12. No Lot J, no problem: 15 other projects moving forward
The Jacksonville Jaguars plans for a mixed use infill development at TIAA Bank Field’s Lot J died earlier this week. For those who may be wondering what’s next for Downtown, here are 15 projects continuing to make progress that will bring additional residential, retail, entertainment and hotel rooms to the urban core.
11. 10 Filipino eateries to know about in Jacksonville
Home to the largest Filipino population in Florida, Jacksonville offers an abundance of Filipino owned and operated businesses like grocery stores, bakeries, and restaurants. These ten Filipino businesses are only a glimpse of Jacksonville’s rich and diverse Filipino community.
10. Walkable Jacksonville: Moncrief
Jacksonville’s urban core is home to a number of historic pedestrian scale neighborhoods. Many are a direct result of the city’s former electric streetcar network that operated between 1880 and 1936. Today, The Jaxson highlights an area known as the District of Soul: Moncrief.
9. 12 free things to do in Jacksonville
If you live in Jacksonville, then you already know: there’s always something to do here. But going out with friends or planning a day with the family doesn’t have to be expensive. Here is a list of twelve fun activities and popular attractions in Duval County—all free of charge.
8. The Mysterious Betz Sphere of Fort George Island
In 1974, the Betz family of Jacksonville found a metal orb in the woods of Fort George Island. Over the years, the enigmatic “Betz sphere” has generated speculation about what it is and where it came from - and now has inspired its own podcast dedicated to untangling the mystery.
7. Curry is either JEA sale mastermind, or a sea cucumber
Mayor Lenny Curry continues to distance himself from the JEA sale fiasco, but what does the evidence say about his involvement? Close analysis reveals only two possibilities: either Curry is indeed the mastermind behind the sale of the public utility, or he is in reality a brainless echinoderm, perhaps of the species Holothuria floridana, witlessly squirming his way through the business of being Mayor of Jacksonville.
6. Jacksonville ghost towns: Greenland
The Jaxson explores the remains of one of Jacksonville’s forgotten ghost towns: Greenland
5. The making of San Jose
What is now recognized as the neighborhood of San Jose, 4.5 miles south of Jacksonville, was originally envisioned to be a grand master-planned development.
4. The Civil War photography of Jacksonville
Guest writer Andrew R. Nicholas dives into the surviving photographs taken in Jacksonville during the Civil War.
3. Kroger Coming To Jacksonville, Sort Of
Popular grocer Kroger, one of the largest retailers in the world, is entering the Jacksonville market. But there’s a catch!
2. Through the years: Metropolitan Park
A virtual look at the evolution of Metropolitan Park over the years.
1. Jacksonville’s 8 oldest operating barbecue joints
The South is known for great barbecue and Jacksonville’s restaurants are no exception. In honor of National Barbecue Month, here are eight Jacksonville BBQ joints that have been serving up the cuisine for several decades and counting.