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Bell and Layton’s Delicatessen Brings Bagels and Pastrami to Jacksonville’s Mandarin Neighborhood

Jacksonville’s Mandarin neighborhood is getting a new deli focused on fresh bagels, smoked lox and pastrami. Bell and Layton’s Delicatessen and Provisions is preparing to open at 10140 San Jose Boulevard, in the former Player’s Grille space. The 5,094-square-foot shop is the project of business partners Brian...

Jacksonville, FL · 15d

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Willowbranch Playground Reopens in Riverside Just in Time for Fall

Kids in Jacksonville's Riverside neighborhood have a freshly reopened playground to climb on this fall, with city parks officials announcing that the play area at Willowbranch Park is ready for use. The announcement, timed to the season, gives families along Willowbranch Creek a reason to head back to the park grounds at 2870 Sydney Street.

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WOKV

Demolition begins on Brett’s Waterway as Fernandina Beach moves forward with marina redevelopment

Demolition is underway at Brett’s Waterway, a longtime Fernandina Beach restaurant that served generations of families for 41 years.

Fernandina Beach, FL · 13d

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The High Cost of Dying

Death, much like a newly paved lot in Riverside, has been thoroughly corporate-sanctioned, sanitized and inflated beyond all recognition. For decades, the standard exit strategy in Duval County has meant handing over a small fortune to a glossy funeral parlor for a heavy mahogany box, chemical embalming fluids that could survive a nuclear winter and a concrete vault designed to keep nature entirely out of the natural order of things. But a quiet, slightly rebellious counter-movement of death doulas, green burials and conservationists across Northeast Florida is tearing up the script. They are trading corporate funeral monopolies for hand-stitched shrouds, untreated pine boxes and a return to the oldest tradition on earth: letting the dirt take you back.

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Good Food, Great Friends and a Little Southern Soul

There are tailgates, and then there’s Georgia-Florida weekend. For generations of Bulldog fans, the annual trek to Jacksonville has been about more than football. It’s a reunion of friends and one of the best weekends on the college football calendar. While the Dawgs and Gators battle it out...

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Celebrating Diwali - Light Beyond Lamps

Jacksonville – Come celebrate Diwali with lots of food, colorful decorations and the opportunity to learn about the ancient values and traditions of Diwali that carry on today. Open to all at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir located in the Arlington area. Tuesday November 10, 2026 from 12pm-6:30pm. 7500 Merrill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32277.

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Cantina Louie Plans Jacksonville International Airport Location

Tacos before takeoff could soon be on the menu at Jacksonville International Airport. Cantina Louie, the Northeast Florida restaurant brand known for its Mexican street food and cocktails, is preparing to bring its menu to the airport’s new Concourse B. The city approved a permit on October 26 for...

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Jacksonville readers choose News4JAX anchor Melanie Lawson as Folio Weekly’s first Person of the Year

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – We’ve always known how amazing News4JAX anchor Melanie Lawson is, but it’s nice to know the Jacksonville community sees it, too!. Lawson, who has been a feature on The Morning Show broadcast for nearly two decades, was named Folio Weekly’s 2026 Person of the Year, chosen by readers across Northeast Florida.

Jacksonville, FL · 15d

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REVIEW | Alder & Oak beckons with pizza and a good time

Free local news and info, in your inbox at 6 a.m. M-F. On my first visit to Alder & Oak at The Hub Brooklyn, curiosity and hunger pangs guided our ordering strategy, which meant my dining companion and I ended up with about twice as many dishes as the typical two-top at the determinedly stylish Mediterranean restaurant. When a server arrived with our selections from the menu’s “Earth” and “Sea” sections—more prosaically known as “entrees”—she became visibly apprehensive. While she could find space on the fog gray wooden table for all the Greek-motif dinnerware she was carrying, the arrangement struck her as uncomfortably crowded.

