While most states recognize Juneteenth as either a state holiday, ceremonial holiday, or day of observance, many things we take for granted today such as the coffeehouse, tea rooms and the international city of London are examples of things that once flourished off the backs of enslaved labor through the transatlantic slave trade. Read More
In honor of Pride Month, join The Jaxson's Mike Field and the St. Johns Riverkeeper's Steph Morse on Saturday, June 24 for a guided bike tour of sites and stories from Jacksonville's LGBTQ history. Read More
With a new mayor and city council members taking office in July, revitalizing Downtown Jacksonville will continue to be a top priority for the city government. Here are four proven, relatively simple, common-sense suggestions to spark revival without relying on huge budgets and massive new developments. Read More