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An illustration shows Cathedral Place as it may look if a luxury hotel is approved at the property. | City of St. Augustine.
May 10, 2024

Hotelier has big plans for St. Augustine high-rise

Jalaram Hotels of St. Augustine wants to turn the historic Cathedral Place into a luxury hotel with a parking garage.…

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FSCJ's new mascot is the manta ray.
May 10, 2024

Welcome FSCJ’s new mascot: the Manta Ray

The Manta Ray was chosen in a public vote among three potential mascots. The others were the kraken and the…

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Children in the Durkeeville neighborhood wade into the waters at the Emmett Reed Swimming Pool on Friday, July 14, 2023.
May 9, 2024

Public pools in Duval, Clay, St. Johns set to open Memorial Day weekend

The unofficial start to summer will jump off with a splash as community pools in Jacksonville, Green Cove Springs and…

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Jacksonville Jaguars President Mark Lamping outlines the proposed renovation of EverBank Stadium during a "community huddle" on June 12, 2023. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
May 9, 2024

Here’s the schedule of ‘community huddles’ on stadium deal

The city of Jacksonville has scheduled five public meetings to explain a long-awaited agreement with the Jacksonville Jaguars to renovate…

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Ascension health care reported that it's dealing with a "cyber security event" across the country. l Shahadat Rahman via Unsplash.
May 9, 2024

Ascension heath system hit with ‘cyber security event’

The situation is disrupting some systems and clinical operations across the country, Ascension said.…

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A family photo of Mary Alice Pultz, whose remains were discovered in 1985 in a shallow grave on Crescent Beach. | St. Johns County Sheriff's office
May 9, 2024

Crescent Beach body finally identified after 39 years

The body of Mary Alice Pultz was discovered in a sand dune in 1985, but her identity was unknown until…

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The Wolverhampton Wanderers FC, better known as the Wolves, and West Ham United FC will play at EverBank Stadium at 7 p.m. July 27. | Jacksonville Daily Record
May 9, 2024

English Premier League soccer match coming to Jacksonville

The Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and West Ham United FC will play at EverBank Stadium at 7 p.m. July 27.…

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Marcus Stroud, a defensive lineman for the Jacksonville Jaguars from 2001 through 2007, plans to open Baby Got Brunch at 610 N. Julia St. Downtown. | Jacksonville Daily Record
May 9, 2024

Retired Jags player plans Downtown restaurant

Marcus Stroud, a defensive lineman for the Jaguars from 2001 through 2007, plans to open Baby Got Brunch at 610…

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May 9, 2024

Severe storms possible in North Florida through Friday

Several rounds of potentially dangerous thunderstorms are forecast for parts of North Florida on Thursday and Friday. Winds could exceed…

Featured image for “New Northside fire station could lower insurance costs”
A fire engine, tanker and rescue unit sit in front of the new Fire Station 47, which officially opened Thursday, May 9, 2024. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
May 9, 2024

New Northside fire station could lower insurance costs

Homeowners in the Pecan Park area will get better protection and save possibly 50% or more on insurance with a…

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Lori Boyer, CEO of Jacksonville's Downtown Investment Authority, speaks to City Council during a special meeting about the potential city investment in the redevelopment of the Laura Street Trio. | Screenshot from city of Jacksonville website
May 9, 2024

DIA expected to extend CEO’s contract next week

Lori Boyer has been CEO of the Downtown Investment Authority since 2019. Her contract is scheduled to end in June.…

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May 9, 2024

First-ever JaxReady Fest will set stage for hurricane season

The free festival includes informational sessions and interactive events. It runs Friday and Saturday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.…

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St. Johns County is selling off surplus property. | Frederick Warren, Unsplash.
May 9, 2024

St. Johns County to sell off surplus property this weekend

Items for sale include a number of pickup trucks and other vehicles as well as office equipment.…

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Jacksonville Fire and Rescue converges on a scene where a 2-year-old nearly drowned. | News4Jax
May 9, 2024

Strangers tag team CPR to save 2-year-old in pond

Bystanders and first responders resuscitated a girl who was discovered floating in a pond on Jacksonville’s Southside.…

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Florida orange juice will continue to flow at welcome centers targeting tourists who travel to the state, despite a promotional budget cut. | Florida Welcome Centers
May 9, 2024

Tourists can still get free orange juice entering Florida

Free orange juice will continue to flow at interstate welcome centers despite a budget cut for promotional efforts.…

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May 9, 2024

Heat index could hit triple digits in Jacksonville

Temperatures this week could be the hottest of the year across the Sunshine State, hitting mid- to upper-90s in North…

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May 8, 2024

Wanted: Bus drivers for Duval Schools

Duval Schools needs about 50 new bus drivers and some mechanics this fall.…

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Senior volunteers from the USS Orleck maritime museum, on the west side of the planned Shipyards West Park, look at design drawings for the site. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
May 8, 2024

Shipyards West Park: Here’s what’s planned

The plans, 60% complete, include a cafe, open lawn for events, boardwalk, sports courts, kayak and boat rental, and more.…

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Jacksonville University and the University of North Florida compete Sept. 23, 2023, at Southern Oak Stadium. | Official Florida FC
May 8, 2024

Sports foundation launched to bring events to Jax

The Jacksonville Sports Foundation will try to lure major sporting events to town. Meanwhile, the ASUN Conference is moving its…

Featured image for “Roundabout nearly done at Edgewood and Roosevelt”
The new Edgewood Avenue roundabout and medians are under construction. The Roosevelt Boulevard overpass is shown in the background. | Florida Department of Transportation
May 8, 2024

Roundabout nearly done at Edgewood and Roosevelt

State transportation officials say the project should improve traffic flow for drivers entering or exiting Roosevelt Boulevard.…

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The Jacksonville Jaguars have proposed the team and city share the cost of renovating EverBank Stadium. | Jacksonville Jaguars
May 8, 2024

Jaguars stadium deal to be revealed Tuesday

A long-awaited agreement on the Jaguars’ “Stadium of the Future” is ready to go to the City Council for review.…

Featured image for “DeSantis signs bill increasing penalties for street racing”
A state trooper on patrol along the Gandy Bridge in Tampa pulled over a Nissan GTR traveling over 100 mph on Oct. 20, 2023. The driver was charged with street racing. | Florida Highway Patrol via WUSF
May 8, 2024

DeSantis signs bill increasing penalties for street racing

Rep. Kiyan Michael, a Jacksonville Republican, co-sponsored the bill. She said current penalities have not been a deterrent for many…

Featured image for “Florida challenges feds on gender-affirming care”
Members of the LGBTQ community protested the gender-affirming care ban at a medical board meeting. | Daylina Miller, WUSF Pubic Media
May 8, 2024

Florida challenges feds on gender-affirming care

Florida says a federal health care rule clashes with the state’s efforts to restrict treatments for transgender people.…

Featured image for “Home2 Suites hotel opens in Brooklyn area”
Home2 Suites by Hilton Downtown Jacksonville is an all-suites property at 600 Park St. in Brooklyn. | Corner Lot
May 8, 2024

Home2 Suites hotel opens in Brooklyn area

The Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown is an all-suites property at 600 Park St. Players Grille will open there…