Veterans who are Black say they were denied housing loans from Navy Federal Credit Union because of their race.

Members of 121 Financial Credit Union voted at a special meeting Friday to approve a proposed merger with VyStar Credit Union.

You can donate ASTM certified teddy bears at any 121FCU branch now through the end of November. The bears go to the kids and families served by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville. You can learn more or get an easy Amazon link at our website 121fcu.org/teddies.

121 Financial Credit Union announced Thursday its intent to merge with VyStar Credit Union, which is expected to close later this year.

When you’re a little one, and you or a family member are in the hospital, it can be unsettling and uncomfortable. But a cuddly teddy bear can be just what the doctor ordered to bring a smile.

During the month of October, 121 Financial Credit Union is collecting teddy bears and supplies for RMHC Jacksonville.

There may be progress for residents of the former Orange Park Country Club looking to get their golf course up and running again.

Kicks for the Kids is collecting shoes for students who might not have shoes to wear to school.

121 Financial Credit Union on Monday donated a U-Haul full of toys and other gifts to Sulzbacher. 121 Financial Credit Union donated a U-Haul full of toys, clothing, hygiene products and other gifts to Sulzbacher just in time for the holidays. The credit union also donated $3,000 worth of gift cards. “It was an important partnership because everyone has had a difficult year this year,” said 121 Financial Credit Union President and CEO David Marovich. So for many of them, they don’t have the money to buy Christmas gifts this year.

Like everything else going on, the distribution of shoes from this year’s Kicks for the Kids campaign will be different this year. Drop off locations for new shoes:WJXT Channel 44 Broadcast Place, 32207Fields Auto Group DealershipsFields Cadillac of Jacksonville7999 Blanding Blvd. 32244Porsche Jacksonville10100 Atlantic Blvd. 32225Lexus of Jacksonville10259 Atlantic Blvd. 32225Mercedes Benz Jacksonville10231 Atlantic Blvd.

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