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Take your pick from these dogs and cats yearning for a home

Cold Noses, The Florida Times-Union 's weekly pet column, features dogs and cats available for adoption at area government-run animal shelters and animal welfare-related news. The Jacksonville Humane Society will waive adoption fees for cats and kittens from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, and Sunday, Nov. 1. For those two days, the fees will be sponsored by a "local supporter in loving memory of their cat, Missy," the society said. All pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped and vaccinated prior to adoption. Additional fees may apply. The society is at 8464 Beach Blvd. To view adoptable pets, go to jaxhumane.org/adopt . For information about how to make a memorial donation, go to jaxhumane.donorsupport.co/page/give . • St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road, St. Augustine. Call (904) 209-6190 or go to sjcfl.us/departments/animal-control . To view available animals, go to petfinder.com/member/us/fl/st-augustine/st-johns-county-animal-control-pet-center-fl751 . Friends of the St. Johns County Pet Center has shelter cats available for adoption Saturdays at PetSmart, 1779 S. U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, facebook.com/fosjcpc . Beemer is a 2-year-old male hound mix dog (ID No. 78512). He is gentle, goofy, playful and sweet. He loves people and making new friends and is happiest being

Jacksonville, FL · 9d

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‘Scream’ star Matthew Lillard coming to Jacksonville for bottle signing and Meet-and-Greet

Halloween weekend is about to get a little more exciting for fans of Scream ! Actor Matthew Lillard is making a stop in Jacksonville for a bottle signing and meet-and-greet at Total Wine & More at the St. Johns Town Center on Friday, October 30, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Lillard is visiting select Florida locations to promote his spirits brand, Macabre Spirits , and its newest release, Ghost Face Vodka. Lillard is best known for playing Stu Macher in the original Scream movie, making the Halloween-season appearance especially fitting for horror fans. What You Need to Know Before You Go The event is open to guests ages 21 and older, and a valid ID is required. No tickets are needed, but admission is first-come, first-served. Fans hoping to meet the actor should plan to arrive early. Lines may be cut off before the scheduled end time if demand is high, and other stops on the tour have reportedly drawn fans willing to wait hours for their chance to meet him. There are also a few rules to keep in mind: Lillard will only sign bottles of Ghost Face Vodka purchased at the Jacksonville location. Outside memorabilia, posters and

Jacksonville, FL · 11d

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This Old Florida Gas Station Now Serves Cheeseburgers Worth Driving For

What if one of Florida’s best burgers was hiding inside an old gas station? In Fernandina Beach, there’s a quirky little roadside diner where the fuel pumps are long gone, but the parking lot is still packed almost every morning. Welcome to T-Ray’s Burger Station, a beloved local institution where juicy, oversized burgers, golden fried shrimp, and homemade cinnamon rolls keep people coming back for more.

Fernandina Beach, FL · 11d
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10 Hidden Hole-In-The-Wall Diners In Florida That Locals Don’t Want You To Discover

A Cuban sandwich and a load of laundry can happen at the same address in Florida. I love that detail more than I probably should. The counter opens at 5 AM, which means your coffee could be ready before your towels are. Another spot on this list sits inside or...

Orlando, FL · 11d
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Avelo Axes New Haven-to-Jacksonville Flights From Its 2027 Schedule

Avelo Airlines has quietly erased its planned 2027 New Haven to Jacksonville flights from the schedule, leaving a gap on the map between southern Connecticut and Northeast Florida. The twice-weekly service had been penciled in to return in early March, and it is now gone from the forward calendar. Current flying on the route is not affected.

Jacksonville, FL · 12d

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Matanzas Innlet restaurant to rebuild, 10 years after Hurricane Matthew

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. Matanzas Innlet, a St. Augustine restaurant damaged by Hurricane Matthew in 2016, isadvancing plans to rebuild at its former location. The restaurant’s ownership began the St. Johns County permitting process more than a year ago and returned Oct....

St. Augustine, FL · 12d

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Pusser’s Bar & Grille set for transformation and new name

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. A popular restaurant and bar nestled between a lake and The Tournament Players Club will soon transform into a new dining destination in Ponte Vedra Beach. Pusser’s Caribbean Bar & Grille is undergoing renovations and will soon unveil...

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · 12d

The Florida Times-Union

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Haunted Florida bar celebrates 50 years with milestone costume party

The famously haunted Ginger's Place is throwing a milestone party the night before Halloween, celebrating 50 years in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. The popular bar, family-owned since it opened in 1976, will celebrate Friday, Oct. 30, ramping up to the spookiest day of the year — and yes, costumes are encouraged. Drink specials are also available from 7-11 p.m. during the festivities, according to the bar's Facebook page. Here's what we know. Can you dress up for Ginger's Place anniversary party? Yes! Costumes are encouraged, according to a Facebook post Ginger's Place shared advertising the celebration. "Join us for a fantastic party, dress in costume, 1976 to 2026!! We would like to thank Jacksonville Beach friends for keeping us in business 50 years," the post read. The post also said patrons might find themselves on the bar's Hall of Fame if they submit photos of themselves, either inside or outside the iconic bar, to 1976gingersplace@gmail.com. Is Ginger's Place haunted? Formerly a dress shop, the building reportedly dates back to the 1950s. Spirits are said to roam the establishment, allegedly including former owner and burlesque dancer Darlene Edith Payson, known as Ginger, after her death in 2003. Coins are found oddly placed

Jacksonville Beach, FL · 11d

Crafting Your Home

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A 101-Year-Old Horror Classic Is Getting a Musical Revival in Jacksonville, Just in Time for Halloween.

