Alter Egos
WJXT-TV Channel 4 viewers are familiar with news anchors/reporters Melanie Lawson and Staci Spanos. Both have been part of the station’s Morning Show roster for years. Viewers may not realize that beneath their professional exteriors beat the hearts of a diva and hard rocker. A few months ago, photographer Steve Janowicz made Lawson and Spanos an [...]
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Happy Tails
Ask any pet owner about the benefits of animal companions and you’ll hear myriad answers. For parents, a family cat teaches children the basics of responsibility. A trusty dog can give peace of mind to an elderly couple. Even a simple fish can bring happiness to a new college student. And you could easily find [...]
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The Dog Days of Summer
Photograpy by King Paul It all started two years ago on Christmas morning. At eight weeks old, the toy yorkie that Jacksonville Magazine Cover Model Search winner Angie Ortiz found under the tree was small enough to fit in her hands. From that day forward, wherever Angie went, Ava followed. Though Angie takes her pup [...]
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St. Augustine Predicament
Prologue The plot seemed simple enough. Steve and Liz Berry decided to move from St. Marys, where they’d lived for decades, to St. Augustine, a town the couple had grown to love, and needed to find a new home.Liz was pretty specific about what she was looking for: a house in a neighborhood. Since their [...]
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Charitable Register
Now in its ninth year, Jacksonville Magazine’s Charitable Register is a highly awaited annual resource for readers looking to give back to the community. The extensive list provides our readers with general information on numerous charities in Northeast Florida including volunteer opportunities and fundraisers.Thanks to our sponsors who have helped us create this list—their support makes [...]
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The Review – August 2011
Island Vibe Nippers Beach Grille brings a tropical flair to Jax Beach Chef Kenny Gilbert’s emphasis on ambiance is clear from the second you arrive at Nippers Beach Grille. A complimentary valet will handle the task of finding a parking spot, and live music provides an energetic atmosphere on the back patio just a few [...]
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On The Side – Mashed Potatoes & Spinach
Sam’s Mashed Potatoes Ingredients: 5 lbs. red potatoes 2 sticks butter, room temperature 1 qt. heavy cream 1 tbsp. kosher salt Procedure: 1. Wash potatoes and place them in a large pot of cold water with half of the salt. 2. Bring the potatoes to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender (about 45 [...]
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