Defunct Five Points Merchants Association rekindled with fresh eyes
Jacksonville’s Five Points District resides within the historic Riverside neighborhood and is known for its eclectic collection of restaurants, bars and boutiques and its unique, bohemian vibe. Many small business owners call it home. Some have called it home for several decades; others are new to the neighborhood. Regardless of how long their business has […]
FinFest delivers on festive occasion, island-style
The Jacksonville Speech and Hearing Center (JSHC) hosted its annual FinFest fundraiser on Saturday, May 13 at Timuquana Country Club. Darnell and Celestine Smith served as event Chairs along with Honorary Chairs Katie Jeffries and Chris James, Dr. Christine Sapienza and Jasmine Bragg, Ashley Smith Juarez and Alex Juarez, Al Emerick and Ashely Carroll and […]
City breaks ground on LaSalle Street Pump Station
Jacksonville city leaders joined representatives from Haskell and A&E Engineering in a ground breaking ceremony for the much-anticipated LaSalle Street pump station in San Marco on Wednesday, May 17. “This Lasalle pump station will be an important tool in addressing the chronic flooding in this community and protecting these citizens and their property,” said City […]
CSI Gives Back improves education, community
CSI Gives Back hosted its 4th annual gala, titled “A Night Under the Stars Masquerade Ball,” at the University of North Florida arena on April 29, 2023. Guests enjoyed food from Biscotti’s, dancing and a silent auction. Proceeds from the event went to support children and families in the First Coast community, and this year’s […]
Runway show shines light on critical mission
For children who are hard of hearing or deaf, there’s never a day that doesn’t provide some form of challenge. Despite the difficult days, a very special day for students was made possible during a recent fashion show at the St. Johns Town Center Dillard’s department store, May 6. Proud parents, teachers and alumnus of […]
City Council approves settlement agreement in redistricting lawsuit
At a May 9 meeting, the Jacksonville City Council voted 15-to-3 to approve a settlement to end the ongoing litigation regarding the redistricting of the city council and school board district map. The three dissenting votes were from Council Members LeAnna Cumber, Brenda Priestly Jackson and Reggie Gaffney, Jr. In May 2022, the Jacksonville branch […]
Historical society shares annual Endangered Properties list
The Jacksonville Historical Society (JHS) has released its annual list of endangered buildings. The list, “Jacksonville’s Endangered Historic Properties 2023,” is an annual compilation of historic sites and properties currently facing the threat of demolition. This year’s list features more than 20 properties, including religious structures, dwellings, public buildings, businesses and schools, as well as […]
Root Ball returns for Derby Day
Frosty mint juleps flavored Greenscape of Jacksonville’s 16th annual Root Ball fundraiser on May 6, aptly named “Ante Up for Derby Day” for its Kentucky Derby-themed watch party, complete with casino games, hat and bowtie contests and silent auction. Funds raised will assist in providing education, advocacy and tree-planting here in the River City. “We […]
