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The city of Jacksonville has fully launched a new healthcare program designed to connect uninsured individuals with physicians virtually. l National Cancer Institute via Unsplash.
October 7, 2024

Uninsured Jax residents can now reach physicians virtually

Jacksonville has launched a program to link uninsured residents with physicians without going to the emergency room.…

By Steven Ponson

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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.…

By Randy Roguski

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A Jacksonville Jaguars fan cheers during the second half of the game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Jacksonville. | AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack
October 6, 2024

SPORTS | Jaguars earn first win of season in remarkable fashion

There are a lot of “ifs,” but the win on Sunday against the Colts keeps hope of a significant season…

By Cole Pepper

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Lighting fixtures that may be part of an artistic lighting display are shown Thursday, Oct. 3, 2024, at the underpass of Edgewood Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard. | Casmira Harrison, Jacksonville Today
October 4, 2024

Murray Hill underpass is about to get lit

A final design could be reviewed next week for a light display at the underpass of Edgewood Avenue and Roosevelt…

By Casmira Harrison

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Monday is the deadline to register to vote.
October 4, 2024

Mail ballots flow in as voter registration deadline nears

Monday is the final day to register to vote in Florida ahead of the Nov. 5 general election.…

By Steven Ponson

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A police officer guides traffic around a fallen tree on Hogan Road the morning after Hurricane Helene passed near Jacksonville. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
October 4, 2024

Hurricane Helene debris killed Duval toddler

A new National Weather Service report details the impact of Hurricane Helene on Duval County…

By Dan Scanlan

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Baptist Health and Florida Blue reached an agreement, but some patients will still face changes.
October 3, 2024

Despite Baptist Health deal, challenges remain for patients

Seniors and low-income people may feel the biggest reverberations from the Baptist Health-Florida Blue agreement.…

By Will Brown

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This is Feeding Northeast Florida's 110,000-square-foot facility. l Steven Ponson, Jacksonville Today
October 3, 2024

Hunger grows among active duty military

Nearly 1 in 5 active duty service members in Northeast Florida are struggling with hunger, according to Feeding Northeast Florida.…

By Steven Ponson

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William Martin Brewer III, found shot to death early on May 4th, 1988. | JSO
October 3, 2024

Investigators reopen 36-year-old cold case in Murray Hill

As part of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s regular revival of cold case homicides, a 1988 shooting death at Murray Hill Park…

By Dan Scanlan

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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.…

By Randy Roguski

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A police photo shows a bullet hole after a man fired 18 shots at the car of two undercover detectives. | Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
October 3, 2024

Two accused of shooting 18 times at undercover detectives

The detectives were unharmed in the shooting at Florida Avenue and East 22nd Street.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Ellen Glasser has withdrawn from the race for Atlantic Beach mayor. | Ellen Glasser for Mayor, Facebook
October 3, 2024

Ellen Glasser withdraws from Atlantic Beach mayoral race

Glasser, a former Atlantic Beach mayor, said she does not have the stamina to continue in the race or govern.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Florida's legislature approved the naming of part of New Kings Road north of Moncrief Road in honor of Johnnie Mae Chappell, who was shot to death there in 1964. | Google  
October 2, 2024

Remembering the racial killing of Johnnie Mae Chappell

A historic marker will honor a Jacksonville mother who was gunned down in 1964 by white men out to kill…

By Dan Scanlan

Featured image for “Hastings, Florida’s Potato Capital, aims to become a weekend getaway destination”
Hastings’ once-bustling main drag is quiet most days. But some buildings that were long vacant have been filled with businesses in the last year. | Noah Hertz, Jacksonville Today
October 2, 2024

Hastings, Florida’s Potato Capital, aims to become a weekend getaway destination

Hastings was once a roaring hub for agriculture in Florida. Now, local efforts are underway to get it noticed again.…

By Noah Hertz

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Members of Raines High School's national alumni association gather before a School Board meeting Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. | Megan Mallicoat, Jacksonville Today
October 2, 2024

Duval School Board clears path toward closing 18 schools

The board approved a five-year plan that suggests closing schools, but more votes and meetings would be required.…

By Megan Mallicoat

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AdventHealth plans to expand its hospital system to St. Johns County with a new ER. | AdventHealth
October 2, 2024

AdventHealth plans expansion into St. Johns County

AdventHealth, one of the largest faith-based health systems in the U.S., plans a freestanding emergency room southwest of St. Augustine.…

By Noah Hertz

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New works by Spanish artist Pablo Vindel are on view at Flagler College’s Crisp-Ellert Art Museum. | David Zarzoso
October 2, 2024

ARTS PICKS | Oct. 5-7

An artist-led tour in St. Augustine, hip-hop festival in LaVilla and Brazilian music at Jacksonville Beach are this weekend’s Arts…

By Matthew Shaw

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Dale Walker has been a member of the International Longshoremen's Association Local 1408 for more than 20 years. He was among union members who picketed along Heckscher Drive on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, during the ILA's first work stoppage since 1977. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
October 1, 2024

Jacksonville Longshoremen demonstrate amid national work stoppage

More than 1,800 people are demonstrating as the International Longshoremen’s Association strikes across the Eastern Seaboard.…

By Will Brown

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October 1, 2024

THE JAXSON | The ‘malling’ of Baymeadows

A look at the rise, repositioning and survival of Deerwood Village Mall, one of the Southside’s oldest shopping malls.…

By Ennis Davis

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Hubbard House CEO Gail Patin speaks during the kickoff of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Flanking her are Kellie Franklin of St. Johns County's Betty Griffin Center and Julia Edwards of Clay County's Quigley House. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
October 1, 2024

Duval’s domestic violence homicides hit 8-year low

Advocates say much work remains as they kicked off Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Tuesday.…

By Dan Scanlan

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MOSH plans an expanded museum on the Northbank.
October 1, 2024

Jacksonville kicks in $50M for new MOSH on Northbank

MOSH will receive the money over three years to move from the Southbank, its home since 1969.…

By Dan Scanlan

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People sit outside tents on East Adams Street in Downtown Jacksonville, near North Liberty Street. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
October 1, 2024

Firefighters aid homeless as anti-camping law takes effect

A new Florida law bars local governments from allowing homeless people to sleep or camp in public.…

By Dan Scanlan

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October 1, 2024

Thousands of Baptist Health patients will keep coverage under Florida Blue deal

With just hours to spare, Baptist Health and Florida Blue reached an agreement early Tuesday over health care reimbursements.…

By Will Brown

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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.…

By Randy Roguski

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