Brooks Baptiste
firstcoastnews.com
Jacksonville, FL, United States
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The Buzz: Oysters nearly interrupt Tokyo Olympics rowing events
Floats were installed in Tokyo Bay, to stop the waves from crashing on athletes during the events. But, the oysters were attaching to the floats causing them to sink → Read More
The Buzz: TikTok launches video resumes as employers struggle to fill positions
Restaurants are offering deals and freebies for National French Fry Day on Tuesday. And let’s face it – nothing compares to celebrating with fresh, FREE fries. → Read More
The Buzz: FAA proposes more fines as number of unruly passengers on flights soars
With more people booking trips for summer travel, the Federal Aviation Administration says it continues to see an increase of unruly passengers on flights. → Read More
'I know what it feels like to be discouraged': Jacksonville teen raises $250K for Black girls in STEM
Taylor Richardson, 17, also known as Astronaut Starbright, is an advocate for inclusion and diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. → Read More
Grammy award-winning drummer from Jacksonville helps transform lives on the First Coast
Making History Today: The two-time Grammy-winning trailblazer has played drums for Kurt Elling, pushing the boundaries of Black artistry. → Read More
Career matchmaking program launches job portal with a twist
The platform matches a person with their work interests, helping those without work due to the pandemic. → Read More
Recovering COVID-19 patients reportedly experiencing fish, sulfur smells
While many people lose their sense of smell and taste after contracting COVID-19, there’s a new side effect in some recovering patients. → Read More
The Buzz: How 'Christmas tree syndrome' can impact the air quality in your home
Live trees often hold mold and pollen, which may be why your allergies are flaring up. → Read More
Student of the Week: Amelia McDonough from Ponte Vedra High School
She holds a 4.1 GPA and recently received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. → Read More
No longer traveling for Thanksgiving? What to know before canceling your flight
The Buzz: If you’re on the fence about your trip, airlines are making it easier for you to make last-minute changes. → Read More
Florida woman votes on her 108th birthday, hopes to inspire others
While most look for candles and a cake on their birthday, a Jacksonville woman wanted to celebrate her 108th year of life by voting in the 2020 November election. → Read More
Jacksonville woman votes on her 108th birthday, hopes to inspire others
While most look for candles and a cake on their birthday, a Jacksonville woman wanted to celebrate her 108th year of life by voting in the 2020 November election. → Read More
Jacksonville woman votes on her 108th birthday, hopes to inspire others
While most look for candles and a cake on their birthday, a Jacksonville woman wanted to celebrate her 108th year of life by voting in the 2020 November election. → Read More
Jacksonville woman votes on her 108th birthday, hopes to inspire others
While most look for candles and a cake on their birthday, a Jacksonville woman wanted to celebrate her 108th year of life by voting in the 2020 November election. → Read More
Jacksonville woman votes on her 108th birthday, hopes to inspire others
While most look for candles and a cake on their birthday, a Jacksonville woman wanted to celebrate her 108th year of life by voting in the 2020 November election. → Read More
Student of the Week: Mitchell Doyle of Baker County High School
Throughout his student career, Mitchell Doyle has never earned any grade below an A. → Read More
The Buzz: Chances of catching COVID-19 on commercial flights are low, report says
A new study shows the chances of contracting COVID-19 on an airplane are less than the chances of being struck by lightning. → Read More
The Buzz: Half Christmas trees exist for people who don't like to decorate the back
The trees are designed with flat backs to rest against a wall, to give it a full-size look. → Read More
Student of the Week: Teara Newberry of Fruit Cove Middle School
Teara Newberry is in the eighth grade at Fruit Cove Middle School, where she is an outstanding student. → Read More
The Buzz: Barbie releases 'Vote' doll ahead of November Election
Mattel is relaunching its ‘shero’ doll featuring activist and actress Yara Shahidi. → Read More