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Restaurants: What's new or coming soon to Jacksonville's Westside, Orange Park, Northside
Even though we’ve seen some notable restaurant closings already this year, plenty of new restaurants have opened across Jacksonville – and even more are on the way. From burger, taco and pizza joints to Italian and Mexican restaurants to breakfast, brunch and buffet spots, the area’s dining scene is growing, from downtown to...
Fans React To Jaguars’ New Throwback Uniforms
The Jacksonville Jaguars have a lot to prove next season. They closed out last season on a very low note, and that’s despite being considered a legitimate dark horse to make it to the Super Bowl last year. With that in mind, the organization released its ‘Prowler Throwback’ uniforms,...
Darden Restaurants reaches $605 million deal to buy Chuy’s
Darden Restaurants Inc., the company that owns several chains that operate in Northeast Florida chains, is adding another. The company announced July 17 it reached an agreement to acquire Chuy’s Holdings Inc., parent of the Chuy’s Tex-Mex chain, in an all-cash deal worth about $605 million. Chuy’s has...
MOCA to exhibit works from The Gordon W. Bailey Collection
The Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA), a Cultural Institute of the University of North Florida, kicks off the second half of its 100th anniversary year with “Fill My Heart With Hope: Works From The Gordon W. Bailey Collection.”. The inclusive exhibition featuring more than 100 works from the...
Permits issued for first phase of Imeson Port Center in North Jacksonville
The city issued permits July 17 for two of the first three buildings at Imeson Port Center in North Jacksonville that developer Chalmers Property Co. estimates totals $66 million. The Conlan Co. of Jacksonville is the contractor for the almost 200,000-square-foot buildings, totaling about 600,000 square feet, at 1001 Zoo...
Jaguars Unveil New Throwback Uniforms
The Jacksonville Jaguars have entered a new era over the last few seasons with former Super Bowl-winning head coach Doug Pederson at the helm and Pro Bowl quarterback Trevor Lawrence under center. So naturally, with the team presumably on the rise, Jacksonville has unveiled new throwback uniforms this offseason as...
City of Jacksonville breaks ground on long-awaited Old Middleburg Road widening project
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – After years of planning, the city of Jacksonville broke ground Thursday on the Old Middleburg Road widening project. The first phase of the project will expand the road from two to four lanes, from 103rd Street to Parman Road. The second phase of the widening project...
Local nonprofit founder faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding VA
The founder of a local nonprofit focused on connecting service members with mental health resources is accused of defrauding the Department of Veterans Affairs for tens of thousands of dollars for over five years.
Jaguars announce 90s-style “Prowler” throwback uniform
The Jaguars have put together something for their 30th season in 2024. Jacksonville announced on Thursday that they’ll be wearing their 90s-style “Prowler” throwback jerseys for their Week 5 matchup with the Colts. Former head coach Tom Coughlin will be inducted into the Pride of the Jaguars...
Long-awaited widening begins on Old Middleburg Road
It’s about time, says Bo Cooner, as traffic buzzes by his subdivision off Old Middleburg Road. Twenty-four years ago, the Better Jacksonville Plan set aside money to widen the two-lane road to four lanes from 103rd Street to Argyle Forest Boulevard — but the work remained a line on a project list.
Jaguars unveil 'Prowler' throwback uniforms, set to debut in Week 5 game vs. Colts
The Jacksonville Jaguars are dusting off a beloved look to celebrate their 30th season of football in Duval County. The Jags unveiled their "prowler" throwbacks on Thursday, fulfilling a persistent fan request to revive a classic uniform from a bygone (and perhaps, returning) era. The kits feature plenty of unique attributes, including a custom type font, black-and-gold trimmed numbers and the prowling Jaguar logo from that era. Most importantly, they remind Jags fans of the good times of old.
Jaguars sue Amit Patel, who stole $22 million from the team for gambling
On the surface, the Jaguars are trying to get blood from a stone. At a deeper level, they might be setting up a far more lucrative play. Via Xuan Thai of ESPN.com, the Jaguars have sued Amit Patel for $22.2 million that he embezzled, largely to support a gambling habit. The relevant principal of Florida law permits the Jaguars to recover treble damages, pushing the suit to $66.6 billion.
Waffle House files more plans to build at Touchton and Southside near Tinseltown
The city is reviewing civil engineering plans for Waffle House to develop a site in South Jacksonville along Touchton Road, between Copeland’s of New Orleans and the Deerwood Lake Commons shopping center anchored by Publix Super Markets Inc. Waffle House Inc. of Norcross, Georgia, and civil engineer Contineo Group...
County sheriffs combine for community meet and greet in Nocatee
A combined event was held by members of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office where members of law enforcement were able to meet residents of the Nocatee community. The event was scheduled to take place in the parking lot near the Nocatee Splash...
Weather Impact Alert issued Saturday for widespread storms between 2-7 pm
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The First Coast News Most Accurate Weather Team™️ is issuing a Weather Impact Alert Day for Saturday, July 20, from noon to 7 p.m. for thunderstorms. IMPACT: Daily sea breeze storms will erupt again heading into the weekend. But that will combine with a...
Jaguars LB Foyesade Oluokun claims a spot in ESPN's top 10 ranking
He may not be the centre of attention before or after games, but Foyesade Oluokun may be one of the most valuable players in his position. The Jacksonville Jaguars know it, and it looks like executives and coaches agree, based on an ESPN poll. The 28-year-old St. Louis native signed...
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