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Another Jacksonville TV news anchor reveals cancer diagnosis
20+ hour, 43+ min ago (210+ words) First Coast News anchor Jeannie Blaylock, who launched 'Buddy Check 12' more than 30 years ago, announced her own breast cancer diagnosis. 'Buddy Check 12 has saved my life': FCN anchor reveals cancer diagnosis Less than a month after popular Jacksonville TV news…...
A timeline of Cristian Fernandez's case that began 15 years ago
10+ hour, 38+ min ago (113+ words) On March 14, 2011, 12-year-old Cristian Fernandez beat his half brother so severely that he would die two days later. Here's a look back at the case. 15 years ago, what happened with Cristian Fernandez? Here's the story Fifteen years ago March 14, 2011, a…...
JTA wants opinions about future of Skyway. Here's mine | Mark Woods
10+ hour, 42+ min ago (82+ words) JTA wants opinions about Skyway future? OK, here's mine. JTA wants opinions about Skyway future. OK, here's mine. | Opinion The Jacksonville Transit Authority wants your opinion on what to do with the Skyway. I'm sure that after more than 35 years…...
Here's when public will sound off on possible sites for new jail
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (182+ words) Jacksonville hires CGL to guide one-year search for site to build new county jail. Town halls will let public voice opinions on options. Where will new Jacksonville jail be? City sets timeline for decision The city's hunt for a future…...
Legislature clears Duval School Board and Cecil Airport changes
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (204+ words) Duval County School Board can hire own attorney and Jacksonville Aviation Authority gets goals for Cecil Airport in bills approved by Legislature. Changes for Duval School Board and Cecil Airport head to governor Charter changes for the Duval County School…...
Family Business: Basketball is life for Bishop Kenny coach, family
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (148+ words) Coaching basketball is a family affair for the Buckleys. Jerry is the 20-year coach at Bishop Kenny. His younger brother and two sons also coach. Led by Bishop Kenny's Jerry Buckley, coaching hoops is family business For Bishop Kenny's Jerry…...
Mega Millions prize over half a billion for Tuesday, March 10 drawing
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (451+ words) Will a $5 Mega Millions ticket make you a multimillionaire? As they say in the lottery business, "it could happen to you." It happened for a lucky Powerball ticketholder last week. On Monday, March 2, a ticket purchased in Arkansas matched all…...
KFC bringing new chicken tenders restaurant concept to Jacksonville
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (101+ words) An Orlando restaurant chain known for its hand-breaded chicken tenders and unique sauces is geting ready to open two Jacksonville-area restaurants. KFC spin-off opening 2 Jacksonville-area chicken tenders restaurants A KFC spin-off focusing on hand-breaded chicken tenders and unique flavors of…...
Gas prices surge in Florida. See cost for Jacksonville vs other cities
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (611+ words) Drivers across Florida are once again facing higher costs every time they pull up to the pump. The average price for a gallon of regular gas in Florida hit $3.63 on Tuesday, March 10, about 10 cents higher than the national average, according…...
Florida high school coaches can get paid more. But will they?
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (89+ words) Florida's new law allows high school booster clubs to pay coaches directly, potentially increasing their salaries significantly. Bill allows Florida high school coaches to get a raise. What we know The Florida Legislature has opened the door for high school…...