Deason Duo Team Up at DeVore Capital
Husband-and-wife team Wesley and Anke Deason have joined construction, real estate, and development firm DeVore Capital: Wesley Deason as COO and Anke Deason as vice president of operations. Wesley Deason brings more than 10 years of experience in the construction industry. Previously the owner of Str8Line Consulting, he has been working as a consultant with […]
Cross Country for a Cure Cyclists Complete 5,000-mile Journey
After a 45-day journey, which started in Anchorage, Alaska, Wolfson Children’s Hospital welcomed back cyclists Moi Monroe and Jason Rogers from their cross-country cycling ride on Sunday, Sept. 3. Traversing Canada and the United States, the pair traveled nearly 5,000 miles by bicycle with the goal to raise awareness for families battling childhood cancer as […]
Hightower Appointed Board Chair for Five Star Veterans Center
Michael R. Hightower has been appointed board chair for Five Star Veterans Center, bringing nearly 40 years of government and legislative relations expertise to the organization. His appointment will bolster the organization’s ongoing efforts to provide comprehensive support to veterans as they transition to civilian life. A visionary leader with an exceptional track record, Hightower’s […]
5K to Benefit Groundwork Jacksonville
The 4th Annual VyStar Emerald 5K/10K presented by JTC Running and 1st Place Sports is headed to downtown’s riverfront on Sept. 30, 2023. The 5K and 10K Run/Walk begin at 7:30 a.m. and the 5K/10K ride follows at 9 a.m. JTC running covers all race costs so that 100% of proceeds benefit Groundwork Jacksonville, the […]
CEO Fafard to Retire from MOSH
Bruce Fafard, CEO for The Museum of Science & History (MOSH), announced his retirement from the position, effective February 2024. “I first approached the museum to volunteer my services at the start of the pandemic. It was clear to me then — and remains clear to me now — that this museum is an essential […]
GALF’s There’s No Place Like Home fundraiser returns this November
The Guardian ad Litem Foundation’s (GALF) annual fundraiser There’s No Place Like Home (NPLH) returns Saturday, November 4, at the Garden Club of Jacksonville in Riverside from 6-10 p.m. The Emerald City-worthy event will feature food from Chef’s Garden, spirits, live and silent auctions, and music from Bold City Classics. Tickets are $150 per person and […]
Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc. expands team with four new members
Groundwork Jacksonville, Inc., the City’s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring Hogans and McCoys creeks, has added new staff to increase capacity for the growing organization. Janet Reagor was appointed COO, directing day-to-day operations including human resources, facilities and operational policies and procedures that support the growth of Groundwork Jacksonville. Janet is […]
A Humble Opening in the Books: Happy Medium Books Café opens in Riverside
It was a humble opening for Riverside’s newest independent new and used bookshop. Happy Medium Books Café officially opened its doors on Saturday, Aug. 12, and for owner Annie Pagett, it was a dream come true. “I just can’t believe we actually did it,” she said, tearing up as she watched people browse her shelves […]
