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Jaguars LB Foyesade Oluokun claims a spot in ESPN's top 10 ranking
He may not be the centre of attention before or after games, but Foyesade Oluokun may be one of the most valuable players in his position. The Jacksonville Jaguars know it, and it looks like executives and coaches agree, based on an ESPN poll. The 28-year-old St. Louis native signed...
Meet Lady and Todd: 2 orphaned dogs hoping for happy ‘tails’ and a new home
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Meet Lady and Todd, two pups who tragically lost their owner a few days ago and are in desperate need of a new home, ideally together. The dogs were sadly in the home with their deceased owner for 5-7 days before being rescued, and are hoping for a new leash on life.
Jacksonville, FL Supports a Robust Hotel Development Pipeline Despite Economic Uncertainty
While many U.S. markets have experienced a slowdown in hotel development amid rising construction costs, increasing financing costs, and general uncertainty, the greater Jacksonville market area has continued to support a robust hotel development pipeline. Factors contributing to this growth include ongoing infrastructure projects in the market, such as the JAXPORT dredging project and Interstate 295 expansion; the ongoing work of the Jacksonville Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) to broaden the city’s appeal as an international business destination; and the availability of land suitable for development.
Rhode Island man sentenced to 2 years for making false bomb threat on plane that diverted to Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Rhode Island man who got into an argument with his travel companion and caused the flight to divert in Jacksonville after making a false bomb threat in December 2023 was sentenced to two years in federal prison Thursday. According to court documents, Evan Sims, 41,...
Florida man arrested for Jan. 6 riot, latest of over 120 insurrection arrests in state
Another Florida man has been arrested in connection with the Jan 6. insurrection at the U.S. Capitol in 2021, one of at least 127 Floridians out of nearly 1,500 people charged across the U.S., according to USA TODAY data. Garth Nathaniel Walton, 32, has been charged with felony offenses of...
Jaguars turn official release of throwback uniforms into celebration
This year is the 30th anniversary of the Jacksonville Jaguars becoming an NFL franchise, and they're celebrating accordingly. They announced the return of their throwback uniforms earlier this year, and they've now officially released them. The Jags announced the throwbacks with a video of cornerback Tyson Campbell and safety Andre...
The trend continues- hot temperatures, with heavy rain for some this afternoon
This morning, you’re starting out with a gorgeous sunrise, and temperatures in the 70′s. As we ease into this afternoon, we amp up the feels like temperatures into the triple digits, with rain for some moving through the area. Much of the area will see rain, and some...
Bills throwback uniforms: Ranking the best jerseys for a potential throwback
Inspired by the Jacksonville Jaguars' recent reveal, we've decided to rank the Buffalo Bills' past uniforms based on how badly we want to see them as throwbacks. Though no Lombardi Trophies are on display in the lobby of the team’s Orchard Park headquarters, the Buffalo Bills have a proud history that encompasses six decades, several professional leagues, and generations’ worth of memories. The franchise is one of the NFL’s most passionately supported, the love the Western New York community has shown the franchise and its players over the past 65 years being matched by few fanbases in all of professional sports.
3 potential Jaguars trade candidates entering 2024 training camp
The Jacksonville Jaguars ended the 2023 season as poorly as an NFL team could. An 8-3 start that saw them seize control of the AFC South was upended by a disastrous 1-6 finish. But the Jaguars are entering the 2024 campaign with an optimistic outlook. They added plenty of help through the draft with the […] The post 3 potential Jaguars trade candidates entering 2024 training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
City Budget: The Squeeze Begins
The great debate about funding the Fernandina Beach 2024-2025 budget is about to begin at its usual starting point: there won't be enough money to pay for everything the city needs. City commissioners will meet July 30 to set the millage rate that city property owners will be assessed to...
'Alpha Dog': Travis Etienne's leadership shining this offseason, looking to increase YPC
Jacksonville Jaguars running backs coach Jerry Mack compares Travis Etienne’s running ability to that of a kickoff returner. Not that the team would ever put Etienne back to return kicks—he’s far too valuable—but his vision to read and manipulate blocks is the same as most returners looking to spring free for a long return.
JJ Grey & Mofro ready to play at Big Top
JJ Grey & Mofro is set to take the Big Top Chautauqua stage July 25, bringing with him his southern rock sound. Whether playing at a dive bar in Jacksonville, Florida, a sold out show in an arena, or a music festival, Grey enjoys telling his personal stories via song. He said he is looking forward to playing under a tent like Big Top’s, saying it brings him a feeling of being at a circus or a carnival.
Jaguars Employee Theft Football
Jacksonville Jaguars sue imprisoned ex-employee over multimillion-dollar theft from team. The Jacksonville Jaguars have filed a lawsuit against a former employee who is serving prison time after pleading guilty to stealing $22 million from the NFL team’s virtual credit card program. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Duval County Circuit Court, seeks more than $66 million in damages, or three times the amount Amit Patel admitted stealing to feed a gambling addiction and a lavish lifestyle. The 31-year=old Patel was sentenced to more than six years in federal prison in March after pleading guilty to charges of wire fraud and making an illegal monetary transaction.
Jacksonville Jaguars sue imprisoned ex-employee over multimillion-dollar theft from team
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have filed a lawsuit against a former employee who is serving prison time after pleading guilty to stealing $22 million from the NFL team's virtual credit card program. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Duval County Circuit Court, seeks more than $66 million...
What is the best fast food burger? Florida-founded fast food chain ranks on this top 10 list
Are you a fast food fanatic who loves a good burger?. USA TODAY’s 10Best just released a rankings list of the top 10 best fast food burgers of 2024 and a classic, Florida-founded fast food chain made the list. “USA TODAY 10Best's editors and a panel of burger buffs...
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