FORT WORTH, Texas (AURN News) — A journalism pioneer has died. Jill Darden, founder of Fort Worth Black News, has passed away.
Darden founded the publication in 1997 with a mission “to inform and inspire readers through reports from the community.”
Tributes are pouring in from across the community.
The Dock Bookshop shared a message on Facebook saying, “Her impact was immeasurable, and she was truly a beautiful human being.”
“She stood by our side — writing articles, sharing our story and events, attending and participating in events, and most importantly, being a constant encourager, supporter, and friend,” the post continued.
Darden is survived by her son, Jiles Clark.
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