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The Changing Face of 5 Points

September 20, 2024
Words & photos by Ambar Ramirez It’s Aug. 19, 2024 and while doom-scrolling on Instagram you pause on an image the local bottle shop Alewife posted. The caption begins with “Ok. Here we go. **takes a deep breath**,”  and without reading the rest, you know you’re about to read another goodbye post from a beloved spot on the historic

Jacksonville Is Getting in Its Own Way … Again.

What is really happening with the Laura Street Trio? Words by Carmen Macri In the very heart of Downtown Jacksonville lies the very vacant Laura Street Trio. The buildings have been deteriorating for more than 30 years with graffiti covering the walls and overgrown weeds taking over the landscape.

Florida Bill to Ban Social Media for Minors 16 and Younger

January 25, 2024
Words by Ambar Ramirez and Carmen Macri Earlier in the month, legislators introduced a bill aiming to prohibit minors under the age of 16 from using social media. This entails the deletion of existing accounts, including their personal information. The bill also calls for platforms to employ a “non-governmental,” independent

The Specktator

November 1, 2023
Words by Kerry Speckman Shout out to River City Pride and anyone and everyone who make Pride Month such a beautiful success. A personal highlight was seeing Mayor Donna Deegan serve as grand marshal of the Pride parade. It should be a requirement for all future mayors. If you thought

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