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May 6, 2026 5:54 pm

Beautiful Imagery & Inspirational Stories

If you love this place and the people who make it special, welcome home. It’s a party, man.

Join photographer Glenn Shuck as he shares his perspective through Glenn’s Lens and celebrates the creative First Coasters making a difference – from Amelia Island to St. Augustine

May 6, 2026 5:54 pm

Stories & Articles

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Photographer Heatherley Bloom Doan
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Nature – Pelican Gets a Meal

Photographer: Craig Oneal
Location: Guana Reserve

Low Tide at the Pier

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Lightning In The Morning

Photographer: Tom Schifanella
Location: Atlantic Beach

Working Boat Pushing Down the San Pablo River

Photographer: Larry Strickland
Location: Jacksonville

Sunset Over Jax Beach

Photographer: Conor Cregan

Just the Two of Us

Photographer: Vimaris Arroyo

Fridays Walk

Photographer: John Tesh

Seashell 🐚 Sunrise

Photographer: Jason Calhoun

Morning Surf

Photographer: David Venier

Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series: Gladys Knight

Photographer: Fran Ruchalski
Location: Fort Mose

Up for Air

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Mayport

Eagle on the Dune

Photographer: Saul Freiden
Location: Huguenot Park

2023 Wavemaster Polar Plunge Jax Beach

Photographer: Christopher Stone

Storm’s A Coming

Photographer: Glenn Shuck
Location: Tideviews

Show off!

Photographer: Mike Monlezun
Location: Hanna Park
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Community Events

Our favorite art markets, fun things to do, live music, & more ...

Dejah Symone – PorchFest 2024

Dejah Symone was named “The Future of R&B and Soul” by music blogger Caysonic™. Local genre-bending R&B artist and producer Dejah Symone captivates listeners with her sultry vocal delivery and poetic storytelling, weaving her signature sonic soundscapes that explore modern R&B.

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The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market

The Freshest Farmers Market Every Friday

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Cutest little coffee shop at the beach.

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Jacksonville's favorite breakfast sandwiches

Vanessa Kromer | Luxury Travel Agent

Luxury Travel, Perfected.

The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market

The Freshest Farmers Market Every Friday

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Barkside Grooming and Spa

1985 Coffee & Events

Cutest little coffee shop at the beach.

Eggboy

Jacksonville’s favorite breakfast sandwiches

Vanessa Kromer | Luxury Travel Agent

Luxury Travel, Perfected.

Tap Simple Credit Card Processing

We help small businesses increase profit!

Awe Yesh Shrimp Company

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Liberty Bail Bonds

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Secure One Protection Services

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Jacksonville Beach Bait & Tackle

Local Bait & Tackle shop offering Live & Dead bait, Tackle, Ice, and coming soon Beer, Wine and more!

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Unique Abstract Musician Paintings

Beachside Pressure Washing

Professional Pressure Washing Services

Eleven Dishes

Let us help you make the perfect meal!

Embassy Barber Shop Neptune Beach

Embassy Barber Shop in Neptune Beach has been serving the beaches since 1995.

Black Belt Studio – BJJ

Black Belt Studio BJJ fosters training in the most effective practice of self-defense: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

First Coast Comedy

We do funny.

Creative Designs Of Jax

Here at Creative Designs we offer YOU a place to create the space of your dreams!
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Beach Diner

Voted Jax’s #1 Diner

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor – Oil Painting

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Nature By Ronnie

Fine Artist & Instructor - Oil Painting

Atlantic Beach Arts Market

Over 90 Artists On Display

Glenn Shuck Photography

A Jacksonville Florida Lifestyle Photographer Capturing First Coast Life

Sliders Oyster Bar

Every Plate Has A Story

Safe Harbor Seafood

From the boat to your plate

Beach Diner

Voted Jax's #1 Diner

Crafting Community Connections.
One Story at a Time.

WHAT’S YOUR STORY?

At First Coast Life, we don’t just promote local creatives & businesses – we catapult them into the heart of our community through visual storytelling.

2026 Message From Our Publisher ...

Thanks for stopping in! After five+ years of celebrating First Coast creatives, FirstCoast.Life is evolving. We’re still your guide to the people, places, and experiences that make our region special – but now, I’m joining the conversation I’ve been curating.

Think of it as a coastal variety show. I’m the host, but you’re still the stars. Through my weekly “Glenn’s Lens,” I’ll be sharing a mix of light humor and old-soul wisdom – from Dave Barry-style observations of beach parking chaos to quiet meditations on the morning tide.

Most importantly, I’m using this lens to spotlight the heart of our community. Whether we’re featuring local photographers or honoring the “nicest people” in the neighborhood, these pages reflect both my view and our collective First Coast spirit.

Whether you’re a native or a newcomer, welcome to the 2026 edition of your community hub. It’s the same celebration of everything good here, just with a bit more personality.

 

Glenn Shuck – Publisher & Photographer
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