September 20, 2023
The Obelisk in front of Jacksonville University was officially dedicated as a public art piece on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023.…
September 20, 2023
Public-private partnership OKd to manage The Amp, Ponte Vedra Concert Hall
St. Johns County’s two best-known concert venues will now be operated by a nonprofit, after commissioners approved a public-private partnership…
September 20, 2023
ARTS PICKS | Sept. 22-24
This weekend is all about music, from national headliners in St. Augustine to a local jazz trio taking on “A…
September 20, 2023
Gateway Jax launches plans for Downtown development that could reach $2B
A $500 million mixed-used development in Downtown Jacksonville with apartments and a grocery store is Phase 1 of a project…
September 20, 2023
Three South Jacksonville hotels being transformed into apartments
Two troubled hotels off Baymeadows Road and one near University and Bowden are being turned into apartments averaging $1,000 to…
September 19, 2023
THE JAXSON | 9 Hispanic Jax history facts
here are nine stories that suggest Hispanic influence on the development and culture of Jacksonville is just as old as…
September 19, 2023
Mayor: ‘Everything’s on the table’ when it comes to city ownership of EverBank Stadium
Though she likes city ownership of EverBank Stadium, Mayor Donna Deegan says all options are being considered at negotiations begin.…
September 19, 2023
Going to St. Augustine’s Sing Out Loud Fest this weekend?
Parking and road closure info for the 2023 Sing Out Loud Festival in St. Augustine…
September 19, 2023
Proposed tax on restaurants might be toast after Jax City Council committee withdraws bill
A proposal to impose a new tax on Jacksonville restaurants and hotels to help the homeless population has hit a…
September 18, 2023
OPINION | Where did Deegan go wrong? Lessons from the failed Ferraro and DeFoor nominations
Two failed nominations reveal a surprising lack of understanding of how the City Council actually works and thinks.…
September 18, 2023
DeSantis celebrates first responder bonuses with Jacksonville firefighters and police
Florida’s governor joined police and fire fighters in Jacksonville to talk about the state’s first responder bonuses.…
September 18, 2023
Gov. DeSantis awards Clay County over $3.5M infrastructure grant
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday awarded more than $3.5 million to the Clay County Board of County Commissioners through the…
September 18, 2023
UNF poll: 51% say Jags should pay for stadium renovation with no city funding
Just over half of those polled oppose using public money on stadium upgrades, but support goes up when faced with…
September 18, 2023
Jaguars to host Community Huddles on stadium plans in Nassau and St. Johns counties this week
Negotiations on the new stadium are set to begin soon, and the team is asking to split the cost to…
September 18, 2023
Historic cars and historic fort unite for fundraiser
Visitors will pack Fort Clinch on Saturday to see an estimated 60 vintage and classic cars. The event supports the…
September 17, 2023
SPORTS | Lots of work to do for Jaguars
In game two against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Jaguars showed they have a long way to go to reach…
September 15, 2023
Camden County acquittal raises questions about police
A jury acquitted Varshan Brown of murder after sheriff’s deputies shot and killed his cousin while serving a search warrant.…
September 15, 2023
Dreamette expanding in Northwest Jacksonville
The shop’s operator says it will help fill a shortage of food and entertainment options on the growing Northside.…
September 15, 2023
Just in time, EverBank name goes up on Jags’ stadium
Signs beaming the stadium’s new name — EverBank Stadium — were going up Friday, two days before the Jaguars’ first…
September 15, 2023
Sewage spill puts Pottsburg Creek off limits
JEA warned people in the area against fishing or recreation in the affected waters. Drinking water is not affected.…
September 15, 2023
San Marco Theatre work approved for two storefronts
The city issued permits to divide the space for Iguana San Marco and Missy Riley Art & Pieces.…
September 15, 2023
Over 100K new students got Florida school vouchers
A total of 242,929 students have enrolled in 2,098 private schools using vouchers through the state’s expanded programs.…
September 14, 2023
100 new voices sought for ‘Voces de Hispanos’ project, with Jax City Hall exhibit opening Monday
An oral history project with a City Hall exhibit is looking for 100 more Hispanic community members in the Jacksonville…
September 14, 2023
Proposed food and beverage tax sparks early debate
A proposed 1% tax on food and drinks would fund anti-homelessness programs in Jacksonville.…