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When will the Blue Angels roar back over Jacksonville Beach?
Aviation enthusiasts in the Jacksonville area have something to look forward to. The U.S. Navy Blue Angels are set to return for the Jacksonville Sea & Sky Air Show at Jacksonville Beach on October 23–24, 2027, and the NAS Jax Air Show on October 17–18, 2026. City leaders believe this event will highlight the region’s strong military community and attract large crowds to the beaches.

Will Jacksonville’s next jail be banned from historic Black neighborhoods?
There is growing concern about where the new Duval County jail might be placed. Councilmember Jimmy Peluso is working on a resolution that would prevent the future jail from being located in historically redlined or Black neighborhoods. This comes after frustration over a planned medical examiner’s office in Brentwood. While some council members believe it may be premature, others doubt a large jail would fit in residential areas anyway.

How will Jacksonville’s new $15 million investment reshape local careers?
The Jacksonville City Council has approved a $15 million package aimed at improving UNF’s Hodges Stadium, supporting workforce training at FSCJ and Edward Waters, and funding several apprenticeship programs. The plan includes shifting tourism tax dollars and creating a new builders’ training center. It also requires extra oversight before Edward Waters can use its share for campus expansion.

Other news highlights: - Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp sold: The beloved baseball team has been sold to Prospector Baseball Group, with City Council unanimously approving the deal under the VyStar Ballpark lease. New owners plan to build on recent stadium upgrades and strong attendance. - OCEARCH tracking a great white shark off Jacksonville coast: A 1,300-pound great white shark named Goodall has been detected just off Jacksonville Beach as part of her winter migration. Another larger shark named Contender is also pinging off the coast, and residents can follow their movements through OCEARCH’s public tracking tools.

Upcoming Events in Jacksonville

Featured events: - LIVING NATIVITY at One Church Jacksonville Beach
Date: Saturday, December 13
Time: 6:03 pm
Location: One Church Jacksonville Beach, 324 5th St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL, 32250

Other local events: - Live Music from Evan-D at Top Dawg Tavern!
Date: Wednesday, December 10
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Top Dawg Tavern - Jacksonville (Bartram Park), 13820 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville

• Job News Jacksonville Job Fair | Multi-Industry Hiring Event
  Date: Thursday, December 11
  Time: 10:00 am
  Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront, 1201 Riverplace Blvd, Jacksonville

• Jacksonville Icemen v Savannah Ghost Pirates
  Date: Friday, December 12
  Time: 2:00 pm
  Location: VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, 300 A Philip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville

• Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
  Date: Saturday, December 13
  Time: 6:30 pm
  Location: Jacksonville Public Library, 303 N Laura St, Jacksonville

• Sunday Brunch and Live Music from Alex Affronti at Top Dawg Tavern!
  Date: Sunday, December 14
  Time: 10:00 am
  Location: Top Dawg Tavern - Jacksonville (Bartram Park), 13820 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville

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Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media: - My church has opened the SNAP store.
- I went to see my Clover today at the shelter and came across this guy.
- Extended Stay America, Inc. posted a job opening for Housekeeper Part Time-101020 in Jacksonville.
- Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Inventory Specialist in Jacksonville.

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What did the alien say to the puzzle?
Answer: I come in peace. You come in pieces.

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