The Pickle Factory Expands in Jacksonville After 1 Year
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – September 15, 2025 – The Pickle Factory, the world’s first and only pickle superstore, announced today that it will be doubling its retail space this October at its Jacksonville flagship (5913 St. Augustine Road). The expansion comes just one year after opening, fueled by rising demand for its...
Jacksonville organizers travel to Baker County immigration detention center to protest
BAKER COUNTY, Fla. – Jacksonville organizations on Saturday traveled to the Baker County immigration center to protest. The Jacksonville Immigrant Rights Alliance and other organizations started their protest in Life Ev’re Voice and Sing Park. A handful of speakers talked about wanting to get rid of the immigration...
JSO: Man shot through sliding door while inside home
Officers responded around 4:40 a.m. to the 1300 block of Brookwood Forest Boulevard
Operation GLADD Dads Take Home Litter League Championship
The City of Jacksonville has announced the winners of the inaugural Jacksonville Litter League, the city’s newest anti-litter competition, which turns community cleanups into a team sport. After two months of friendly competition, Operation G.L.A.D.D. Dads, led by team captain Michael Robinson, has been crowned the...
Pennsylvania company buys five Northeast Florida apartment communities
Pennsylvania-based Morgan Properties bought five Northeast Florida apartment communities Sept. 16 in transactions totaling $35.5 million. Four of the properties are in Duval County and one is in Clay. Morgan Properties is headquartered in Conshohocken, north of Philadelphia. The company website says it focuses on...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Month: First Coast News’ Christina Burgess shares importance of mentorship
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — It takes a LITTLE to be BIG, is the mission behind Big Brothers Big Sisters, the nation’s largest youth mentoring organization. In honor of Big Brothers Big Sisters month, our very own Christina Burgess introduces us to her little sister, Ma’kiya. Ma’kiya Smith is...
JAXBest 2025: Who serves up the best lunch in the Jacksonville area? Vote now!
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Who serves the best lunch in the Jacksonville area?. You nominated, and now it’s time to vote for your favorite from the Top 4. Finalist voting runs through Oct. 2, so rally your friends, cast your votes, and show love to your local favorites. And finally, the moment you’ve all been waiting for:...
Jacksonville Weather Alert: Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds Expected Sunday Afternoon
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Residents across northeast Florida should prepare for stormy conditions Sunday, as the National Weather Service forecasts afternoon and evening thunderstorms along with breezy winds across the Jacksonville metro area. Storms Arrive After 2 p.m. While Saturday will bring mostly sunny skies and a...
Florida Woman Claimed $8.75 Million Florida Lotto Jackpot
A Florida woman recently claimed an $8.75 million Florida Lotto jackpot. The Florida Lottery announced that Kelly Hagens, of Jacksonville Beach, claimed the $8.75 million Florida Lotto jackpot from the May 7, 2025, drawing. The North Florida winner chose to receive her winnings as a one-time, lump-sum payment of...
Toxic Habits Draining Energy in Jacksonville
Jacksonville residents are battling an invisible enemy: toxic habits that suck the life out of daily routines. New data from a recent survey reveals that 68% of locals feel constantly drained, with stress levels spiking amid the city’s fast-paced vibe. But there’s a game-changer emerging—presence awareness clarity, a...