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A legacy in stone, on paper: Historian Wayne Wood releases new book celebrating Jacksonville’s architectural history

Jacksonville historian Dr. Wayne Wood has written a new book about the city’s historical architecture and notable landmarks. Titled “Jacksonville’s Architectural Heritage: Landmarks for the Future,” the book will be released in early December and pays homage to the iconic buildings and landmarks that have…

Candidates emphasize need for change at first mayoral debate

A desire for change was the common message shared by all the mayoral candidates at the Nov. 21 debate hosted by the Rotary Club of Jacksonville. Held at the Jacksonville Marriott Downtown, the event offered candidates an opportunity to share their perspectives on an array

Loyal to Local: Jasper & Elm

The Riverside Arts Market (RAM), now in its 13th year, is a weekly makers and farmers market hosted by Riverside Avondale Preservation (RAP) on Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., rain or shine. Each week more than 100 small business owners gather under the

Constellation FURYK & FRIENDS golf tournament wraps up year two

Another year is in the books, as the second year of the Constellation FURYK & FRIENDS presented by Circle K, PGA TOUR Champions event crowned its victor. The tournament ended with Steve Stricker taking the title after shooting a three-round, 14 under par tournament total,

Demolition ahead for old Ford Motor Company plant

The days of the old Ford Motor Co. factory are numbered and demolition is in its future. Located at 1900 Wambolt Street, the building sits near the Mathews Bridge along the St. Johns River. The factory was designed by renowned industrial architect Albert Kahn. According

Lending a robotic hand: Baptist Health launching pilot program for robotic team member

Last month, Baptist Health introduced Moxi, the robot — its newest support member for its clinical teams. Moxi is “intelligent, dedicated to its job, has expressive eyes and is happy to pose for selfies,” according to a Baptist Health press release. Moxi was unveiled at

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“Lead To Win” Author Carla Harris Helps Raise Nearly $1 Million For Scholarships
December 3, 2022
Carla Harris, celebrated author, Wall Street executive, and Obama-appointed chair of the National Women’s Business Council, was the keynote speaker at the Nov. 8 “Lead …Read More »
San Marco Art Festival returns to Balis Park
December 2, 2022
Artists and art lovers filled San Marco’s Balis Park the weekend following Thanksgiving — Nov. 26 and 27 — for the 24th annual San Marco …Read More »
Redrawn maps submitted to the court in redistricting lawsuit
December 1, 2022
The lines have been drawn in the ongoing legal battle for what will be the new City Council District Map for the City of Jacksonville. …Read More »
Public art with a purpose comes to Historic Avondale
December 1, 2022
Hearts 4 Minds brings its latest mural project to Avondale. The mural installation took place throughout November and will be unveiled at Christmas in Avondale …Read More »
Feeding Northeast Florida hosts annual Empty Bowls luncheon
November 13, 2022
Handmade bowls of varying shapes, sizes, colors and designs filled two long rows of tables for guests to choose from at Feeding Northeast Florida’s annual …Read More »
New Beginnings for Sulzbacher’s Transformations
November 13, 2022
Sulzbacher resumed its signature event, the annual Transformations fundraiser, in person for the first time since 2019. More than 400 people gathered at the Jacksonville …Read More »
Local Nonprofit City Ambassadors tour the USS ORLECK
November 12, 2022
A group of leaders from the Jacksonville Commodores League climbed aboard the USS Orleck on a recent trip to visit the warship. The members serve …Read More »
Church Hosts Concert to Restore Historic Pipe Organ
November 12, 2022
Benefit Concert to Feature Irish Tenor Emmet Cahill Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, located in the downtown Cathedral District, is hosting a Christmas benefit concert, …Read More »
Northeast Florida lends a helping hand to Hurricane Ian victims
November 11, 2022
You might say it’s a tale of two cities – Ft. Myers and the west coast communities surrounding it and Jacksonville and its east coast …Read More »
St. Paul’s celebrates 100 Years, looks back on history
November 11, 2022
St. Paul Catholic Church & School will soon celebrate 100 years of serving the Riverside-Avondale community. Its size alone makes it stand out, and its …Read More »
FIS opens new headquarters in Jacksonville
November 10, 2022
Construction wraps up on riverfront parcel Fidelity Information Services (FIS) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the official opening of its new headquarters at 347 Riverside …Read More »