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Jacksonville Police Investigate Attempted Luring of Elementary Student

Jacksonville Police Investigate Attempted Luring of Elementary Student

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) and Duval County School Police are investigating an incident where a stranger in a blue van reportedly attempted to lure a student from Lone Star Elementary into their vehicle. The incident occurred on a Friday morning while the student was walking to school. According to a message sent to families by Lone Star Principal Cheryl Quarles-Gaston, the student managed to escape safely and arrived at school unharmed. Authorities were immediately notified, and an investigation is currently underway. Principal Quarles-Gaston emphasized the importance of student safety during commutes and urged parents to review 'Stranger Danger' tips with their children. These tips include using a buddy system, avoiding walking alone, never approaching strangers in vehicles, and never going anywhere with an unknown person, even if offered treats or toys. The principal also provided guidance on self-defense, advising students to resist by dropping to the ground, kicking, hitting, biting, and ...
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Raines' Gateway football streak is historic. Is it city's longest?

Raines' Gateway football streak is historic. Is it city's longest?

Raines' win over White extended their Gateway winning streak to nearly four years. A record? First Coast Varsity Weekly goes inside the numbers.
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6 things to know before heading to EverBank Stadium this NFL season

6 things to know before heading to EverBank Stadium this NFL season

This will be the Jaguars' final season in Jacksonville before the team temporarily relocates for the 2027 season. What's different?
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AEW President Tony Khan Honors Andy 'The Butcher' Williams with 10-Bell Salute at ROH Taping

AEW President Tony Khan Honors Andy 'The Butcher' Williams with 10-Bell Salute at ROH Taping

AEW President Tony Khan Honors Andy 'The Butcher' Williams with 10-Bell Salute at ROH Taping
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Veterans will get inside track on jobs created by city incentives

Veterans will get inside track on jobs created by city incentives

Jacksonville companies getting property tax rebates must put "good faith" effort into hiring veterans and military spouses for at least 10% of jobs.
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Jacksonville Ticket Tracker: Night Ranger, David Nail book concerts

Jacksonville Ticket Tracker: Night Ranger, David Nail book concerts

Country singers David Nail and Will Hoge have booked a show in St. Augustine, plus how to get tickets to see Night Ranger, Will Downing, tobyMac.
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Representative John Rutherford Discusses Faith's Role in Congressional Work

Representative John Rutherford Discusses Faith's Role in Congressional Work

Representative John Rutherford, a Republican from Florida, has shared insights into how his Catholic faith influences his daily life and work in Congress. He emphasizes leaning on his faith in his demanding position, often through attending Mass and saying the rosary. Rutherford cited Ephesians 2:10, stating, “for we are all God’s workmanship, created in the image of Christ Jesus to do good work,” which he interprets as a divine calling for his actions. His journey to Catholicism was not straightforward; he grew up in the United Methodist Church and drifted away at age 14. His perspective on faith shifted significantly after becoming a police officer in Jacksonville, Florida, where witnessing crimes led him to question mortality and return to studying the Bible. This eventually led him to convert to Catholicism after reading Pope John Paul II's 'Crossing the Threshold of Hope,' which clarified the authority of the Church for him.
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Northeast Florida high school football's best Week 3 performances

Northeast Florida high school football's best Week 3 performances

See Jacksonville and Northeast Florida top performers on offense, defense and special teams for Week 3 of the FHSAA high school football season.
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VOTE: Times-Union High School Boys Athlete of the Week, Sept. 8

VOTE: Times-Union High School Boys Athlete of the Week, Sept. 8

Duval Charter football's Kendrick Spann is the Times-Union Boys Athlete of the Week in Jacksonville-area high school sports for Aug. 24-29, 2026.
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VOTE: Times-Union High School Girls Athlete of the Week, Sept. 7

VOTE: Times-Union High School Girls Athlete of the Week, Sept. 7

Trinity Christian volleyball's Nova Hewlett is the Times-Union Girls Athlete of the Week in Jacksonville-area high school sports for Aug. 24-29, 2026.
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Delta Flight Diverted to RDU Following Reports of Fumes Onboard

Delta Flight Diverted to RDU Following Reports of Fumes Onboard

Delta Flight 1035, en route from Jacksonville, Florida, to New York’s JFK International Airport, was diverted to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) after fumes were detected in the cabin. The incident occurred on a Monday night, leading to an unscheduled landing in Raleigh. According to Delta, the crew followed established procedures for such an event, and the aircraft landed safely. There were 108 customers and five crew members on board, all of whom deplaned normally at the gate. No injuries were reported. Delta released a statement apologizing for the delay and emphasizing that customer and employee safety is paramount. The airline is currently investigating the cause of the odor that prompted the diversion.
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Times-Union Play of the Month: Vote on the best plays from August

Times-Union Play of the Month: Vote on the best plays from August

Vote for the best high school sports play from August across Northeast Florida and help crown our first winner.