Unlike many of Jacksonville’s early 20th-century communities, North Shore was not developed as a streetcar suburb. Instead, it grew with its own unique character, defined by scenic waterfront parks, tree-lined streets, and an impressive collection of brick residences. Today, it remains a quiet, inviting neighborhood where distinctive architecture and a strong sense of place can still be enjoyed at a reasonable cost. Here are five historic facts about this Northside gem. Read More
Goodbye Homerdome, hello Pub Subs: Gateway Jax has announced that Publix is coming to the burgeoning Pearl Square district in the Downtown Northbank. It's the latest addition to Gateway Jax's major Downtown development plans — and the ongoing Northbank Renaissance that's been transforming the city center in recent years. Read More
Done right, moving the Duval County Public Schools headquarters off the Southbank waterfront could be a boon for both the district and Jacksonville taxpayers. However, the School Board may abandon Downtown entirely for expensive digs in Baymeadows — which would deal a blow to taxpayers and to Downtown’s vibrancy. Is the move putting politics above fiscal responsibility? Read More
Located about 25 miles northeast of Jacksonville, Fernandina Beach is a historic city of 13,000 residents that spans the northern half of Amelia Island. Here are five fascinating facts about this vibrant walkable community. Read More
McCoys Creek is a tributary of the St. Johns River, flowing eastward from the Murray Hill neighborhood before emptying into the river near downtown Jacksonville. Over the years, the creek has undergone significant changes, including channelization and rerouting. Today, it is the focus of an extensive restoration effort aimed at returning it to a more natural and resilient state. Presented here is a collection of photographs taken by the City of Jacksonville in 1926, offering a glimpse of McCoys Creek nearly a century ago. Read More
