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First Georgia measles case of the year confirmed in baby too young for vaccine
Read full article: First Georgia measles case of the year confirmed in baby too young for vaccineA baby too young to receive routine measles vaccination is the first person in Georgia this year to contract measles.
St. Marys Elementary to remain closed Tuesday as crews remove bats found inside building, school officials say
Read full article: St. Marys Elementary to remain closed Tuesday as crews remove bats found inside building, school officials saySt. Marys Elementary School will remain closed Tuesday after school officials reported an “unexpected safety issue” that prompted the school’s closure on Monday morning.
Georgia DNR investigating fatal shooting during Cumberland Island hog hunt
Read full article: Georgia DNR investigating fatal shooting during Cumberland Island hog huntThe Georgia Department of Natural Resources is investigating after a hunter was shot and killed Thursday during a hog hunt on Cumberland Island in Camden County.
Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activity
Read full article: Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activityOn a scale of 1-13, Georgia is at a 13 for flu activity according to the latest report released from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The health departments in Glynn and Camden counties are each offering FREE flu shots for uninsured and underinsured children and adults as long as supplies last.
Glynn County police ask community for help to find 74-year-old woman missing since mid-November
Read full article: Glynn County police ask community for help to find 74-year-old woman missing since mid-NovemberThe Glynn County Police Department sent a notice on Tuesday asking for the public to help them in their search for a missing elderly woman who was last since in mid-November and is considered endangered.
Thank you! Hundreds of items donated during Channel 4’s Santa Paws drive
Read full article: Thank you! Hundreds of items donated during Channel 4’s Santa Paws driveDozens of community members helped make the holidays brighter for animals across Jacksonville during Channel 4’s Santa Paws donation drive.
Brunswick police officer arrested, accused of trespassing during domestic incident
Read full article: Brunswick police officer arrested, accused of trespassing during domestic incidentAn officer with the Brunswick Police Department was arrested Monday following a domestic disturbance investigation, the agency announced.
NE Florida, SE Georgia sheriff offices buckle down on drunk driving with hosts of arrests
Read full article: NE Florida, SE Georgia sheriff offices buckle down on drunk driving with hosts of arrestsDuring this year’s Christmas travel holiday, which was from Christmas Eve to Sunday night, law enforcement in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia pulled over their fair share of suspected DUI drivers.
Woodbine community pours in support for family of 9-year-old girl after fatal crash
Read full article: Woodbine community pours in support for family of 9-year-old girl after fatal crashDozens of community members gathered to honor the life of 9-year-old Jordyn Butler, who was struck and killed by an SUV last week while playing outside with her brother in Woodbine.
Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costs
Read full article: Fat & Fine Crab Shack closing in Brunswick as local restaurants face rising costsFat & Fine Crab Shack in Brunswick will close at the beginning of the new year due to rising costs, joining a trend of local and national restaurant closures.
FBI: Lyft driver terrorized by escaped Georgia inmates before she was rescued in Florida
Read full article: FBI: Lyft driver terrorized by escaped Georgia inmates before she was rescued in FloridaAuthorities say three inmates have escaped from a jail near Atlanta and hijacked a Lyft car to reach south Florida.
24-year-old Brunswick man accused of grooming a minor for sex now facing charges, police say
Read full article: 24-year-old Brunswick man accused of grooming a minor for sex now facing charges, police sayA months-long investigation sparked by a tip to the Glynn County Police Department ended Monday with the arrest of a 24-year-old Brunswick man on child exploitation charges, GCPD said.
Start 2026 With Purpose: Volunteer on MLK Day of Service With United Way Northeast Florida
Read full article: Start 2026 With Purpose: Volunteer on MLK Day of Service With United Way Northeast FloridaVolunteers of all backgrounds will come together to support hands-on projects focused on neighborhood revitalization, meeting basic needs, and strengthening financial well-being—the building blocks of strong, thriving communities.
Split Happens Ep. 6: Why courtroom etiquette matters more than you think
Read full article: Split Happens Ep. 6: Why courtroom etiquette matters more than you thinkIn Split Happens, Episode 6, host Katie Garner sits down with board-certified marital and family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite to unpack a topic many people overlook until it’s too late: courtroom etiquette.
News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animals
Read full article: News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animalsNews4JAX is inviting the community to help make the holidays a little brighter for local pets through its annual Santa Paws donation drive, happening Dec. 15–19.
All lanes reopen on I-95 southbound near Florida-Georgia line after crash
Read full article: All lanes reopen on I-95 southbound near Florida-Georgia line after crashAll lanes on Interstate 95 southbound, near the Florida-Georgia line, were closed early Tuesday due to a crash, according to Georgia 511.
Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor race
Read full article: Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor raceSecretary of State Brad Raffensperger is the latest Republican candidate for Georgia governor to attack campaign finance rules that allow Lt. Gov. Burt Jones to raise unlimited contributions.
VIDEO: Mom captures driver speeding by stopped bus seconds before children start to cross street
Read full article: VIDEO: Mom captures driver speeding by stopped bus seconds before children start to cross streetA Kingsland, Georgia, mom is raising the alarm after she says she’s witnessed the same driver ignoring the school bus stop arm multiple times, causing a potentially dangerous situation for children at the bus stop.
