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Some of the thousands of fans who flocked to The Amelia concours d'Elegance check out a row of rare Denzel sports cars built in Austria. | Dan Scanlan, WJCT News 89.9
February 28, 2024

The Amelia draws thousands for classic cars and racing stars

The region’s largest automobile event hits Amelia Island this weekend for the 29th time as The Amelia rumbles in with…

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The St. Johns River Ferry. | JTA
February 28, 2024

Mayport ferry operator files for bankruptcy; service unaffected

The JTA, which owns the ferry service, says there will be no affect on people who use the ferry or…

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Temisha Hill, president of Unified Community Investors, gives her opinion on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, about a planned resolution to condemn historic redlining. She described deeper problems she says permeate her community due to generational housing discrimination. | The Tributary
February 28, 2024

City Council resolution would decry housing discrimination

City Councilman Jimmy Peluso is crafting a resolution that would denounce redlining practices that have existed in the city for…

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Construction of the Jacksonville Armada stadium is scheduled to start July 31. | News4Jax
February 28, 2024

Construction pushed back for Armada soccer stadium

Construction will now start July 31 near EverBank Stadium. The Armada stadium is supposed be finished by March 1, 2026.…

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A driver hands money to a man panhandling at University Boulevard at Beach Boulevard. | Dan Scanlan, WJCT News 89.9
February 28, 2024

69 arrested since Jacksonville banned panhandling

Hundreds of people have been cited since the city made it illegal to panhandle or to give money to panhandlers.…

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Mayor Donna Deegan presents 904Ward Director of Equity Regina Newkirk Rucci a resolution celebrating Black History Month. Deegan announced the creation of an African American Advisory Board on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, at City Hall. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
February 28, 2024

Deegan forms African American Advisory Board

The board will enable residents to share information and perspective with Mayor Donna Deegan. Appointments are expected later in the…

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The Rev. James Bodie speaks to 100-plus people at the ICARE meeting Monday night in Arlington. | Dan Scanlan, WJCT News 89.9
February 27, 2024

After more shootings, ICARE pushes for solutions

ICARE, a community group made up of church members, is pushing Sheriff T.K. Waters to implement a Safe Communities program…

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Leonard Cure's mother, Mary Cure, speaks during a news conference Tuesday, Feb. 27. | News4Jax
February 27, 2024

Family sues Camden sheriff and sergeant over son’s death

The family of Leonard Cure sued after Sgt. Buck Aldridge shot and killed him during a traffic stop in Kingsland,…

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An electrical fire in the bakery at Community Loaves in Murray Hill has forced the business to move to a lighter operation until repairs can be made. | Community Loaves.
February 27, 2024

Popular Murray Hill bakery in need of help after fire

Community Loaves hopes the community will help keep employees on the payroll by buying gift cards while the business gets…

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Deloris Barr Weaver
February 27, 2024

Delores Barr Weaver donates $61 million for nonprofits

The donation is the largest in the 60-year history of The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida.…

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Zay Tucker is a lifeguard at the Emmett Reed Community Pool in Brentwood. He stopped for a photo minutes before the pool opened for the summer in July 2023. Tucker has served as a lifeguard for five years. "I know a lot of people. I like seeing people I know and friends that live over here. It's cool," Tucker said. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
February 27, 2024

Jacksonville works to open more swimming pools this year

Many Jacksonville pools did not open last summer due to a lack of lifeguards. The city is raising pay this…

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February 26, 2024

St. Johns River Ferry resumes service on Tuesday

The St. Johns River Ferry will resume service on Tuesday, Feb. 27, after service was suspended for three weeks…

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February 26, 2024

New 324 area code launches Monday in Jacksonville area

All 904? No more. Starting today, anyone requesting a new phone number or an extra line in the Jacksonville area…

Featured image for “Survivors of Klan terror in Murray Hill share their story with Jacksonville leaders 60 years later”
Iona Godfrey King and Donal King speak with Jacksonville City Council President Ron Salem about a bombing that took place in their North Riverside neighborhood in February 1964 on Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
February 25, 2024

Survivors of Klan terror in Murray Hill share their story with Jacksonville leaders 60 years later

Donal Godfrey survived a Ku Klux Klan bombing in Murray Hill at age 6. He shared his story with City…

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Belvedere Terminals has encountered opposition in other areas of the state outside Jacksonville. This sign was posted in Ormond Beach. | Molly Duerig, WMFE News
February 23, 2024

Proposed fuel farm may be moved outside Dinsmore area

Belvedere Terminals wants to build several fuel storage hubs across Florida, but it has met stiff opposition to placing one…

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A homebuilder in St. Johns County is accused of abandoning projects in Nocatee. | News4Jax
February 23, 2024

Nocatee homebuilder charged with fleecing buyers

Spencer Calvert, owner of Pineapple Corp., was arrested after people put down thousands of dollars on homes that were never…

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Lumpia from Abstrack Filipino is featured in a new exhibit at the Beaches Museum. | Katie Rider, Beaches Museum.
February 23, 2024

New exhibit explores the culinary history of the Beaches

A new exhibit at the Beaches Museum will explore the history and culture surrounding food in the Beaches area.…

Featured image for “‘Magical’ youth baseball complex opens on Southside”
The Bragan Baseball Complex at Fort Family Regional Park has three new artificial turf baseball fields, clubhouse with concession stand and shaded bleachers. | Dan Scanlan, WJCT News 89.9
February 23, 2024

‘Magical’ youth baseball complex opens on Southside

The Bragan Baseball Complex includes three fields to help children from underserved communities learn baseball.…

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February 23, 2024

Major Florida health plan heads to governor

The wide-ranging plan seeks to keep more doctors in Florida, promote innovation and shift patients away from emergency rooms.…

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February 23, 2024

Legislature restricts driving in the left lane

A bill sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis would prohibit driving in the left lane on highways except under certain conditions,…

Featured image for “‘Pull the crews out.’ Dramatic video captures Rise Doro fire”
A Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department drone shows the Rise Doro fire at its height. after the roof had burned out and floors collapsed inside. | Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department
February 22, 2024

‘Pull the crews out.’ Dramatic video captures Rise Doro fire

The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department released a video showing the fire growing out of control at the Rise Doro…

Featured image for “Legislature approves social media ban for kids”
The "Social Media Use for Minors" bill was passed by the Florida Senate on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024. | Lauren Witte, Fresh Take Florida
February 22, 2024

Legislature approves social media ban for kids

HB 1 bans all kids under 16 from using social media and requires everyone else to prove they are adults…

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The Duval County Public Schools administration building, with a bronze statue of children reading in front of it. | Claire Heddles, Jacksonville Today
February 22, 2024

Enrolling in Duval County Public Schools | JAX TODAY GUIDE 2024

If you’re looking to enroll a first-time student in Duval Schools or switch schools for this coming fall, a Feb.…

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Whitey's Fish Camp, with restaurant, bar, marina and RV park. | Stephen Dirksen/Whitey's Fish Camp Facebook
February 22, 2024

Whitey’s Fish Camp for sale after 60 years

The owners say they just want to retire. They hope the buyer will keep everything just as it is.…