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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 · 26d

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 · 26d

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 · 26d

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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...

Jacksonville, FL · 27d
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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 · 27d

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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...

Jacksonville, FL · 27d

WOKV

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Town Center West development seeks city approval to replace old Neptune Beach Kmart

Proposed renderings show a new hotel and shopping complex coming to the site of the old Kmart in Neptune Beach.

Neptune Beach, FL · 26d

WTHR

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Indiana man captures SpaceX launch in Florida

Cape Canaveral, FL · 27d

Trains.com

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Cory, CSX chief operating officer, announces retirement

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — CSX Chief Operating Officer Mike Cory is retiring, the railroad announced today (Monday, Oct. 12). “Mike has dedicated his career to the railroad industry and has made significant contributions to CSX, our customers, and our employees, helping drive safety and productivity to record levels while developing a strong bench of leaders across [...] Read More...

Jacksonville, FL · 28d

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Jacksonville to consider ‘Free to Garden’ urban farming rules as bill heads to council

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A small farm tucked into Jacksonville’s Springfield neighborhood is fueling a renewed push at City Hall to spell out clearer rules for urban agriculture — especially when it comes to selling what you grow. Nathan Ballentine, who runs Overalls Farms, said growing food isn’t...

Jacksonville, FL · 27d

Action News Jax

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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.

Jacksonville, FL · 27d

Nestor Alvarez

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The Insurer Paid the Licensed Roofer for a New Roof. Work Never Started, and Florida Revoked the License and Ordered $18,506.50 Repaid.

In June 2017, homeowners in Atlantic Beach, just east of Jacksonville, signed their insurance benefits over to a Jacksonville roofing company to put a new roof on their house. The company's qualifying agent held a state certified roofing contractor license.

Atlantic Beach, FL · 28d

Florida Jobs Desk

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Jacksonville jobs roundup: federal construction, engineering, car wash operations, project support, and part-time assistance

Jacksonville’s lineup spans construction, manufacturing, operations, and support roles. Gilbane Federal is seeking a full-time senior project manager for federal construction work, while Johnson & Johnson is looking for a senior engineering manager to guide capital projects tied to surgical vision manufacturing. Prime Car Wash Jacksonville has a full-time assistant general manager focused on day-to-day site operations, and Stellar Energy Americas Inc is hiring a full-time assistant project manager supporting project coordination and documentation. The list also includes a part-time personal assistant position from Franklin, giving readers a mix of leadership, project, and service-oriented openings.

Jacksonville, FL · 26d

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Waypoint Inks $100M Bridge Loan for Two Florida Rental Assets

JLL Capital Markets arranged $100 million in bridge financing for Waypoint Residential’s two-property portfolio in Florida, enabling the company to recapitalize 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 portfolio consists of...

Jacksonville, FL · 28d

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Acosta Group unveils Premium+: The engine behind better retail execution

New integrated model unites nationwide field teams with technology, talent, logistics and real-time support to help brands and retailers improve retail performance

Jacksonville, FL · 27d

Action News Jax

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St. Johns County hosts event to promote local food systems and sourcing

St. Johns County has partnered with local organizations to host a free event on Nov. 17 designed to connect area businesses with regional farmers.

St Johns County, FL · 27d

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Chamblin Bookmine Preparing for New Ownership as Founder Plans Employee Transition

After five decades at the helm of one of Jacksonville’s best-known independent bookstores, Ron Chamblin is preparing for a change in ownership at Chamblin Bookmine. The 84-year-old founder is working on a plan to eventually transfer the bookstore business to approximately 30 employees, giving the people who have helped run it a role in its future as he begins stepping back.

Jacksonville, FL · 29d

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Crate & Barrel Plans Jacksonville Store at St. Johns Town Center

Crate & Barrel could be the next retailer to take over a vacant site at St. Johns Town Center, with plans identifying the home furnishings brand at a property previously slated for a Pinstripes entertainment venue. The proposed location is at 10274 Buckhead Branch Drive in Jacksonville. The site is...

Jacksonville, FL · 29d

Florida Jobs Desk

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Jacksonville education jobs: coaching, childcare, math intervention, cooking and pediatric nursing instruction

Jacksonville’s education openings range from classroom and enrichment roles to college-level clinical instruction. LearningRx Jacksonville Beach is seeking a Cognitive Training Coach for one-on-one brain-training sessions, while Sticky Fingers Cooking Jacksonville is hiring a Kids Cooking Instructor for afterschool classes. Allen Children Center / AC Center Inc. has childcare teaching roles across age groups, and KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is looking for a math interventionist focused on K-8 support. Chamberlain University’s Pediatric Visiting Professor role is the most specialized, centered on nursing students in clinical pediatric settings.

Jacksonville, FL · 27d

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First Watch Plans 30-Job Cafe at World Golf Village by Spring 2027

A new First Watch cafe is headed to World Golf Village, with the breakfast-and-lunch chain planning to open its doors at 11527 St. Johns Parkway in late spring 2027. The roughly 4,000-square-foot restaurant will seat more than 170 guests, feature a covered patio and a locally inspired mural, and is expected to create about 30 jobs in St. Johns County.

Jacksonville, FL · 10-10