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Roaches temporarily close 1 Duval County restaurant; 14 fail inspection
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Florida State Representative Opens Cafe Resistance Bookstore To Challenge State’s Book Bans
State Rep. Angie Nixon's Cafe Resistance bookstore spotlights works centered on Black history. In a move to counter Florida’s controversial book bans, State Representative Angie Nixon has unveiled Cafe Resistance, a unique bookstore in Northwest Jacksonville. This literary haven, which opened its doors on June 30, spotlights works centered...
Food, fun & fireworks: Northeast Florida celebrates the 4th of July
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Firework shows across Northeast Florida lit up the skies for Independence Day. Tons of people packed areas like St. Augustine, downtown Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach to watch the spectacular shows that lasted roughly 20 minutes. Locals and visitors in St. Augustine claimed their spots along the...
Florida logistics company awarded 7 year, $2.3 billion contract with U.S. military
Jacksonville-based company Crowley was issued “one of the largest logistics contracts under the federal government” to continue providing transportation services for the U.S. military. On July 2, Crowley announced that U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) offered the company a $2.3 billion, seven-year contract to provide military transportation and logistics...
Florida Navy veteran asking people to be mindful of those with PTSD during July Fourth celebrations
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — As people around Northeast Florida get set to celebrate the Fourth of July, a Jacksonville Navy veteran wants people to be mindful of those struggling with PTSD. John Tappen said loud noises, like fireworks, still bring back past trauma from his deployment in the Navy. Tappen...
Families enjoying city of Jacksonville pools, quality time for Fourth of July
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It may have been a great day at the beach, but some decided it was a better day to head to the pool for relaxation and family time. More than two dozen city of Jacksonville pools were open for people to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday with their loved ones.
World War II Navy vet from Jacksonville becomes centenarian on 4th of July
A World War II veteran and current Jacksonville resident celebrated his 100th birthday on Fourth of July Thursday. Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5968 in Orange Park hosted a special celebration for Fred A. Long Jr., a 30-year highly decorated veteran of the U.S. Navy, according to Times-Union news partner First Coast News.
Extended Stay America building near VA clinic in North Jacksonville
The city issued a construction permit July 1 for a four-story, 124-unit Extended Stay America and pool at 15678 Max Leggett Parkway at a construction cost of $9.1 million. The 2.09-acre site is west of North Main Street near UF Health in front of the Jacksonville North VA Clinic and Domiciliary in North Jacksonville.
Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in Jacksonville, the Beaches and more
When it comes to fireworks shows, Jacksonville has a few, including annual displays for the Light Boat Parade on Thanksgiving weekend and New Year's Eve. But one of our favorite shows is the city's annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration. No jackets are needed, and you don't have to stay up until midnight to watch. And as it has done in recent years, the City of Jacksonville is bringing the celebration to you, hosting fireworks displays across...
Inspector General investigating Clara White Mission, says city failed in oversight of grants
The Jacksonville Office of Inspector General said the city failed to properly oversee grants awarded to Clara White Mission, a non-profit headed by City Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman.
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