALLEN UNIVERSITY Allen University has a 144 year-old legacy of education and leadership. Allen University grew out of the church’s desire to educate newly freed slaves and to ensure a well-trained clergy for the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The Right Reverend John Mifflin Brown and the assembled clergy of the Columbia District of the AME Church, on July 29, 1870, agreed to raise funds to purchase a 150-acre farm in Cokesbury, South Carolina. The University is the only institution of higher learning named for the Right Reverend Richard Allen, the first consecrated Bishop and acknowledged founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Allen University is the first such institution in South Carolina founded by African-Americans with the purpose of educating African-Americans.

Allen University is an open admissions, liberal arts institution which offers eight (8) majors and 24 concentrations. The most recent curriculum changes include the expansion of the English curriculum and a new concentration in Entrepreneurship. The university currently has a diverse faculty from over eight countries and a 13:1 student/faculty ratio. The Allen University faculty with terminal degrees increased to 59% in 2013 and community, university, and corporate partnerships have increased. The current enrollment is approximately 580 students.

Allen University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Baccalaureate degrees.

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Allen University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Baccalaureate degrees. The university has notable graduates as Civil Rights Leaders, nine South Carolina Legislators and ten alumni who went on to serve as College or University Presidents. The Allen University Honors’ House will open Fall 2014 and it serves as a venue for Honor students to study, meet and engage in fellowship. It will also house the faculty of the Division of Religion. The Fall 2014 athletic season will offer men’s and women’s basketball, cross country, track, and women’s volleyball.

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Claflin University Claflin University will launch online courses in summer 2014, and three degree programs will go fully online in the fall, giving students the opportunity to receive the unique Claflin academic experience from anywhere, at any time. Claflin University Provost Dr. Karl S. Wright said the online courses are in response to the demand from current students. “Entering the online education space is consistent with our mission of being a studentoriented institution,” he said. “Beginning this summer, our students will have the flexibility of staying at home, studying abroad or working on an internship while taking courses by Claflin professors.” The online summer courses, ranging from freshman English to an introduction to forensic science, are the culmination of years of planning and work by the University to move into the online learning arena, said Dr. Anisah Bagasra, co-chair of Claflin’s Distance Education Committee and assistant

professor of psychology at the University. The online effort’s initial focus is on general courses, Claflin’s MBA program, and two degrees – criminal justice and organizational management – through the University’s Center for Professional and Continuing Studies. “Online courses will allow Claflin to reach students who may be unable to attend physical classes due to family, work, military or other obligations, and those who reside outside of the Orangeburg area,” Bagasra said. “Distance education allows Claflin University to continue, in a different form, the mission to provide students with access and success.”

“Online courses will allow Claflin to reach students who may be unable to attend physical classes due to family, work, military or other obligations, and those who reside outside of the Orangeburg area,”

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“Our hope is that offering online programs in the summer will assist students in fulfilling their graduation requirements in a timely manner,” Wright said. A complete list of online summer courses is available at www.claflin.edu/cuonline. Also available on that page are links to important admissions and financial aid information, more about our degree-seeking programs and other useful tools to get started.

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Jacksonville First Coast BLACK PAGES Let the National Guard Pay for Your College Degree

The Guard is your ticket to a successful education. It's a great way to pay for college and put cash in your pocket. All while serving part-time and right in your community. Great benefits make the Guard a great deal! You’ll get a lot out of serving in the National Guard. In addition to the pride of serving your country and community, you'll get paid career skills training, leadership training, earn cash bonuses—on top of your Guard pay—receive educational opportunities you can’t get anywhere else, and other outstanding benefits. Money for College. When it comes to paying for school, the National Guard can really help get you on track. By serving in the Guard, you can receive: • Up to 100% tuition assistance - as much as $18,000 over four years • Over $345 a month in your pocket with the Montgomery GI Bill or Post 9/11 GI Bill • Add up to another $350 per month with the Army National Guard Kicker • National Guard scholarships that can pay up to $10,000 a year plus a $1,200 book allowance • Repay up to $50,000 for existing student loans with Student Loan R epayment Program

Guard Pay. As a Soldier, you’ll earn a paycheck for every day you serve. Whether you’ve just shipped to Basic Training, you’re drilling one weekend a month, or you’re attending Annual Training during the summer—or any time you’re called up to serve—you’ll be getting paid. And every promotion puts even more in your check. Choose an exciting enlisted career field. There are over 150 jobs among the career fields offered in the Guard. You’ll get realworld training you can use right now—along with hands-on experience that will give you a head start toward your career.

