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Inauguration Day in Jacksonville

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:55:24 -0800

As hundreds of thousands of people gathered in Washington DC for Obama's inauguration, people all over Jacksonville gathered by their televisions. Amanda Warford

Reprinting the paper?

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:35:32 -0800

Due to demand, The Florida Times-Union is going to re-print the Nov. 5 edition. Find out how you can get one. Amanda Warford

A Historic Night

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:51:04 -0800

A look back at history being made as local Democrats celebrated and printing presses churned out newspapers chronicaling the historic events.

Republican watch party

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:43:03 -0800

The Duval County Republicans gathered at the Marriot Southpoint to watch the results roll in.

Democrat watch party

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 13:50:26 -0800

The Duval County Democrats gathered at The Landing's Mavericks to watch the results roll in. Amanda Warford

Elections Office Operations

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:58:59 -0800

What really happens at the elections office before and after Election Day? We asked Spervisor Jerry Holland. Amanda Warford

Barber Shop Talk

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:51:27 -0800

The election was the main topic of conversation between the regulars at Cole's Baber Shop.

Election Day on the East Side

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:40:42 -0800

From people waving signs to voters getting a free Krispy Kreme treat, election day made for a lot of activity in and around the east side of Jacksonville.

Influenced by sign wavers?

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:15:19 -0800

Do sign wavers really influence voters? We asked Duval County Supervisor of Elections to weigh in. Amanda Warford

Polling Generations

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:05:30 -0800

Amber Hollister is a fourth generation poll worker who starts her morning setting up Precinct 09M with her mother and grandmother.

Election Day in Baker County

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:23:41 -0800

Baker County voter turnout was expected to be high, but that's typical. Amanda Warford

Election Day in Mandarin

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:41:51 -0800

Traffic was high at one Mandarin voting location where two precincts were combined. Amanda Warford

Voter Express

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:26:22 -0800

Annette Brown, the program coordiinator for Voter Express, a program that offers free rides to and from polls for those in need, talks about the program and who it helps.

Election Day in San Jose

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:42:18 -0800

Campaign supporters and a candidate waive political signs in San Jose. Amanda Warford

Election Day in Arlington

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:42:37 -0800

Campaign supporters could be seen out in Arlington on Monday. Amanda Warford

Obama Campaigners

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:52:30 -0800

A group of Obama supproters wave signs at passing motorists in front of the Obama Campaign headquarters along Beach Boulevard early Tuesday morning.

McCain Campaigner

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 08:48:49 -0800

Armando Versace takes matters into his own hands as he makes a McCain campaign sign and waves at passing motorists on Beach Boulevard early Tuesday morning.

Republican Party Headquarters

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:34:36 -0800

A look inside the Duval Republican Party Headquarters as they prepare in the remaining hours before the election.

Democratic Party Headquarters

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 18:33:06 -0800

A look inside the Duval Democratic Party Headquarters as they prepare in the remaining hours before the election.

Barack Obama in Jax

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:33:33 -0800

Sen. Barack Obama made one last push for votes in Jacksonville on Monday. Amanda Warford

Athletes for Victory 2008

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:40:59 -0800

A caravan led by the John McCain Athletes for Victory 2008 bus made its way through Jacksonville Sunday to do some last minute campaigning as the election day approaches.

Rev. Al Sharpton Getting out the Vote

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 15:01:36 -0800

The Rev. Al Sharpton made an appearance at a Get Out the Vote rally behind the Gateway Mall on Jacksonville's Northside Sunday, November 2, 2008. Sharpton was in town to speak during the morning services at Bethel Baptist Church.

Candidate Ben Wortham

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Ben Wortham, Clay County candidate for Superintendent of Schools, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Ron Raymond

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:30:36 -0700

Ron Raymond, Clay County candidate for County Commission District 3, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Travis Cummings

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:36:49 -0700

Travis Cummings, Clay County candidate for County Commission District 3, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Steven Richards

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:26:34 -0700

Steven Richards, Clay County candidate for Superintendent of Schools, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Rob Bradley

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:24:13 -0700

Rob Bradley, Clay County candidate for County Commission Chair, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Mike Heemer

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 06:22:20 -0700

Mike Heemer, Clay County candidate for County Commission Chair, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Michelle Obama in Jacksonville

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:59:00 -0700

Michelle Obama, wife of Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama, spoke to a crowd of supporters in Jacksonville. Amanda Warford

Michelle Obama assists crowd

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:58:30 -0700

During a speech in Jacksonville, Michelle Obama assisted an ill crowd member. Amanda Warford

Candidate Danny Leeper

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:21:10 -0700

Candidate Danny Leeper, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Commissioner District 1 race, answers questions regarding issues in Nassau County.

Candidate Walter Boatright

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:49:15 -0700

Candidate Walter Boatright, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Commissioner District 5 race, answers questions regarding issues in Nassau County.

