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A Jacksonville Homeowner Got a $15,000 Repipe Quote. The Lower Reply Was for a Different Pipe Job.
A homeowner in Jacksonville, Florida, said their three-bedroom, two-bathroom house needed a full repipe because a previous flip had not been done properly. In a thread from November 2025, they described a roughly 1,600-square-foot home with an accessible, good-sized crawl space and asked for plumber recommendations.
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Bob's Discount Furniture's IPO and Store Growth Plans
The Jacksonville Daily Record reports that Bob's Discount Furniture has declined to comment on possible Jacksonville expansion plans, leaving the company's plans unclear. Both target locations share a landlord: Kimco Realty Corp., the Jericho, New York-based commercial real estate firm that controls shopping centers on opposite ends of Duval County. Argyle Village sits at the busy intersection of Interstate 295 and Blanding Boulevard in Southwest Jacksonville, a 306,506-square-foot center anchored by Publix, T.J. Maxx and Five Below, per the Jacksonville Daily Record. The Argyle storefront itself became available after Joann filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in early 2025 and sought permission to close around 533 stores nationwide, including its Argyle Forest Boulevard location, as reported by ABC10.
First Coast News
Fat Tuesday responds to dress code claims ahead of opening
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JLL Arranges $100M Financing for 2-Property Multifamily Portfolio in Northern Florida
JLL Capital Markets announced that it has arranged $100 million in bridge financing for Waypoint Residential‘s two-property portfolio in Florida, facilitating the recapitalization of recently completed construction projects. JLL worked on behalf of the borrower, Waypoint Residential, to secure floating-rate construction take-out financing with TPG Real Estate Credit. The...
The House Take
A Jacksonville Homeowner Compared Termite Coverage. The $1,400 Option Left Out Repairs.
A homeowner in Jacksonville, Florida, wanted termite coverage for a 10-year-old house of more than 3,000 square feet. In a thread from December 2024, they laid out three quotes and asked whether the rates were reasonable.
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Winn-Dixie Names Shawn Sloan Chief of Store Operations
The Winn-Dixie Company has named longtime executive Shawn Sloan chief of store operations, promoting a 42-year company veteran to its senior leadership team as the Jacksonville, Fla.-based grocer continues to navigate a period of ownership and organizational change. Sloan most recently served as vice president of fresh merchandising. He previously...
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NYC Firm Pays $14M for Jacksonville Warehouse, Plans 70 Tiny Bays
8019 Bayberry Rd — Former Toyota Warehouse, Planned Microbay Conversion. A New York City-based company just dropped $14.125 million on a 115,580-square-foot warehouse in Jacksonville. Portal Warehousing plans to divide the structure at 8019 Bayberry Road into more than 70 small suites. The deal closed on October 1, 2026....
First Coast News
Florida trucking businesses feel the impacts of rising diesel prices
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Crate & Barrel Eyes St. Johns Town Center Spot Where Pinstripes Went Bust
A new site permit under review by the City of Jacksonville shows Crate & Barrel planned for 10274 Buckhead Branch Drive at St. Johns Town Center, the exact parcel where the bowling-and-bistro chain Pinstripes was supposed to open before its parent company collapsed into bankruptcy. The furniture and home decor retailer would take over a lot that has already been cleared once for one failed project, with utility demolition work still part of the current filing.
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Financial strategist breaks down the mixed messages we're hearing about the economy
Ohio: Worst Car Insurance Companies for Overcharging (Is Yours On the List?) If you need help with the Public File, call (904) 393-9801. At WJXT, we are committed to informing and delighting our audience. In our commitment to covering our communities with innovation and excellence, we incorporate Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to enhance our news gathering, reporting, and presentation processes. Read our article to see how we are using Artificial Intelligence.
The House Take
A Jacksonville Homeowner Got a $4,900 Electrical Panel Quote. A Commenter Paid Less for a Panel and New Circuit
A Jacksonville, Florida, homeowner started looking into an electrical panel replacement after an air-conditioning unit tripped a breaker. The house had an old 200-amp panel, and the homeowner wanted to replace it and the breakers before selling.
The Florida Times-Union
Pecan Park Flea Market is closed: 5 other Jacksonville markets to try
After four decades of weekend shopping, bargain hunting and treasure finding, the Pecan Park Flea & Farmers’ Market is officially closed. Known for its mix of antiques, vintage furniture, collectibles, household goods and more — along with fresh produce and prepared foods — the market welcomed shoppers for the final time Sunday, Sept. 27. With as many as 750 vendors, it had grown into one of Florida’s largest flea markets. So, what led to the closure? And where can Jacksonville shoppers go now to find similar treasures and deals? Here’s what to know, plus other flea markets around Jacksonville worth checking out. Why did Pecan Park Flea Market close? The decision was not made by the market’s operators. The property was sold, and the new owners have other plans for the site. The remaining 20 acres were purchased for $8.55 million by a partnership linked to the Butler family. The group plans to redevelop the property for an automobile dealership, bringing an end to the flea market’s longtime run. When did Pecan Park Flea Market officially close? The final day for shoppers was Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, marking the end of an era for the Jacksonville market. As for vendors,