Hip Hop alternative artists Nappy Roots appeared friday at Jack Rabbits. The group performed there classics "Aw Naw" and "Po Folks" before an enthusiastic audience. Opening for the headliners were a variety of local rap acts such as Robin Bankz, Tough Junkie and Ivan. See if you were spotted.
11/5/2011
Album ID: 1356478
Photos by Ton-E Watson
Sandalwood vs. Baldwin
7 albums
Sandalwood Saints hosted Baldwin Indians in the "Woods" last night. Baldwin had no answer to Sandalwood's drives and touchdowns until the fourth quarter, Quarterback Parker Boehme passed and rushed like a pro as he hit the likes of Eric McFarlin and Laval Davis.
9/3/2011
Album ID: 1315153
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Sandalwood vs. Providence Kickoff Classic
9 albums
Sandalwood Saints Hosted Providence Stallions tonight. Although Providence proved strong, they could not stop Sandalwood from taking the win. Touchdowns from Quarterback Parker Boehme pulled Sandalwood to a 28-6 victory.
8/26/2011
Album ID: 1309233
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Tony Hawk and the Birdhouse Team visit Kona
5 albums
Tony Hawk and his friends from the Birdhouse rolled into Kona Tuesday. They helped raise money for the oldest (and the best!) skatepark in the United States. They hit street and put on a vert ramp demo. Local favorites, including Donny Griffin and Buck Smith put on a show, too. Marty Ramos mc'd and kept the crowd going. Were you spotted at the jam?
8/23/2011
Album ID: 1307829
Photos by Jim Messer
U.S. Navy Squadron HSL-42 Pitches In At Woodland Acres Elementary School
10 photos
for sale
Members of U.S. Navy Squadron HSL-42 pitched in at Woodland Acres Elementary School Friday morning throwing around 150 sailors at a mix of projects around the school. Principal Tim Feagins said the school has had a long running relationship with the Navy Squadron and appreciated their efforts getting the classrooms and the school grounds ready for the first day of school. "I think its amazing that for all they they do for our country already they still give back to Woodland Acres."
8/19/2011
Album ID: 1305537
Photos by Bob Self
Memorial Service for Pfc. Gil Isai Morales Del Valle
18 photos
for sale
A memorial service was held Friday afternoon at the Rock of Salvation Church on Cortez Rd. for Pfc. Gil Isai Morales Del Valle, 21 who was killed last week by an improvised explosive device while serving with the US Army in Afganistan.
8/12/2011
Album ID: 1302055
Photos by Bob Self
Jacksonville Jaguars: Sat., July 30
9 albums
An hour of no-pads drills and scrimmage followed by autographs on the way out.
7/30/2011
Album ID: 1294550
Photos by Randy Lefko
River City Swim League Championships: Day Two
6 albums
At Cecil Field Aquatics Center Friday afternoon....See pics by Randy Lefko from 6Under Championships from Thursday at (http://photos.jacksonville.com/mycapture/category.asp?eventID=1293617&CategoryID=57820)
7/29/2011
Album ID: 1294296
Photos by Randy Lefko
River City Swim League: 6-Under Championships
16 albums
On Thursday at Cecil Field Aquatic Center.
7/28/2011
Album ID: 1293617
Photos by Randy Lefko
Jax Destroyer Win 3-0
13 albums
At Jacksonville University, the Jacksonville Destroyers men's semi pro soccer team took a 3-0 decision over visiting Ft. Lauderdale.
7/17/2011
Album ID: 1287464
Photos by Randy Lefko
Mayor Elect Alvin Brown Around Town
5 photos
for sale
Jacksonville Mayor elect Alvin Brown during a visit to Woodland Acres elementary school Tuesday afternoon to look at the Communities in Schools program taking place there this summer.
6/28/2011
Album ID: 1276818
Photos by Bob Self
J.T. Townsend Update
4 photos
for sale
J.T. Townsend at his Regency area home. Townsend suffered a spinal injury playing football for Episcopal High School in 2004 but has battled on. He is a Senior at UNF and has his own foundation to help others with disabilities.
6/24/2011
Album ID: 1274391
Photos by Bob Self
River City Swim League: Timuquana vs. Flying Fish Swim team
10 albums
At Florida Yacht Club on Monday.
