DIA Still “Willing and Able” to Discuss Negotiations for Laura Street Trio
The door remains open for negotiations between the Downtown Investment Authority (DIA) and the developer for the Laura Street Trio following a pair of DIA board and committee meetings last month. Conversations regarding funding for the massive historic renovation and adaptive reuse of the three buildings have continued between the City of Jacksonville and SouthEast […]
FDOT Proposes Post Street Roundabout
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) held a public meeting at its Jacksonville Urban Office Training Center on Thursday, April 25 to share plans and gather community feedback for its proposed Post Street from Cassat Avenue to Old Roosevelt Boulevard Resurfacing and Rail Safety project. The project would bring an elongated roundabout to the intersection […]
Catholic Charities Celebrates Service with Soiree
It was an evening of simple elegance as supporters flocked to Catholic Charities’ flagship event, the Black and White Soiree. Held at the Adam W. Herbert University Center Saturday, April 20, the night comprised of dinner, a wine pull, fundraising and a keynote speech by State Attorney Melissa Nelson. Funds raised went toward empowering the […]
Women’s Board Hosts Annual Spring Luncheon
Awards announced, service honored The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital held its Spring Luncheon April 24. Over 150 members gathered alongside hospital leadership at the annual meeting to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments. President Kendra McCrary announced the combined fundraising efforts 2023 First Coast Design Show and the 2023-24 Florida Forum, which totaled $848,000. […]
An Installation of Inspiration
A Vision for Art blends an elevated canvas of artists, collectors Community support for Episcopal School of Jacksonville (ESJ) came into focus during A Vision for Art, ESJ’s annual art event, presented in 2024 in conjunction with Northern Trust. The five-day art shopping experience kicked off with an opening night celebration on April 19 at […]
Empowering Mothers
Prioritizing Breast Health this Mother’s Day Being a mother is good news in the fight against breast cancer. “If you’ve had a child, and you’ve breastfed, all of this decreases your likelihood – your risk – of getting breast cancer,” said Pink Ribbon Jax Chair Marica Pendjer. Mother’s Day is May 12, and Pink Ribbon […]
Hodgkins Recieves Sapphire Award
$50,000 in support will be directed to Gateway Community Services The Florida Blue Foundation recently honored nine statewide nonprofit programs, organizations and individuals working to improve health outcomes and health care access in their local communities. Among the 2024 Sapphire Award recipients was Candace Hodgkins, president and CEO of Gateway Community Services, who received a […]
Chamber Welcomes Hightower Class VIII
Program Namesake Mike Hightower and several board members welcomed Class VIII of the JAX Chamber Hightower Emerging Leaders Fellowship in a March 25 ceremony on the 22nd floor of the VyStar Credit Union Tower. The Hightower Fellowship brings together a class of talented professionals with prominent and influential Jacksonville leaders. Fellows build relationships and learn […]
