Local Navy helicopter pilot meets son for first time after nearly 9-month deployment
NAS JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville-based helicopter squadron returned Sunday from a nearly nine-month deployment, and one of the pilots had an unforgettable moment. Aircrewman Toby Martinez met his infant…
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Navy veteran remembers Russia spying on goats aboard ship
During a reunion for the USS Davis in Jacksonville, a Navy veteran recounted a story of needing to store goats from a foreign country on the deck of a ship….
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Navy sailor reunites with family after being away for more than 7 months
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It’s not always guaranteed that people will be able to be home for the holidays and celebrate with family. This is especially the case for those who…
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Navy Federal approved less than 50% of Black home loan applications in recent data analysis
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The nation’s largest credit union has the widest home loan approval rate gap among Black and white applicants, revealing a racial disparity issue between borrowers with similar…
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Former Navy pilot embarks on next career.
Lieutenant Commander Craig Gile is part of the Cool Mitt team that helps lower body temperature with a single device. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — We pride ourselves on profiling members of…
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Kenneth Nixon has served in the Navy for 30 years
Kenneth Nixon holds the distinction of being the oldest Command Master Chief in the Navy. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — This weekend Americans across the country gathered and shared what they’re thankful…
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WWII Navy veteran recalls day that Hiroshima was bombed.
World War II veteran Edward Desmond recalls how his life changed due to one of the most destructive weapons in history. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — We’re proud to share the Stories…
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United Cajun Navy assisting in search for missing fishermen
JACKSONVILLE, Fla — The search for three missing Camden County fisherman is continuing north. The United Cajun Navy, a civilian organization specializing in search and rescues is now helping the…
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Navy Sailor to welcome dog she rescued in the Middle East to her new home in the US
FLEMING ISLAND, Fla. – A U.S. Navy Sailor will reunite with her beloved dog that she rescued while on deployment in the Middle East on Tuesday at 3 p.m. in…
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U.S. Navy Blue Angels take the skies of Jacksonville Beach in Sea & Sky Air Show
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. – The U.S. Navy Blue Angels are taking the skies of Jacksonville Beach for an amazing performance at the Sea & Sky Air Show Saturday afternoon. Press…
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