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1 week ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla – This year alone, an estimated 2 million people will hear the words “you have cancer”—and more than 600,000 will lose their battle. But for Richard Reyes, a stage four colorectal cancer survivor, hope didn’t just help him survive. It gave him a new purpose—and a new voice. Reyes will share his powerful story this weekend at Relay For Life of the First Coast, hosted by the American Cancer Society.
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4 weeks ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Jacqueline Lee |Melanie Lawson Anchor
Published: March 26, 2025 at 7:12 AMTags: nonprofit, community, Jacksonville, Foster Closet, Thrift Store, Morning ShowJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Foster Closet, a local nonprofit, continues to be a beacon of hope for foster children. As they face significant funding cuts, the community’s support is more important than ever.
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1 month ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Jacqueline Lee |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’re ready to run for a good cause and earn a sweet treat, you’re in luck because the Clarke Ice Cream Run is Saturday morning. All of the money raised from the event will support the work happening at Clarke Schools for Hearing and Speech. Clarke helps children who are hard of hearing or deaf to listen and speak.
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1 month ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Teen Challenge, recently received the Positively JAX award for its outstanding work in the lives of people affected by addiction. In a candid conversation, Southeast region director Zac Stokes shared insights into the transformative journey offered by Teen Challenge, a faith-based discipleship program dedicated to helping adult men overcome life-controlling issues, primarily substance abuse.
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2 months ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
Published: February 5, 2025 at 6:33 AMTags: Morning Show, powerschool, cybersecurity, st johns countySign up for our NewslettersPublished: February 5, 2025 at 6:33 AMTags: Morning Show, powerschool, cybersecurity, st johns countySTJOHNS COUNTY, Fla – In a recent cybersecurity incident, PowerSchool, a global provider of educational software and services, experienced unauthorized access to personal information within its Student Information System (SIS) environments.
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2 months ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Did you know almost 1 in 4 adults abandon their New Year’s resolutions within the first week, according to a recent Forbes survey? By February, nearly half of us have given up altogether. Unsurprisingly, “working out more” consistently tops the list of failed resolutions. The good news? It doesn’t have to be this way. Nemiah Rutledge, owner and founder of Body Paradox, is here to help you beat the statistics with simple, realistic fitness strategies.
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2 months ago | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
Published: January 29, 2025 at 1:09 PMTags: Morning Show, douglas anderson, Education, Community, Positively JaxJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Douglas Anderson School of the Arts is hosting its 38th Annual Extravaganza! This exciting event will take place on Feb. 1 at the renowned Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts Moran Theatre in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. This year’s theme, Reverie, promises to transport you into a world of creativity and inspiration.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – City leaders and local groups, including the NAACP and Urban League sat down Friday morning for a joint breakfast honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.The event began at 7 a.m. at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. RELATED: Thousands attend Jacksonville’s Martin Luther King Jr. Unity BreakfastThis year’s program featured a keynote address by Jonathan Eig, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “King: A Life.” Eig had a fireside chat with Isaiah M.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla – The stage is set for an exciting clash with a local football team. Next week, the Raines High School football team will battle Miami Northwestern in the 3A state title game at the iconic Pitbull Stadium in Miami. This matchup promises to be a thrilling showdown as Raines (13-0), the Region 1-3A champions and the top seed in the state, looks to claim the coveted state championship. Raines has had a remarkable season, remaining undefeated and earning the top spot in the state.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
news4jax.com | Melanie Lawson |Melanie Lawson Anchor
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It’s an annual tradition on The Morning Show: We make a Thanksgiving dinner from beginning to end live throughout the morning. So join us for all the fun on Tuesday!We’ll start at 5:30 a.m. getting the turkey in the oven, adding all your favorite sides along the way. All morning, acclaimed chef and award-winning caterer Chef Jeff Johnson with 3J’s Catering will join us with tips and tricks to help you dish up some favorites at your dinner table.
