April 18, 2024
A judge this week dismissed a bankruptcy filed by the Berkman’s former developer, which clears the way for the auction…
April 17, 2024
Building owner responds to Sun-Ray Cinema rumors
Rumors spread on social media this week about the possible sale and demolition of the Sun-Ray Cinema building.…
March 25, 2024
Foreclosure auction canceled for Berkman II site
PB Riverfront Revitalization filed a bankrupcy petition Friday, three days before the property was scheduled to be auctioned.…
March 11, 2024
Berkman II property to be auctioned March 25
A court ordered the auction if debts aren’t paid on the riverfront property where a condo tower was imploded in…
December 1, 2023
$5 million gift helps Bolles build Center for Innovation
Dr. Dana Fender and his wife, Hope, have committed to match a $5 million gift from Frank Sanchez.…
October 17, 2023
Edge City, a landmark in Five Points, is sold to customer
Gunnel Humphreys has sold the speciality boutique after owning it for almost a half-century.…
October 16, 2023
Alcohol may be allowed while strolling along Riverwalks
The Downtown Investment Authority wants Jacksonville to allow open consumption of alcoholic beverages along the Northbank and Southbank Riverwalks.…
October 10, 2023
Florida Theatre to reopen Oct. 28 with ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’
The newly renovated Florida Theatre says it will reopen to the public on Oct. 28.…
October 6, 2023
RD River City Brewery project scheduled for final review
Miami-based Related Group plans 410 residential units on the Southbank, on the site of the former River City Brewing Co.…
October 4, 2023
Costs rising for RiversEdge development on Southbank
The city may increase the property tax rebate for the developer, Elements Development of Jacksonville LLC.…
October 3, 2023
$150,000 in grants considered for The Hub Brooklyn
The three buildings include Alder & Oak restaurant and bar; a rooftop bar; loft space for CD+urban; and a Southern…
August 17, 2023
$4.97 million loan approved for Greenleaf & Crosby Building
Jacksonville’s Downtown Investment Authority approved a forgivable loan package to finance improvements at the historic landmark.…
August 15, 2023
City picks Chicago law firm for stadium negotiations
The Sidley Austin LLP law firm recently represented the state of New York in stadium negotiations with the Buffalo Bills.…
August 7, 2023
Jacksonville University law school grows ‘brick by brick’
Twenty-seven students will compose the second cohort of juris doctor candidates at the JU College of Law, nearly twice as…
August 1, 2023
FSCJ partners with Navy for apprenticeship program
Students earn wages and benefits while learning a skilled trade at Naval Air Station Jacksonville.…
July 17, 2023
Former Mayor Lenny Curry joins government relations firm
Curry will take a position with Ballard Partners, which has offices in Jacksonville, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C.…
July 7, 2023
The Community Foundation commits $250,000 for small-business loans
A partnership with the JAX Microfinance Fund will support entrepreneurs, particularly women and people of color.…
July 7, 2023
Southeastern Grocers introduces new store brand
The Know & Love line will include products that are free of nearly 100 undesirable ingredients, the company says.…
June 30, 2023
Florida Theatre closing for extensive renovation
The next phase of improvements ahead of the venue’s 100th anniversary is scheduled for completion in October.…
June 7, 2023
Jacksonville Historical Society identifies city’s most endangered buildings
This year’s list includes architecturally significant commercial properties, churches, schools and homes.…
June 6, 2023
Jacksonville’s bicentennial bell will debut Wednesday
The 225-pound bronze monument to the city’s 200th anniversary will be displayed at the Main Library.…
June 5, 2023
Swisher pledges $1 million philanthropy strategy in 2023
The Jacksonville-based manufacturer of tobacco products will focus primarily on local causes and organizations.…
March 22, 2023
Hotel revenue hit all-time high for February
Jacksonville hotels reported that demand for rooms in February was even higher than before the pandemic.…
March 10, 2023
Daily’s in LaVilla gets initial design approval
Bold City Brewery plans to move its Downtown operations to the Daily’s site and add a restaurant.…