First Coast Life
An online magazine that celebrates the region’s arts, local businesses, philanthropy, lifestyle, and community.
Creating Connections In NE Florida
The First Coast is more than just a place on the map, it’s a feeling of belonging and endless possibilities. Together, let’s explore the untold stories, share our passions, and create a close-knit community that celebrates the beauty of this extraordinary region.
Let’s make a difference, one image, one story at a time!
FCL strives to connect area “First Coasters” to amazing artists, photographers, writers, musicians, local businesses,
and most of all – each other! One story at a time.
Updated weekly to over 25K enthusiastic First Coasters with stunning photography and inspirational stories that bring us all a little closer.
First Coast Life is a photographic magazine chronicling the people and places that make Jacksonville so unique.
“The Story Behind The Story”
Photo of the Week
First Coast Life Art Poster
Glenn Shuck Photographer
Introducing First Coast Life’s latest offering: a stunning “Art Poster” that combines artistic excellence with affordability. Our mission is to make high-quality art accessible to everyone, and this new poster exemplifies our commitment to delivering premium art products at prices that won’t break the bank. 3 sizes available.
Limited quantities as we introduce a new art poster every week
Local Photographers
2023 Wavemaster Polar Plunge Jacksonville Beach
The Recent Good Vibes Stuff
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RANDOM STORIES
WE ARE HIRING
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Come Join Our Team!
"Find the good. It’s all around you. Find it, showcase it and you’ll start believing in it."
Calling All Creatives
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Graphics Designers
Photographers
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Meet The Latest Amazing Locals
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RANDOM SPOTLIGHTS
The 4th Annual VyStar Emerald Trail 5K and 10K presented by JTC Running and 1st Place Sports will take runners, walkers and cyclists along the Northbank Riverwalk to Riverside Arts Market. 10K participants will continue over the new Shared Use Path (SUP) to San Marco. All proceeds from this event benefit Groundwork Jacksonville, the City’s nonprofit partner in building the Emerald Trail and restoring McCoys Creek and Hogans Creek.
Moringa John is committed to raising awareness about the medicinal and nutritional properties of moringa to Historic Moncrief Springs. This 2 hour program includes gardening demos, guidelines for successfully growing moringa plants in Florida and a chance to win a moringa plant for your home. Don’t miss it!
*All participants will receive ginger and green tea infused moringa lemonade and a sample of organic powdered moringa to take home
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Welcome to First Coast Life, where every day is a new opportunity to discover something extraordinary. From stunning sunsets to heartwarming community stories, this website is your window to the magic that surrounds us. Let’s celebrate life together!
It’s been said, that “a great cup of coffee connects people, starts conversations, and creates community” … and that’s our goal with this website!
And stop by our store too, and get some cool swag to “Boast Our Coast.” … and Be a First Coaster!
Glenn Shuck Publisher
Good quality, inspirational and entertaining. Great job empowering folks that have steeped in our beaches! Worked, lived, and loved all that Jacksonville has to offer. See you all out and about!!
