This guest editorial Michael Geraghty, grandnephew of legendary Jacksonville baseball manager Ben Geraghty, honors his great uncle's relationship with the 'home run king' Hank Aaron and their historic roles in breaking Jacksonville's baseball color line with the 1953 Jacksonville Braves. Read More
A sneak peak inside the new RD International Market at 7534 Beach Boulevard. When fully completed, the Asian and international market will include a food-court with 13 to 14 operators, a bakery, hot food bar, groceries, fresh produce and a large live seafood market. Read More
Barnett's Subdivision is a small neighborhood within the larger Durkeeville community that has a very rich history. In honor of National Black History Month, here are five facts about Barnett's Subdivision that most Jaxsons may not know. Read More
On Thursday, February 15, 2024, Downtown Jacksonville's Friendship Fountain will officially re-open after being closed years. Beginning at 6:00 p.m., various city officials will speak, including Mayor Deegan. The event will include a launch of the long anticipated fountain show. Here's more information concerning the event and recent photographs of Friendship Fountain. Read More
On Wednesday, October 4, 2023, AG Lafley served as the guest speaker at Scenic Jacksonville's fourth annual Great Cities Symposium at the Garden Club of Jacksonville. The former CEO and Chairman of global consumer goods company PG, Lafley was the founding CEO of The Bay Park Conservancy in Sarasota. The Bay Park Conservancy recently completed the first 10-arce phase of what will be a 50 acre, $200 million signature bayfront public park. Recently, The Jaxson had an opportunity to visit this waterfront park in person. Here is a visual tour of this recreational space. Let us know what you think about the park's design and amenities. Read More
