Tennessee Builder Muscles Into Jacksonville With New Infrastructure Hub
A national infrastructure contractor with Tennessee roots has planted a flag in Jacksonville this month, opening a new office that puts it in the thick of the region's water, heavy-civil and power work. The move brings Phillips, a firm known for self-performing complex jobs, closer to First Coast clients and crews,...
Doctor shares top causes of child ER visits in Jacksonville
Dr. Samuel Stephenson, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist with Emergency Resources Group, appeared on WJXT4’s The Morning Show to discuss the most common accidents that send children to the emergency room. He highlighted that falls are the leading cause, followed by motor vehicle accidents, crashes involving...
Here’s how to dodge the high gas prices in Northeast Florida
We all love a high-energy show, but the gas prices in Jacksonville lately? Not so much. Just a few weeks ago, we were coasting, but now the average is creeping up toward that $3.70 mark today. It’s like watching the ticket prices for a stadium tour - you blink and you’re out an extra twenty bucks! If you’re cruising...
Foundry Acquires Three Florida Senior Care Centers
Foundry Commercial has acquired three Florida assisted living and memory care facilities for $52 million. The three Florida properties are located in Jacksonville, Titusville and Plant City. The Jacksonville property, which opened in March 2023 and is located on the Northside at 1035 Starrat Road (shown), sold for...
Jacksonville to consider making March 18 ‘Lil Poppa Day’ in remembrance of local rapper
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Nearly one month after it was announced that Jacksonville rapper ‘Lil Poppa’ had died, Eastside residents gathered at City Hall on Tuesday to ask officials if March 18 could be designated as “Lil Poppa Day.”. March 18 is Lil Poppa’s birthday. His full...
Jacksonville Sober House Rocked After 59 Years Without A Fire Check
A century‑old Jacksonville sober‑living institution is suddenly fighting for its life after city fire inspectors realized the residential wing of its Hubbard Street property had never been inspected. The surprise discovery has already pushed 13 residents out of their rooms and left the nonprofit scrambling to pull...
Motorcyclist dies after losing control, striking three poles on Edgewood Avenue: JSO
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a motorcyclist died on Tuesday evening after they lost control of their bike and struck three poles before crashing on Edgewood Avenue West. JSO said that speed was likely a factor in the crash and that the motorcyclist, who was...
Downtown Jax Dining Gutted As Bellwether, Intuition Call It Quits
Downtown Jacksonville is losing two of its best-known food and drink anchors this spring, a one-two punch for the already fragile Northbank dining scene. Bellwether is set to serve its last meals at the end of March after nearly nine years, and Intuition Ale Works will close its downtown taproom and Bier Hall in April.
Bond for woman accused in Jacksonville Beach shooting set at over $1 million
Mauriana Dixon, 18, faces two counts of attempted murder in the second degree and two counts of shooting or throwing deadly missiles.
Southern Comfort Buffet Restaurant Opening in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, FL - Annie Ru's Carryout and Catering is set to open March 11 at 5045 Soutel Dr, Suite 18, Jacksonville, FL 32208, bringing a family-run Southern comfort concept to the city’s Northside. The restaurant is owned by Clifton F. Daniels Sr. and Mrs. Ruth Daniels, with their son Clifton F. Daniels Jr....
