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Hundreds take to downtown Jacksonville streets to honor service members at Veterans Day parade
Read full article: Hundreds take to downtown Jacksonville streets to honor service members at Veterans Day paradeThe streets of downtown Jacksonville were decked in red, white and blue for the city’s Veterans Day parade Tuesday morning.
Are you a first responder or in the military? Here are some stores that offer special discounts for you
Read full article: Are you a first responder or in the military? Here are some stores that offer special discounts for youWith the ongoing government shutdown leaving many military and federal workers uncertain about their paychecks, money is tight for families across the country. The good news — many companies offer special discounts for military members, veterans, and first responders.
The Fire Watch, a community effort to end veteran suicide, has trained 10,000 Floridians to spot veterans in crisis
Read full article: The Fire Watch, a community effort to end veteran suicide, has trained 10,000 Floridians to spot veterans in crisisThe Fire Watch, a community effort to end veteran suicide, has reached a major milestone: 10,000 Floridians trained to identify veterans in crisis.
Blue Star families to benefit from free fishing clinic at Hanna Park this weekend
Read full article: Blue Star families to benefit from free fishing clinic at Hanna Park this weekendMilitary families in the Jacksonville area will have a special opportunity this Saturday to connect with nature and each other through a free fishing clinic at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park near Mayport.
Jacksonville prepares for Veterans Day parade downtown. Here’s what to know before you go
Read full article: Jacksonville prepares for Veterans Day parade downtown. Here’s what to know before you goThe city of Jacksonville is gearing up for the annual Veterans’ Day Parade on Tuesday in downtown Jacksonville.
2025 Veterans Day parades, events & deals in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia
Read full article: 2025 Veterans Day parades, events & deals in Northeast Florida, Southeast GeorgiaThe United States will honor those who have fought for our country’s freedoms in multiple Veterans Day parades and events on Tuesday, Nov. 11.
Mayor Deegan announces expanded support for service members, highlights Celebration of Valor events
Read full article: Mayor Deegan announces expanded support for service members, highlights Celebration of Valor eventsMayor Donna Deegan will join the Jacksonville Jaguars Foundation and the city’s Military Affairs & Veterans Department to highlight events for the 2025 Celebration of Valor and announce the Jaguars community grants for organizations serving active-duty military and veterans.
Blue Angels will be no-show at Sea and Sky Air Show this weekend. What to know if you go
Read full article: Blue Angels will be no-show at Sea and Sky Air Show this weekend. What to know if you goThe Sea and Sky Air Show will return to Jacksonville Beach on Saturday, but the U.S. Navy Blue Angels still haven’t announced whether they are performing at the event.
The Sea and Sky Air Show returns to Jacksonville Beach this weekend. It’s unclear whether the Blue Angels will perform
Read full article: The Sea and Sky Air Show returns to Jacksonville Beach this weekend. It’s unclear whether the Blue Angels will performThe Sea and Sky Air Show will return to Jacksonville Beach this weekend, but one of the biggest draws to the event may be grounded.
After others departed, Pentagon announces ‘new’ press corps filled with conservative news outlets
Read full article: After others departed, Pentagon announces ‘new’ press corps filled with conservative news outletsSeveral conservative news outlets said Wednesday they had agreed to a new press policy rejected by virtually all legacy media organizations and will take their place in the Pentagon to cover Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the U.S. military.
Operation New Uniform celebrates 70th graduation, empowering veterans for civilian careers
Read full article: Operation New Uniform celebrates 70th graduation, empowering veterans for civilian careersOperation New Uniform, a Jacksonville nonprofit helping military members transition to civilian careers, is celebrating its 70th graduation after nearly 11 years of service. CEO Michelle McManamon described the program’s unique approach: “We take a sales training program called Sandler and have made it into a curriculum that helps people learn how to sell themselves.”
Department of War launches new plan to fix military moving system after Home Safe Alliance contract ends
Read full article: Department of War launches new plan to fix military moving system after Home Safe Alliance contract endsA major shake-up is underway at the Department of War that affects thousands of military families who relocate across the country or globe to serve. After ending its troubled contract with Home Safe Alliance, the department is moving forward with a new leadership plan to fix the military’s moving system.
Military families frustrated after they say they were denied USAA government shutdown loans
Read full article: Military families frustrated after they say they were denied USAA government shutdown loansHouse Speaker Mike Johnson stated that service members won’t receive their October 31 paycheck if the government remains shut down.
Bakery near Mayport Navy base making free pies for military families amid government shutdown
Read full article: Bakery near Mayport Navy base making free pies for military families amid government shutdownThe owner of a bakery in Atlantic Beach said she wants to make sure our military community knows that, during this uncertain time of the government shutdown, they are loved and seen.
Jacksonville celebrates Navy’s 250th anniversary amid government shutdown uncertainty
Read full article: Jacksonville celebrates Navy’s 250th anniversary amid government shutdown uncertaintyThe United States Navy celebrated its 250th birthday on Monday, and in a city known for its strong military ties, Jacksonville is joining in the nationwide recognition.
Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts down
Read full article: Squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 6-month deployment just as federal government shuts downThe “Fighting Tigers” just completed a successful 6-month deployment to the U.S. 5th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility.
Defense secretary hosts 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony
Read full article: Defense secretary hosts 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremonyDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth and U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, will host the Department of Defense 2025 National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremony on Friday morning.
The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History
Read full article: The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and HistoryThe Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital is proud to present The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. This extraordinary, one-night-only event will benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital, making it an unforgettable evening of history, music, and purpose.
Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and support
Read full article: Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and supportFor Navy and Army veteran Leslie De La Serna, the toughest battles didn’t end in Afghanistan — they began when he got home. Now the Wounded Warrior Project is helping him heal those wounds.
‘I’m excited to be back’: Senior airman flown home by charity for military family reunion in Jacksonville
Read full article: ‘I’m excited to be back’: Senior airman flown home by charity for military family reunion in JacksonvilleA U.S. Air Force Senior Airman was flown home by a charity Saturday morning for a special military family reunion after being away for over two years.
Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again
Read full article: Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable againAfter a difficult year, disabled Marine veteran Sgt. Roy Wilbur is excited to sleep in his own bed and cook in his new kitchen.
A soldier in New Zealand is sentenced to two years in military prison for attempted espionage
Read full article: A soldier in New Zealand is sentenced to two years in military prison for attempted espionageA New Zealand soldier, who pleaded guilty to attempted espionage, has been sentenced Wednesday to two years in military prison followed by discharge from the army.
‘He is my hero’: Father talks about the unbreakable bond with his son, a sailor who was declared lost at sea
Read full article: ‘He is my hero’: Father talks about the unbreakable bond with his son, a sailor who was declared lost at seaThe father of a U.S. Navy Sailor from Middleburg who went missing while serving on the USS George Washington (CVN-73) talked about memories and the unbreakable bond with his son.
Navy sailor from Middleburg declared ‘lost at sea’ while serving aboard USS George Washington in Australia
Read full article: Navy sailor from Middleburg declared ‘lost at sea’ while serving aboard USS George Washington in AustraliaA U.S. Navy sailor from Middleburg was declared “lost at sea” while he served aboard the USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Australia in late July, according to his family.
Community invited to honor fallen soldiers as part of Purple Heart Day ceremony near Veterans Memorial Wall
Read full article: Community invited to honor fallen soldiers as part of Purple Heart Day ceremony near Veterans Memorial WallMembers of the Jacksonville community are invited to honor the brave men and women who were injured or lost their lives while serving in the U.S. military on Thursday near the city’s Veterans Memorial Wall.
Army sergeant from Jacksonville shot 5 fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart before being tackled, arrested: officials
Read full article: Army sergeant from Jacksonville shot 5 fellow soldiers at Fort Stewart before being tackled, arrested: officialsAn Army sergeant who is from Jacksonville opened fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia on Wednesday, shooting five soldiers and prompting a brief lockdown at one of the country’s largest Army bases, officials said.
St. Johns County flag rescue program secures 20,000th American flag for dignified ceremony
Read full article: St. Johns County flag rescue program secures 20,000th American flag for dignified ceremonyMore than 20,000 American flags have been rescued from trash cans and collected from drop-off boxes throughout St. Johns County, thanks to a collaboration between veterans and the county’s Solid Waste Division.
USS The Sullivans sailors reunite with loved ones at Naval Station Mayport after 8-month deployment
Read full article: USS The Sullivans sailors reunite with loved ones at Naval Station Mayport after 8-month deploymentThere was no shortage of hugs, kisses, and happy tears at Naval Station Mayport this morning, as more than 300 sailors from the USS The Sullivans finally returned home after an eight-month deployment.
‘It’s about legacy’: Veteran raising funds to restore fallen Marine’s truck, give it to his son for his 15th birthday
Read full article: ‘It’s about legacy’: Veteran raising funds to restore fallen Marine’s truck, give it to his son for his 15th birthdayA Marine Corps veteran launched a fundraiser to restore the truck of a fellow Marine who was killed while serving the country 15 years ago.
Jacksonville veteran testifies in Washington about Dept. of Education cuts
Read full article: Jacksonville veteran testifies in Washington about Dept. of Education cutsA Jacksonville Navy veteran is sounding the alarm, warning that veterans could be left defenseless against predatory colleges and lending practices without the Department of Education.
Tell Us: Do you have family living or serving in the Middle East during escalating conflicts? What are your concerns?
Read full article: Tell Us: Do you have family living or serving in the Middle East during escalating conflicts? What are your concerns?We want to know: If you have family living or serving in the Middle East right now, what are your concerns amid the troubling conflict?
Jacksonville property management company to pay for illegally charging military tenants: DOJ
Read full article: Jacksonville property management company to pay for illegally charging military tenants: DOJA Jacksonville-based property management company will pay more than $64,000 in compensation and penalties after the U.S. Department of Justice found it violated federal law by charging early termination fees to military servicemembers
Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacy
Read full article: Senior Chief Reyes serves alongside daughter Midshipman Reyes aboard USS Nimitz, celebrating Navy family legacyIn the Navy, many toss around the word “family” casually. Divisions become families. Departments become families. Berthing members become families. Co-workers who spend 18 hours a day working together and another six sleeping near each other become family members.
Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills supporting Florida’s nearly 1.5 million veterans
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis signs 3 bills supporting Florida’s nearly 1.5 million veteransGov. Ron DeSantis is scheduled to hold a news conference at 10 a.m. Friday at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Nursing Home in Port Charlotte.
‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas
Read full article: ‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron returns to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseasThe “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.
‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseas
Read full article: ‘Proud Warriors’ helicopter squadron to return to NAS Jacksonville after 8-month deployment overseasThe “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 72 will return to Naval Air Station Jacksonville on Saturday evening after eight months overseas with Carrier Air Wing.