1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy Drive
Read full article: 1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy DriveThank you, Jacksonville, for helping make Christmas merry and bright for children who needed it most.
Color the Weather is back, bringing STEM to life with IDEA Public Schools!
Read full article: Color the Weather is back, bringing STEM to life with IDEA Public Schools!Color the Weather not only inspires early curiosity in meteorology and STEM but also uplifts IDEA’s commitment to academic excellence and joyful learning.
Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides on
Read full article: Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides onThe Jacksonville Icemen are teaming up with News4JAX this year to present the 2025 Santa Tracker, continuing a festive legacy that began decades ago when legendary meteorologist George Winterling first followed Santa’s journey using satellites and early NORAD updates.
Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁
Read full article: Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁Channel 4 is looking for a few good elves to help make a child’s Christmas merry and bright — and you can join in during our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Thursday, Dec. 4!
VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawl
Read full article: VIDEO: Dozens of Georgia high school football players suspended after sideline-clearing brawlNearly 40 Gainesville High School players were suspended after a brawl broke out during the third quarter of the Georgia High School Association Class 5A playoff matchup on Friday night.
Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?
Read full article: Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?It's the perfect time for homeowners to prepare for cooler weather, protect their equipment, and understand how winter conditions can impact the power grid.
Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trains
Read full article: Thanksgiving travel forecasts point to typically busy airports, roads and trainsPeople with Thanksgiving travel plans may still feel on edge after the U.S. government shutdown that caused widespread flight cancellations and delays.
Explore Southeast Georgia’s hidden treasures: From Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the ancient Lover’s Oak
Read full article: Explore Southeast Georgia’s hidden treasures: From Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the ancient Lover’s OakDozens of local parks dot the Golden Isles, offering everything from gorgeous views and amphitheaters to mini golf and salutes to service. On our 4 Your Neighborhood trip to Southeast Georgia, we’re highlighting a few of these hidden gems.
Southeast Georgia town or Virginia county? We’re stirring the pot over the rightful birthplace of Brunswick stew
Read full article: Southeast Georgia town or Virginia county? We’re stirring the pot over the rightful birthplace of Brunswick stewIf you weren’t aware, Brunswick, Georgia, has a simmering rivalry with another area of the same name: Brunswick County, Virginia. Both Brunswicks claim to be the birthplace of the original “Brunswick stew.”
Addressing A4dability: Golden Isles employers struggle as workforce housing falls short
Read full article: Addressing A4dability: Golden Isles employers struggle as workforce housing falls shortAs the population of Brunswick and the Golden Isles continues to climb, community leaders say the demand for affordable homes is outpacing construction, and the gap is widening.
Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon marks 50 years of family, food and community in Brunswick
Read full article: Willie’s Wee-Nee Wagon marks 50 years of family, food and community in BrunswickWillie’s Wee-Nee Wagon, a beloved Brunswick institution, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, serving up the same quality hot dogs, burgers, and their famous boneless pork chop sandwiches that have made them a local legend.
Tiara and turf: Frederica Academy senior balances football and being homecoming queen
Read full article: Tiara and turf: Frederica Academy senior balances football and being homecoming queenFrederica Academy’s graduating class this year is the largest it’s ever been -- 50 students -- and the school's homecoming queen is also one of its varsity football team kickers.
With over 750 sea turtles saved, this center in Georgia blends education with conservation
Read full article: With over 750 sea turtles saved, this center in Georgia blends education with conservationThe Georgia Sea Turtle Center, the only facility of its kind in the state, has been dedicated to rehabilitating injured sea turtles and educating the public for nearly 20 years.
‘A symbol to the community’: Why the iconic St. Simons Lighthouse is a must-see attraction for island visitors
Read full article: ‘A symbol to the community’: Why the iconic St. Simons Lighthouse is a must-see attraction for island visitorsThe St. Simons Lighthouse, a significant historical landmark on St. Simons Island, has been a beacon for over 150 years.
Brunswick’s Historic Ritz Theatre is a hub for plays, concerts and events. But it once faced an uncertain future
Read full article: Brunswick’s Historic Ritz Theatre is a hub for plays, concerts and events. But it once faced an uncertain futureOnce on the brink of shutting down, the Brunswick landmark is now a thriving hub for arts and culture thanks to local efforts and major renovations.
Pinball Palace: Brunswick arcade housing over 200 pinball machines known to be one of nation’s best
Read full article: Pinball Palace: Brunswick arcade housing over 200 pinball machines known to be one of nation’s bestA local man turned a hobby into an award-winning business in Brunswick, featuring more than 200 pinball machines.
5 years after his murder, Ahmaud Arbery’s family says the community is still healing
Read full article: 5 years after his murder, Ahmaud Arbery’s family says the community is still healingIt’s hard to talk about Brunswick without remembering Ahmaud Arbery — the 25-year-old murdered while jogging in a neighborhood near his home. His killing — captured on video and shared across the nation — sparked outrage, protests, and a demand for justice that resonated far beyond Coastal Georgia.
