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River City Plus: Jaxson de Ville doing big things in the community
Read full article: River City Plus: Jaxson de Ville doing big things in the communityJaxson de Ville, the Jacksonville Jaguars’ beloved mascot, has been making waves since his unexpected discovery in 1993. Originally a stray cat living in the south scoreboard during the Jaguars’ inaugural season, Jaxson officially became the team mascot in 1996. Known for his unpredictable antics and daredevil stunts, Jaxson quickly won over fans with his willingness to risk it all for their entertainment.
Jags vs. Chiefs: What to know if you’re going to Saturday’s preseason opener
Read full article: Jags vs. Chiefs: What to know if you’re going to Saturday’s preseason openerJacksonville Jaguars fans, the wait is almost over. Kickoff of the Jags’ first preseason game is just around the corner.
‘Full Florida man’: Scantily clad Jaxson de Ville causes social media stir during Jaguars game
Read full article: ‘Full Florida man’: Scantily clad Jaxson de Ville causes social media stir during Jaguars gameAfter the thunderstorms passed through, it was unseasonably warm Sunday at TIAA Bank Field. Apparently a little too warm for the Jaguars mascot.
Going up: Jaxson de Ville, firefighters visit sick kids
Read full article: Going up: Jaxson de Ville, firefighters visit sick kidsJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Firefighters and the one and only Jaxson de Ville of the Jaguars went for a visual visit with the kids at Wolfson Children’s Hospital in downtown Jacksonville. It was all to cheer up the kids who are hospitalized while they battle cancers and other serious illnesses. Jaxson DeVille is getting ready to ladder up with @jfrdjax to visit the kiddos at Wolfson Children’s Hospital @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/LVZZdjJ8BA — WJXT4 EmilyBoyer (@Wjxt4EmilyBoyer) October 12, 2020Keeping in-line with pandemic precautions for people who are immunocompromised, firefighters hoisted Jaxson de Ville onto the fire ladder truck and waved to the kids through the window. Their smiles are ear to ear, and it’s so important we provide them these opportunities just to be kids, especially during treatment," said Vice President of Patient Care Services Cicely Brooks said. After the window visit, the kids were given ice-cream sandwiches.
Jay Fund hosts tailgate special for kids diagnosed with cancer
Read full article: Jay Fund hosts tailgate special for kids diagnosed with cancerJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Dozens of families were fortunate to attend Sunday's Jaguars victory over the New York Jets free of charge. The families were invited by the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund nonprofit organization. The invited families have a child who either has or has had a form of childhood cancer. Before heading into the stadium, the families were treated to an event with food and games at WJCT studios. Jaguars mascot Jaxson de Ville and members of the Roar were also there to meet the kids and get them pumped up for the game.
25th year of Painting of the Paws kicks off 2019 Jaguars season
Read full article: 25th year of Painting of the Paws kicks off 2019 Jaguars seasonIt's the 25th annual Painting of the Paws and it kicks off the 2019 Jaguars season. The Jax Chamber and Jax Chamber of Downtown Council host this year's event. Its a fun, fair, get up and cheer and roar for your Jaguars. It just starts the season off right for us here in Jacksonville," said Kimberly Gill, chairwoman of the Painting of the Paws committee. Parking is free in Lot H.The 2019 Jaguars season officially begins Thursday with a pre-season game against the Baltimore Ravens at 7:30 p.m.