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A new farmland development law is one of a string wresting power over development away from local government.…
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Duval Schools and Jaguars Foundation celebrate students for Hispanic Heritage Month
The school district honored winners of its annual Hispanic Heritage Month essay contest.…
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Getting up close and personal with worms at Marineland’s Whitney Lab
Researchers are studying a marine worm that can regenerate body parts. Might the worm benefit humans?…
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Café Nairobi roasts Kenyan coffee in Jacksonville
Martin Kakabi has expanded his Kenyan coffee line from farmers markets to Fresh Market — and he hopes to grow…
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Formula E race team showcases new sponsor: Paysafe in Jacksonville
Paysafe, whose U.S. headquarters is in Jacksonville, unveils its sponsorship of a 200-mph Formula E race car just blocks from…
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Forecasters are monitoring the Gulf for possible tropical development
Gradual development of a tropical system is possible this week, and Jacksonville is in for heavy rain.…
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Last remaining Hooters location in Jacksonville permanently closes its doors
The last remaining Hooters restaurant in Jacksonville has permanently closed.…
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Rep. Wyman Duggan announces run for mayor in challenge to Donna Deegan
Duggan cited affordability and turmoil at the city’s independent authorities as campaign priorities.…
October 2, 2026
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters files to seek reelection
Waters is touting lower crime and reduced gang violence since he won the office in November 2022.…
October 2, 2026
Developers offer first look at plans for Hard Rock Hotel in Jacksonville
The Hard Rock on Bay Street would include a 350-key hotel and 152 residences, plus restaurants and event space.…
October 1, 2026
Florida forecast: Much-needed rain on the way, too much?
Florida finally has a meaningful opportunity to put a dent in its drought, but the same prolonged wet pattern that…
October 1, 2026
Domestic abuse killed more people in Duval County last year
Prosecutors and social service providers released new data to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month.…
October 1, 2026
New Venetia Elementary plan a prototype for future Duval elementary schools
It was standing room only at Hyde Grove Elementary on Tuesday, with 100 people packed into the cafeteria, sitting in…
October 1, 2026
Grafton & Fleck’s steakhouse will soon replace Ragtime Tavern in Atlantic Beach
The steakhouse, with a rooftop lounge, broke ground Wednesday. It is expected to open by summer 2027.…
October 1, 2026
Education commissioner tells districts to remove sexually explicit books
Commissioner Henry Mack said districts will be held accountable if they don’t remove books even without a complaint.…
October 1, 2026
Clay County woman accused of draining $100K from disabled person in her care
Inez Sullivan is accused of transferring the disabled person’s money to her own account for more than seven years.…
October 1, 2026
DeSantis exercises ‘unprecedented’ power to label groups ‘domestic terrorists’
A new law makes it a crime to provide “material support’ to domestic terrorist organizations.…
October 1, 2026
WHAT TO DO | Island Hop Beer & Spirits Fest; ‘Floribunda’ opening; Pride Fest; Crocodile talk
A craft beer & spirits fest in Fernandina Beach; the Floribunda art opening in Riverside; Jacksonville’s annual LGBT pride parade…
September 30, 2026
#AskJAXTDY | How will JEA’s new electric and water rates affect me?
JEA says average electric bills are expected to get lower, despite an Oct. 1 rate increase, while water bills will…
September 30, 2026
Duval School Board to consider allowing guns in cars on school property
Duval County Schools may change its policy and allow employees to store guns in their cars at school.…
September 30, 2026
Military priority at TSA, gate access for non-flyers begin at Jacksonville airport this week
As the holiday travel season looms, TSA reminded travelers what not to bring with them as they board an airplane…
September 30, 2026
Mentally ill defendants in Florida jails are waiting months for treatment: Lawsuit
Disability Rights Florida estimates that at least 650 defendants are awaiting transfer to a state hospital across Florida…
September 29, 2026
State attorney general subpoenas JTA amid transit agency’s budget woes
The subpoena demands JTA provide contracts and communications linked to vendors, services, and former CEO Nat Ford.…
September 29, 2026
Jacksonville Housing Authority board member sues agency over loss of her own housing aid
A member of the Jacksonville Housing Authority is suing the agency she oversees for terminating her housing assistance.…