Long-ignored Northwest Jacksonville finally gets $6M infrastructure fix

Residents in Northwest Jacksonville are one step closer to long-awaited improvements in their community, following the launch of a multimillion-dollar infrastructure project designed to enhance safety, attract new businesses, and improve the quality of life.

For years, neighbors have voiced concerns about poor lighting, unsafe roads, and the lack of a full-service grocery store. One of the biggest issues has been nighttime visibility.

“So the lighting is a huge issue right there when you’re going onto the highway and coming off the highway at night, you really can’t see,” said resident Randall Jackson.

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Others said the lack of essential services, including access to fresh food, has only added to the challenges…

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