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Volunteers and sponsors spent Thursday rehabbing a Thomas Street house in Green Cove Springs as Habitat leaders push to keep working families in Clay County amid rising home prices. NEFAR data show the median jumped to $368,000 in January.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office says deputies are on scene of an officer-involved shooting near Old Kings Road and asked the public to avoid the area.
A woman riding an electric scooter was killed on the 6300 block of Jammes Road; police say the driver fled and are asking the public to call 904-630-0500.
Food & Drinks in ...
Cafe San Marco opened in the former Bistro AIX at 1440 San Marco Blvd, pairing a Cuban-style breakfast cafe with an evening tapas bar and late-night pizza.
Birdie Coffee opened a downtown walk-up at 1 Independent Drive, offering quick specialty coffee and locally sourced pastries for morning commuters.
Community & Society in ...
Duval County began installing walk‑through weapons detectors at middle schools this week and says every county middle school will be equipped by the end of April.
Two arrested after a 14-year-old was brought to a Jacksonville strip club and given alcohol, following a seven-month investigation spurred by a viral video.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Five measles cases have been confirmed in Duval County as officials step up vaccination clinics and contact tracing. Parents are urged to check MMR records and follow DOH guidance.
Retail & Industry in ...
Walmart opened a next‑generation Supercenter in Jacksonville's Oakleaf neighborhood with a fresh sushi bar and roughly 400 new jobs, the company says.
Politics & Govt in ...
City Council approved up to $7,500 to hire outside counsel after state ethics staff signaled Florida’s anti‑nepotism law could block a councilmember from seeking leadership while his father serves.
A Westside argument escalated into gunfire on Cinnamon Lakes Drive early Tuesday; a man was hospitalized and JSO is investigating whether it was self‑defense.
Two 7-year-old children died after falling through a frozen pond near Richlands; officials say investigators have ruled the deaths accidental. Authorities described the scene as heartbreaking.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
The Amp's 2026 schedule stacks huge names — and several headline nights are already sold out. The venue also just earned Billboard recognition.
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