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City of Jax Alert: Vaccine Mandates Statement From Dr. Joshi, Chief Health Officer, City of Jacksonville

September 8, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

 “Eliminating vaccine mandates for school children in Florida is not merely a rollback of generations of preventative health policy—it is a profound threat to public safety.  Most organized medical societies like the American Academy of […]

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Maceo Elks Lodge Welcomes New Brothers Into 127 Legacy

September 5, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

The historic Maceo Elks Lodge #8, the oldest Elks Lodge in the State of Florida, proudly welcomed three new Brothers into its ranks during a moving initiation ceremony. Affectionately known as “Triple XXX” the new Brothers are: Bro. Larry […]

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Pop-Up Culinary Event Elevates Options With a Taste of Duval

September 5, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Chef Phantom and his culinary team are keeping Jacksonville’s foodie scene buzzing with their monthly Taste & Cocktails pop-up experiences. Hosted at JAX Restaurant and Bar on Atlantic Boulevard, the invite-only affair has become a stylish […]

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New Genetic Biomarker Flags Aggressive Brain Tumors

September 3, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Clinicians typically classify meningiomas — the most common type of brain tumor — into three grades, ranging from slow-growing to aggressive. But a new multi-institutional study suggests that appearances may be deceiving. If a tumor […]

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City Unveils ‘Safe Parks Wi-Fi Initiative’

September 3, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

 The City of Jacksonville unveiled a “Safe Parks Wi-Fi Initiative.” Under this initiative – which was initially recommended by the Mayor’s Transition Committee – cameras that are connected to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office’s Real Time Crime […]

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Jax Community Shocked and Saddened Over Closure of the Legendary Jenkins BBQ

September 2, 2025 Staff 0

It’s been voted one of the best barbecue restaurants in the country and known as a local mainstay for perfect barbecue. Entertainers would step in Jacksonville and request Jenkins Barbecue be on their riders. Those days […]

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Kenneth Adkins Still Awaiting Judge’s Ruling as Fight for Withheld Evidence Continues

September 2, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Brunswick, GA — Nine years after his high-profile conviction, community leader and former pastor Kenneth Adkins is still waiting on a judge to rule on his motion demanding that the Brunswick District Attorney release exculpatory […]

Community

Mayor Deegan to Host New Round of Town Halls

August 29, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Mayor Donna Deegan will host a new round of town halls, which will be focused on the city’s budget. Each town hall will take place at 6pm. And they are free and open to the […]

Community

August is National Make a Will Month

August 28, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Every August, National Make-A-Will Month provides an opportunity to establish a will or estate plan that can help your family avoid costly court delays and keeps your home where it belongs: with the people you […]

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Florida Orange Blossom Classic: FAMU and Howard Renew Historic Rivalry

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

When Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Howard University take the field at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, August 28th, the matchup will carry far more weight than a typical football game. It’s the continuation of […]

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