Tina Smithers Peckham

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Originally from Kansas City, Tina Peckham has called Jacksonville home since 2016, where she lives with her husband and their two boys, Archer and Austin. She spent eight years in New York City working in magazine publishing and digital marketing before moving into freelance writing and reporting for a range of national publications and websites. Tina has also worked behind the scenes on social media, editorial, and content strategy for brands and talent. When she’s not plugging away on her laptop at a local coffee shop, she enjoys volunteering with her kids’ elementary school, reading thrillers, and taking dance classes.
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A Common Thread: Supporting Our Kids’ Mental Health Together

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#LucyStrong: Take a Stand Against Childhood Cancer

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Help Jacksonville Teachers This Back-to-School Season: Wish Lists by County

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Important Back-to-School Reminders + New DCPS Volunteer Screening

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Father’s Day Crafts and Gift Ideas + FREE Printable

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Your Health Matters, Too: Annual Health Checklist for Moms

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Goodie Bags, Be Gone: Why an Experience Was Our Go-To Birthday Gift

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