Minimum Requirements. • Be between the ages of 17 and 35; unless you have prior U.S. military service • Be a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident alien • Meet necessary medical requirements and moral requirements • Education - High school diploma or equivalent (or be working toward it) • Aptitude - You'll be required to take the standardized ASVAB test

You'll serve your community, your state and your country. As a Guard Soldier, you can expect your primary area of operation to be your home state. This may include community efforts, responding to wildfires or floods.

The Guard takes average men and women and molds them into something special. Visit us online at NATIONALGUARD.com or to speak to a recruiter contact, SFC Daniel Grant, 904-200-2078 or SFC Nelson McCray, 904-229-6168.

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Understanding Hospice Care... How Can Community Hospice Help? By: Community Hospice of Northeast Florida When you or a loved one is dealing with increasing medical challenges, or when you need help with day-to-day caregiving demands, we encourage you to learn more about all your care options. The following questions may be on your mind: What is hospice care? Hospice is a approach to care designed to provide support to you and your loved ones when dealing with advanced illness. Hospice care focuses on comfort and quality of life, rather than cure. The goal of hospice care is to help you live each day as fully as possible. It is not designed to hasten death. When is it time for hospice care? People often tell us they wish they had contacted us sooner. A common misconception about hospice is that it is “a last resort” and that a person must be bedridden or unable to communicate in order to receive help. Nothing could be further from the truth. While illness can affect how a person lives his or her life, so much can be done to improve physical comfort and well-being. Hospice care is appropriate for those who have a limited prognosis of 12 months or less (6 months for Medicare eligibility). Doesn’t hospice mean giving up hope? Hospice involves acknowledging that an illness in its advanced stage may not be cured. Accepting the services of Community Hospice does not mean you or your loved ones need to surrender hope or ongoing medical support. A person can continue to hope and plan each day for optimal quality of life, even while no longer pursuing aggressive curative treatments.

Hope can be found from helping you and your family achieve the highest possible level of physical comfort and peace of mind, and the compassionate staff of Community Hospice will be there for you on your journey ... to help you live out whatever hope means to you.

ensure that your pain and symptoms are managed. When you require more intensive, short-term treatment of symptoms that cannot be adequately managed in another setting, Community Hospice has five inpatient centers of care located throughout our community.

Your decision to receive hospice care is never final; any time, for any reason, you may elect to receive other kinds of care.

Who pays for care? Financial issues can be extremely challenging as a serious illness progresses, but you and your family should be able to focus on comfort and quality of life, without worrying about how to pay for our care.

What kind of care is provided? Your caregivers will be supported by compassionate, knowledgeable experts who are available by phone any time day and night. We bring more than 30 years of experience managing pain and other physical symptoms, as well as addressing the emotional and spiritual concerns you may face. We allow you and your loved ones to make choices about your care that are right for you; an individualized plan of care will support your personal needs and wishes. We can help you safely stay in your home or wherever you reside, surrounded by the people you care about most. Where can I receive care? Most people prefer to receive care in their homes or an assisted living community, where their loved one serves as primary caregiver. Community Hospice professionals make regular visits to check on you and provide additional support. We are available by phone 24 hours a day, every day of the year. If you live in a long term care facility or cannot be moved from the hospital, we work side by side with facility staff to

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Community Hospice care is covered through the Medicare Hospice Benefit, Florida Medicaid Hospice Benefit and most private health insurance plans. Our care is provided regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. Contributions from generous supporters in the community allow us to care for all who need us. As a nonprofit organization, Community Hospice is committed to improving the endof-life experience for everyone in Northeast Florida. Community Hospice of Northeast Florida is your compassionate guide to help you live better with advanced illness and to provide quality of life for you and your loved ones. For more information about hospice care, call 904.407.6500 or go to communityhospice.com.

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Jacksonville First Coast BLACK PAGES Tips For Avoiding Foreclosure by Jil Littlejohn, President & CEO Urban League of The Upstate, Inc.

If you are unable to make your mortgage payment:

1. Don't ignore the problem. The further behind you become, the harder it will be to reinstate your loan and the more likely that you will lose your house.

