A global sporting challenge is arriving in Jacksonville this Saturday, but local residents and businesses say they have been left in the dark about major disruptions.
The upcoming Ironman triathlon will bring athletes from around the world to swim, bike, and run through the city and into northeastern St. Johns County. However, in the historic Riverside neighborhood, preparations have had residents asking questions.
On the streets of Riverside, there is little to no signage advertising the massive race. Instead, the first indicator for many residents was the sudden appearance of a massive transition tent in Memorial Park and a few signs at the park entrance from the city…