July 3, 2025Jacksonville Beach gears up for July Fourth crowdPolice launched a “spring surge” plan after violence erupted during spring holidays last year.…By Briana Brownleee - News4Jax
June 27, 2025Sizemore’s Coastal Kitchen opens in Jacksonville BeachThe oceanfront seafood restaurant opened at 333 First St. N., in the former space of Salt Jax Beach.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
June 26, 2025Corner Lot redevelops Casa Marina in Jax BeachThe Jacksonville developer will preserve the historic hotel and build a new mixed-use building across the street.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
May 16, 2025Beachside Seafood in Jax Beach plans renovationsNew owners plan cosmetic changes to the inside and outside of the building, which was built in 1954.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
May 14, 2025Jax Beach Lifeguard Station could get major restorationThe Community Redevelopment Agency is working to add the landmark to the Downtown Redevelopment Plan.…By Brianna Andrews - News4Jax
April 22, 2025Oceanfront restaurant soon to open in Jax BeachThe restaurant, Sizemore’s Coastal Kitchen, will take the space of Salt Jax Beach, which closed last year.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
March 25, 2025BIT OF JOY | Sandcastle contestSign up to participate in the sandcastle contest at the Opening of the Beaches next month.…By Heather Henderson
March 24, 2025Bearded Pig restaurant will close in Jacksonville BeachAfter four years in operation, the Bearded Pig barbecue restaurant will close April 6.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
March 7, 2025Documents contradict prosecutor’s statements in Bridegan murder caseA witness’s claims of innocence were never disclosed to defendants, new documents show.…By Anne Schindler
February 6, 2025Star witness recants testimony in Bridegan murder caseHenry Tennon stated during a court hearing that he wanted to recant his testimony in the high-profile slaying of Jared…By Anne Schindler
January 8, 2025Jacksonville’s 2nd Shake Shack is coming to Jax Beach plazaShake Shack is shown on a site plan for the South Beach Regional shopping center in Jacksonville Beach.…By Karen Brune Mathis - Jacksonville Daily Record
December 17, 2024More sidewalk dining is coming to Jax BeachJacksonville Beach City Council approved a plan Monday to expand sidewalk dining permits in a limited area.…By Brianna Andrews - News4Jax
December 10, 2024Blue Angels add Jax to the schedule in 2025The Blue Angels had not scheduled an appearance in Jacksonville in 2025, but the schedule opened up when another show…By Randy Roguski
November 26, 2024Strings Sports Brewery nears opening in Jax BeachIf all goes well, Strings could open Wednesday at 1618 Penman Road, its second location.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
November 6, 2024Beaches voters approve charter changesVoters in Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach approved all changes proposed.…By Michelle Corum
October 24, 2024NOV. 5 DUVAL VOTER GUIDE | Compare the candidatesCompare the candidates for Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, state Legislature and Congress with our Candidate Comparison Tool.…By Jacksonville Today
September 19, 2024Adventure Landing renews Jax Beach lease through 2025After announcing its imminent closure every year for the past few, Adventure Landing Jacksonville Beach has announced it will remain open through…By Jessica Palombo
July 31, 2024AUG. 20 VOTER GUIDE | Compare Duval County candidatesCompare the Duval primary candidates for Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, state Legislature and Congress with our Candidate Comparison Tool.…By Jacksonville Today
June 10, 2024#AskJAXTDY l What’s the plan for fenced-off lot in Jax Beach?A Jacksonville Today reader wants to know when Jacksonville Beach will do something about a fenced-off lot near the beach.…By Dan Scanlan
June 6, 2024Historic Beach Bowl will reopen this monthThe bowling alley on Beach Boulevard has been renovated and expanded since closing in 2019.…By Steven Ponson
May 21, 2024Beach renourishment on hold in Jax BeachThe Army Corps of Engineers paused its monthslong beach renourishment project in Jacksonville Beach because of mechanical issues.…By Brianna Andrews - News4Jax and Anne Maxwell - News4Jax
May 17, 2024Japanese gastropub to open in Jacksonville BeachThe owners of Bento Asian Kitchen + Sushi will bring a new concept when Izakaya Ko opens in June.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
May 16, 2024Rooftop restaurant proposed in Jacksonville BeachJax Beach Investment Holdings is seeking rezoning to build offices, retail and a second-story restaurant on Five Avenue North.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record
May 15, 2024Dick Mondell’s Burgers & Fries opens in Jax BeachThe Gainesville-based restaurant is a throwback to the beginnings of America’s love for hamburgers.…By Dan Macdonald - Jacksonville Daily Record