6/20/2011
Album ID: 1272091
Photos by Randy Lefko
Kim Kendall Gets River Tour
23 photos
for sale
State Representative candidate Kim Kendall, a Republican from St. Johns County, got a seminar ride from Captain Jay Winegeart, president of the St. Johns Bar Pilot Association, Monday morning. Winegeart took Kendall and First Coast area City Councilman Gavin Rollins on one of his Bar Pilot boats from its' Mayport based facility to Jaxport near Talleyrand and spoke about economic and environmental concerns dealing with improving Jacksonville's cargo ship business. Winegeart's Bar Pilot Association supervises all incoming and outgoing cargo ships into the downtown Jacksonville economy. Kendall was informed on dredging issues, improvement of the St. John's River shipping corridor and the future of the River with regard to other area ports, such as Savannah, Ga., Charleston, SC, and Ft. Lauderdale.
6/7/2011
Album ID: 1263439
Photos by Randy Lefko
Grant Presentation to Eight North Florida Community Gardens
12 photos
for sale
Community garden at Arlington's Tree Hill Nature Center hosts a grant ceremony for eight North Florida gardens as a part of Pepsi Refresh Community Gardens Initiative in partnership with the Jaguars Foundation, Baptist Health, Ferry-Morse Seeds, and Walmart/Sam's Club. In Jacksonville, Florida, on Thursday, June 2, 2011.
6/2/2011
Album ID: 1260553
Photos by April Sullivan
Dutton Island Preserve Atlantic Beach
2 albums
Dutton Island Preserve in Atlantic Beach offers a lot for free, and it's right outside our back door. Located off of Mayport road, Dutton Island has something for everyone. From Sunsets, to Fishing, Kayaking, Wild Wonders petting zoo, and camping. If you have not been there, it's worth the short trip to see the Wild Wonders Wildlife show. The next one is May 28th in the Pavilion.
5/15/2011
Album ID: 1248206
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
10th Annual Butterfly Festival at Tree Hill
5 albums
The 10th Annual Joseph A. Strasser Butterfly Festival was held at beautiful Tree Hill Nature Center on Saturday. Thousands of butterflies danced around and were entertained by folks young and old. The Dream Come True gang was on hand to help Eilish have her dream of releasing the butterflies. Were you spotted at the festival?
4/30/2011
Album ID: 1237677
Photos by Jim Messer
Beaches Opening Parade 2011
8 albums
The Beaches are officially open for summer! Jacksonville Beach, along with many participants thrilled crowds of thousands onlookers. There were Pirates, Ronald McDonald, school bands, police, fire engines, the famous Shriner's with their midget cars and clowns.
4/17/2011
Album ID: 1228769
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
16th Annual St. Johns River Cleanup
1 album
The 16th St. Johns River Celebration Annual Cleanup was held along the river throughout Jacksonville. Volunteers from Girl Scouts "Whispering Pines", Boy Scouts from pack 279, 887 and High school students gave their time on Saturday morning to help clean up at Timucuan Preserve and Ft. Caroline.
3/19/2011
Album ID: 1195679
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Fletcher vs. Atlantic Coast Lacrosse
6 albums
Fletcher and Atlantic Coast Ladies met at Atlantic Coast High for game of Lacrosse. This is Atlantic Coast's first year at Lacrosse and there was plenty of talent there. However, it was not enough to hold off Fletcher's Lady Senators with a 11-3 loss.
2/23/2011
Album ID: 1177054
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Gateway Conference Wrestling Tourney
15 albums
Fletcher High hosted the "Gateway Conference For Wrestling" on Saturday at Fletcher Gym, with a huge crowd of fans cheering on. Most of Duval County high schools participated. Semi finals were held Saturday morning. Winners from the morning session advanced to the finals Saturday night. Some of the schools that made it to the finals were Fletcher, Stanton, Raines, Terry Parker Andrew Jackson, Mandarin and many more. Emotions ran high from the crowd, coaches and wrestlers as macthes progressed towards end of the night.
1/30/2011
Album ID: 1161757
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Robert E. Lee Weightlifting Competition
5 albums
Atlantic Coast and Terry Parker Girl's weightlifting team came to Robert E. Lee High to meet The Lee's Girls in a weightlifting competition. High school lifting involves a mix of Olympic and powerlifting techniques.
