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Jacksonville’s signature foods

Jacksonville’s unique history has given the city a richly varied – if often slept-on – food scene. From Gullah Geechee specialties like garlic crabs to a homegrown style of barbecue to the ubiquitous camel rider sandwich, the area is brimming with delicious, distinctive and authentic cuisine. Here’s a look at nine signature foods of Jacksonville and the First Coast. Read More

Earth M.M. White: An “Angel of Mercy”

In honor of Women’s History Month, The Jaxson is recalling the great life of Eartha M.M. White, a prolific philanthropist and humanitarian in Jacksonville during the 20th century who made it her mission to serve Jacksonville’s vulnerable communities. Read More

Six facts about LaVilla you should know

Located just west of the Downtown Core, LaVilla is one of Jacksonville's oldest historically African-American neighborhoods. The parking craters and empty lots of today belie a rich and vibrant history. In honor of Black History Month, here's a look at six stories from LaVilla's past that deserve to be better known. Read More

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