The post 101-Year-Old Horror Classic Is Getting a Musical Revival in Jacksonville, Just in Time for Halloween first appeared on Crafting Your Home.…

Jacksonville, FL · 10d

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Florida’s Oldest Diner Serves Its Famous Milkshake Out Of A 1932 Rail Car

A sandwich here stacks scrambled eggs, bacon, and ground beef on one bun. Yes, all three, together, on purpose. That wild creation comes from a Florida diner that has been flipping burgers inside an old railroad dining car since 1932. The milkshakes are hand-spun, and the onion rings get battered by hand.

Palatka, FL · 15d

hoodline.com

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St. Augustine Bagel Chain Moves Into Old Wells Fargo Drive-Thru Next to Chipotle

A fast-growing Florida bagel chain is moving into a stretch of U.S. 1 South in St. Augustine that's been sitting half-empty since a bank branch shut its doors. Jeff's Bagel Run plans to occupy space next to Chipotle in the former Wells Fargo building, bringing the chain its first-ever location in St. Johns County. Officials approved building plans for a 1,732-square-foot shop space on Oct. 13, though no opening date has surfaced yet.

St. Augustine, FL · 13d

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Hey Vets! Get a free burger at Ford’s Garage on November 11

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — This Veterans Day, Ford’s Garage is honoring the brave men and women who have served our country with a free burger or up to $16 off an entree. On Wednesday, November 11, U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members are invited to enjoy a complimentary American Standard Burger entree or up to $16 off any other entree.

St Johns County, FL · 10d

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SweatHouz Is Bringing Private Sauna and Cold Plunge Suites to Durbin Park

A new wellness studio is planned for Durbin Park, where SweatHouz will bring its private sauna and cold plunge experience to The Berkeley, an incoming shopping center in St. Johns County. The development is being built by Jacksonville-based Regency Centers along East Peyton Parkway, just off State Road 9B and...

St Johns County, FL · 10d

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Uniting local readers, an independent bookstore, and a Ponte Vedra resident

As we wind down this semiquincentennial year, Brian Kilmeade returns to the literary world with a new book. Jacksonville bookstore San Marco Books and More has been designated as the official bookseller for a highly anticipated, private event in Ponte Vedra Beach. The exclusive gathering features the FOX News broadcaster...

Jacksonville, FL · 11d

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10 Jacksonville, Florida Barbecue Spots Locals Keep Coming Back To

One barbecue joint in this city opens at 7 AM, so you can technically start your day near a smoker. I love that kind of commitment. Ribs for breakfast? I’m not judging. Another spot builds a sandwich stacked with pork, brisket, sausage, jalapeno poppers, and slaw. A third keeps its pit behind the counter, where the meat gets chopped right in front of you.

Jacksonville, FL · 13d

The Florida Times-Union

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Roach activity temporarily closes 3 Jacksonville restaurants

You can use the database to search by county or by restaurant name . Florida's restaurant owners are not required to post restaurant inspection results where guests can see them. So every week, we provide that information for you. For a complete list of local restaurant inspections, including violations not requiring warnings or administrative action, visit our Duval County restaurant inspections site . Here's the breakdown for recent health inspections in Duval County, Florida, for the week of Oct. 19-25, 2026. Please note that some more recent, follow-up inspections may not be included here. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as a 'snapshot' of conditions present at the time of the inspection. On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. For full restaurant inspection details, visit our Duval County restaurant inspection site . More: See recent restaurant inspections for Clay County More: See recent restaurant inspections for Nassau County More: See recent restaurant inspections for St. Johns County Which Duval County restaurants got

Jacksonville, FL · 13d

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1926 Coffee Co Opening in Historic Jacksonville Building

JACKSONVILLE, FL — 1926 Coffee Co is preparing to open a new coffee shop inside The Barnett building at 112 W Adams St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 around the week of Thanksgiving, Vice President of Development Nathan Walter told Business Debut in a recent interview. The cafe is part of...

Jacksonville, FL · 13d

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These 11 Florida Cafes Serve Pumpkin Lattes Worth Celebrating Fall For

One Orlando cafe makes its pumpkin latte with actual pumpkin puree. Real squash, in a coffee cup, in a state where fall usually means swapping flip-flops for slightly thicker flip-flops. I love that detail because it proves Florida takes this season seriously, even without falling leaves. A Jacksonville shop gives...

Orlando, FL · 11d

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Florida's Restaurant Apocalypse Rolls Into 2026: More Closures — More Layoffs

Rising Overhead Costs and Cautious Diners Hit Neighborhood Favorites and National Chains Hard. Independently researched, reported & reviewed by human journalists!. Senior Staff Writer | OmniCom MultiMedia | Reporting by People, for People™

Florida · 17d