Baker County Firefighters Partner with Red Cross to Enhance Home Fire Safety Over Holiday Weekend
Firefighters from Baker County Fire Rescue's Station 50 collaborated with the American Red Cross to install free smoke detectors in local homes, impacting 7 homes and 11 individuals by increasing fire safety preparedness.
Green Cove Springs City Council Reviews Water Rates and Utility Management, Approves 2026 Rate Study
City Council discussed water rates, legal issues, equipment updates, and utility management, approving a water rate study ensuring financial reserves and exploring water interconnection with Clay County.
Jacksonville Beach Joe’s Swapped For Bubba Gump As Crab Shack Chain Keeps Shrinking
Landry's is converting the Jacksonville Beach Joe's Crab Shack into a Bubba Gump, leaving the chain with about 14 U.S. locations. The closure underscores years of retrenchment at the casual-dining seafood brand.
St. Augustine Beach Power Duo Turns Old Purple Olive Space Into Bagel Hotspot
Chef Peter and Kristen Kenney opened Beach Bagels in the former Purple Olive spot on Anastasia Island, serving fresh bagels, house-made schmears and breakfast sandwiches. The daytime café runs Wednesday–Sunday, 8 a.m.–2 p.m.
Northside Heats Up as Dave's Hot Chicken Hatches Second Jax Spot
Dave’s Hot Chicken will open a second Jacksonville location at River City Marketplace on March 13, replacing a closed Pollo Tropical and adding a drive‑thru. The build‑out is part of a broader expansion backed by the brand’s private‑equity owners.
Pacific Fusion Star Sets Silverleaf Ablaze With New Rustica Hotspot
Jean‑Marie Josselin's Rustica has opened in Silverleaf Commons, pairing Pacific-influenced fusion cooking with seafood-forward small plates and a modern cocktail program. The spot aims to make elevated flavors approachable for neighborhood diners.
Labor Day Caffeine Countdown: Ellianos Brings First Café-Style Shop To St. Augustine
Ellianos Coffee is bringing a café‑style shop and single‑lane drive‑thru to 3465 U.S. 1 in St. Augustine, with franchisee Mike Soares targeting a Labor Day opening. The location will be the brand's first end‑cap café in Florida.
St. Augustine Favorite Michael’s Hits 20 Years, Toasts Big Wine Spectator Win
Michael’s St. Augustine marked its 20th year and picked up a Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence after relocating to the Hyatt Place in Vilano Beach. The move expanded the restaurant’s wine library and tasting options.
Union Terminal Coffee Yard Fuels Jacksonville’s Earliest Crews
Morning Oil Coffee opened April 27 inside the renovated Union Terminal Warehouse, pitching itself as a trades-focused "coffee yard" that will steer profits toward training. The compact spot serves Guatemalan beans, Azar sausage breakfast sandwiches and early-morning hours for crews.
Downtown Jacksonville Gets Smoky As Dapper D’s Brings Cigars And Cheesesteaks To Ocean Street
Dapper D's brings a two-story cigar lounge and cheesesteak shop to Ocean Street, opening May 15 in downtown Jacksonville. The ground floor is fast-casual; upstairs is a ventilated humidor and cocktail bar.
Beloved St. Augustine Favorite The Floridian Makes Big Beachside Comeback
After nearly a year offline, The Floridian will reopen in early June on Anastasia Island in a custom-built, 120-seat beachside restaurant. Owners Jeff and Chef Genie McNally say the new space solves downtown constraints.


























































































































































































































































































































































































































































