Local Folks: Brenda Star Walker
Brenda Star Walker of Murray Hill could hang your wallpaper, give you a massage, help you plant a garden, tell you all about the 28 Grateful Dead shows she went to in three years, sew a new creation for you, teach you to stand on your head in a yoga pose while discussing her philosophy […]
In Memoriam: Vivian Delice (Lisi) Shields Roces
Vivian Delice (Lisi) Shields Roces, 65, of Jacksonville, Florida passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021, following an extended illness. Lisi, the daughter of Robert Benoit Shields and Vivian Mae Robinson Shields, was born and raised in Jacksonville. She married Armando in 1977. Together they lived in Tallahassee, FL, Zaragoza, Spain, Durham, NC, then returned […]
The Way We Were: Janne and Jody Brandenburg
She admits to being raised “like a brat” in Jacksonville. He grew up on a farm south of Florida City. She spent time in the limelight, in front of cameras, and on TV. He’s become known for his work with the bereaved in the death care industry. Their pairing has been compared to Mary Poppins […]
Seresto Flea & Tick Collars Safety Alert
In late April, both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Congressional House Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy, opened investigations into the safety of Seresto Flea and Tick Collars. They called upon manufacturer Elanco, to temporarily recall the collars for the duration of their investigations into adverse reaction and pet death reports. They […]
Bishop Kenny Girls Beach Volleyball Team takes State Beach Volleyball Runner-Up
Head Coach Suzanne Winkler finished the regular season undefeated and took a very young team to the Sunshine State Athletic Conference (SSAC) State Beach Volleyball Championship April 30 – May 1. The State Championship was held at Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, Florida. The Crusaders lost a very tight match in the finals against Riverview […]
Assumption’s middle school students perform at Rock “OUT” music concert
Assumption Catholic School’s music teacher Katie Rewa employed her creativity to assemble an outdoor concert on the Rosary Stage, inviting middle school students to perform. They wore their favorite costumes, brought their favorite instruments, and sang their favorite songs for the show. Two separate performances were held. One was to entertain parents on an April […]
Historic housing is hot, hot, hot
Is it a bubble, or is it because of supply and demand? Is it because of COVID, like almost everything different or challenging about the past year and a half has been, or is it just cyclical? Realtors and economists have their theories, but one thing is sure – Jacksonville is experiencing the craziest housing […]
More Names Added to Memorial Park Life Scrolls
Nearly 100 years after the Rotary Club of Jacksonville put forth a proposal for a memorial to honor Floridians who died in service during World War I, the list of Florida Fallen continues to grow. In 1924, when Memorial Park was dedicated on Christmas Day, the Life Scrolls – as they have come to be […]
