Randy Roguski Senior News Editor

Randy comes to Jacksonville from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, where as metro editor, he led investigative coverage of the Parkland school shooting that won the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for public service. He has spent more than 40 years in reporting and editing positions in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Ohio and Florida. 

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October 8, 2024

Entire city of St. Augustine, other parts of St. Johns County ordered to evacuate

St. Johns County also ordered the evacuation of St. Augustine Beach and residents living on waterfront properties or in flood-prone…

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The Duval Schools administration building. | Megan Mallicoat, Jacksonville Today
October 7, 2024

Schools close as Hurricane Milton approaches

Most school districts in Northeast Florida will close this week as Hurricane Milton crosses the state.…

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The NCAA has awarded the 2027 Division II Women’s Volleyball Championship to Edward Waters University. | Morry Gash, AP
October 3, 2024

NCAA picks Jacksonville for 3 championships

The NCAA has awarded Jacksonville three championships in track and volleyball in 2027 and 2028.…

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FCC Environmental Services will take over Clay County garbage collection on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. | FCC Environmental Services
September 30, 2024

Garbage changes begin in Clay County. Do you know your pickup day?

Many residents remain confused about their garbage pickup day as FCC Environmental Services takes over.…

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A fallen tree blocks Cedar Bend Drive in Clay County. | Jamie Valet, Jacksonville Today
September 27, 2024

Helene cleanup continues; Jacksonville mayor urges patience

More than 257,000 customers in Northeast Florida had no power Friday after Hurricane Helene came ashore late Thursday.…

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Jacksonville Fire and Rescue crews deal with a downed tree as the first gusts of wind from Hurricane Helene arrived in Jacksonville around 6 p.m. on Sept. 26, 2024. | JFRD via X
September 27, 2024

Jacksonville city offices remain closed after Hurricane Helene

Roads flooded, trees toppled and power lines fell around the city. People were encouraged to stay home as crews cleaned…

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September 26, 2024

UPDATE: Hurricane Helene grows to 120 mph winds

Helene is one of the biggest hurricanes on record, with effects spreading hundreds of miles toward Jacksonville.…

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September 26, 2024

Helene strengthens to 100 mph; wind and flooding likely in Jacksonville

Hurricane Helene, with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph, is on the verge of becoming a Category 3 hurricane as…

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Vickie Cavey is CEO and managing director of JEA.
September 24, 2024

JEA promotes interim CEO Vickie Cavey

The JEA board decided to hire locally rather than conduct a national search.…

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Storm surge from Hurricane Debby pushes past wind-swept palm treees in Horseshoe Beach on Aug. 5, 2024. | Christopher O'Meara, AP
September 4, 2024

AccuWeather scales back its 2024 hurricane forecast

AccuWeather now calls for 16 to 20 named storms, six to 10 hurricanes, and three to six major hurricanes.…

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"On Allison's Wings" was dedicated Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, at Stockton Park. | Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville
August 19, 2024

New public artwork offers peace to grieving families

“On Allison’s Wings” was dedicated to 15-year-old Allison Brundick Haramis and Angels for Allison, the nonprofit formed in her memory.…

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Nearly half of the multi-unit apartments in Jacksonville are offering incentives to rent, Zillow says.
August 13, 2024

Landlords are offering more perks in Jacksonville

Nearly half of the landlords in Jacksonville are offering concessions to renters, one of the highest rates in the country,…

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Aldi is beginning to convert Winn-Dixie stores to the Aldi brand. | Jacksonville Daily Record
August 13, 2024

Winn-Dixie in Fleming Island will become an Aldi store

Clay County is considering Aldi’s request for a permit to remodel the Winn-Dixie at 1545 County Road 220.…

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Jacksonville's credit rating has improved. l Steven Ponson, Jacksonville Today
August 7, 2024

Fitch raises credit rating for city of Jacksonville

Fitch Ratings increased Jacksonville’s rating from AA- to AA+. The move should lower the city’s interest rate when borrowing money.…

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August 5, 2024

Hurricane Debby makes landfall; Jax expects deluge

Hurricane Debby came ashore Monday morning in the Big Bend area of Florida and was expected to creep across the…

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August 2, 2024

Tropical system is nearly certain to develop

Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state.…

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The Jacksonville Jaguars are introducing throwback uniforms based on the team's inaugural year in 1995. | Jacksonville Jaguars
July 18, 2024

Bringing ’em back: Jags introduce throwback uniforms

In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the Jaguars are introducing “Prowler Throwbacks,” a uniform based on their first year in…

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A helicopter flies away an R from the Wells Fargo Center on Sunday, July 14, 2024. | Michelle Corum, Jacksonville Today
July 15, 2024

Wells Fargo name removed from Downtown tower

Wells Fargo decided to end its naming rights as it downsizes its leased space. A helicopter removed the name letter…

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July 12, 2024

Interest rates chill home sales in Northeast Florida

Sales normally rise in June, but they’re down this year, and there are more homes for sale than anytime since…

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The Jekyll Island Club dates to 1888. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
July 11, 2024

Two local islands rated the best in continental US

The Golden Isles in Georgia and Amelia Island topped a survey by Travel + Leisure magazine.…

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FCC Environmental Services will take over Clay County garbage collection on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. | FCC Environmental Services
July 10, 2024

Big changes in store for Clay County garbage collection

Curbside recycling will end, and residents are getting new garbage cans as FCC Environmental Services takes over collections.…

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The UF Health North hospital is at 15255 Max Leggett Parkway in Jacksonville. | Dan Macdonald, Jacksonville Daily Record
July 9, 2024

UF Health opens new patient tower in North Jacksonville

The expansion includes six floors and 124 patient rooms to help patients recover from acute care.…

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Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa. | Jacksonville Jaguars
June 27, 2024

A little Lawrence is on the way

Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, announced Thursday that they’re expecting a baby.…

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June 26, 2024

UNF begins doctoral program in health administration

The program will emphasize global health leadership and advanced management of health care facilities and institutions.…