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July 12, 2023

Blueberry Artisan Bakery prepares a base in St. Nicholas

Owner Mark Janasik said the scratch bakery will serve restaurants, hotels and his Southern Grounds locations, as well as diners.…

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July 12, 2023

Duval could have new schools superintendent by Jan. 1

A tentative timeline shows public surveys and community forums from now through September.…

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July 12, 2023

Manufacturers anxious about Jacksonville’s economy

A survey by the University of North Florida found that manufacturers are worried the local economy will deteriorate.…

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July 12, 2023

UPS workers in Jacksonville prepare for strike

UPS workers could go on strike for the first time since 1997 if they can’t reach a new contract deal…

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July 12, 2023

Nearly 150,000 households on waitlist for Jax affordable housing 

An Affordable Housing Subcommittee is working on budget recommendations for Mayor Donna Deegan.…

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July 11, 2023

Duval School Board member will represent both district, conservative group in Tallahassee

Duval County School Board member April Carney will help the district lobby the Florida Legislature — that’s after some Board…

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July 11, 2023

OPINION | Downtown revival: Crafting a plan for city-owned properties

Here’s a look at a few key Downtown properties that, with a little vision, could serve as catalysts to boost…

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July 11, 2023

Newest drug to hit the streets makes its way to Northeast Florida nightclubs, bars

The Drug Enforcement Administration is issuing a warning about the latest drug that has made its way to Northeast Florida…

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July 11, 2023

Dirt is dug as Phase I of Jacksonville’s new Downtown park finally begins

Some Downtown streets are closed for at least the rest of the year during the transformation of the lawn in the…

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Donna Deegan was inaugurated as the 45th Mayor of Jacksonville on Saturday, July 1, 2023. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
July 10, 2023

OPINION | Covering Deegan: News media will face special challenge in covering a friendly face

Donna Deegan presents a unique challenge for local media, many of whom have known her as a friend for a…

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July 10, 2023

Downtown Jacksonville construction means multiple road closures this week and beyond

Drivers through Downtown Jacksonville face three new road and building renovation projects. The biggest will detour traffic for months.…

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July 10, 2023

Mayor Deegan’s executive team on track to cost more than Curry’s

Mayor Donna Deegan is assembling a more expensive City Hall executive team than that of her predecessor, Lenny Curry.…

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July 10, 2023

Public invited to weigh in on long-awaited Old Middleburg Road widening

A two-lane road on Duval County’s Westside may finally get widened to four lanes, and on Monday, residents are invited…

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July 10, 2023

City splash pads could expose children to bacteria, doctor warns

Splash pad visits might provide some relief from sweltering heat, but they could also be exposing children to bacteria that…

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July 9, 2023

SPORTS | More complexity emerging in Jaguars’ temporary stadium question

Where will the Jaguars play while their stadium is renovated? Here are some pros and cons of the various options.…

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July 7, 2023

Yes, it’s hotter than usual for early July

Jacksonville has recorded five straight days over 95 degrees, and we’ve already tied the number of heat advisories issued last…

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July 7, 2023

Farah & Farah buys Masonic lodge Downtown for $3 million

The Jacksonville-based law firm purchased the property to gain additional employee parking.…

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July 7, 2023

The Community Foundation commits $250,000 for small-business loans

A partnership with the JAX Microfinance Fund will support entrepreneurs, particularly women and people of color.…

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July 7, 2023

More Jacksonville city pools will open soon

About half of Jacksonville’s 34 municipal pools have been closed due to maintenance issues and lifeguard shortages.…

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July 7, 2023

Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana to open in Riverside

The restaurant will be the fifth to occupy space at King and Park streets since Carter’s Pharmacy closed in 2009.…

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July 7, 2023

Southeastern Grocers introduces new store brand

The Know & Love line will include products that are free of nearly 100 undesirable ingredients, the company says.…

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July 6, 2023

Deegan appointee made improper election donations, but he says he’s fixing it

Former City Council member Garrett Dennis used his own campaign funds to help two local candidates, which is not allowed…

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July 6, 2023

Hurricane season update: Above-average activity now expected

Very warm sea surface temperatures are expected to override the effects of a developing El Niño.…

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July 6, 2023

Plant-based pizza joint planned at Hodges Pointe Plaza

Wild Pie is building in the space vacated by Brucci’s Pizza West Beaches. It will be Wild Pie’s first restaurant…