Deegan unveils $1.92 billion budget proposal
For the San Marco edition of this article with relevant budget items, click here. Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan presented her proposed 2024-25 budget during a special address held July 15 in city council chambers. The proposed budget includes $1.92 billion for the general fund – a $165 million increase from the previous fiscal year. The […]
The Young Independents
It’s time to celebrate Jacksonville’s Young Independents – the bright, passionate, entrepreneurial up-and-comers who are making an impact in our community. From kicking their careers into high gear and supporting charitable causes to enjoying all the River City has to offer, these emerging leaders are lighting up the local landscape in a big way. Let’s […]
MOCA: 100 years of beauty
One of Jacksonville’s premier arts and cultural institutions marks its centennial this year, as the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville (MOCA) celebrates a century of showcasing the arts. Founded in 1924 as the Jacksonville Fine Arts Society, it was the first visual arts organization in Jacksonville and one of the first art museums in the […]
The Art of Light
Glass is one of the oldest artistic materials. Since medieval times, the art of stained-glass windows in churches and cathedrals has served to decorate, educate, inspire awe and offer honor and glory to God. And the churches of Jacksonville are replete with examples of this ancient art form. Light reflects divinity Abbott Suger of St. […]
Carlucci bill would require 2/3 approval to supersede zoning overlays
Following the controversial approval of a Planned Unit Development application for the Lofts at Southbank project, At Large Group 4 City Councilmember Matt Carlucci has introduced legislation he hopes will add additional protections regarding PUD applications for projects that conflict with an area’s zoning overlay. A public hearing has been continued to July 16 to […]
Loyal to Local: des Islets Florist & Gifts
.For small business owner Miranda “Randy” des Islets, combining her passion for floral and jewelry design was a natural fit, a lifetime in the making. “I used to save up my birthday money to attend jewelry camps during the summer and buy jewelry-making supplies,” she said. “I started fixing jewelry pieces on the playground.” Today, […]
A constitutional issue? Proposed anti-hate crime bill sparks debate
As Jacksonville prepares to celebrate Independence Day, community discussion continues on proposed changes to the city’s ordinance codes that some say could potentially have constitutional implications by limiting free speech. At a June 11 public meeting, representatives of 904ward, the League of Women Voters Jacksonville and Jax Queer Coalition expressed their support for Ordinance 2024-334, […]
“All In” for Florida Theatre
Jacksonville went from Bold City to Sin City for one night only, May 18, during the Florida Theatre’s signature annual event, The Florida Theatre Ball – Vegas Style, presented by Dex Imaging. The night’s starring lineup featured craft cocktails, Vegas-inspired cuisine from Well-Oiled Events, live music from The Chris Thomas Project and an auction that […]
