July 6, 2023
Very warm sea surface temperatures are expected to override the effects of a developing El Niño.…
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July 6, 2023
Plant-based pizza joint planned at Hodges Pointe Plaza
Wild Pie is building in the space vacated by Brucci’s Pizza West Beaches. It will be Wild Pie’s first restaurant…
July 6, 2023
Homes and town homes under construction near San Jose
When completed, the Lennar development in Hardwick Farms will include 457 town homes and 130 single-family homes.…
July 6, 2023
HCA Florida buys Arlington land for stand-alone ER
The city and St. Johns River Water Management District are reviewing applications for the project along Merrill Road, west of…
July 6, 2023
Riverfront Plaza construction set to begin — again
Construction is scheduled to start next week after a month’s delay to allow events like the July Fourth fireworks show.…
July 5, 2023
Duval considers cutting magnet school bus routes, other cost-saving options
To cut costs, Duval is combining a two magnet school bus routes and might end routes with low ridership. Bigger…
July 5, 2023
Detour ahead: East Bay Street will be closed next week
East Bay Street will be closed for three days between North Liberty Street and A. Philip Randolph Boulevard so the…
July 5, 2023
Leaders picked for powerful Jacksonville city committees
City Council member Nick Howland will lead the council’s Finance Committee, and Terrance Freeman will lead the Rules Committee.…
July 5, 2023
Pro golfer Fred Funk buys $2.5 million home in South Jax
The former winner of The Players Championship bought the home in the gated community of Glen Kernan Golf & Country…
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.…
July 5, 2023
Community activist Ben Frazier will be laid to rest Saturday
Frazier’s visitations and funeral are scheduled for The Bethel Church, the city’s oldest Baptist church.…
July 5, 2023
JEA agrees to 20-year solar power deal
The $400.8 million agreement with the Florida Municipal Power Agency is the utility’s second new solar energy purchase in 2023.…
July 4, 2023
A Jacksonville mother helped change the law for families of murdered children
A new Florida law is named after Curtis Williamson, whose 1997 death was ruled a homicide. Curtis’ mother fought to…
June 30, 2023
Who earns the most in Jacksonville city government?
JEA, the city-owned utility, accounts for 27 of 70 positions that earn more than $200,000 a year, according to an…
June 30, 2023
Meet Banks — the new baby jaguar at the Jacksonville zoo
Banks’ name was selected in a public naming contest that raised $21,494 to care for the zoo’s jaguars.…
June 30, 2023
A family meeting: Father-son council members sit down to discuss priorities
Under law, Matt and Joe Carlucci have to walk a narrow line when they get together, so they let the…
June 30, 2023
Duval students lag in math and reading in new state testing results
Duval students shined in some specialized classes, such as biology and algebra, but lagged statewide averages in core topics.…
June 30, 2023
Mayor-elect Deegan announces more top staff at City Hall
Former City Council members, businesspeople and others will fill positions in the administration of mayor-elect Donna Deegan.…
June 30, 2023
Corner Lot begins construction of apartments in Springfield
The Corner on Main development will include 201 apartments with restaurant and retail space.…
June 30, 2023
Hear the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus in its new home
As the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus prepares for a summer concert series in England, it will have its first rehearsal open…
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 30, 2023
AAA offers free tows in Florida and Georgia for July 4th weekend
The Tow to Go program provides free rides for impaired drivers. A tow truck will transport the driver and vehicle…
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 29, 2023
St. Johns County Administrator Hunter Conrad suddenly resigns
Conrad gave no reason in a resignation letter Thursday. He resigned a day before the county commission planned to discuss…