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An artist's rendering of the 47,000-square-foot, three-story “Frank R. Sanchez; Hope and Dana E. Fender Center for Innovation” at The Bolles school. | The Bolles School
November 6, 2023

The Bolles School receives dual $5M gifts to complete innovation center

The most expansive construction project at The Bolles School’s San Jose campus since the former hotel that forms its core…

By Dan Scanlan

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This is the city of Jacksonville's new website, at jacksonville.gov. | City of Jacksonville
November 6, 2023

City’s new home online: Jacksonville.gov

The city of Jacksonville has a new website and a new URL: jacksonville.gov.…

By Dan Scanlan

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November 6, 2023

Jacksonville Jaguars inviting bids to work on the ‘Stadium of the Future’

In a big step toward the renovation of the 28-year-old EverBank Stadium, the Jacksonville Jaguars seek sealed bids for work…

By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record

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Raines quarterback Ty'ren Randolph threw two touchdowns to lead the Vikings to victory in the 54th Northwest Classic. Raines dominated its rival Ribault in the 54th Northwest Classic on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. The Vikings lead the all-time series 40-14. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
November 5, 2023

SPORTS | November reflections on Jags, college and high school football

Midseason reflections on the Jaguars, UF, FSU, UGA and local high school football teams.…

By Cole Pepper

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New student crafted sculpture is installed at Seaside Sculpture Park in Jacksonville Beach l Steven Ponson
November 3, 2023

5 new student-created sculptures on display in Jax Beach

Five new University of North Florida student created sculptures were installed Friday in Jacksonville Beach.…

By Steven Ponson

Featured image for “CSX employees pack clothing and toys in Jacksonville for Santa Train through Appalachia”
Dozens of Jacksonville-based CSX staff stuff backpacks full of winter clothing and toys at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, for needy children in Appalachia, all to be handed out during the company's 81st Santa Train. | Dan Scanlan WJCT News 89.9
November 3, 2023

CSX employees pack clothing and toys in Jacksonville for Santa Train through Appalachia

CSX employees stuffed thousands of backpacks with winter clothing and toys for the company’s annual Santa Train through Appalachia.…

By Dan Scanlan

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The Jacksonville Armada defeated Miami United FC in the first round of the U.S. Open Cup on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Hodges Stadium. (Photo by Will Brown, Official Florida FC)
November 3, 2023

Jacksonville Armada will join new league, play in new stadium

The Jacksonville Armada will join the MLS Next Pro league in time for the 2025 season, and the club will…

By Will Brown

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U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland came to Jacksonville in October to announce a settlement with Ameris Bank over redlining. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
November 2, 2023

Judge pauses deal in Jacksonville redlining case

U.S. District Judge Marcia Morales Howard rejected a settlement between the U.S. Justice Department and Ameris Bank.…

By Charlie McGee - The Tributary

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Garbage is piled high around a dumpster at the Northwoods apartment complex in this image in the city's legal action against the complex. | City of Jacksonville
November 2, 2023

City sues two apartment complexes as ‘nuisances’

The city claims lack of maintenance and trash removal are endangering public health at Northwoods Apartments and Colonial Forest Apartments.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Mayor Donna Deegan announces Get Covered Jax at a news conference Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. | News4Jax
November 2, 2023

Jacksonville aims to spread health care across the city

A new program called “Get Covered Jax” will help uninsured people find coverage at little or no cost.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Jacksonville Chief Resiliency Officer Anne Coglianese.
November 2, 2023

Climate change panel features chief resilience officer

Anne Coglianese will be part of a panel discussion next week hosted by Jacksonville Today’s ADAPT.…

By Michelle Corum

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November 1, 2023

OPINION | Donna Deegan’s dealings

Mayor Deegan’s sole-source contract for the politically connected firm Langton Consulting is business as usual, after all.…

By Andrew Moss

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The Duval teachers union building. | News4Jax
November 1, 2023

Duval teachers union appoints new leaders after resignations

The selection of a new president and vice president comes after the FBI visited the Duval Teachers Union office in…

By Dan Scanlan

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This long, curving dragon lantern is part of the Colors of the Wild display at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. | Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
November 1, 2023

Glowing dragons and pandas will brighten ZOOLights

The holiday-themed attraction at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens will include more than 70 scenes of custom-made silk Chinese lanterns.…

By Dan Scanlan

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The Seminole Tribe will add craps, roulette and sports betting at its casinos. | Wayne Parry, AP
November 1, 2023

Seminole Tribe plans major gambling expansion in Florida

The tribe will add roulette, craps and sports betting at its casinos in Florida in December.…

By Dara Kam - News Service of Florida

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Jeff Meling shoots a 9mm Sig Sauer handgun at Shoot GTR in Gainesville on Sept. 20, 2023. | Augustus Hoff, Fresh Take Florida
November 1, 2023

Gun safety classes plummet after concealed carry changes

Applications for concealed carry permits have dropped by about 64% since Florida eliminated the need for training and a permit…

By Jack Lemnus - Fresh Take Florida

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November 1, 2023

Appellate court considers North Florida redistricting

The court is expected to rule by Nov. 22 the elimination of a Black-majority district stretching from Jacksonville to Gadsden…

By Valerie Crowder

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The St. Johns River Ferry sets off across the river. | Jacksonville Transportation Authority
November 1, 2023

St. Johns River Ferry expands its hours

The popular ferry will run two hours longer during the week and one hour longer on weekends.…

By Dan Scanlan

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Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody. | Steve Cannon, AP
November 1, 2023

Attorney general urges court to reject abortion initiative

Attorney General Ashley Moody filed a brief contending the proposal should be kept off the 2024 ballot because the wording…

By Jim Saunders - News Service of Florida

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Credit: Toni Smailagic, courtesy of @cre8jax
November 1, 2023

ARTS PICKS | Nov. 3-5

PorchFest, the music of John Williams at the symphony and an exhibition on St. Augustine’s Black history are this week’s…

By Matthew Shaw

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October 31, 2023

THE JAXSON | 5 restaurants coming to Downtown

Downtown’s culinary scene continues to grow. Here are five restaurant concepts headed to Jacksonville’s central business district.…

By Ennis Davis

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Gov. Ron DeSantis has said Florida is a place where woke goes to die. In Jacksonville, some pastors and civil rights groups, consider anti-woke as a euphemism for anti-Black. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today
October 31, 2023

When DeSantis says ‘woke,’ some in Jacksonville hear ‘Black’

As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis campaigns for president on a platform of “anti-wokeness,” pastors and civil rights activists in Jacksonville…

By Will Brown

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Duval Teachers United President Teresa Brady speaks with School Board members in 2017. | Duval County Public Schools
October 31, 2023

Duval teachers union leader retires abruptly

Teresa Brady served as president of Duval Teachers United for more than 20 years. A replacement is scheduled to be…

By Dan Scanlan

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Rep. Mike Johnson, R-La., takes the oath to be the new House speaker l Alex Brandon/AP
October 31, 2023

#AskJAXTDY l How did Northeast Florida’s reps vote for House speaker?

A reader asked us which Northeast Florida Representatives voted for new House Speaker Mike Johnson.…

By Steven Ponson