June 15, 2023
Jacksonville’s historic Friendship Fountain could reopen in the fall after two years of renovation, with a playground and picnic facilities…
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June 15, 2023
Former Clay County Schools superintendent may be interested in Duval job
Addison Davis, a former Duval Schools administrator, resigned Thursday as superintendent in Hillsborough County.…
June 15, 2023
More severe storms barrel through Northeast Florida
This unusual weather pattern is not likely to dissipate anytime soon. Friday’s risk of severe storms will stretch across the…
June 15, 2023
Duval jail kept medical provider despite lawsuits and deaths
Jacksonville leaders signed two contracts with Armor Correctional Health Services despite 570 lawsuits and inmate deaths across the country.…
June 15, 2023
Your cellphone or e-cigarette could be a fire risk
Jacksonville fire officials warn about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries found in electric cars and personal devices.…
June 15, 2023
Want free lunches for your kids this summer? This tool can help.
No Kid Hungry provides an interactive map and texting hotline. This year, the resource is also available via WhatsApp.…
June 14, 2023
Public involvement urged in Duval superintendent search
A representative of the Florida School Board Association says the public should be heavily involved in the search for Diane…
June 14, 2023
New rules for Duval Schools: crime reporting, dress codes and bathroom use
Updates to the district’s code of conduct will sharpen how crime and misconduct are reported, a response to criticism from…
June 14, 2023
Melissa Ross on joining the mayor’s team: ‘It’s a new chapter … a new opportunity’
WJCT radio host Melissa Ross is leaving First Coast Connect to serve as Donna Deegan’s director of strategic initiatives and…
June 14, 2023
Deegan announces executive team to lead City Hall
Jacksonville Mayor-elect Donna Deegan said her new executive team represents the culture of collaboration she wants to have as she…
June 14, 2023
Four Seasons development gets permits for foundation
The 176-room hotel, 25 condominium units and a six-story office building are under development by Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan.…
June 14, 2023
VyStar Foundation awards grants for veterans services
The foundation granted $197,092 to 10 nonprofit organizations that support active military, veterans, and their families.…
June 14, 2023
Nearly half of Jacksonville’s city swimming pools remain closed
Sixteen pools are closed because of staffing and maintenance problems. More than 100 lifeguard positions are vacant.…
June 13, 2023
Duval has nation’s highest risk of mpox outbreak
The CDC estimates Duval County has a 57% risk of an mpox outbreak this year. Health officials encourage people to…
June 13, 2023
FPL customers will get a break in July
State regulators approved a plan Tuesday that will trim FPL customers’ bills because of lower-than-expected costs of natural gas used…
June 13, 2023
Diving in: Atlantic Beach approves plan for splash pad
The Atlantic Beach City Commission this week approved its first splash pad at Donner Park. The attraction could be bubbling…
June 13, 2023
More Jacksonville homes built strictly for renters
Nearly 300 single-family homes were built last year specifically for renters, more than quadrupling the number available five years ago,…
June 13, 2023
Historic Ford plant in Jacksonville cleared for demolition
The property along the riverfront in Downtown’s Talleyrand area is envisioned for industrial development.…
June 13, 2023
International market will offer live seafood, groceries and food court
The RD International Market, the second in Florida, will open in a renovated Winn-Dixie on Beach Boulevard in the Hogan…
June 13, 2023
Steve Wozniak and Mike Krzyzewski are among Florida Forum speakers
Apple Computers co-founder Steve Wozniak and former Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski are on the Florida Forum lineup for 2023-24.…
June 13, 2023
JEA is replacing all 420,000 water meters
The utility has begun a four-year transition to new water meter technology that will make it easier to monitor how…
June 12, 2023
Jaguars vow to protect Eastside in stadium renovation
The Jacksonville Jaguars are promising not to displace Eastside residents as the team embarks on a massive renovation of TIAA…
June 12, 2023
Rents soar out of reach for typical Jacksonville families
A family needs almost $71,000 in annual income to afford the average rent in Jacksonville, new data shows.…
June 12, 2023
City reviewing permit for Riverfront Plaza cafe space
The $3.5 million project is one piece of the city’s plan to transform the former Jacksonville Landing into a 7.5-acre…