The Commish
Tim Finchem and the global empire that is the PGA Tour Taken from the April 2012 issue of 904 Magazine. “As long as our team here is comfortable with my leadership, then I will most likely be open to staying. But those are big ifs.” Back in January, PGA Tour Commissioner Tim Finchem was quoted [...]
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Getting to know… Dalton Cyr
Age is nothing by a number for one up-and-coming musician. by Natalie Wearstler • photo by Agnes Lopez • From the January 2013 issue of Jacksonville Magazine Little boys have strapped on guitars and dreamt of musical stardom since rock music first hit the airwaves. However, most kids never book a gig outside of their [...]
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Paint the Town
Downtown murals are adding visual pop to the skyline. Downtown may be known for its signature skyline and colorful bridges, but Downtown Vision Inc. wants to create an even brighter picture when it comes to the heart of the city.DVI, a nonprofit dedicated to the building and beautification of our central core, commissioned local artist Shaun Thurston [...]
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The Fuss Over Gus
New Jags coach brings a new attitude. by Joash Brunet • photos by Agnes Lopez If Gus Bradley is feeling any strain from carrying the burden of resuscitating a moribund NFL franchise, he certainly doesn’t show it. Coming off his first minicamp as Jaguars Head Coach, Bradley is exuberant, upbeat and brimming with an infectious confidence [...]
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Island Life
Springtime is Prime Season to Enjoy Amelia Brimming with natural beauty, an abundance of colorful history and stretches of sandy shores, AMELIA ISLAND has long been a go-to beach getaway for North Florida residents and visitors. Warm summer days can be spent outside on the water, followed by a waterfront dinner and stroll through downtown Fernandina Beach [...]
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Michael Played Here
When “Air” Jordan came to Wolfson Park In May of 1994, the city of Jacksonville was treated to a bizarre occurrence at Samuel W. Wolfson Baseball Park. That month, Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest basketball player of all time, would play the first of three games in Duval against the Jacksonville Suns as a member [...]
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Pet of the Week
This year, Jax Mag introduces a new feature to our website: Pet of the Week. We are seeking nominations from our many pet-loving readers. To nominate your favorite furry friend (or feathered, scaly, whatever) send us an email at Mail@jacksonvillemag.com. Use the sample posted here as your guide to what we’re looking for. And please include [...]
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Peace & Relaxation
Local spa services provide comfort for mind, body and wallet There is nothing like the feeling of stretching out face-down on a comfortable mattress as someone gently kneads the tension out of your muscles. The sheer strain of a stressful day and a long commute simply melts away in the hands of a quality spa [...]
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Amusing Allusions
Color & Texture Inspiration for Spring 2012 Photo + Styling: Natalie McCray Hair Colorist: Carol King Makeup + Hair: Micah Brown Model: Tyler Hill
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Cheers from Bourbon Alley!
For one realtor, the journey to making his house a home is just one chapter of a whiskey-fueled historic tale. To folks who know Jeff Staggs, it comes as no surprise that he would end up owning a home on Bourbon Alley. Staggs himself is unlike many Avondale residents. While some homeowners in the renowned [...]
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Sweet Surprise
Cinnamon Pumpkin Stuffed French Toast from TPC Sawgrass • From the April 2012 Jacksonville Magazine
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MMM, MMM, GOOD
If you didn’t know the location of The Good Food Company, you could easily drive right past it. Once guests are in the door, though, it seems that executive chef Millard Cooley has a handle on what it takes to keep them coming back. The dining room is warm and inviting, with dark brown hues [...]
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Charitable Events Registry
Jacksonville Magazine’s 2012 Charitable Events Registry A compilation that highlights nearly 100 local events devoted to raising money for good causes. Behind every listing, there are dozens of people and hundreds of hours focused on making our city and region a better place to live. Keeping our readers in touch with the city’s non-profit community [...]
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Yes He Khan
YES HE KAHN How does a kid from Lahore, Pakistan, grow up to one day pay cash for an NFL franchise in the Deep South? It’s your typical rags-to-riches story, really, though perhaps spiced with a bit more cardamom and cumin than usual • Kid moves to the U.S., Gets job washing dishes. Studies engineering [...]
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