Miya Jones

1 week ago | greaterlongisland.com | Miya Jones

There’s something in the water at Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School. That’s because the Class of 2025 includes 15 sets of twins, all walking across the graduation stage together this Saturday, June 21. Even the national media is taking notice. The sheer number has caught the attention of several major media outlets, including The Today Show and People Magazine.

Jan 24, 2024 | shadesoflongisland.com | Miya Jones

The season of giving may be over, but Dr. Ni’Cola Mitchell, founder of the Girls Who Brunch Tour, has found a way to give back in a meaningful way through her nonprofit all year ’round. “I’ve 100% grown with Girls Who Brunch, so I know any girl that comes definitely can and will,” said 17-year-old Naomi Grace, a dancer, choreographer and entrepreneur who has participated and been involved with Girls Who Brunch for over six years.

Oct 19, 2023 | thetab.com | Miya Jones

If you study International Relations, why are you not in Eurovision Society? 43 mins ago After this year’s Welcome Week (which still feels weird adjusting to, since Exeter has renamed Freshers’ Week to include all of us old non-freshers), we’re recommending which societies and clubs you should join based on your degree subject.

Sep 28, 2023 | shadesoflongisland.com | Miya Jones

Hispanic Heritage Month began as a way to observe Hispanic culture and traditions. Starting as a week in 1968 under President Lyndon B. Johnson, it was extended to 30 days in 1988 under President Ronald Reagan. Here are a few things Long Island residents can partake in during the annual month-long celebration to honor and embrace the culture. Patronize Hispanic-owned businesses. Supporting Latino-owned businesses is a simple way to help families and the community overall.