August 24 was celebrated as National Burger Day. In 1885, the burger was born when the Menches brothers served beef between bread at the Erie County Fair in Hamburg, New York. Jacksonville has its own burger history stories and contributions as well. From the first ever Burger King to long-gone local chains, here's a look at five burger facts from Jacksonville history. Read More
Mayo Clinic is one of Jacksonville's largest employers and currently home to more tower cranes than downtown. Today, we take a look back on the establishment of the Northeast Florida economic center and highlight some of its ongoing expansion projects. Read More
Current plans for the Daily's gas station proposed for LaVilla don't match the community's vision for the future of the neighborhood. Here are five simple steps that would allow a mixed-use gas station to coexist with the LaVilla community's desire for equitable revitalization of a historically significant Downtown Jacksonville retail district. Read More
Ever wonder what neighborhood commercial strips were originally set up to be walkable? Look no further than this map by George W. Simons, Jr. It presents an interesting look at zoning in Jacksonville during the Great Depression. Read More
