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Jacksonville Special Committee on the Community Benefits Agreement announces upcoming meeting dates
The committee will review the Community Benefits Agreement, initially proposed in legislation 2024-904-E, which was previously struck from the legislation to allow City Council review as part of the annual budget process.
Glass blowing ignites creativity at summer camp
This summer, Jacksonville Country Day School's (JCDS) campers experienced the fiery art of glass blowing, thanks to a special visit by Jacksonville Burnt Glassworks during the "Art Adventures" specialty camp, led by JCDS Art Specialist, Alli Flores. The local glass studio captivated young minds with a sizzling demonstration, showcasing their skills as molten glass transformed under their expert hands.
FBI and Offshore Power Systems Buildings Could Be Redeveloped into Housing in Jacksonville, FL
A developer has submitted plans to replace former FBI and Offshore Power Systems buildings with a mixed-income housing complex. Plans call the project “the 7820 Arlington Residential Development,” although it’s uncertain whether this will be the community’s official name. Baker Design Build hopes to move forward with the construction of about 800 apartments, with 285 in the first three buildings.
Northeast FL Surf Report #1 Sunday 6:40 AM 07.21.2024
Northside Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier Center View Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier. View Our Latest Video Update [YouTube] Subscribe / Get Notified. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Northside]. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Southside]. Public Safety Announcement. In the modern era, our surf breaks can be very...
Unemployment claims in Georgia increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Georgia rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 7,805 in the week ending July 13, up from 4,953 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment...
Sunday’s rounds of rain will start later in the afternoon
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The bulk of Sunday’s showers and storms will come along later in the afternoon along with the high heat. Heavy downpours and gusty winds are likely with the stronger storms developing along the sea breeze convergence. Heat indices are expected at/or around 107, staying under...
Gene Frenette: Jacksonville's first Olympic medalist, Ned Gourdin, had long, hard road to glory
The Olympic connection to the Jacksonville area goes back longer than most people think, and that tradition is becoming more defined as time marches on. Among the 13 Olympic medalists who have brought home a combined 33 gold, silver or bronze medals, perhaps none should hold a greater place of reverence – despite the stunning anonymity in his own hometown – than the man who first accomplished the feat 100 years ago at the Summer Games in Paris.
Northeast FL Surf Report #2 Sunday 11:30 AM 07.21.2024
Northside Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier Center View Cam Jacksonville Beach Pier. View Our Latest Video Update [YouTube] Subscribe / Get Notified. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Northside]. View Our Live Jacksonville Beach Pier Cam [Southside]. Public Safety Announcement. In the modern era, our surf breaks can be very...
Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee holds first meeting
The Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee met for the first time on Thursday, July 18 on the SSU campus to establish goals, timelines, procedures and more as the group began the process for finding a full-time President to lead the historically Black university. University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue was in attendance, as was a representative from AGB Search, a firm hired to bring in applicants for the committee to consider before they settle on a group of three to five finalists.
Join Rolling Monkey for 'Christmas in July' National Ice Cream Day Celebration on Sunday afternoon
Rolling Monkey will be hosting its annual National Ice Cream Day Celebration on Sunday, July 21st from 12-6pm. The theme this year is Christmas in July! The festivities will include: Car Show Mascot Race Santa stopping by from vacation to take photos with the kids Water Slide Trivia Small Business Giveaways Ava's Lemonade Stand Two lucky winners will receive free ice cream for a year! Rolling Monkey will also have a special Flavor of the Day, which they will be announcing on their social media this Friday, July 19, 2024. Follow the Facebook event page for updates. Rolling Monkey is located at 430 Northside Dr E #166 in Statesboro.
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