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2025 NFL Draft First-Round IDP Recap

Kyle Bellefeuil looks at some winners and losers for your IDP fantasy leagues after the NFL draft's first round concluded.

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2025 NFL Mock Draft by Alfredo Brown

NFL Mock Draft: Alfredo Brown reveals his Mock Draft 2.0 for 2025 with the NFL Draft less than a month away.

Jacksonville Jaguars

A consensus is forming within the Jaguars mock draft universe. With the fifth pick, there are a number of options on the board and most have sprung for Michigan's Mason Graham. The Dallas Cowboys ...

Could the Chargers Add a Cornerback in the 2025 NFL Draft?

CBS Sports draft analyst Chris Trapasso broke down the cornerback prospects and explained why the class is filled with interesting depth

HBCU Beach Day organizers decry Jacksonville permit denial

Organizers of the third annual HBCU Beach Day have announced that their event has been denied a permit by Jacksonville.

O-Zone: Good stock

When you start there and that's the floor of the conversations, you feel so good about where it's going to go. Because it's honest, you can feel it from him. He's hungry, though. I would say that for sure.

How climate change is impacting golf in Florida

For Florida, the state with the most golf courses in the United States, rising summer temperatures are forcing changes to the way the game is played.

Broncos Criticized for Signing ‘Obsolete’ $74 Million Tight End

ESPN's Ben Solak was critical of the Denver Broncos for signing free agent tight end and 2-time Pro Bowler Evan Engram.

Custom Bottle Labels: Elevating Your Product's Appeal

A well-crafted label with clear, high-quality design speaks volumes.

Does AI Trader Outperform Human Traders In The Long Run?

Does AI trader outperform human trader in the long run?

Tony Boselli Reflects on His New Role with the Jaguars in 'EVPodcast' Debut

Jaguars Executive Vice President of Football Operations Tony Boselli joined senior writer John Oehser for this first episode of the “EVPodcast,” saying of the position he has held for a little more th

Citizens Property Insurance to move headquarters out of downtown Jacksonville to the Southside

After drawing seven bids from its invitation to negotiate for “turn-key” office space in Jacksonvill Corp. has selected a property in South Jacksonville, News4JAX’s news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record reported.

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. selects new headquarters space out of Downtown

On Jan. 31, the Downtown Investment Authority approved a proposal to offer 10% discounted parking in the Water Street Garage to help keep Citizens Downtown.

Study shows Jacksonville emerged as top tourist destination in 2024

Jacksonville is rapidly gaining recognition as a popular tourist destination, with many visitors expressing a strong desire to return to the River City.

Citizens Property Insurance says it will move from downtown Jacksonville to suburbs

Citizen's Property Insurance's six-month journey on deciding whether it will stay or go from downtown Jacksonville ended Friday. It's going in 2026.

Official: Mitch Morse Announces NFL Retirement

C Mitch Morse on Thursday announced his retirement from the NFL after 10 seasons; he started 17 regular-season games for the Jaguars in 2024 after signing as a free agent in the 2024 offseason

Lions free agency preview: OL needs hang on decision to re-sign veteran starter

The veteran guard should be the team’s top free-agent priority on the offensive side of the ball. Zeitler, Graham Glasgow and Christian Mahagony would give the Lions three viable options to pick from on the inside. Glasgow has one year left on his deal. Mahogany impressed in two starts as a rookie.

Strong winds are battering the region as the cold front passes. Why the ocean looks calm despite the Gale Warning

Strong winds typically are the result of severe storms but this time the rain on Wednesday moved through without any severe weather, yet the aftermath has left windy weather in the wake of a cold front.

NFL draft Jacksonville Jaguars profile: Meet Penn State's Abdul Carter, possible first pick

The Times-Union will profile several potential Jacksonville Jaguars first-round picks leading up to the draft.

Former Jacksonville funeral home director accused of abandoning bodies in mortuary will be back in court Thursday

A former Jacksonville funeral home director accused of abandoning a mortuary with bodies inside and misusing funds will be back in court Thursday after pleading not guilty last year to nine counts of funeral fraud and one charge of organized fraud.

O-Zone: Many thanks

Assuming Jaguars Happy Hour or whatever takes its place retains J.P. Shadrick and Pete Prisco, my top choices for who to sit opposite Prisco are as follows, in order: David Garrard, Maurice Jones-Drew, Rashean Mathis, Marcedes Lewis (if he finally hangs up his cleats).

TWENTYMAN: 10 free agents that could interest Lions

Joseph and Brian Branch are the starters at safety for the Lions in 2025, but if Ifeatu Melifonwu isn't re-signed, they are a little short on depth there. Hufanga was an All-Pro in 2022 but has struggled through injuries the last two seasons. He could be a nice box-safety option and provide some depth at the position overall.

Former Commanders kicker lands long-term deal with Packers

McManus was in the news again on Tuesday. The former Commanders kicker, Tuesday, signed a three-year deal with the Green Bay Packers.

Duval County School Board postpones vote on policy revision regarding teacher-student fraternization

The Duval County School Board discussed policy revisions to the Chapter 6 board policy Tuesday night. Ultimately they decided to postpone the vote to discuss two similar policies together.

New Southern-style buffet opens in Jacksonville. And more are on the way. Here's a preview

A Georgia all-you-can-eat buffet known for its steak and seafood specials is opening its first Jacksonville restaurant. And more are on the way.

Execs mock 2025 NFL Draft’s top 10: Shedeur Sanders’ shifting stock, and a mystery third QB

Some see Sanders sliding, but would the Browns really pass on him? Meanwhile, one exec predicted the Jets would draft QB3 at No. 7.

Jacksonville man arrested for alleged felony DWI, resisting

A Jacksonville man was arrested Monday morning on a felony count of driving while intoxicated, allegedly his sixth offense, and multiple other charges following a traffic stop by Hot Springs police.

New nonstop flight from Jacksonville to Toronto still set to start despite trade war

Air Canada is preparing for softening demand for flights to U.S. cities but it hasn't backed off plans for new nonstop service to Jacksonville in May.

Packers, kicker Brandon McManus agree to 3-year deal: AP source

The Packers and kicker Brandon McManus have agreed to to a new contract. A source said it's a three-year, $15.3-million deal with a $5 million signing bonus.

Meeting some of the unique wildlife at the Jacksonville Zoo

At the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, visitors will be able to meet Herman the prehensile-tailed skink, and Goober, the Aldabra tortoise.

Naval Hospital Jacksonville cuts emergency room hours in half due to ‘temporary staffing issues’

Significant social media backlash happened after the Naval Hospital Jacksonville at NAS Jax announced in a post to Facebook that emergency room hours would be cut in half -- from being open 24-7 to operating 6 a.

Keys marine sanctuary among offices DOGE plans to shutter around South Florida

The Key Largo office was listed among those set to have leases terminated, along with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's Doral office, the National Park Service's Homestead office and others.

‘It’s about caring’: Community leader advocates for increased funding to combat homelessness

A passionate community leader is pushing for increased funding to support the homeless, or as he calls them, “shelter-challenged citizens,” in America. John Wyche said on his birthday that he realized the need for action.

Jacksonville officials attempt to address downtown shooting at Sulzbacher Center in January

A shooting outside the Sulzbacher Center in downtown Jacksonville this past January is prompting a big change at the East Adams Street facility. The shooting left a man with critical injuries, and as a result,