A coalition of 32 groups is urging Florida lawmakers to tap trust‑fund receipts and boost appropriations after a state report found a roughly $759M parks repair backlog.

An early‑morning blaze destroyed a Treasure Coast cat rescue, killing 11 cats and a tortoise and injuring the owner. Volunteers and local groups are mobilizing to help.

A Jacksonville sober‑living nonprofit that has operated since 1967 says it must raise about $175,000 after fire inspectors found long‑missed safety violations and displaced residents.

A city permit issued March 9 clears the way for a Ben & Jerry’s scoop shop at 1027 Park Street in Five Points, prompting mixed reactions from nearby businesses.

Spliff's Gastropub broke ground at The Reef on Mayport Road, joining a wave of new restaurants coming to Atlantic Beach. The buildout will add outdoor seating, a full bar and a large tap list.

ALDI moves into Penman Plaza this week with a ribbon‑cutting and grand‑opening giveaways for the first 200 shoppers. The conversion ends Winn‑Dixie’s run at the site.

Tennessee‑based Phillips has opened a Jacksonville office to support water, heavy‑civil and power projects across Northeast Florida. The move positions the firm closer to ports, utilities and regional jobs.

Saucy! By KFC is converting two former PDQ sites in the Jacksonville area, with openings scheduled for March 23 and April 13 and a sauce-forward tenders menu.

A Palm Coast man pleaded guilty to 12 counts of possessing child sexual abuse material and was sentenced to five years in prison plus 10 years of probation. Authorities say the probe began after a tip to NCMEC.

Marriott and Choice Hotels are planning properties along Daytona's LPGA Boulevard as national restaurants and grocers reshape the corridor.

A 19-month-old was reunited with their mother after deputies found the child during a Jan. 8 car theft in Jacksonville.

A man in his early 20s was wounded near Valencia Way Apartments on Labelle Street; JSO recovered nine shell casings and is reviewing surveillance while asking for tips.

Dense morning fog and mid‑80s heat will shape the week. Beachgoers and commuters should plan ahead.