A ‘long time coming’: Jacksonville officially joins U.S. Civil Rights Trail
The soul-stirring notes of “A long time coming” filled the air at Mount Ararat Baptist Church on Wednesday, but for those gathered, the song was more than a tribute.
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Northeast Florida under water shortage warning; mandatory restrictions loom
The St. Johns River Water Management District expanded its “moderate water shortage” list this week, adding more Northeast Florida counties as local water levels continue to plummet.
Search continues for missing Jacksonville Navy veteran
The search for Margaret Hanley, a 72-year-old Navy veteran, is continuing as authorities and family members track a confusing trail of sightings stretching from North Florida into Georgia.
‘A lot of it is just serving the community’: JFRD looking to recruit firefighters
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) is looking for the next batch of firefighters who are ready to serve the community.
Wolfson Children’s Hospital, Nemours announce children’s health expansion next month
For over 30 years, Wolfson Children’s Hospital and Nemours Children’s Health have operated as a lifeline for Florida families. Starting March 1, that partnership is growing stronger to ensure local children never have to travel far for medical care.
Local store sees decrease in customers after incident scared customers away
One month after a video of a local woman kicking law enforcement went viral, business owners at a Beach Boulevard shopping plaza have seen a decrease in foot traffic after the incident.
‘It’s really bad’: Critters find ways into homes after cold weather, wildfires and mating season
A combination of freezing temperatures, recent wildfires, and peak mating season has created a “perfect storm,” forcing local wildlife out of the woods and into residential attics and garages.
18 couples say ‘I do’ in mass Valentine’s ceremony in St. Augustine
The Carriage House was filled with more than just history this Friday; it was filled with a lifetime of promises. 18 couples gathered ahead of Valentine’s Day to tie the knot or renew their vows in a mass ceremony hosted by the Clerk’s Office.
‘Rare opportunity’: Southbank Medical Pavilion will soon be up for sale
A part of the Southbank will be in the market soon. Starting next week, the Southbank Medical Pavilion, one of the largest independently owned healthcare sites in the area, will hit the market.
‘It’s just tragic’: Dead ducks floating at Riverside Park pond
What is usually a calm morning for nature lovers at Riverside Park took a disturbing turn this week after park-goers discovered several dead ducks floating in the local pond.