2. Contact your lender as soon as you realize that you have a problem. Lenders do not want your house. They have options to help borrowers through difficult financial times.

3. Open and respond to all mail from your lender. The first notices you receive will offer good information about foreclosure prevention options that can help you weather financial problems. Later mail may include important notices of pending legal action. Your failure to open the mail will not be an excuse in foreclosure court.

4. Know your mortgage rights. Find your loan documents and read them so you know what your lender may do if you can't make your payments. Learn about the foreclosure laws and timeframes in your state (as every state is different) by contacting the State Government Housing Office.

6. Contact a HUD-approved housing counselor.

9. Avoid foreclosure prevention companies.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds free or very low-cost housing counseling nationwide. Housing counselors can help you understand the law and your options, organize your finances and represent you in negotiations with your lender, if you need this assistance. Find a HUD-approved housing counselor near you or call (800) 569-4287 or TTY (800) 8778339.

You don't need to pay fees for foreclosure prevention help--use that money to pay the mortgage instead. Many for-profit companies will contact you promising to negotiate with your lender. While these may be legitimate businesses, they will charge you a hefty fee (often two or three month's mortgage payment) for information and services your lender or a HUD-approved housing counselor will provide free if you contact them.

7. Prioritize your spending. After healthcare, keeping your house should be your first priority. Review your finances and see where you can cut spending in order to make your mortgage payment. Look for optional expenses-cable TV, memberships, entertainment--that you can eliminate. Delay payments on credit cards and other "unsecured" debt until you have paid your mortgage.

8. Use your assets. Do you have assets--a second car, jewelry, a whole life insurance policy--that you can sell for cash to help reinstate your loan? Can anyone in your household get an extra job to bring in additional income? Even if these efforts don't significantly increase your available cash or your income, they demonstrate to your lender that you are willing to make sacrifices to keep your home.

5. Understand foreclosure prevention options. Valuable information about foreclosure prevention (also called loss mitigation) options can be found online.

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10. Don't lose your house to foreclosure recovery scams! If any firm claims they can stop your foreclosure immediately and if you sign a document appointing them to act on your behalf, you may well be signing over the title to your property and becoming a renter in your own home! Never sign a legal document without reading and understanding all the terms and getting professional advice from an attorney, a trusted real estate professional or a HUD-approved housing counselor.

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Managing Your Investments In Retirement By Marion Hanna Insurance Agency Inc - State Farm

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bond funds are. Because the prices of the

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things you buy are likely to go up while you

of 500 large U.S. companies.

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are retired, you’ll want your income to go up,

while. The National Center for Health

too. Incorporating investments that have the

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potential for capital appreciation into your

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post-retirement portfolio can help your

to just over age 82. A woman who turned 65

overall portfolio keep pace with inflation.

in 2009 would be expected to live another

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inflation, and to support their current

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spending needs.

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loss.

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capital appreciation. These are often used to

U.S. investments, including political and

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So, who are Wesleyans? The Wesleyan Church, formerly known as Wesleyan Methodist Church, is a Christian denomination which was founded as an abolitionist denomination. In the 1700’s, John Wesley fought for the abolition of slavery in England, and, in the 1800’s, the Wesleyan Methodists in America fervently served and advocated for the abolition of slavery and the equality of all people. Our history is full of men and women who served on the Underground Railroad and started abolitionist churches here in the South when few others would. One such abolitionist church was Freedom’s Hill Church, first located in Snow Camp, North Carolina. Led by Pastor Adam Crooks, the church served as a stop on the Underground Railroad, hiding slaves during the day and helping them journey farther north at night. Adam Crooks was dragged from the pulpit and beaten numerous times. Twice he was poisoned. Through all of this, the question that challenged Crooks was, “Can you give your life for the cause?”

Freedom’s Hill Church held services until 1940. Now, Freedom’s Hill Church stands on the main campus of Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. Reconstructed and restored, Freedom’s Hill serves as a reminder of our great history and heritage of fighting for equality.

Southern Wesleyan University continues this heritage of helping others gain a better life, believing that all students and families should have access to quality education. Southern Wesleyan University continues this heritage of helping others gain a better life, believing that all students and families should have access to quality education. Take a glimpse into our history and you will see the beginnings of an institution that was built on the foundational belief that we can do better. We can serve more. We can help

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Simmons Pediatrics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

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