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The Florida Times-Union

The McRib is back! Here’s where to find it in Jacksonville

McDonald’s fans in Jacksonville may have a reason to celebrate: The fast-food chain’s popular McRib sandwich is back , and local customers are reporting sightings across Northeast Florida. The limited-time McRib sandwich will be available at McDonald’s locations across Florida starting Tuesday, Oct. 27, giving fans another chance to get their hands on the barbecue favorite. In addition to the announced rollout, fans have shared their enthusiasm for the sandwich’s return by reporting sightings in Jacksonville, Pensacola, Titusville, Apopka, Melbourne, Tampa and Fort Myers, according to the McRib Locator website. The McRib’s return has become an annual event for many loyal customers, who eagerly track down the boneless pork sandwich whenever it reappears on restaurant menus. Beyond Florida, McDonald’s has confirmed the sandwich’s return in Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Dallas. Here's what to know about the McRib and how to find one near you. What is in McDonald's McRib? The McRib is a boneless meat patty shaped to resemble a rack of ribs. Budget your diet for: Calories: 520 (26% of daily value) Total fat: 28 g (35%) Total carbohydrates: 46 g (17%) Protein: 24 g (48%) What is the McRib made of? Despite its name and rib-like

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The 2026 Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair Main Stage Concert Line-Up at the New JAX Amphitheater

The 71st Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair has announced its 2026 JAXFAIR Main Stage Line-Up for the inaugural concert series at the new JAX AMPHITHEATER, a 10,000-capacity, open-air venue at the brand-new Jacksonville Festival & Fairgrounds. This year’s Fair takes place November 5–15, 2026 at its new home on Jacksonville’s Westside, launching a new era for one of Jacksonville’s most beloved traditions. With the theme “HERE WE GROW!”, the 2026 Fair brings all the family fun to Northeast Florida for 11 days, incredible music, rides, food, art, agriculture, horticulture and so much more!

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Zunzibar Bringing Coastal Cuisine and Curated Cocktails to Jacksonville This Fall

Savannah-Born Restaurant Will Open at Brooklyn Station with Fresh Seafood, Shareable Plates, Curated Cocktails, and a Rooftop Bar. Zunzibar is headed to Jacksonville. The Savannah-born coastal-inspired restaurant and bar, centered on chef-driven food and curated cocktails, will open its first Jacksonville location this fall at 90 Riverside Ave., Suite 601, at Brooklyn Station. Spanning approximately 6,025 square feet across two levels, the restaurant will feature indoor and outdoor dining, an integrated indoor-outdoor bar, and lounge-style gathering spaces.

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Boo-reaking news 👻 Watch NewsJAX anchor Sophia Vitello’s terrifying trip through the 13th Floor Haunted House

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – In what has become a beloved tradition on The Morning Show, we sent some new blood through the 13th Floor Haunted House (insert evil laugh). This year it was Morning Show traffic anchor Sophia Vitello’s turn, and it was truly a scream!. Press play above...

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The String Cheese Incident Details Say Cheese Winter Tour 2027

The String Cheese Incident rolled out its Say Cheese Winter Tour 2027. The jamgrass pioneers will tour through the Southeast before returning to their home state of Colorado to wrap the run. The Say Cheese Tour is anchored by SCI’s previously announced appearance at WinterWonderGrass Festival, marking the band’s first...

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Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · 19d

Home is reimagined masterpiece in Marsh Landing

Tucked within the prestigious gates of Marsh Landing Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, 175 Bridle Way is a remarkable expression of refined coastal living. Following an extraordinary two-year, designer-inspired renovation, this exceptional residence has been completely reimagined, blending timeless architectural elegance with sophisticated modern luxury. The transformation is evident...

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Nike, Georgia and Outkast Link Up for a Football-Inspired Collection

Nike is bringing college football and Atlanta hip-hop together with a new collection celebrating the University of Georgia and Outkast. Created alongside creative brand Class Trip, the Georgia x Outkast capsule arrives ahead of the Bulldogs’ October 31 matchup against Florida, marking the first time the historic rivalry will be played in Atlanta rather than its longtime home of Jacksonville.

Atlanta, GA · 15d

The Coconut Mama

Struggling chain closes last location in Florida city after 40 years

A popular restaurant chain has closed a longtime Florida location, ending a decades-long presence in one of the state’s largest cities. The shutdown comes as the brand continues to restructure…

Jacksonville, FL · 16d

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Ford’s Garage Preparing Second St. Johns County Restaurant In Beachwalk

Ford’s Garage is preparing to open a restaurant at 102 Beachwalk Blvd. in St. Johns, Florida. According to public records, St. Johns County issued a permit for the restaurant. The Beachwalk restaurant will be the chain’s second in St. Johns County. The other is at 550 Outlet Mall Blvd.,...

St Johns, FL · 16d

The Quake

The String Cheese Incident Reveal Initial 2027 Tour Dates

The upcoming trek will include a visit to a market they haven't played in 25 years.