Murray Hill community forum focuses on supporting small businesses
Traffic improvements, more attractive streetscapes and a comprehensive plan were among the topics discussed at a Murray Hill community forum June 11, when the Murray Hill Preservation Association (MHPA) hosted […]
St. Johns RIVERKEEPER expedition monitors growth of vital river grasses
Research team seeks answers to restore vegetation critical to river’s health Steve Cobb has fond memories of growing up in Jacksonville and spending time on the St. Johns River. “I […]
The Art of Light
Glass is one of the oldest artistic materials. Since medieval times, the art of stained-glass windows in churches and cathedrals has served to decorate, educate, inspire awe and offer honor […]
Woman’s Club of Jacksonville awards $49,000 at scholarship luncheon
The Woman’s Club of Jacksonville presented $49,000 in scholarships to 22 students at its recent Scholarship Award Luncheon held at the San Jose Country Club. The 21 recipients – including […]
A million minutes
City celebrates literacy success at River City Readers summer event Jacksonville families had a million reasons to celebrate reading last month, when Mayor Donna Deegan, the Jacksonville Public Library and […]
Main library’s Florida Collection chronicles Jacksonville history
Curious about the history of your antique home? Doing some research about your family heritage? Want to know why Jacksonville has such unique neighborhoods? Look no further than the Special […]
Continental cuisine highlights ‘Night with Nemours Taste of France’ gala
More than 400 people dined on French food, wine and desserts at the recent “Night with Nemours Taste of France” gala. Held May 10 at the Ponte Vedra Inn & […]
MOCA: 100 years of beauty
One of Jacksonville’s premier arts and cultural institutions marks its centennial this year, as the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA) celebrates a century of showcasing the arts. Founded in […]
Douglas Anderson senior named Poetry Out Loud® national champion
Niveah Glover wins $20,000 poetry prize, named U.S. presidential scholar Douglas Anderson School of the Arts student Niveah Glover was recently named the national grand champion of the 2024 Poetry […]
Local-Motion Luncheon celebrates resurgence of city’s ‘Rail Yard District’
City officials joined with community leaders and business owners June 12 to celebrate the resurgence of Jacksonville’s Rail Yard District and discuss how the area can become a vibrant economic […]