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The Gainesville Guardian weekly newsletter continues to inform readers about things going on in the community, especially in east Gainesville and the local Black community. Recent stories included in the newsletter include one focused on the Female Protective Society, the oldest Black women's organization in Alachua County. Other stories include one about Compassionate Outreach Ministries honoring its founder, the late Bishop Larry J. Dennison; and one about an Eastside High School senior overcoming mental health issues to find success in life and be the recipient of this year's Joseph 'Joel' Buchanan Drum Major for Justice Scholarship, awarded by the Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Florida. We reported on Bishop Christopher Stokes receiving the Drum Major for Justice Faith Award from the Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Florida. The award is given to a faith-based leader who makes an impact in the community. Another story told you about Assurance, a new nonprofit started by Virginia Grant, whose mission is to connect caregivers to resources in the community. The Guardian, two years ago, transitioned from a print newspaper delivered to homes and businesses to an email newsletter delivered directly to your in-box on your phone or computer. All you have to do is sign up, and we will send you a weekly email newsletter at 5 a.m. each Wednesday. It allows you to easily access local news from East Gainesville and read all about topics such as Black-owned businesses, community engagement opportunities, spirituality, health, education, youth sports and more. Gainesville Guardian: Welcome to the Gainesville Guardian These stories are published on our website, and also appear in print in the Gainesville Sun throughout the week. To sign up for the email newsletter, visit You also can scan the accompanying QR code with your phone camera, which will take you to the page to sign up. If you have any questions, please send an email to ctinker@ This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Be in the know. Sign up for the Gainesville Guardian newsletter.