Category: First Coasters

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.

Pam Davidson

What’s your name and what fills your time? Pam Davidson. I was born at Baptist Beaches (before they closed down the maternity wing), and grew

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Mike Whisnant

What’s your name and what fills your time?   Mike Whisnant. Whisnant Surfboards. My time is dominated these days with shaping and managing the manufacture

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Mark Broughton

What’s your name and what fills your time?   Mark Broughton, I have been designing and writing business software for the last 30 years.  People ask

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Linda Bevilacqua Farber

Linda Farber. Hi, I’m Linda Bevilacqua Farber, and I’m thankful to enjoy a fulfilling career as a Spanish teacher at the Lower Schools at Bolles.

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Kirk Farber

What’s your name and what fills your time? Kirk Lionel Farber. I was born and raised in Duval my entire life, living in NB for

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Cori Bylund

What’s your name and what fills your time? Cori Bylund. Typically, my time is filled with running my solo-family law practice, volunteering, and being a

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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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