1/26/2011
Album ID: 1159758
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
City Scramble Adventure Race
6 albums
The City Scramble along with O'Brothers Irish Pub, hosted the 1st annual City Scramble Adventure Run in Riverside this morning. Teams of two people each ran a total of 6 miles, It's getting to the end that's the hard part. Each team used a sheet of paper with clues that had to be figured out in order to make it to the next stop. At each stop, teams had to solve more clues and trivia's using phones or laptops with internet, digital cameras and maps. Time bonuses are giving for clues solved. Teams also had to accomplish assigned activities that involved each member. Race time is anywhere from 2 to 4 hours. City Scramble donated proceeds to Hope Haven. The next City Scramble race will be in St. Augustine November 19. Check out the fun teams had enduring this adventure race. Check out The City Scramble home page for race schedules Hope Haven
1/22/2011
Album ID: 1157236
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Sandalwood vs. Atlantic Coast Weightlifting
5 albums
Sandalwood girls weightlifting team visited Atlantic Coast varsity girls team for a weightlifting competition that consisted of Bench press and Clean and jerk. It was a close competition, but Atlantic coast girls won by one point. Check these young ladies out as competed with each other.
1/19/2011
Album ID: 1155398
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
2011 All Star Shrine Bowl High School Football
18 albums
With a final score of 29-27, the senior athletes from the South rose to the occasion and kept the North high school all stars in check for the remainder of the game after the initial score in the first quarter at the University of North Florida Hodges Stadium. Coached by Clay High School's Matt Toblin, senior athletes playing for the south represented Orange Park, St. Augustine, Clay, Creekside, Bartram Trail, Keystone Heights, Middleburg, Menendez, Fleming Island, Bradford, Palatka, Ponte Vedra, Matanzas, St. Johns Country Day and Ridgeview high schools. The North high schools included Raines, Mandarin, Forrest, First Coast, White, Trinity Christian, Yulee, Fletcher, Jackson, Englewood, Parker, Baldwin, Sandalwood, Wolfson, Eagle's View, Stanton, Ribault and Bishop Kenny, coached by Jackson's Quinn Gray.
1/16/2011
Album ID: 1152722
Photos by James Bowen and Tara Wildes
First Coast vs. Orange Park: Junior Varsity Basketball
3 albums
Orange Park High missed a game-tying shot with just four seconds to go before falling 42-40 to First Coast High in junior varsity action at Orange Park.
1/6/2011
Album ID: 1147056
Photos by Randy Lefko
Duval County SWAT Practices City Council Rules
3 albums
The Duval County SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco) team and members of the Duval County Department of Health got a hands-on look on the parliamentary procedures of the Jacksonville City Council complete with a visit to the council chambers and a chat with Mayor John Peyton's chief of staff Adam Hollingsworth. Students attending were from Southside Middle School, Paxon High School, Sandalwood High School, Englewood High School and the Jacksonville Job Corps. A state-wide government affairs consultant and social issues advocate, Matt Justice, gave the group a step-by-step, hands-on tutorial on parliamentary procedure according to Robert's Rules. The Tobacco Free Jacksonville coalition is attempting to inform local politicians on the dangers of candy-flavored tobacco products and the targeting of young children by the industry.
12/18/2010
Album ID: 1137843
Photos by Randy Lefko
FOP Christmas Party for Special Needs Children
9 albums
The Fraternal Order of Police and Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, hosted their annual Christmas party for Duval County School children with special needs. The children were served by police officers, a turkey lunch. They got to play in the police cars and on the motorcycles while waiting for Santa to arrive. When Santa showed up, not a child was in their seat. All stood and cheered for his entrance. They waited anxiously in line for their time to sit on Santa's lap and receive a toy from him. Many thanks to the Fraternal Order of Police and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office for giving these children a wonderful time.
12/15/2010
Album ID: 1135690
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Moes Southwest Grill Sunshine Classic Lacrosse 2011
1 album
Press Conference announces new sports excitement
Moes Southwest Grill Sunshine Classic Lacrosse 2011, Sunday, February 20, 2011, 12 PM Jacksonville University vs. Georgetown
Where: EverBank Field
12/14/2010
Album ID: 1135016
Photos by Tonya M. Austin-jacksonville.com
Providence vs. Trinity Region 1-1A Final High School Football
6 albums
In a triple overtime thriller, the Trinity Conquerors scored on a two-point conversion to win the Region 1-1A championship over the Providence Stallions. In this photo, Providence junior defensive back L.J. Griffen attempts to tackle Trinity running back Marvel Taylor in the 1-1A Regional final, played at Trinity Christian Academy on November 26, 2010. The state semi-final against Northview is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. December 10, 2010 at Trinity Christian Academy.