Candidate Ramiro Palma

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:49:36 -0700

Candidate Ramiro Palma, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Commissioner District 5 race, answers questions regarding issues in Nassau County.

Debate: Crenshaw vs. McGovern

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 07:05:52 -0700

Video from the debate that occured live on Jacksonville.com from 11am until 12pm EST October 20, 2008 between the incumbent Ander Crenshaw (R) and the challenger Jay McGovern (D) at The Florida Times-Union for the 4th Congressional District Monday.

Candidate Peter Mallory

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:50:20 -0700

Candidate Peter Mallory, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Ocean, Highway and Port Authority race, answers questions regarding the port and the county.

Candidate Melvin Usery

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:49:58 -0700

Candidate Melvin Usery, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Ocean, Highway and Port Authority race, answers questions regarding the port and the county.

Candidate Jim Coe

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:48:49 -0700

Candidate Jim Coe, who is vying in the Nov. 4 Nassau County Sheriff race, answers questions regarding issues in the area.

Candidate Tommy Seagraves Jr.

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:48:27 -0700

Sheriff Tommy Seagraves Jr., up for reelection on Nov. 4 in Nassau County, answers questions regarding issues in the area.

Palin speech highlights

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:06:43 -0700

A few of the highlights from Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin's speech Tuesday.

Palin Thanks Florida

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:06:36 -0700

Republican Vice-Presidential candidate Sarah Oalin addressed a large crowd at The Landing in Jacksonville Tuesday morning, Here are a few of the earl speech highlights.

Waiting for Palin

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:06:28 -0700

Christy Timbrook and her 9 year-old daughter Allie play cards as they wait for Republican Vice-Preisdential candidate Sarah Palin to speak at a rally at The Jacksonville Landing Tuesday morning.

Palin Crowd

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:06:19 -0700

Thousands filled The Jacksonville Landing waiting to hear Republican Vice-Presidential candidate Sarah Palin during a rally Tuesday morning.

National Anthem

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:16:17 -0700

Mic Mania winner Meghan Mizell performs the National Anthem before the Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin's speech at The Jacksonville Landing.

Palin Prep

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:18:34 -0700

Workers were busy at The Jacksonville Landing today as preparations for the Sarah Palin rally Tuesday morning is in full swing.

More from Obama

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 08:29:17 -0700

More from Barack Obama's speech at Jacksonville's Metropolitan Park Saturday.

Podium memories

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 20:41:04 -0700

A group of Barack Obama suporters gathered around the podium after his speech to have their picture taken to remember the event. Obama delivered a campaign speech at Metropolitan Park.

Obama Crowds

Sun, 21 Sep 2008 08:52:56 -0700

Barack Obama supporters talk about their experience as the Democratic Presidential candidate delivers a campaign speech at Metropolitan Park.

Obama visits Jacksonville

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 18:40:33 -0700

Thousands fill Metropolitan Park to capacity to see Democratic Presidential candidate Barack Obama on a campaign stop in Jacksonville.

A Key City

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:37:58 -0700

From children to Veterans, hear what those who where at the John McCain rally think of the speech and their thoughts about supporting him in November.

Jacksonville's Phil Stacey

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:28:45 -0700

Jacksonville's own Phil Stacey performs the National Anthem before a crowd of thousands waiting to hear Republican Presidential nominee John McCain.

John McCain's Speech

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:15:40 -0700

Republican Presidential nominee John McCain delivers a speech to a crowd of thousands Monday morning at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

Jay Plotkin Thanks his team

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 19:57:43 -0700

Candidate for State Attorney Jay Plotkin thanks his family and all of his supporters as he conceeds the election to his opponent Angela Corey.

Rick Beseler re-elected

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 05:49:21 -0700

Rick Beseler is re-elected to the Clay County Sheriff seat Tuesday night. He celebrates with his family and supporters in Clay County.

Angela Corey Party

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:15:45 -0700

Angela Corey talks about her campaign from her election night party.

Election Day

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 05:50:07 -0700

Supervisor of Elections Jerry Holland weighs in on how election day is shaping up.

Candidate Angela Corey

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:26:15 -0700

Angela Corey, candidate for State Attorney, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Jay Plotkin

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:25:47 -0700

Jay Plotkin, candidate for State Attorney, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Duane D'Andrea

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:43:47 -0700

Duane D'Andrea, Clay County candidate for County School Board, District 2, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate J.D. Weisenburger

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:42:29 -0700

J.D. Weisenburger, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 5, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Harold Rutledge

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:39:00 -0700

Harold Rutledge, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 5, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Stefanie Thomas

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:37:18 -0700

Stefanie Thomas, Clay County candidate for Supervisor of Elections, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Debbie Ricks

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:29:01 -0700

Debbie Ricks, Clay County candidate for Supervisor of Elections, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Chris Chambless

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 07:27:36 -0700

Chris Chambless, Clay County candidate for Supervisor of Elections, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Frank Farrell

