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A private groundbreaking is set for January for Jacksonville's first Latter-day Saints temple in Mandarin. | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Jacksonville’s first Mormon temple sets groundbreaking

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will break ground for the temple on Jan. 24.…

By Dan Scanlan

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St. Augustine's Uptown neighborhood is just north of the historic downtown. | Noah Hertz, Jacksonville Today

Nights of Lights parking worries some business owners

One change, in particular, is raising concerns about Nights of Lights. See what the debate is all about.…

By Noah Hertz

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Feeding Northeast Florida serves 12 counties across Northeast Florida. Its CEO, Susan King, says fear and uncertainty caused by the federal expiration of SNAP benefits has led to a surge in demand. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville City Council to consider 2 bills for SNAP funding

The bills would provide financial support to Feeding Northeast Florida after cuts to federal SNAP benefits.…

By Will Brown

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James Luu, right, attends a Genesys Works professional development symposium on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, with other students in the job internship program. | Michelle Corum, Jacksonville Today

Genesys Works puts Duval high schoolers in jobs

The workforce development program places Duval County students in internship jobs with major employers.…

By Michelle Corum

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The Harris Teeter in Summerville, South Carolina. | Jacksonville Daily Record

Harris Teeter plans grocery in East Arlington

Harris Teeter expects to start construction in the spring at northwest Atlantic and Kernan boulevards.…

By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record

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Peg Leg Pete now stands now outside the Amelia Island Museum of History. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today

Donations sought to restore Peg Leg Pete in Fernandina

A fundraiser aims to raise $23,000 to repair the Peg Leg Pete statue and return it to the waterfront.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Gov. Ron DeSantis points to increases in fishing due to state management of the Florida Gulf red snapper season. The governor spoke Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, at the Amelia Island Marina, | News4Jax

Florida seeks to expand Atlantic red snapper season

The state is asking the federal government for permission to oversee red snapper fishing off Florida’s East Coast.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Sen. Clay Yarborugh

Jax lawmaker proposes oath for college instructors

Sen. Clay Yarborough filed a bill requiring that administrators and instructors pledge to serve as positive role models.…

By News Service of Florida

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Stunt pilot Warren Cilliers died in a crash Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. | St. Augustine Airport Facebook

Stunt pilot mourned after crash at Keystone Airport

Warren Cilliers was considered an exceptional pilot and talented mechanic. The cause of the crash is unknown.…

By Scott Johnson - News4Jax and Kelsey Bingham - News4Jax

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Unseasonable cold blast moves into Florida: What to expect

Temperatures will be about 20 degrees below average starting Tuesday morning. How long will it last?…

By Irene Sans - Storm Center

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People line up for a food distribution at Calvary Baptist Church on Dunn Avenue on Nov. 5. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today

Jax City Council to consider emergency aid as food banks see surge in demand

The Jacksonville City Council is expected to consider emergency legislation this week that would devote local dollars to help fill…

By Will Brown

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Camping World Stadium might host the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2027. | campingworldstadium.com

November 7, 2025

Jags reportedly pick Orlando for home games in 2027

An Orlando city commissioner says the Jaguars will play at Camping World Stadium while EverBank Stadium is renovated.…

By Justin Barney - News4Jax

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A potential Hard Rock Hotel is proposed on 2.02 acres at 500 E. Bay St., the site of the demolished Berkman II condominium along the St. Johns River. | Jacksonville Daily Record

November 7, 2025

Potential Hard Rock Hotel could seek public incentives

Developers outlined at least $40 million in incentives for a possible Hard Rock on the Northbank.…

By Joe Lister - Jacksonville Daily Record and Ric Anderson - Jacksonville Daily Record

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The latest design of the Shipyards West Park is 90% complete. It shows a new two-story event pavilion, a flex lawn, a Playscape, Riverwalk, sports/pickleball courts and trees, all planned to be bult by 2028. | City of Jacksonville

November 7, 2025

The next step on the riverfront: Shipyards West Park

Groundbreaking is planned next year on Shipyards West, one of many areas under development on the Northbank.…

By Dan Scanlan

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An aerial view of Apna Bazar at 11153 Beach Blvd. The grocer wants to expand to open an animal slaughterhouse.

November 7, 2025

No decision reached on Beach Boulevard slaughterhouse

The Jacksonville Planning Commission took a tie vote on whether Apna Bazar can expand with a slaughterhouse.…

By Joe Lister - Jacksonville Daily Record

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Representatives of the Black Power 96 radio station in St. Petersburg speak after a court hearing Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, in Jacksonville. | Michelle Corum, Jacksonville Today

November 6, 2025

Pinellas radio station argues 1st Amendment case in Jax

The radio station, Black Power 96, says Pinellas County withheld COVID relief funds for racial reasons.…

By Michelle Corum

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The entrance sign at Jacksonville International Airport. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today

November 6, 2025

Flight cutbacks could crimp travel at Jacksonville airport

Jacksonville travelers could enounter complications because of flight reductions ordered at other airports.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Passengers walk from a terminal at Philadelphia International Airport on Oct. 7, 2025. | Matt Rourke, AP

November 6, 2025

What to do if the government shutdown cancels your flight

See whether you’re entitled to a refund if your flight is canceled or delayed in the shutdown.…

By Josh Funk - Associated Press and Rio Yamat - Associated Press

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Tocoi River Estates sought to bring 205 homes off County Road 214 in St. Johns County. | Jacksonville Daily Record

November 6, 2025

St. Johns commission rejects 205-home development

A developer sought to resurrect a plan for homes on farmland off County Road 214.…

By J. Brooks Terry - Jacksonville Daily Record

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The science of the polar vortex

November 6, 2025

‘Polar vortex’ to bring Florida an early taste of winter

Frigid air will bring winter-like temperatures to Florida for Veterans Day. But what is the polar vortex, exactly?…

By Irene Sans - Storm Center

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Georgia Patrick says food distribution drives like the one that took place at Calvary Baptist Church on Dunn Avenue on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, will allow her family to eat this month. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today

November 5, 2025

Jaxsons face food decisions amid SNAP reductions

The Duval Care Coalition connects people affected by SNAP reductions with organizations that provide food.…

By Will Brown

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JEA headquarters is at 225 N. Pearl St. | Jacksonville Daily Record

November 5, 2025

JEA responds to government shutdown by halting late fees

JEA also will also ease criteria for struggling customers to qualify for payment extensions.…

By Mike Mendenhall

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St. Augustine conservation photographer Matt Keene captured this image of flowers.

November 5, 2025

Photographer turns back time to capture the outdoors

Photographer Matt Keene documents vulnerable ecosystems using an old-fashioned method called tintypes.…

By Michelle Corum

Featured image for “Duval DOGE questions autonomous vehicle program”

One of the Jacksonville Transit Authority's autonomous vans makes a test run recently on Gator Bowl Boulevard. A JTA staffer sits inside to take over if necessary. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today

November 5, 2025

Duval DOGE questions autonomous vehicle program

Some members of the Jacksonville City Council want to rethink funding for the autonomous vehicle program.…

By Mike Mendenhall

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