Author: Mike Kaufmann

Mike is a native First Coaster and was a leading figure in surfing and skateboarding for most of his life. After promoting music for many years on the local music scene, Mike now brings a unique perspective to FirstCoast.Life as a contributing writer.

Joey Romer

Joey Romer. I grew up in Jacksonville Beach and for the past 42 years have been in law enforcement as a deputy with the St.

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Curtis Winter

Curtis Winter, was born and raised here on the First Coast. Working for Milestone Brands now and getting people familiar with our Empress 1908 gin

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Tim Kline

What’s your name and what fills your time?  Tim Kline. I grew up in Neptune Beach, going to Neptune Beach Elementary and Fletcher Middle School

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Frank Tappin

What’s your name and what fills your time? Frank Tappin. I moved to the beaches in 1974. I’m a carpenter/handyman. I was the scoutmaster at

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Pat Copeman

Pat Copeman was born and raised in Jacksonville Florida and has resided at the First Coast beaches for the past 37 years. He’s a father

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Matthew Newell

What’s your name and what fills your time? Matthew Newell is my name. I am a Jax Beach Native. I spend my days working remotely

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Robert Brovont

What’s your name and what fills your time? Robert Brovont is my name. I have a 11-year-old daughter and I am a single father (widowed)

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