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Get to know the faces, the spaces, and the local soul of our beach communities.
Amelia Island · Atlantic Beach · St. Augustine · and Everything In Between
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
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A Pink and Purple Sunrise at the Jax Beach Pier
Johnny Pop Brown – Sliders Oyster Shucker Extraordinaire!
Johnny Pop Brown My name is Jonathan Alan Brown, but most call me Johnny Brown or Johnny Pop, along with
The Annie Dukes – PorchFest 2024
Annie Dukes bring a Grunge/Rock sound to Jax PorchFest on November 9, 2024. Tell us in what part of the
Paul Wane – Makin Dreams a Reality
Paul Wane is a native Texan who hit Florida by storm with his self taught musical style. As the proud front man for Duval County Line and creator of Guitars for Kids he has established himself as a community leader. His drive to succeed is only surpassed by his desire to share music across generations.
Meet Photographer Robert Dunn
Coastal Visions Quick IntroI have lived on North Beach for over 30 years. I spend my time surfing, adventure motorcycle
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Following The Coffee Trail – Le Petit Paris (Mandarin)
Winter is slowly melting away, even while the occasional cold front comes
Fight for a Cause – Cops vs. Firefighters
The atmosphere was electric at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre as the St.
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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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