July 12, 2023Blueberry Artisan Bakery prepares a base in St. NicholasOwner Mark Janasik said the scratch bakery will serve restaurants, hotels and his Southern Grounds locations, as well as diners.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 12, 2023Duval could have new schools superintendent by Jan. 1A tentative timeline shows public surveys and community forums from now through September.…By Ashley Harding - News4Jax
July 12, 2023Manufacturers anxious about Jacksonville’s economyA survey by the University of North Florida found that manufacturers are worried the local economy will deteriorate.…By Mark Basch - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 12, 2023UPS workers in Jacksonville prepare for strikeUPS workers could go on strike for the first time since 1997 if they can’t reach a new contract deal…By Aaron Farrar - News4Jax
July 12, 2023Nearly 150,000 households on waitlist for Jax affordable housing An Affordable Housing Subcommittee is working on budget recommendations for Mayor Donna Deegan.…By Casmira Harrison
July 11, 2023Duval School Board member will represent both district, conservative group in TallahasseeDuval County School Board member April Carney will help the district lobby the Florida Legislature — that’s after some Board…By Claire Heddles
July 11, 2023OPINION | Downtown revival: Crafting a plan for city-owned propertiesHere’s a look at a few key Downtown properties that, with a little vision, could serve as catalysts to boost…By Bill Delaney
July 11, 2023Newest drug to hit the streets makes its way to Northeast Florida nightclubs, barsThe Drug Enforcement Administration is issuing a warning about the latest drug that has made its way to Northeast Florida…By Erik Avanier - News4Jax
July 11, 2023Dirt is dug as Phase I of Jacksonville’s new Downtown park finally beginsSome Downtown streets are closed for at least the rest of the year during the transformation of the lawn in the…By Dan Scanlan
July 10, 2023OPINION | Covering Deegan: News media will face special challenge in covering a friendly faceDonna Deegan presents a unique challenge for local media, many of whom have known her as a friend for a…By A.G. Gancarski
July 10, 2023Downtown Jacksonville construction means multiple road closures this week and beyondDrivers through Downtown Jacksonville face three new road and building renovation projects. The biggest will detour traffic for months.…By Dan Scanlan
July 10, 2023Mayor Deegan’s executive team on track to cost more than Curry’sMayor Donna Deegan is assembling a more expensive City Hall executive team than that of her predecessor, Lenny Curry.…By Mike Mendenhall - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 10, 2023Public invited to weigh in on long-awaited Old Middleburg Road wideningA two-lane road on Duval County’s Westside may finally get widened to four lanes, and on Monday, residents are invited…By Casmira Harrison
July 10, 2023City splash pads could expose children to bacteria, doctor warnsSplash pad visits might provide some relief from sweltering heat, but they could also be exposing children to bacteria that…By Joshua Pantano
July 9, 2023SPORTS | More complexity emerging in Jaguars’ temporary stadium questionWhere will the Jaguars play while their stadium is renovated? Here are some pros and cons of the various options.…By Cole Pepper
July 7, 2023Yes, it’s hotter than usual for early JulyJacksonville has recorded five straight days over 95 degrees, and we’ve already tied the number of heat advisories issued last…By David Heckard - News4Jax
July 7, 2023Farah & Farah buys Masonic lodge Downtown for $3 millionThe Jacksonville-based law firm purchased the property to gain additional employee parking.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 7, 2023The Community Foundation commits $250,000 for small-business loansA partnership with the JAX Microfinance Fund will support entrepreneurs, particularly women and people of color.…By Max Marbut - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 7, 2023More Jacksonville city pools will open soonAbout half of Jacksonville’s 34 municipal pools have been closed due to maintenance issues and lifeguard shortages.…By Dan Scanlan
July 7, 2023Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana to open in RiversideThe restaurant will be the fifth to occupy space at King and Park streets since Carter’s Pharmacy closed in 2009.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 7, 2023Southeastern Grocers introduces new store brandThe Know & Love line will include products that are free of nearly 100 undesirable ingredients, the company says.…By Max Marbut - Jacksonville Daily Record
July 6, 2023Deegan appointee made improper election donations, but he says he’s fixing itFormer City Council member Garrett Dennis used his own campaign funds to help two local candidates, which is not allowed…By Dan Scanlan
July 6, 2023Hurricane season update: Above-average activity now expectedVery warm sea surface temperatures are expected to override the effects of a developing El Niño.…By Megan Borowski - Storm Center
July 6, 2023Plant-based pizza joint planned at Hodges Pointe PlazaWild Pie is building in the space vacated by Brucci’s Pizza West Beaches. It will be Wild Pie’s first restaurant…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record