11/26/2010
Album ID: 1124398
Photos by Tara Wildes
Sandalwood vs Mandarin High School Football
5 albums
Despite scoring during their first possession of the game, the Mandarin Mustangs never saw the end zone again in the November 5, 2010 game against division rival Sandalwood; the Saints prevailed 30-7.
11/5/2010
Album ID: 1111979
Photos by Tara Wildes
Abess Park Literacy Celebration
2 albums
Abess Park Elementary held a "Literacy Parade" to help promote Reading. The whole school participated in the parade. Students dressed as their favorite book character. In the evening was literacy night. There was a play, pizza and parents received tips on how to keep kids interested in reading.
10/20/2010
Album ID: 1100256
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Parker vs. Fletcher
8 albums
Fletcher hosted Terry Parker. It seemed nothing Parker could do to stop Fletcher from running or passing to a win. Parker lost to Fltecher 6-35.
10/16/2010
Album ID: 1097764
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
The Human 5k Race
10 albums
The human race is rated as one of the most fun filled 5k and 1 mile runs in Jacksonville. Starting in the middle of the St. John's Town Center, the run benefited local and non profit agency/organizations adn Volunteers in Medicine Clinic.
10/9/2010
Album ID: 1093689
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Terry Parker vs. Atlantic Coast
5 albums
The Atlantic Coast Stingray defense held firm late in the fourth quarter against the Terry Parker Braves, sacking Parker quarterback Shealtiel Israel with less than two minutes to go in the game. The final score of 17-12 improved the record of Atlantic Coast Coach Kevin Sullivan to 3-2 thus far in the season. In this photo, Parker junior Chris Journet stretches out all of his 6'4" frame in an attempt to block a Stingray kick.
10/2/2010
Album ID: 1088363
Photos by James Bowen
Health and Community Resources Fair
124 photos
for sale
The Duval County Council on PTAs held a Health and Community Resources Fair at the Shultz Center in Jacksonville on Friday offering a variety of services and agenices represented ranging from the Tobacco Free Jacksonville Coalition, Nemours Children's Clinic, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, YMCA of Florida's First Coast, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, Girls , Inc, Hope Haven Children's Clinic and Family Center, etc. According to Laura Maloney, chair for the Health and Safety for DCC of PTAs, the gathering serves as a link to help schools provide awareness and knowledge of local youth and their families in regards to steps towards a healthy and safe life.
10/1/2010
Album ID: 1087628
Photos by Randy Lefko
Grace Lutheran vs. Bolles Middle School Volleyball
45 photos
for sale
Grace Lutheran School met the Bolles Lady Bulldogs in a middle school volleyball game on Tuesday, September 28, 2010. Bolles prevailed despite a tough defense by the ladies of Grace.
9/28/2010
Album ID: 1085775
Photos by James Bowen
Dog Days in the Park
4 albums
It was all about the Dogs, and maybe some cats. The Springfield Animal Care & Rescue Club hosted the 5th annual Dog Days in the park. It was fun for the whole family and the four legged members. There was food, Frisbee Dogs, vendors, live bands and JSO equestrian unit on hand for all to enjoy.
9/25/2010
Album ID: 1083878
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Terry Parker vs. Mandarin Varsity High School Football
5 albums
The defense of the Mandarin Mustangs were able to keep the Terry Parker Braves to two scoring opportunities, with the final score of 35-12. Melvin Williams accounted for a couple of the Mandarin scores, with running back Ben Lampley also gaining significant yardage taking handoffs from Mustang quarterback Brandon Luke. In this photo, Mandarin DL Terez Owens puts the stop on Terry Parker's RB Maurice Johnson.
9/17/2010
Album ID: 1078660
Photos by Tara Wildes
Bob Hans Cross Country Invitational
4 albums
Held at Ridgeview High School, the Bob Hans Cross Country Invitational opened put the cross country season for local high schoolers.
9/11/2010
Album ID: 1074204
Photos by Randy Lefko
Red Jumpsuit Apparatus at the Landing
8 albums
X102.9 and the Landing presented alternative music bands "His Name was Iron" and "Hello Danger". Then, center stage came, "The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus" band. The band formed in 2001 at Middleburg High School. Since then, they have produced albums such as "Don't You Fake It", Lonely Road and their newest album "Hell or High Water" which will be released on August 24th. The full length album will be out in early 2011.
