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.

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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Chris Hoffman

What’s your name and what fills your time? Chris Hoffman. So I go by Chris but anyone who knew me growing up calls me Chrissy!

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Cindy Davenport

What’s your name and what fills your time? Cindy Davenport Singer songwriter manager for my band Highway Jones. Counselor. Mom. Sister. Friend. I grew up

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Mason Seay

What’s your name and what fills your time? Mason Seay. Full time Dad / Husband Part time Director Producer for NBC Sports – NBC Olympics

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Scott Wiley

Scott Wiley is my name, I’m 78 years old. My family moved to Neptune Beach from High Point, North Carolina, in 1956. I attended Atlantic

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