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Jacksonville’s historic warehouses tell the story of a city shaped by railroads, shipping, manufacturing and commerce.
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THE JAXSON | Warehouses of history: Jacksonville then and now

Jacksonville’s historic warehouses tell the story of a city shaped by railroads, shipping, manufacturing and commerce.…

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Jacksonville native Angie Nixon celebrates winning the Democratic primary nomination for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
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Democratic State Rep. Nixon upsets Vindman, will face Moody for U.S. Senate

State Rep. Angie Nixon, a staunch progressive who represents part of Jacksonville in the Florida House, defeated establishment favorite Lt.…

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Duval County Democratic Party Chair Millie Leeds, (center) is flanked by Jacksonville City Council member-elect Moné Holder (left) and Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Angie Nixon, following their victories on primary night, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
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Here were the local contests decided outright on Election Day in August

From school board to judges and state Legislature, here were the winners on Election Day, Tuesday, Aug. 18.…

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Pay to park spots on South 7th Street in Fernandina Beach, marked with street signs and the QR code to access the system. | Dan Scanlan, Jacksonville Today
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Voters kill paid parking in Fernandina Beach with overwhelming ‘yes’

Almost 75% of Fernandina Beach voters voted to ban paid parking in the center of the historic city’s Downtown.…

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See how Northeast Florida voted for state and federal offices

Live results from Tuesday’s primary election for Congress, governor, the Florida Legislature and others.…

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Ability Housing completes 92 units of affordable housing in St. Augustine

The Village of New Augustine is Ability Housing’s first project in St. Augustine. It won’t be the last.…

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Northeast Florida artists who've recently shared new albums (clockwise from top left): Druzin, Patrick Hagerman, Ulysses Owens Jr., Bad Madonna, The Something Specials, Taylor Roberts | Courtesy of the artists
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MUSIC | 6 new albums by Northeast Florida artists out now

Looking for new music recommendations? Try these new albums recently released by Northeast Florida artists.…

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St. Johns County voters will be asked in November about potentially paying a little extra to fund land conservation. | Noah Hertz, Jacksonville Today
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On St. Johns ballots in November: More funding for conservation?

St. Johns County voters will be asked whether they support a tax increase to help buy conservation land.…

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Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today. | Susan Giles Wantuck, WUSF
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Why Florida voters shouldn’t overlook today’s primary election

Many nonpartisan local contests, including school boards, are open to all voters.…

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Cathedral Arts Project Teaching Fellow in Strings Josh Stone, center, bows following a performance at the Riverside Arts Market on Saturday, May 2, 2026. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
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Military kids in city-funded Cathedral Arts Project arts programs saw academic gains

With city funding, the Cathedral Arts Project collaborated with the University of North Florida to provide military families arts education.…

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Concrete culverts and pipes are part of a new artificial reef about 28 miles off the Mayport jetties, at what is called Harm’s Ledge. | Jacksonville Offshore Sport Fishing Club
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New artificial reef sunk off Jacksonville, the first of its kind in years

An artificial reef made of concrete culverts will increase marine habitat and benefit anglers and divers.…

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Satellite photo of the Atlantic basin on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
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El Niño keeps Atlantic hurricane activity unusually quiet

Strong wind shear and dry air are suppressing hurricane activity across the Atlantic basin.…

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Community members raise their hands at a School Board meeting on June 10, 2024, in a show of support for keeping Holiday Hill Elementary open. | Megan Mallicoat, Jacksonville Today
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Duval School Board candidates take in more money than most in Florida

School board elections in Jacksonville have brought in a lot of money through individual, business and PAC support.…

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Signs lines the grass outside the San Marco Library, an early voting site in the August primary elections. | Jessica Palombo, Jacksonville Today
August 16, 2026

OPINION | The final stretch: Pre-primary election thoughts

Here are some of the major things to watch as primary election results come in Tuesday night.…

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A homeless person sleeps on Bay Street in Downtown Jacksonville on Feb. 15, 2024. | Michelle Corum, Jacksonville Today
August 14, 2026

Sulzbacher and Jacksonville plan 32 shelter beds for unhoused women

The Jacksonville City Council approved $413,900 to help the growing number of unhoused women.…

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A vote-by-mail ballot in Duval County. | File photo, Jacksonville Today
August 14, 2026

#AskJAXTDY | Will my ballot be rejected if my signature doesn’t match?

A Jacksonville Today reader says he’s older and disabled and his signature changes year to year.…

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The Fort George River off the Kingsley Plantation in North Jacksonville. | Florida History Online, University of North Florida
August 14, 2026

Second red tide alert issued near Fort George River in Jacksonville

Red tide, caused by a toxin-producing algae, was detected twice in four days near Heckscher Drive.…

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St. Johns County School Board District 1 candidates Kevin Allen and Beverly Slough. | Photos courtesy of the candidates
August 14, 2026

Incumbent defends St. Johns School Board seat from newcomer’s challenge

St. Johns County voters will decide whether to retain the longest-serving member on the School Board.…

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An illustration shows the Jacksonville Jaguars' "Stadium of the Future." | Jacksonville Jaguars
August 14, 2026

Jaguars adding temporary stadium seating to kick off 2026 season

The city has issued a permit to install temporary seating during the renovation of EverBank Stadium.…

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Will Lahnen, chair of Jacksonville City Council's Finance Committee, leads day one of the committee's budget review on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026. | City of Jacksonville
August 13, 2026

City Council panel ties arts and nonprofit funding to property tax vote

Council’s Finance Committee also rejected $4.9 million that Mayor Donna Deegan proposed for affordable housing.…

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A Flock Safety license plate reader is seen along a public road, Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, in Houston. | David Goldman, AP file
August 13, 2026

Flock announces changes amid backlash over surveillance cameras

Police in Northeast Florida use hundreds of Flock cameras to track criminals and missing people.…

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"And Then There Were None" opens in Amelia Island this weekend. | Amelia Community Theatre
August 13, 2026

WHAT TO DO | ‘And Then There Were None’; BeeFare; Florida Skimboarding Pro/Am

A murder mystery play in Amelia Island, a celebration of bees in Jacksonville and a skimboarding tournament in Vilano Beach…

Featured image for “St. Augustine takes steps to protect conservation lands”
The Fish Island Preserve is a natural wildlife area within St. Augustine's city limits. The city owns a chunk of the 62-acre passive park. The state owns the rest. | Noah Hertz, Jacksonville Today
August 13, 2026

St. Augustine takes steps to protect conservation lands

The City Commission may require a unanimous vote to remove a parcel’s conservation protection. …

Featured image for “Eat and drink like a local on St. Augustine’s West King Street”
A four-block section of West King Street is home to eclectic small businesses and a tasty food and dining scene. | Noah Hertz, Jacksonville Today
August 13, 2026

Eat and drink like a local on St. Augustine’s West King Street

Off the beaten path of St. Augustine’s main commercial hub, West King Street has a for-the-locals vibe.…