In Atlantic Beach, Charlie Snyder and His ’61 Bug Are a Big Deal
Charley has owned the same 1961 Volkswagen Type 15 Cabriolet for 53 years.
Meet the everyday heroes and dedicated individuals who form the backbone of our First Coast community. From courageous first responders and inspiring teachers to innovative business owners and beyond, our Local Heroes spotlight shines a light on the diverse faces and inspiring stories that make Jacksonville a truly special place to call home.
Meet the everyday heroes and dedicated individuals who form the backbone of our First Coast community. From courageous first responders and inspiring teachers to innovative business owners and beyond, our Local Heroes spotlight shines a light on the diverse faces and inspiring stories that make Jacksonville a truly special place to call home.
Charley has owned the same 1961 Volkswagen Type 15 Cabriolet for 53 years.
One Jacksonville Beach native has had the privilege of not only seeing her community grow over the past 20 years but has also had the privilege of shaping the growth of its future, all while

Welcome to 90 Days Of Summer! What’s your name and what fills your time? I’m Chris Wooten and I have many pans in my fire these days! From owning and operating several restaurants, my wife
Heatherley Bloom Doan is a local beach girl with a heart that yearns for the mountains. Growing up, she spent most of her life by the ocean, soaking in the sun and the saltwater breeze.
What’s your name and what fills your time? Ava Easterling, Freshman at FSCJ and I’m obsessed with BUGS! Anything special going on for this summer? This Summer I’ve been visiting preschools and museums to educate
Welcome to 90 Days Of Summer! What’s your name and what fills your time? My name is Tracy Gaylord Embry. I have had the craziest and happiest life! My family made the best decision of
What’s your name and what fills your time? I’m Steve Macri and these days I work in the real estate business with Rise Realty Advisors. My hope for the First Coast is that some how,
Welcome to 90 Days Of Summer! What’s your name and what fills your time?My name is Gary Mack.I am an Artist who has been painting scenes in North Florida for the last 40 years. Anything

What’s your name and what fills your time? Tell us a little about your background story and how you got here (First Coast) Brenda David – Musician/Model/Actress/Humanitarian I am a native First Coast Floridian. I
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

Kayla Durden is another surfer from the First Coast who has made it big in a difficult industry. As a young amateur surfer in North Florida, Kayla climbed the ladder to the pro divisions in
Ginger Sheridan, now retired from Jacksonville University, is another teacher that stands out in the community as one of her students all time favorites!