July 28, 2023Daily’s proposal in LaVilla is put on holdMayor Donna Deegan and City Council member Jimmy Peluso called for a one-month delay for more community input.…By Mike Mendenhall - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 28, 2023Obelisk rises over JU entrance as a tribute to Arlington and JaxThe 31-foot-tall piece of art decorates a new traffic circle in front of Jacksonville University, reflecting the history and nature…By Dan Scanlan
July 27, 2023National accrediting agency put Duval jail on probation, records showThe National Commission on Correctional Health Care warned the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office three months ago that the jail’s medical care…By Nichole Manna - The Tributary
July 27, 2023Clark’s Fish Camp will be rebuilt and retain the fish camp vibeThe new owner is Jim Franks, who also owns Flying Fish Taphouse. Reconstruction will take over a year, he says.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 27, 2023Some Jacksonville pools remain in disrepair even if they’re openOne mother from Arlington is frustrated by the conditions and canceled swim lessons. “It’s disgusting, and I am just really…By Dan Scanlan
July 27, 2023How a phone call is bringing Angie’s Subs to Jacksonville International AirportThe Jacksonville Beach institution plans to open in early 2024 in Concourse A, beyond the security checkpoint.…By Mark Basch - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 27, 2023Tillie K. Fowler Nature Center reopens after months of repairsThe nature center gives visitors an up-close experience with live snakes, frogs, turtles, lizards and other wildlife native to Florida.…By Steven Ponson
July 27, 2023Here’s a chance to meet with Jacksonville’s mayorMayor Donna Deegan has scheduled a series of public meetings to hear what’s on people’s minds. One meeting will take…By Jacksonville Today
July 27, 2023What should replace the World Golf Hall of Fame?St. Johns County is seeking input from residents on what to do with the properties when the hall of fame…By Mark Basch - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 27, 2023Jacksonville’s tax rate likely to remain flatCity Council accepted a flat tax rate proposed by Mayor Donna Deegan, but your tax bill still could increase because…By Mike Mendenhall - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 27, 2023Climate change may increase risk of mosquito-borne illnessFlorida, along with other parts of the country, has been getting hotter and wetter — ideal conditions for mosquitoes to…By Stephanie Colombini - WUSF
July 26, 2023City Council hires consultant as stadium talks nearThe Jacksonville City Council voted to contract with Michael Huyghue & Associates LLC, a sports and entertainment consulting firm based…By Casmira Harrison
July 26, 2023Southern Grounds opens second shop at Jacksonville airportThe new Southern Grounds coffee shop, restaurant and bar is outside the security checkpoint at Jacksonville International Airport.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 26, 2023Former Duval superintendent to lead national literacy nonprofitDiana Greene is the new CEO of Children’s Literacy Initiative, a nonprofit aimed at equity in education.…By Claire Heddles
July 26, 2023A novel tool to fight erosion: oyster shellsThe University of North Florida launched a project Wednesday to build beds of oyster shells to protect the shoreline, especially…By Joshua Pantano
July 26, 2023Salvation Army pays $4 million for LaVilla buildingThe nonprofit plans to move its headquarters to the building at 800 W. Monroe St. within six months.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 26, 2023Clark’s Fish Camp sold for $1.4 millionClark’s Fish Camp closed last year after 47 years in business. Flooding caused structural damage after Hurricanes Irma, Matthew and…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 25, 2023On housing, homelessness and health care, Jax committee passes learnings to new Council Jacksonville’s Critical Quality of Life Committee has presented its final report to guide policy for helping low-income people.…By Will Brown
July 25, 2023Sheriff T.K. Waters explains shift in jail’s health careThe Duval County jail will cut ties with Armor Correctional Health after a former inmate died. The new provider, NaphCare,…By Dan Scanlan
July 25, 2023UF picks Cathedral District for ‘JaxLab CityLab’ architecture programA University of Florida graduate program will occupy the third floor of St. Johns Episcopal Cathedral ‘s administrative building.…By Dan Scanlan
July 25, 2023St. Johns County residents can get grants to elevate their homesFive community meetings are set for residents who want to learn more about FEMA’s Flood Mitigation Assistance Program.…By Dan Scanlan
July 25, 2023CSX donates $10 million toward Jacksonville UF graduate centerThe University of Florida plans to build a health and financial technology graduate center in or near Downtown Jacksonville.…By David Crumpler - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 25, 2023Duval jail will dump troubled Armor health providerThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office intends to end its contract with Armor Correctional Health Care, which is accused of denying inmates…By Nichole Manna - The Tributary
July 25, 2023Four Seasons confirms hotel planned for JacksonvilleThe company said it is working on a riverfront development with Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan. An opening is planned…By Randy Roguski