Riverside, Avondale, Ortega, Murray Hill

All the latest news relevant to the Riverside, Avondale, Ortega and Murray Hill areas.

Hunting Club gathers for low-country boil, camaraderie

Hunting Club gathers for low-country boil, camaraderie

Since 1955, a group of gentlemen have been walking the woods, stalking and flushing their favorite birds in search of enjoyment in the great outdoors. Many founding members have passed, but the legacy lives on with each generation sharing in the traditions of hunting with their next of kin and lifelong friends. Whether it’s the […]

That’s How the Cookie Crumbls

That’s How the Cookie Crumbls

Crumbl Cookies marked the opening of a new location at 2039 Hendricks Avenue, Suite 214, with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting on Thursday, March 16. The location officially opened to the public March 17. Locally-owned and -operated by Steve Seegmiller, Chase Zollinger and Branson Hadfield, the store will provide more than 50 career opportunities to Jacksonville locals. […]

George Saoud joins DIA Board of Directors

George Saoud joins DIA Board of Directors

Lawyer, real estate entrepreneur and small business owner George Saoud is the newest appointment to Jacksonville’s Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) Board of Directors. Appointed by Mayor Lenny Curry, Saoud is set to replace Todd Froats. Saoud’s first full term will expire June 30, 2026. He has served as the in-house legal counsel for Fidelity National […]

Runoff elections ahead for Jacksonville mayor, city council seats

Runoff elections ahead for Jacksonville mayor, city council seats

Several candidates will move on to runoff elections in their respective races later this spring following the Duval First Unitary Election on March 21. Daniel Davis (REP) and Donna Deegan (DEM) emerged as the two candidates with the most votes, securing 24.72% (41,505 votes) and 39.43% (66,192) respectively. Because no single candidate secured the majority […]

Charity Tastes Good for The Salvation Army

Charity Tastes Good for The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary hosted its 37th Annual Celebrity Chefs Tasting Luncheon and Silent Auction on March 23 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Local celebrities, media personalities, government officials and business leaders dished up bites of their favorite recipes, while participants bid in an eclectic, silent auction filled with artwork, collectibles, services and […]

The End (of Jacksonville’s Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum)

The End (of Jacksonville’s Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum)

Jacksonville’s Karpeles Manuscript Library Museum Jacksonville has closed its doors after 30 years. The museum’s final day open to the public was Jan. 31. Museum Director Cheryl McCain said the museum’s closure is “bittersweet” for her. As a Navy veteran, she likened the end of the Jacksonville museum to the decommissioning of a ship: “You […]

Volunteers in Medicine honors Women with Heart

Volunteers in Medicine honors Women with Heart

Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) held its annual Women with Heart Luncheon on Wednesday, Feb. 1 at the Florida Blue Conference Center. Each year, this luncheon celebrates honorees selected for “their commitment to leadership, advocacy, and the health of our community,” explained a VIM press release. At this 7th annual event, the Women with Heart honorees […]

The early shoppers get the treasure: Garden Club of Jacksonville host 2023 Flea Market Preview Party

The early shoppers get the treasure: Garden Club of Jacksonville host 2023 Flea Market Preview Party

The Garden Club of Jacksonville hosted its 2023 Flea Market Preview Party on Friday, Feb. 24. Held at its Riverside Club Room, the preview party was open to members and non-members alike and offered a sneak peek and early shopping for Saturday’s main event. Roughly 250 shoppers were able to peruse inventory and grab a […]