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Welcome to The Jacksonville Newsletter!

In today’s edition:

• ASAP Towing claims JSO retaliation.

• Upcoming Junior World Skeet Championships

• A deep-dive into the life of Jacqueline Cochran.

• And more…

Quote of the Week

“We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”

– Joseph Campbell

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Trivia

What historic Jacksonville neighborhood is known for its early 20th-century architecture, tree-lined streets, and community events?

A) Avondale

B) San Marco

C) Riverside

D) Springfield

Answer to Last Week's Trivia:

The bridge in Jacksonville known for its distinctive yellow color is C) Dames Point Bridge.

News

💼 Business

ASAP Towing owner says JSO investigation into possible organized fraud is retaliation for ongoing legal dispute. (link)

Jax Icemen owners plan Charlotte projects after acquisition. (link)

🏒 Sports

MLB draft: Atlantic Coast, Paxon graduates taken on second day of draft. (link)

All-News4JAX girls tennis: From cut to starring role, Bolles star Katrina Kirov grateful for her path. (link)

🏦 Finance

Berkman II property sold at auction. (link)

Upcoming Events

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week. There is a good mix between sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

Sports

⚽ Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United
1 EverBank Stadium Dr, Jacksonville, FL
Saturday 27 July, 2024 at 7:00 pm | (More info)

🔫 Junior World Skeet Championships
12125 New Berlin Rd, Jacksonville, FL
Thursday, Jul 25th | 7:05 PM | (More info)

Music & Concerts

🎤 Sam Hunt: Locked Up Tour 2024
Daily's Place, Jacksonville, FL
Thu • Jul 25 • 7:00 PM | (More info)

🎸 Brothers Again
Florida Theatre Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL
Fri • Jul 26 • 8:00 PM | (More info)

Family

🪬 Mandala Art Class
 2121 US-1, St. Augustine, FL
Sunday 28 July, 2024 at 12:00 pm | (More info)

Image of the Week

Every week, I have a habit of making some AI art about our city.

This week, I typed in “A city in the clouds, with buildings suspended in the air over Jacksonville” and this is what I got.

Let me know what ideas you have for this. I really enjoy making these types of photos.

Jacksonville Historical Events

1909 - The Napoleon Bonaparte Broward Bridge (Dames Point Bridge) is completed.

In 1909, the Napoleon Bonaparte Broward Bridge, also known as the Dames Point Bridge, was completed in Jacksonville, Florida. Named in honor of Napoleon Bonaparte Broward, a Jacksonville native who served as Florida's governor from 1905 to 1909, the bridge stands as a testament to the city's rich history. The completion of the bridge provided a vital link across the St. Johns River, connecting northern Jacksonville to the rest of the city and serving as an essential transportation artery for the region.

The Dames Point Bridge, with its distinctive cable-stayed design, has become an iconic feature of Jacksonville's skyline. The bridge's construction began in 1985 and was completed in 1989, marking a significant milestone in the city's infrastructure development. Today, the bridge serves as a crucial transportation route, accommodating over 75,000 vehicles daily and providing accessibility to the Jacksonville Port and the Northside. Its role in facilitating the city's growth and connectivity underscores its importance in Jacksonville's transportation network.

The completion of the Napoleon Bonaparte Broward Bridge, also known as the Dames Point Bridge, has played a pivotal role in shaping Jacksonville's infrastructure and connectivity. As a symbol of the city's progress and development, the bridge stands as a testament to Jacksonville's rich history and its commitment to enhancing transportation accessibility for its residents and visitors.

Famous People From Jacksonville

Jacqueline Cochran (1906–1980): Pioneer in the field of American aviation, first woman to break the sound barrier.

Jacqueline Cochran: Pioneer in American Aviation

Jacqueline "Jackie" Cochran was born Bessie Lee Pittman in Muscogee, Florida. Her exact birth date is debated between sources — her gravestone lists 1906, but Air Force records list her date of birth as May 11, 1910. Her family of seven lived in poverty and moved between Florida mill towns.

Early Life and Aviation Passion

• Jacqueline Cochran blazed a trail in aviation and contributed to the Allied war effort. She was a prominent public figure who spoke out for women's roles in aviation during World War II.

• On September 28, 1939, she wrote a letter to First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt suggesting the use of women pilots in noncombat roles to free men for duty in the war.

Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) and Aviation Achievements

• Cochran (along with Nancy Love) was the wartime head of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) from 1943 to 1944, employing about 1000 civilian American women in a non-combat role to ferry planes from factories to port cities.

• On May 18, 1953, Jacqueline Cochran became the first woman to fly faster than the speed of sound, and at the time of her death in 1980, she held more speed, altitude, and distance records than any other male or female pilot in aviation history.

Connection to Jacksonville

Jacqueline Cochran's impact on aviation history extended to Jacksonville, where her influence as a record-breaking aviatrix and entrepreneur left a lasting legacy.

Key Achievements of Jacqueline Cochran:

• First woman to fly faster than the speed of sound.

• Wartime head of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).

• Held more speed, altitude, and distance records than any other male or female pilot in aviation history.

Jacqueline Cochran's story is one of breaking barriers in aviation, advocating for women's roles in wartime, and achieving unparalleled success in the field of American aviation. Her legacy as a pioneer and record-breaker continues to inspire future generations.

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