In Memoriam: Marnelle Jones Isaac
November 15, 1951 – June 9, 2021 Marnelle Jones Isaac was born November 15, 1951 in Folkston, Georgia to Edith and Asa Arnold “Sonny” Jones. She grew up on a farm Callahan, Florida, was raised as a “country girl”, and was an active member of the 4-H club. She took great pride in participating in […]
Local Folks: The Tucci Family
Matt Tucci is the Jacksonville Market Director of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Homes and Cemeteries. Employed in an industry considered “first responders,” never able to shut its doors during the pandemic, Tucci has been working almost nonstop. “It keeps me pretty busy,” he said. But when asked what he and his family do outside of business hours, […]
Pet Domestic Rabbits
Inspired by the Story of Luke’s Sugar Bunny “There’s something out in the yard!” an excited four-year-old announced to family members gathered for a cookout. With so much food and conversation, it was pure luck that anyone noticed the small, mostly white and chocolate-spotted animal lounging in full view of resident hawks. It was a […]
St. Paul’s-Riverside rises to the challenge of sports during a pandemic
St. Paul’s-Riverside faced a challenging school year during the pandemic in providing a safe athletic experience for its students. The school is committed to the importance of physical activity and athletics as part of a balanced education. “Athletics are an excellent avenue for students to get involved in activities outside of the classroom that promote […]
Assumption Catholic School’s Class of 2021
A memorable graduation full of emotions, unity, and a sense of accomplishment. It was a year like no other, a year to remember. COVID-19 changed the landscape worldwide and tested everyone’s resilience in unimaginable ways. Assumption’s Class of 2021 proved that even during challenging times they would still come together strong to overcome what would […]