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Local university adds simulator to help students practice critical skills in serious situations
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A new simulator at Keiser University Jacksonville aims to give people studying to enter law enforcement and the criminal justice field, practice. The Milo Range Simulator teaches critical incident training, de-escalation tactics and decision support training. The system has over 900 scenarios for users to practice...
City of Jacksonville to address Florida law that bans those who are homeless from sleeping on public property
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The City of Jacksonville is set to hold a news conference Monday outlining its plan to address a new Florida law. House Bill 1365 makes it illegal to sleep in public spaces and outlines the exact parameters of where people experiencing homelessness can stay. Mayor Donna...
Jaguars vs. Dolphins: Key Miami defender retires before Week 1 matchup
Dolphins edge rusher Shaquil Barrett announced his retirement Saturday, a surprise move fewer than two months before Miami’s Week 1 matchup with Jacksonville to kick off the 2024 season. Barrett, the NFL’s sack leader in 2019 and a nine-year pro, signed a one-year contract with Miami in March, following five seasons with Tampa Bay and four with Denver. Barrett cited a desire to shift his full focus to his family and acknowledged that he had considered retiring for some time. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shaquil Barrett (@moochman6) Barrett logged 400 total tackles with 73 for loss, 59 sacks, three interceptions,...
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Northside Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier Center View Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier. View Our Latest Video Update [YouTube] Subscribe / Get Notified. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Northside]. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Southside]. Public Safety Announcement. In the modern era, our surf breaks can be very...
Colts vs. Jaguars Week 18 Tickets
Two AFC South foes battle on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Lucas Oil Stadium when the Indianapolis Colts (0-0) and the Jacksonville Jaguars (0-0) meet. If you're looking to attend this game in person, head to StubHub to purchase your tickets. Colts vs. Jaguars Tickets & Game Info. Tickets: Get...
Gene Frenette: Jacksonville's first Olympic medalist, Ned Gourdin, had long, hard road to glory
The Olympic connection to the Jacksonville area goes back longer than most people think, and that tradition is becoming more defined as time marches on. Among the 13 Olympic medalists who have brought home a combined 33 gold, silver or bronze medals, perhaps none should hold a greater place of reverence – despite the stunning anonymity in his own hometown – than the man who first accomplished the feat 100 years ago at the Summer Games in Paris.
Luxury 324-Unit Multifamily Community near Jacksonville to be Developed
Terrassa, a luxury 324-unit multifamily community near Jacksonville, is set to be developed in the growing market of St. Augustine in St. Johns County. Thompson Thrift, a full-service real estate company and a multifamily developer, expects to begin construction in July, with completion expected in fall 2026. “St. Johns County...
Jacksonville Special Committee on the Community Benefits Agreement announces upcoming meeting dates
The committee will review the Community Benefits Agreement, initially proposed in legislation 2024-904-E, which was previously struck from the legislation to allow City Council review as part of the annual budget process.
Former Jaguars star Donovin Darius to hold free youth training camp
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Former Jacksonville Jaguars star Donovin Darius and other Jaguars legends will be holding a free camp for young athletes on Saturday. Named “DDs city-wide Tackling Technique Camp”, the camp plans to host 100 kids between 10 and 14 years old. This is a non-padded camp to teach and reinforce proper techniques and fundamentals of tackling in football.
Jacksonville Jaguars 7-Round Mock Draft: Benjamin Morrison Joins Trevor Lawrence as a Central Piece
The Jacksonville Jaguars are leagues better than they were two years ago under Urban Meyer. But after consecutive 9-8 seasons with Doug Pederson at the helm, they’re in danger of stalling out in an unforgiving AFC. On paper, the Jaguars have enough to stay competitive with the rest of...
Lights, Camera, Sugar! Be seen on the sweetest show in town!
Do you want to take a look behind the scenes at something sweet? Join us for a taping of River City Live as we join our friends at the Sugar factory to create some memorable magic!. We will be setting up delicious shots, delectable takes, and mic drop moments for...
Glass blowing ignites creativity at summer camp
This summer, Jacksonville Country Day School's (JCDS) campers experienced the fiery art of glass blowing, thanks to a special visit by Jacksonville Burnt Glassworks during the "Art Adventures" specialty camp, led by JCDS Art Specialist, Alli Flores. The local glass studio captivated young minds with a sizzling demonstration, showcasing their skills as molten glass transformed under their expert hands.
FBI and Offshore Power Systems Buildings Could Be Redeveloped into Housing in Jacksonville, FL
A developer has submitted plans to replace former FBI and Offshore Power Systems buildings with a mixed-income housing complex. Plans call the project “the 7820 Arlington Residential Development,” although it’s uncertain whether this will be the community’s official name. Baker Design Build hopes to move forward with the construction of about 800 apartments, with 285 in the first three buildings.
Coast Guard Cutter Valiant Returns after Deployment in Florida Straits, Windward Passage
Coast Guard Cutter Valiant (WMEC 621) and its crew returned to their homeport at Naval Station Mayport in Jacksonville, following a 49-day migrant interdiction operations patrol in the Florida Straits and Windward Passage. Valiant’s crew deployed in support of Homeland Security Task Force – Southeast (HSTF-SE) and Operation Vigilant Sentry...
Adam Waller makes it two in a row for San Jose in Jacksonville Amateur golf playoff win
Jason Duff was crushed but knew what Adam Waller was feeling in the aftermath of the 63rd Jacksonville Amateur Championship's final round on Saturday at the Jacksonville Golf and Country Club. "I've got one of these [the 2022 Amateur at Deerwood]," said Duff, a rising senior at the University of North Florida. "I...
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