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Duval County Farms Open Gates Sunday for Rescheduled Tour de Farm

Five farms across Duval County will throw open their gates this Sunday for a rescheduled afternoon of local food and agriculture, with Slow Food First Coast's Fall Tour de Farm running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission works a little differently than a typical ticketed event: one car pass covers every person riding along, and that single pass unlocks access to all five stops on the route.

Duval County, FL · 28d

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Dream of homeownership coming true for single mother

MAYPORT, Fla. – A year ago, Helen Johnson could only imagine what it might be like to have a bedroom of her own to decorate. Now, as the walls and roof take shape at her future home in Mayport, that dream is becoming real. “It was like a reality...

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Fat Tuesday delays Riverside location grand opening to make upgrades based on feedback

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Fat Tuesday announced that it is delaying the grand opening of its Riverside location to make upgrades based on feedback from its soft opening. This comes a week after the original grand opening was delayed due to the weather. The new grand opening was set for Friday, Oct. 16.

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Ashco Centers proposes mixed-use waterfront development to replace DCPS headquarters on Jacksonville’s Southbank

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Ashco Centers has unveiled plans for a proposed 4.87-acre mixed-use development along the St. Johns River to replace the Duval County School Board headquarters on Downtown Jacksonville’s Southbank. The project, called The Seaport at St. Johns, would include two towers with high-end residences and a...

Jacksonville, FL · 26d

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Buzzworthy Businesses with James Richardson of Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board

“Buzzworthy Businesses” is a unique and cool talk show that showcases individuals and companies in the community that are making a buzz and giving back. Our goal is to interview guests that are doing great things in their business and in their community. Today our hosts, Steve Strum and Printella Bankhead spoke with James Richardson.

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New PharmcoRx Pharmacy Opens Across From HCA Florida Memorial in Jacksonville

HCA Florida Memorial Hospital — Hospital Across From New Pharmacy. A new community pharmacy has opened its doors in Jacksonville's Southside neighborhood, setting up shop at 3604 University Blvd South, Suite 102, directly across from HCA Florida Memorial Hospital. The location is the latest addition to PharmcoRx, the pharmacy network run by NextPlat Corp., and it's designed to serve patients, nearby specialty medical practices and other healthcare providers in the surrounding business and residential areas.

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SpaceX launch creates jellyfish-shaped cloud over Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Many people across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia looked up Tuesday morning as a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket climbed into the sky, creating a striking jellyfish-shaped cloud. The rocket lifted off at 6:33:44 a.m. EDT Oct. 13 from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space...

Georgia · 29d

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Harbor Freight Eyes Fifth Jacksonville Store at Pablo Station on Beach Blvd

A former Food Lion and Big Lots building on Beach Boulevard is about to get a new life as a Harbor Freight tool store, with city permits now moving through review for the buildout at Pablo Station. If approved, it would mark the tool retailer's fifth Jacksonville location and seventh across Northeast Florida.

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Affordable housing plan in Northwest Jacksonville up for discussion at City Council meeting

A plan to build affordable housing in Northwest Jacksonville is up for discussion at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting.

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Action News Jax

Byron Donalds weighs in on housing, JTA finances, and Amendment 3 during Jacksonville stop

Republican Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds addressed several issues affecting Jacksonville during a roundtable discussion focused on affordability.

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Jacksonville Budget Proposes $4.9 Million for Affordable Housing and Downpayment Help

Jacksonville City Council may add $4.9M for affordable housing, including $1.5M for downpayment aid, or adopt a $2.1M alternative.

Jacksonville, FL · 28d

The St. Augustine Record

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St. Johns County Snail of Approval awards highlight local food growers

St. Johns County will host a Slow Food First Coast Snail of Approval presentation Nov. 17 from 2 to 3 p.m. at The Floridian at 485 Old Beach Road in St. Augustine. The Slow Food First Coast Snail of Approval program identifies farmers who can provide seasonal crops for Northeast Florida businesses. Hosted by St. Johns County, The Floridian and the St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and The Beaches Visitors and Convention Bureau, the free presentation will connect chefs and restaurant and businesses owners with area farmers who supply seasonal fruits and vegetables. Prissy Fletcher, the county’s agricultural liaison, described the event as an opportunity to strengthen the area’s food economy while better understanding the seasonal availability of local crops. Attendees will also learn about the Snail of Approval, an honor awarded to local farmers, purveyors, restaurateurs and artisans. Those who receive the coveted title must source locally and sustainably, provide a positive environmental impact, hold inclusive business values, remain actively involved in the community and support staff and cultural diversity in food. Local producers, purveyors, restaurateurs and artisans who receive this honor are also listed on the National Snail of Approval Map . What is Slow Food First Coast? Established

St Johns County, FL · 28d

FloridaDaily

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The City of Jacksonville is Working Against Lower Housing Costs

Local home builders in Duval County have told Florida Daily they have tried to help lower costs for families looking to buy a home, but City of Jacksonville officials are helping, too. Government agencies are telling local builders they “need” to keep up with code and add extras that “would...

Jacksonville, FL · 28d

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Hawaiian Bros Plans Florida Expansion With Jacksonville Among Four Target Markets

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is preparing to enter Florida, with Jacksonville among four markets slated for expansion under a new agreement that calls for 52 restaurants across the state. The fast-casual chain has partnered with Southern Rock Restaurants and Southern Rock Hawaii to develop locations in Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tampa and...

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Fresh off the farm: St. Johns County backs program bringing locally grown food to area daycares

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – A St. Augustine woman is on a mission to get healthy, locally sourced food into the hands of children at daycares with future plans to get into schools across St. Johns County — and she’s getting a significant financial boost to make it happen.

St Johns County, FL · 29d

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650,000-Square-Foot Warehouse Leased on Jacksonville's Westside

A 650,000-square-foot warehouse on Jacksonville's Westside has a new tenant at Florida Gateway Logistics Park, adding to the city's industrial corridor. The lease was reported by the Jacksonville Daily Record. Building 4 Specifications. Building 4 is a 650,000-square-foot facility. It features 40-foot clear ceiling heights, 143 dock doors, four drive-in...