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Hi Jacksonville! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How JIA's new customs facility could change international travel here
  • Why did FBI agents swarm a Mandarin jewelry store before sunrise?
  • Jacksonville family exposes fake GoFundMe after deadly train crash

Also on today's calendar: Rene Vaca 2026 Tour and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, temps: high: 89, low: 76.
  • Monday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Jacksonville International Airport opens new customs facility (jaxdailyrecord.com) — International private flyers now have a dedicated customs facility at Jacksonville International Airport, easing congestion at the main terminal and attracting more corporate jets. The new 6,000-square-foot building on Barnstormer Road, funded by the Jacksonville Aviation Authority and FAA, handles general aviation arrivals from around the world and frees commercial passengers to continue using Gate C5 for customs checks.
   

2. FBI raids on Friday across two counties leave neighbors searching for clarity (actionnewsjax.com) — Federal agents raided Victory Jewelers in Mandarin early Friday, boarding up windows and detaining at least one person, while also serving a related warrant at a St. Johns County townhome. Neighbors in both communities described loud bangs, heavy law enforcement presence, and a normally quiet area suddenly filled with flashing lights, as the FBI declined to explain how the two locations are connected.
   

3. Family warns of fraudulent GoFundMe after pregnant Jacksonville woman's death (news4jax.com) — A Jacksonville family is warning residents about a fake GoFundMe using photos of pregnant mother Lakeisha Jennings, who was killed when an Amtrak train hit her Jeep. Relatives have verified a single legitimate fundraiser and urge people to double-check donation pages, while GoFundMe works to remove the fraudulent campaign and reminds donors about its refund protections.
   

4. 'Let's highlight the good': Mayor Deegan visits Moncrief after News4JAX series sparks community conversation (news4jax.com) — Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan visited the Moncrief neighborhood after News4Jax traffic anchor Sophia Vitello's viral videos shifted from road complaints to celebrating local residents. The visit included stops at Holley's Barbecue and Simonds-Johnson Park, where Deegan heard concerns and discussed future plans, with a longer conversation set to air on News4Jax.
   

5. 'I can't stay here': Jacksonville woman says JEA water meter issue left her homeless (actionnewsjax.com) — A Jacksonville woman says a JEA water meter replacement led to massive flooding in her home, leaving her homeless and stuck between the city, JEA and her insurer over who pays for repairs. Nearly a year later, she's still living in hotels while paying a full mortgage and waiting on an active claim with the City of Jacksonville's risk management office.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • URGENT!!!
    I have the address where this kitten is at. I can't bare the thought of leaving it suffering Where can I take the cat to get help I have five cats… (Nextdoor Silver Creek)
  • Hi this kitty has a broken back and I can't help his his legs do not work he's in extreme pain and I can't even take him anywhere anyone can help him?
    Update: we found the kitten again but it started hiding if you guys wanna come out and help message me it's still in the same area I'm assuming NEW… (Nextdoor Lake Lucina)
  • Harbor Retirement Associates - HRA Senior Living posted a job opening for Life Enrichment Coordinator in Jacksonville. Apply here.
  • Olgoonik posted a job opening for Shipper/ Packer in Jacksonville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jacksonville here.

Ok Jacksonville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A bottle (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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