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May 25, 2023

Jacksonville on track for extra $100 million in property tax

New construction and a strong real estate market will generate nearly $112 million extra in property taxes at the current…

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May 25, 2023

Home sells for record $16.25 million in Ponte Vedra Beach

The home was sold to Edward and Kristianna Mylett of Chino Hills, California. He is a writer, podcaster and motivational…

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The amount of contaminated recyclables in Jacksonville has dropped by 22%.
May 25, 2023

St. Augustine sets up glass recycling sites

The city’s solid waste division has set up special bins to collect glass at three sites.…

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May 25, 2023

Local law enforcement condemns violence against officers

Sheriffs and prosecutors say the public seems to have grown apathetic about attacks on police officers and police dogs.…

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May 25, 2023

National Hurricane Center predicts near average hurricane season

The preliminary forecast from the National Hurricane Center predicts 12 to 17 named storms, with five to nine hurricanes and…

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May 25, 2023

A full slate of remembrances for Memorial Day

Multiple communities on the First Coast will remember the nation’s war dead with ceremonies in parks and at Jacksonville National…

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Thin Veil, 2021, by Bo Bartlett (American, b. 1955). Oil on linen, 82 x 100 inches. © Image courtesy of the artist and Miles McEnery Gallery, New York, NY
May 25, 2023

ARTS PICKS | May 26-28

Southern Gothic drama in a new show at MOCA, insiders’ picks for the Jacksonville Jazz Fest and experimental rock are…

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May 24, 2023

Florida-Georgia game extended two years

The Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs have extended their agreement to play football in Jacksonville through 2025.…

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May 24, 2023

USS Orleck reopens on Jacksonville’s waterfront

A new ramp connecting the stern of the retired Navy destroyer to a wooden walkway means the USS Orleck is…

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May 24, 2023

Subaru of Jacksonville developing another dealership

Construction has been approved for Subaru of Jacksonville to develop a dealership in East Arlington near its existing facility.…

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May 24, 2023

Former GE Oil & Gas plant will lay off 183

Baker Hughes Co. now operates the Westside Jacksonville plant, which will close next year as part of a restructuring.…

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May 24, 2023

Boating safety urged as Memorial Day weekend approaches

Law enforcement will crack down on boating under the influence and speed-zone violations as the summer season begins.…

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May 24, 2023

Road Ranger driver charged after pickup went off Buckman Bridge

The driver for the motorist-assistance program was cited for careless driving after pushing the pickup off the bridge.…

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May 24, 2023

From pianos to percussion, Jazz Fest will pulse through the weekend

The Jacksonville Jazz Festival will return Downtown on Thursday through Sunday with live music from big-name artists and locals.…

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May 24, 2023

#AskJAXTDY | What happened to the giant bronze statue at the airport?

Hoy es Hoy, the 13-foot bronze statue at the Jacksonville Airport, has gone missing. Here’s where she’s headed next.…

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May 24, 2023

Big changes coming Thursday with Beach Boulevard construction

Drivers turning left from Beach Boulevard onto Southside Boulevard will encounter a new traffic pattern as part of a redesign…

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Duval County Superintendent Diana Greene reviews her notes during a May 2, 2023 emergency school board meeting where she announced her resignation. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
May 23, 2023

Superintendent Diana Greene ends trailblazing Duval career under scrutiny

The Duval superintendent’s tenure ends amid criticism from both the political left and right, but she also won bipartisan support…

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Workers prep TIAA Bank Field on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, for the 78th TaxSlayer Gator Bowl.
May 23, 2023

OPINION | How to pay for Jaguars stadium renovations 

Jacksonville, an underdog, needs something bold and creative to win public buy-in for stadium financing. Here is one idea that…

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May 23, 2023

THE JAXSON | Downtown Jacksonville’s most endangered buildings

Here are 10 overlooked buildings in Jacksonville that in danger of being demolished if more attention isn’t given to their…

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The new $6.5 million Fire Station 22, planned on Lenox Avenue. | City of Jacksonville.
May 23, 2023

Jacksonville starts construction on another fire station

City officials broke ground Tuesday on Lenox Avenue to replace the smaller, older Station 22 on Jammes Road.…

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May 23, 2023

Publix is converting its GreenWise Market stores

The Lakeland-based supermarket chain is changing its eight organic and natural foods concept stores into Publix.…

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May 23, 2023

Duval Schools picks deputy superintendent to temporarily fill top job

Dana Kriznar will replace retiring Superintendent Diana Greene starting next month, as the School Board begins searching for a permanent…

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May 23, 2023

Takeover deal canceled for Jax TV stations

A hedge fund’s buyout of station operator Tegna Inc. was terminated after the deal failed to get FCC approval by…

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The Jaguars overcame a 27-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Chargers 31-30 in the AFC wild card playoffs on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
May 22, 2023

OPINION | Jacksonville needs another near miracle to keep the Jaguars

Figuring out a way to pay for major renovations to the Jaguars’ TIAA Bank Field would be like pulling off…