8/22/2010
Album ID: 1061907
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Tour De Pain 2010 Beach Run
9 albums
Friday night was the kick off for "The Tour De Pain", the first of a series of three runs. First, 4 miles on the beach, then Saturday morning is 5km at 1st place sports and finally 1 mile at the landing Saturday night. These galleries consist of athletes running near the half way point on Friday night's beach run.
8/14/2010
Album ID: 1057920
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
First Coast Beach Volleyball Association
3 albums
First Coast Beach Volleyball Association hosted UNF summer spike #3. Competitors endured extreme hot weather and lots of sand to play for the win. For more infomation go to http://www.fcva1.com
7/31/2010
Album ID: 1050139
Photos by Karl Schweinfurth
Rosco Caine at Cliff's
3 albums
The Roscoe Caine Band rocked a packed house at Cliff's Bar located at 3033 Monument Rd., the intersection of Cobblestone Parkway and Monument road. Michael Anderberg, a Jacksonville Guitar builder, bought in a few of his custom Guitars for the band to play. Each Anderberg Guitar is made by hand and is built for beauty and performance. Cliff's was packed, the Band was hot and there was a host of Jacksonville's finest Musicians on hand that joined Rosco Caine on-stage. To find out more about Anderberg Guitars visit the website Anderberg Guitars.com and visit Cliff's for a rocking good time.
7/17/2010
Album ID: 1042485
Photos by Bobby King
Run for Emilee
100 photos
The Smoking Beaver hosted a run in honor of six-year-old Emilee Petteway, who fell victim to Leukemia. Sidnee Feagle, Emilee’s best friend has a quest to raise one million dollars for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society to help fight the disease that took her friend. This past Saturday marked the first annual Poker Run for Emilee which was hosted at the Smoking Beaver, 5683 Arlington Road. There were over 60 participating riders, raffle drawings, auctions, a dunking booth and hair donations from Sydney, Jen Wewer, Sydney's dad Billy, Howard Barry III and many others -- all benefiting Wigs 4 Kids. At the end of the day Sidney was $2,200.00 closer to her goal. For more information and how you can help, contact the staff at the Smoking Beaver or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
6/20/2010
Album ID: 1027798
Photos by Bobby King
Portrait Workshop
6 albums
The Portrait Society of America in conjunction with UNF sponsored a two-day event held in UNF's Fine Art Center on November 12th & 13th 2009 that featured a demonstration by Jacksonville's world renowned portraitist Ann Manry Kenyon. The event was attended by more than eighty artist that traveled from throughout the Southeast. On the second day Ms. Kenyon along with Tallahassee painter-sculptor Edward Jonas and UNF professor of art Kyle Keith conducted a workshop. Click on these links to visit the websites to learn & see more:
Ann Manry Kenyon ;
Edward Jonas ;
Kyle R. Keith ;
Portrait Society of America
11/15/2009
Album ID: 889606
Photos by Allen Chester
Mandarin v. Terry Parker
6 albums
Despite three touchdown runs by Parker senior Antonio Baker, the Mustangs were able to stampede in the second half to pull ahead of the Braves 45-27.
The first annual Kids Win Fishing Tournament was held September 19 2009 at Browns Creek Fish Camp on Heckscher Drive and was open to ages 4 through 16. Winners in the two age groups 4 through 10 and 11 through 16 received trophies, cash and prizes. It was a day of fun for everyone and a huge success with over 100 families entering the contest. Next years date is already set, September 18 2010.
For more information call 904-757-1600
9/20/2009
Album ID: 841108
Photos by Allen Chester
Highwaymen Florida Art Exhibit
35 photos
for sale
The Highwaymen sold their Florida landscape paintings door-to-door and alongside the highways from the trunks of their cars from the mid-50s up through the 80s. View some of their work in this gallery of photos from The Tony and Ricke Ricciardelli Collection that is being displayed at The Thrasher-Horne Center For The Arts in the Lee Adams Florida Artist Gallery now through December 18th. Thrasher-Horne is located in Orange Park at 283 College Drive. For more information call 904-276-6750.
9/20/2009
Album ID: 841241
Photos by Allen Chester
Fur Ball Gala
6 albums
The Jacksonville Humane Society’s 10th annual Fur Ball Gala sponsored by David Pepper and Amelia Duddington was one of the most anticipated social events of the year. This year’s black tie affair themed “A Night at the Acropolis” was sold out and featured fine dinning, silent auctions, creative costumes, entertainment and awards. To learm more about the Humane Society visit their website: Jaxhumane.org
