As storm recovery is underway across NE Florida, it’s a good reminder to check your hurricane kits

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Storm recovery is underway across Northeast Florida as residents assess the damage from the band of storms that blew through with winds reaching up to 70-plus mph….

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The cold is coming. It’s a great time to check on your neighbors.

It’s great to be back with you all after a beautiful week off with my family! I love spending time at home as we are very tight-knit! It was certainly…

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Angelia Menchan credits Buddy Check for taking action

Angelia Menchan learned a painful lesson from her mother, who was a strong woman but kept issues with her breast cancer a secret. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It was early one…

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Traveling home Thursday? Check flights often & leave early if you’re on the road

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you plan to travel Thursday, leave early — it’s expected to be the busiest day this year to travel after Christmas. Drivers will likely see some…

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‘Buddy Check saved my life’ | Jacksonville mother and her son recount fight with breast cancer

Jordan is in his 20’s but has the wisdom of a man alive for decades. He knows he loves his mother and he needs her alive and well. JACKSONVILLE, Fla….

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Clay County Sheriff gets first check from fund aimed at helping first responders with personal emergencies

CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – A newly launched public safety initiative aimed at helping first responders in Clay County is now able to help them in times of need thanks to…

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Fourth and Gold presents $100,000 check for cancer research

The organization ‘Fourth and Gold’ presented the check Tuesday night at a closing ceremony for Lucy’s Lemonade Stand, a fundraiser in honor of Lucy Rose. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Very sad…

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Jacksonville journalist Margo Pope reflects on Buddy Check

Margo Pope is a beloved local journalist, a columnist and reporter for 42 years. She explains how her mother began Buddy Check 31 years ago. The impact-huge. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla….

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Remember this? Check out this Publix photo timeline to celebrate 93 years of business

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Publix is celebrating 93 years of business on Wednesday. We wanted to tell a story — starting with the first store that ever opened in Winter Haven…

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