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From left, Jacksonville City Council member Ju'Coby Pittman, Mayor Donna Deegan and urban planner Ennis Davis observe one of the heritage markers that were placed as part of the LaVilla Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Heritage Trail. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today

LaVilla heritage trail is unveiled at Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Park

The LaVilla trail features 22 markers that celebrate history and culture within the Downtown Jacksonville community.…

By Will Brown

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LIFT Jax CEO Travis Williams was brought home to this house on Van Buren Street on the Eastside. His roots in the neighborhood have informed his work leading the nonprofit that advocates for the Eastside. | Will Brown, Jacksonville Today

January 23, 2026

How LIFT Jax elevates Eastside ahead of historic investment

Jacksonville nonprofit LIFT Jax has a renewed focus ahead of the first investment of the community benefits agreement.…

By Will Brown

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The Duval County jail

December 15, 2025

Some City Council members oppose jail in their districts

Three Jacksonville council members say historically redlined neighborhoods should be off limits for a new jail.…

By Joe Lister - Jacksonville Daily Record

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November 19, 2025

OPINION | A distinct identity has eluded Jacksonville. Here’s how you can help

The Civic Council invites you to help define Jacksonville’s unique identity.…

By Will Ketchum

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