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Faculty, staff and students at Fishweir Elementary School threw a celebration Wednesday for Renato Valdres — affectionately known as “Mr. Rey” — who is retiring after 30 years of service at the school as their lead custodian. Students and faculty made signs and gathered to celebrate Valdres’ years of hardContinue Reading

Before the storm season, it is smart to check out how high the water will reach in your neighborhood based on the strength of a hurricane and reference your evacuation map. When a storm becomes a threat The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is responsible for tracking hurricanes and issues aContinue Reading

It’s World No Tobacco Day on Wednesday, a day held every year to highlight the dangers of using tobacco products like cigarettes. According to research, those who quit and go on to adopt a healthy lifestyle can reduce their risk of death. “It shows that it’s not just about quittingContinue Reading

A Jacksonville Beach paddleboarder on Wednesday morning found the body of a man floating about 100 yards offshore, according to the Jacksonville Beach Police Department. The grisly discovery was made around 10:30 a.m. about 10 blocks north of the Jacksonville Beach Pier. Police said the paddleboarder pulled the body toContinue Reading

Attorneys involved in the federal case against two former JEA executives charged with conspiracy and wire fraud are asking a judge to delay the trial from October of this year to February 2024. Former JEA CEO Aaron Zahn and his former chief financial officer Ryan Wannemacher were indicted in MarchContinue Reading

In my more than 20 years of health care experience, I have witnessed the direct correlation between an investment in our communities and improved health outcomes. I am particularly proud to work for an organization with a nonprofit mission and a history of prioritizing our members over profits, as weContinue Reading

Civil rights attorney Harry Daniels, 23-year-old Zyaire Ratliff and Camden County NAACP President Timothy Bessent Sr. spoke at a news conference Wednesday in front of the Camden County Sheriff’s Office. Daniels said the news conference was to “expose new incidents in the ongoing pattern of brutality at the Camden CountyContinue Reading

Aaron Rodgers could be back fully practicing with the New York Jets on Friday after straining a calf last week. The 39-year-old quarterback, acquired last month from Green Bay, was injured while participating in conditioning drills last Tuesday. Rodgers downplayed the injury at the time but hasn’t been a fullContinue Reading

Mayor Lenny Curry is gathering stakeholders from city leadership on Wednesday to give updates on hurricane preparedness before the start of hurricane season. News4JAX is streaming the meeting live on News4JAX.com and News4JAX+. Press play above to watch live. The meeting at the Prime Osborn Convention Center includes Curry andContinue Reading