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Florida’s Black Bear Hunt Controversy

By Wylie Saviello It’s been a decade since the last time Florida permitted a black bear hunt, but that all changed this year. In August, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) officially approved a set of proposed rules for bear hunting, thereby re-opening regulated…




“Big Beautiful Budget” To Ban Immigration, DEI and Abortion Services

By Sophia Cardona On Sept. 9, the Jacksonville community spoke out against city council member Rory Diamond’s proposed “Big Beautiful Budget” amendment, which seeks to eliminate city funding for undocumented immigrants, abortion services and diversity, equity and inclusion programs.  The Jacksonville City Council held the…


How a Volunteer Group Protects Local Sea Turtle Populations

By Wylie Saviello A loggerhead hatchling approaches the ocean for the first time. Photo provided by Lucas Meers. Every morning for 200 days a year, Mickler’s Landing Turtle Patrol volunteers walk several miles on the beach starting at 30 minutes before sunrise to monitor the…


The Guardians of Beach Vehicle Access

By Wylie Saviello In small booths on the border between the beach and the street, retirees collect tolls for cars accessing the beach. Whether this is their first or 10th season, they have become an integral part of the local community and an important step…