New Assistant Principal for Fishweir Elementary
Jasmine Butler has joined Fishweir Elementary School as its new assistant principal. The Florida native grew up in Duval County Public Schools (DCPS)and is a two-time graduate of the University of North Florida (UNF). She has been teaching for 13 years, across all ages, from kindergarten through college. She most recently served as a […]
Baptist Health VP/CISO featured in annual list of cybersecurity leaders
“Becker’s Hospital Review” has included James Case, vice president and chief information security officer (CISO) at Baptist Health, in its 60-strong list of “Hospital and health system CISOs and CPOs to know” for 2023. The list is comprised of individuals who have leveraged years of experience in IT cybersecurity to safeguard information, launch new initiatives, establish […]
Bolles Summer Cheer Program Anything But Routine
The Bolles varsity cheerleading team launched a new summer program for lower school students called Cheerleader for a Day. This week-long camp, held Aug. 7-11, invited students from both Bolles and the outside community to work with the upper school cheerleaders. Captains Eva Lantzy and Emily Suvoski led the charge in conceptualizing the program and […]
What’s Up at Lasalle?
Progress can be seen at the Lasalle Street pump station and outfall pipe as construction of Phase 1 continues. According to the City of Jacksonville Public Affairs Office, the anticipated end date for this first phase is the end of 2024. City officials, Haskell and A&E Engineering held a groundbreaking ceremony for the pump station […]
5 Points Merchants: Step Up, Step In
Area leaders help formulate ideas for cohesion, strength and beautification Jacksonville’s 5 Points District is known for its close-knit community of shopkeepers and its eclectic, bohemian collection of restaurants, bars, boutiques and other businesses. In recent months, however, it has also garnered a reputation as the go-to spot for late-night partiers leaving trash and other […]
Jolly Good Fellows
United Way of Northeast Florida, celebrating its 100th anniversary next year, recently announced its Stein Fellowship Class of 2024. Founded by philanthropists David and Linda Stein, the Stein Fellowship is a unique yearlong immersive leadership and mentorship experience for young professionals ages 21 to 40. Recipients were selected based on demonstrated commitment to philanthropy, love […]
New Tenants for San Marco Theatre
The show will go on at the San Marco Theatre, albeit in spirit only, as the interior will soon transform into a restaurant and home décor store. In August, a pair of new tenants announced their plans to move into the old San Marco Theatre. Restauranteur Al Mansur, known for several restaurant concepts including Al’s […]
’68 Celebrates 55: Robert E. Lee Class of 1968 at their 55th Reunion
More than 100 graduates of the Robert E. Lee Class of 1968 rocked out at the Ortega River Club to celebrate their 55th high school reunion. Amusing conversations included thoughts on how “55 years ago” now feels like just “last week” or “a few days ago.” Alumni traveled from near and far. Ron Baker traveled […]
