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Caribfest 2016

Caribfest 2016

Caribfest celebrates art, music, food and more

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Saturday, June 11, 2016
Caribfest 2016 will take place Saturday, June 18, at the Jacksonville Landing. One Caribbean, Inc. presents the festival in celebration of Caribbean Heritage Month.  The festival will feature attractions such as live music, food vendors and art displays.

Sharks announce fan bus to Tampa

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Friday, June 10, 2016
The Jacksonville Sharks announced this week that the team will offer a fan bus to Tampa on Saturday, June 11, providing two-way transportation for fans wishing to watch the Sharks face off against the Tampa Bay Storm. Kickoff at Amalie Arena is set for 5 p.m.

Jaguars announce 2016 veteran minicamp information

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Thursday, June 9, 2016
The Jacksonville Jaguars will hold a three-day mandatory veteran minicamp from June 14-16 at the practice fields adjacent to EverBank Field.  Practice sessions on Tuesday, June 14 and Wednesday, June 15 will be free and open to public. To attend, fans should register in advance online at www.
Capt. Steve Crowder alongside popular television personality Bill Dance, holding a nice cobia caught while on the search for bull reds at the little jetties. (photo submitted)

Capt. Steve Crowder alongside popular television personality Bill Dance, holding a nice cobia caught while on the search for bull reds at the little jetties. (photo submitted)

Flood tide attracts many reds and sheepsheads

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Thursday, June 9, 2016
Late spring and fall in Jacksonville brings the flood tide, a gift for local inshore anglers. Around the new and full moons, tides may reach heights over 5.2 feet. This will push water into areas of the marshes that are usually dry.
Randy Gadson (left) and Adler Guinn (right) pose with Carver Center representatives Latoya Thomas and Johnny O’Hara prior to signing scholarships to play college sports. O’Hara works for Parks and Recreation, and Thomas is the Carver Center Supervisor. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Randy Gadson (left) and Adler Guinn (right) pose with Carver Center representatives Latoya Thomas and Johnny O’Hara prior to signing scholarships to play college sports. O’Hara works for Parks and Recreation, and Thomas is the Carver Center Supervisor. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Two Fletcher High seniors sign sports scholarships

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Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Signing a scholarship to play sports at the college level is every high school athlete’s dream. For Fletcher High seniors Randy Gadson and Adler Guinn, it’s much bigger than just a dream. It’s a blessing.
Pictured from left are Barry McDonald, general manager of Sawgrass Country Club; Salina Harkleroad, president of Sawgrass Country Club; and Ray Gottschalk, Randy Nader and Gregg Dieboldt, JAGA representatives and members of Sawgrass Country Club. (photo submitted)

Pictured from left are Barry McDonald, general manager of Sawgrass Country Club; Salina Harkleroad, president of Sawgrass Country Club; and Ray Gottschalk, Randy Nader and Gregg Dieboldt, JAGA representatives and members of Sawgrass Country Club. (photo submitted)

Sawgrass Country Club members support golf scholarship fund

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Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Through contributions from its members, Sawgrass Country Club raised $12,040 in 2016 to support the Jacksonville Area Golf Association (JAGA) scholarship trust fund.
John Curington, owner and developer of Ponte Vedra Croquet Club, plays. (photo submitted)

John Curington, owner and developer of Ponte Vedra Croquet Club, plays. (photo submitted)

Ponte Vedra Croquet Club welcomes experts and newcomers

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Tuesday, June 7, 2016
This isn’t your childhood croquet. Two years ago, The Ponte Vedra Croquet Club became a reality for John Curington, when he purchased almost four acres off Mosquito Control Road in Ponte Vedra Beach.

Vilano pier closed until 2017

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Tuesday, June 7, 2016
The Vilano Beach Fishing Pier at 260 Vilano Road, is closed for safety enhancements and anticipated to reopen in 10 months.
The Groov will be the opening act for June 12. (photo submitted)

The Groov will be the opening act for June 12. (photo submitted)

Summer Jazz Series lineup announced

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Monday, June 6, 2016
The city of Jacksonville Beach, PRI Productions, 96.1 WEJZ and WJXT Channel 4 have announced the line-up for the 15th Annual Summer Jazz Series. The two-concert series is scheduled for Sunday evenings from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Sea Walk Pavilion on June 12 and July 10.