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:11:13 -0700

Frank Farrell, Clay County candidate for School Board, District 4, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Ken Francis

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:10:52 -0700

Ken Francis, Clay County candidate for School Board, District 4, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Carol Studdard

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:10:11 -0700

Carol Studdard, Clay County candidate for School Board, District 2, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Debby Terry

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:09:53 -0700

Debby Terry, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 3, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Travis Cummings

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:36:41 -0700

Travis Cummings, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 3, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Wendell Davis

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:27:51 -0700

Wendell Davis, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 1, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Tom Platt

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:38:51 -0700

Tom Platt, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 1, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate David McCall

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:37:16 -0700

David McCall, Clay County candidate for County Commission, District 1, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Ronnie Coleman

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:35:42 -0700

Ronnie Coleman, Clay County candidate for County Commission, At Large, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Paul Ackley

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:34:15 -0700

Paul Ackley, Clay County candidate for County Commission, At Large, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Diane Hutchings

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:33:46 -0700

Diane Hutchings, Clay County candidate for County Commission, At Large, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Pat Thurman

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:32:33 -0700

Pat Thurman, Clay County candidate for Superintendent of Schools, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Wayne Spivey

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:31:46 -0700

Wayne Spivey, Clay County candidate for Clerk of Court, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate James Jett

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:31:10 -0700

James Jett, Clay County candidate for Clerk of Court, speaks with Online Community Publishing Coordinator Jonathan Bennett .

Candidate Joe Clements

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:33:26 -0700

Joe Clements, candidate for City Council, District 10, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Pat Lockett Felder

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 17:31:33 -0700

Pat Lockett Felder, candidate for State House speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate King Holzendorf

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:47:18 -0700

King Holzendorf, candidate for City Council, District 10, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Stacy Johnson

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:20:02 -0700

Nassau County Commissioner candidate Stacy Johnson answers questions and discusses issues regarding the county for the upcoming primary elections.

Candidate Danny Fullwood

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:00:30 -0700

Nassau County Ocean, Highway & Port Authority candidate discusses issues and answers questions regarding the Port of Fernandina.

Candidate Marianne Marshall

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:33:41 -0700

County Commissioner District 5 candidate Marianne Marshall discusses issues and answers questions regarding Nassau County.

Candidate Jennifer Kelly-Sheffield

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:00:57 -0700

Nassau County Ocean, Highway & Port Authority candidate Jennifer Kelly-Sheffield discusses issues and answers questions regarding the port.

Candidate Carlos Slay

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 15:02:15 -0700

Nassau County Sheriff candidate Carlos Slay answers questions and addresses issues regarding issues in the area.

Candidate Dave Mazur

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:03:23 -0700

Nassau County School Board District 1 candidate Dave Mazur answers questions and discusses issues regarding the Nassau County school system.

Candidate Donna Martin

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 08:28:02 -0700

Nassau County School Board District 1 candidate Donna Martin answers questions and addresses issues regarding the area.

Candidate Richard King

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:57:54 -0700

Nassau County Sheriff candidate Richard King answers questions and addresses issues regarding the county.

Candidate C.W. "Connie" Johnson

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:27:25 -0700

Nassau County Sheriff Candidate C.W. "Connie" Johnson answers questions and discusses issues regarding the area.

Candidate Larry Williams

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 07:03:55 -0700

Nassau County Property Appraiser candidate Larry Williams answers questions and discusses issues regarding the county.

Candidate Margie Gandy

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:57:39 -0700

Nassau Ocean, Highway & Port Authority candidate Margie Gandy answers questions and discusses issues regarding the Nassau County area.

Candidate Shirley Lear

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:29:43 -0700

Nassau County Ocean, Highway & Port Authority candidate Shirley Lear answers questions and discusses issues facing the port and the county.

Candidate Tommy Seagraves Jr.

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 14:59:52 -0700

Sheriff Tommy Seagraves Jr., up for reelection in Nassau County, answers questions regarding issues in the area.

Candidate Walter Boatright

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:30:55 -0700

Nassau County Commissioner candidate Walter Boatright answers questions regarding Nassau County issues.

Candidate Wynn Fendig

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 05:31:12 -0700

Nassau County Commissioner candidate Wynn Fendig addresses questions and issues regarding Nassau County government.

Candidate Tony Hill

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:48:33 -0700

Tony Hill, candidate for Senate, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Angela Nixon

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:46:18 -0700

Angela Nixon, candidate for City Council, District 10, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate James Evans Muhammad

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:08:06 -0700

James Evans Muhammad, candidate for City Council, District 10, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Reggie Brown

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:55:39 -0700

Reggie Brown, candidate for City Council, District 10, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.

Candidate Jill Marie Smith

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:27:31 -0700

Jill Marie Smith, candidate for City Council, at large Group 2, speaks with Editorial page editor Mike Clark.