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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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Kevin Hogencamp – COAB
Kevin Hogencamp was a writer for the Florida Times Union before coming to the City Of Atlantic Beach were he works hard to keep the quality of life as good as posible, not only for AB residents, but for our entire community.
The Old Jail, 300 E. Bay
I worked for HUD after our first son, Michael was born. Hah! A whopping $620 a month. I supplemented my
Wild and Crazy Tiger Lily Living Her Best Life
Owner: Cameren Cloutier How old are you and where do you live on the First Coast? I am one and
Meet St. Augustine Photographer Ashton Ryan of ALR Imagery
Hello Ashton, so nice to meet you. Tell us in what part of the First Coast do you reside in
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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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