Chris Norman
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Florida congressman calls for closure of Baker County Detention Center over whistleblower report, civil rights complaint
Read full article: Florida congressman calls for closure of Baker County Detention Center over whistleblower report, civil rights complaintA Florida congressman is calling for the closure of the Baker County Detention Center in Macclenny after a whistleblower report and a complaint alleging civil rights violations at the facility.
Duval County School Board approves Capital Plan, inching closer to making Master Facility Plan a reality
Read full article: Duval County School Board approves Capital Plan, inching closer to making Master Facility Plan a realityThe changes are part of the latest version of Duval County Public Schools’ Master Facility Plan.
DCPS alerting parents, staff at 6 elementary schools that they’re being considered for closure
Read full article: DCPS alerting parents, staff at 6 elementary schools that they’re being considered for closureThe changes are part of the latest version of Duval County Public Schools’ Master Facility Plan.
Comparing Anastasia State Park development plans to other ‘lodges’ at state parks
Read full article: Comparing Anastasia State Park development plans to other ‘lodges’ at state parksPlans to build a 350-room lodge, pickleball courts and a disc golf course at Anastasis State Park have caused an uproar in the community, with many calling the development plan “unnecessary” and “misguided.”
St. Johns County commissioners want to hear from residents on 25-year growth plan. Here’s how to have your voice heard
Read full article: St. Johns County commissioners want to hear from residents on 25-year growth plan. Here’s how to have your voice heardSt. Johns County is currently one of the fastest-growing counties in Florida, and commissioners want residents to have a say in how the county grows over the next 25 years.
How 'heat islands' in Jacksonville affect most vulnerable residents
Read full article: How 'heat islands' in Jacksonville affect most vulnerable residentsA new study by Climate Central, which tracks what’s called the Urban Heat Index, has identified several densely populated urban areas around Duval County that are hotter than other spots on Earth.
‘We’re just getting started’: Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan begins second year in office
Read full article: ‘We’re just getting started’: Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan begins second year in officeSince being sworn in on July 1, 2023, Mayor Donna Deegan has passed her first budget, launched several new programs and helped negotiate the Jaguars stadium deal. She already has a full plate as she begins year two with two key issues taking center stage this month.
City Council passes emergency resolution in support of Israel. Council president was only ‘no’ vote
Read full article: City Council passes emergency resolution in support of Israel. Council president was only ‘no’ voteIn a 16-1 vote, Jacksonville City Council showed its support for Israel by passing an emergency resolution Tuesday night, saying the city of Jacksonville mourns the loss of life and "unequivocally" stands with Israel as it defends itself.
‘Their lives matter’: Mom wants people to remember 16-year-old, her boyfriend as jury selection begins in murder trial
Read full article: ‘Their lives matter’: Mom wants people to remember 16-year-old, her boyfriend as jury selection begins in murder trialAnfernee Wilson, who was 19 when he was first charged in the double homicide in October 2020, petitioned last October to change his plea, which he made as part of a deal that would have sentenced him to 45 years in prison.
St. Johns County sheriff requests $13M budget increase, plans to boost deputy starting salaries by $3K
Read full article: St. Johns County sheriff requests $13M budget increase, plans to boost deputy starting salaries by $3KSt. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick will present his budget proposal for the next fiscal year to the county commissioners at Tuesday's meeting.
Filthy Food: The gross things legally allowed in everyday food items might surprise you
Read full article: Filthy Food: The gross things legally allowed in everyday food items might surprise youWe're uncovering the unsettling truth about the critters and mold hidden in everyday meals. Plus, "healthy" foods that are actually full of pesticides.
Review: Funny, fulfilling ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ worth roll of the 20-sided die
Read full article: Review: Funny, fulfilling ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ worth roll of the 20-sided dieFilled with scenarios that feel ripped from the classic tabletop game, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” offers a lot for long-time players to enjoy without alienating the uninitiated.