July 26, 2023
The University of North Florida launched a project Wednesday to build beds of oyster shells to protect the shoreline, especially…
July 14, 2023
With 1904 Music Hall closing, what’s the future of The Elbow?
No need to worry, business leaders say. More businesses are on the way to the entertainment district in Downtown Jacksonville.…
July 10, 2023
City splash pads could expose children to bacteria, doctor warns
Splash pad visits might provide some relief from sweltering heat, but they could also be exposing children to bacteria that…
July 5, 2023
How to keep your power bill down during this searing heat
JEA says air conditioning is the biggest energy hog. The utility advises keeping your thermostat at 78 degrees or higher.…
June 29, 2023
Don’t mess with this heat; Jax has many ways to get relief
Among the options: public pools, splash pads, libraries, malls and more. Homeless shelters and senior centers also can provide space…
June 27, 2023
It’s sweltering outside, and we better get used to it
Nonstop rainfall in May and June relieved the drought in Northeast Florida and brought down the temperature. Now we’re heading…
June 26, 2023
Construction set for Hilton Hotel at Mayo Clinic
The $70 million, eight-story hotel will contain 252 guest rooms, a fitness center, a restaurant and indoor and outdoor meeting…
June 23, 2023
Self-storage fight in San Marco could come to a head next week
The Jacksonville City Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a zoning change that has met angry opposition from businesses…
June 22, 2023
Mayor Lenny Curry says he may run again — but not for a while
The departing Jacksonville mayor said he plans to take a year off to recharge. Would he ever run for governor?…
June 21, 2023
Jacksonville’s composting test program may be extended
The food waste diversion program provides composting services for schools, restaurants and other food-based businesses in the Riverside-Avondale area.…
June 14, 2023
Public involvement urged in Duval superintendent search
A representative of the Florida School Board Association says the public should be heavily involved in the search for Diane…
June 14, 2023
VyStar Foundation awards grants for veterans services
The foundation granted $197,092 to 10 nonprofit organizations that support active military, veterans, and their families.…
June 13, 2023
More Jacksonville homes built strictly for renters
Nearly 300 single-family homes were built last year specifically for renters, more than quadrupling the number available five years ago,…
June 12, 2023
Jaguars vow to protect Eastside in stadium renovation
The Jacksonville Jaguars are promising not to displace Eastside residents as the team embarks on a massive renovation of TIAA…