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Ascension investigating 'cyber security event,' determining if sensitive information affected
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Clinical operations were disrupted at Ascension after "a cyber security event" Wednesday, according to the hospital system. It's unclear whether Jacksonville area patients are affected. According to Ascension, some access and clinical operations were impacted. They have alerted authorities and contacted cybersecurity firm Mandiant to help...
Massive barge deploys to make way for artificial reef off Jacksonville’s inlet
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 175-foot barge was deployed in Duval County Wednesday morning to make its way toward Harm’s Ledge to create the “Ripper Reef.”. The vessel made a 28-mile journey to Harm’s Ledge, which is a pre-permitted reef site known to attract flounder, snapper, gag grouper, black sea bass and other species.
Free concert set for Mother’s Day
The final concert of Beaches Fine Arts Series’ 51st Season brings Emilio Solla and Tributango as a special Mother’s Day concert on May 12. The free concert will start at 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Doors open at 3:15 p.m. and seating is first come, first served. A reception follows with an art exhibit by Kim Collier.
Kristin Rehler named special agent in charge of FBI Jacksonville Office
FBI Director Christopher Wray named Kristin Rehler as the special agent in charge of the FBI Jacksonville Field Office. She succeeds Special Agent in Charge Sherri Onks, who retired. Rehler most recently served in the Inspection Division at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C., according to a news release. Rehler joined...
Portuguese Man O’ Wars: Steer clear of animal on Duval, St. Johns County beaches, officials say
They may look bright and pretty, but don’t go near them. They’re Portuguese Man O’ Wars and they’re washing ashore from St. Johns County to Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach.
Florida women complete record-breaking journey from Jacksonville to Key West in motorized toy cars
Their remarkable journey, spanning a staggering 500 miles from Jacksonville to Key West, concluded on Saturday, marking a historic milestone in unconventional travel.
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