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How new Publix will lead to something bigger in downtown Jax | Opinion

How new Publix will lead to something bigger in downtown Jax | Opinion

Gateway Jax CEO explains why incentives for a new downtown Publix are vital for the city's future.
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Why St. Johns County must pass conservation bond measure | Letters

Why St. Johns County must pass conservation bond measure | Letters

In this week's letters: Readers weigh in on land conservation in St. Johns County, the future of democracy, AI threats, gambling ads and more.
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Flu shot timing matters: Why October is ideal for protection

Flu shot timing matters: Why October is ideal for protection

Flu season is underway in Florida. Here’s when experts recommend getting your 2026-27 flu shot and how long protection takes.
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Pearl Square: Major Mixed-Use Development Underway in Downtown Jacksonville

Pearl Square: Major Mixed-Use Development Underway in Downtown Jacksonville

Pearl Square: Major Mixed-Use Development Underway in Downtown Jacksonville
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Jacksonville woman turns bourbon into MS research, raises $600,000

Jacksonville woman turns bourbon into MS research, raises $600,000

Teresa Eichner, who has multiple sclerosis and is public information chief for the Jacksonville City Council, has raised about $600,000 for research.
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Jacksonville Transportation Authority CEO's Toll Mention Sparks Opposition from Residents and Mayor

Jacksonville Transportation Authority CEO's Toll Mention Sparks Opposition from Residents and Mayor

A recent discussion by Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) interim CEO Cleveland Ferguson regarding the agency's tolling authority has generated significant pushback from Jacksonville residents and Mayor Donna Deegan. During a City Council's Financial Oversight and Audit Select Committee meeting, Ferguson mentioned JTA's statutory authority to collect tolls, referencing a hypothetical project involving a private partner and an existing JTA asset like the Skyway to generate revenue. This statement comes amidst JTA's efforts to address a nearly $40 million budget shortfall and recent layoffs of almost 200 employees. Despite the CEO's remarks, JTA has clarified that there is no active proposal or recommendation to reinstate tolls. The topic is particularly sensitive in Jacksonville, where tolls were used to fund bridge construction from the 1950s until their abolition in 1987, when voters opted for a half-cent sales tax instead.
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Jacksonville City Council to Consider 'Free to Garden' Urban Farming Ordinance

Jacksonville City Council to Consider 'Free to Garden' Urban Farming Ordinance

The Jacksonville City Council is set to introduce an ordinance aimed at establishing clearer regulations for urban agriculture, particularly concerning the sale of homegrown produce. This initiative, dubbed the 'Free to Garden Act' by supporters, seeks to provide a legal framework for community and market gardens within the city's zoning code. Nathan Ballentine, who operates Overalls Farms, highlighted the current lack of clear guidance from the city, which has made operating urban farms challenging. The proposed legislation (Ordinance 2026-807) would formally define 'community gardens' and 'market gardens' and specify where these can operate across various residential and commercial zoning districts. It also includes standards for their operation, covering aspects like structures, size, and on-site sales. Council members Raul Arias and Jimmy Peluso are introducing the ordinance, responding to years of advocacy from residents and groups like the Duval Food Policy Council.
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Who is Artis Gilmore? Meet the NBA legend running for City Council

Who is Artis Gilmore? Meet the NBA legend running for City Council

Artis Gilmore will challenge Nick Howland for an at-large Jacksonville City Council seat. Here are 5 things to know about the NBA legend.
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Motorcyclist dies after crash with pickup truck in Jacksonville

Motorcyclist dies after crash with pickup truck in Jacksonville

A man in his late 20s died Sunday night after his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck in Jacksonville, police said.
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Jacksonville hospital gets $53 million for storm safety improvements

Jacksonville hospital gets $53 million for storm safety improvements

Ascension St. Vincent’s will use $53 million in FEMA funding and $17 million of its own to reinforce its Riverside hospital against storms.
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Jacksonville Neighborhood Faces Recurring Flood Threat as Ribault River Rises

Jacksonville Neighborhood Faces Recurring Flood Threat as Ribault River Rises

The Ribault River in Jacksonville, Florida, rose to the level of homes along Ken Knight Drive, with floodwaters entering yards and driveways. This event occurred as a Flood Watch and Coastal Flood Advisory were in effect for Duval County, with 1 to 3 inches of additional rain falling on already saturated ground. Residents, like Latasha Howard, expressed nervousness due to persistent rain causing roof leaks and concerns about water entering their homes. City Council member Ju'Coby Pittman advised residents to follow emergency advisories and prepare for potential temporary relocation. The area has a history of severe flooding during storms, including Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Nicole in 2022, which led to residents being trapped and homes being inundated. The flooding is attributed to the Ribault River being a tidally influenced tributary where high tides prevent rainwater from draining into the St. Johns River, creating a hydrological trap.
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Apparent police shooting reported in Dunn Ave/Biscayne Blvd area

Apparent police shooting reported in Dunn Ave/Biscayne Blvd area

Police activity in the Dunn Avenue/East Pine Estates Road are near Biscayne Boulevard apparently is for a Jacksonville Sheriff's Office shooting.