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THE ILLUSIONISTS will add magic to your season

November 24, 2024

Downtown·Feature·On Stage·Theatre·Uncategorized

This Tuesday, for one night only, the record-breaking THE ILLUSIONISTS-MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAYS will be onstage at the Performing Arts Center in Jacksonville. Having originated on Broadway, the show features rotating performers who have wowed audiences around the world since 2012. Multi-award-winning Chris Cox – The Mentalist – has performed on Broadway, London’s West End, and the Sydney Opera House.

Downtown·Feature

Rumor Has It

Is First Baptist Church controlling Downtown development? Words by Ambar Ramirez It’s one of the oldest and largest Baptist congregations in Jacksonville. And probably one of the most influential. Whether you were born and raised in Jacksonville or moved to this bold city in recent years, chances are you know

Party in the Front and the Back: Inside Jacksonville PorchFest

Words by Carmen Macri Jacksonville’s one-of-a-kind festival returns for its 10th

Humans of Jacksonville: Gunnel Humphreys

Words & photos by Ambar Ramirez If you’ve heard of Edge

Downtown we will rock you with THE ULTIMATE QUEEN CELEBRATION

October 16, 2024

Downtown·Feature·Music·On Stage·Uncategorized

This Friday (10/18), Jacksonville rock fans are going to get a special treat. THE ULTIMATE QUEEN CELEBRATION is coming to our city for one performance only. This is not a typical tribute or impersonation show, nor is it a story about Freddy Mercury and the original group. This is a

The Changing Face of 5 Points

September 20, 2024

5 Points·Feature·News·Riverside

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

Jacksonville Is Getting in Its Own Way … Again.

September 19, 2024

Downtown·Feature·News

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.

Ink & Barley

August 29, 2024

Feature·LocalLy Ownded·St. Augustine

Where tattoos and brews flow Words and Photos by Carmen Macri & Evergold Photography As you stroll through the bustling streets of Downtown St. Augustine, it’s easy for certain spots to fade into the background, overshadowed by the grandeur of old Spanish architecture and the looming fort. But for

The Wanderer: 100 Things To Do In St. Augustine Before You Die

July 15, 2024

Drink·Entertainment·Food + Drink·Lifestyle·Museum·Neighborhoods·St. Augustine·Travel & Tourism

Words & photos by Amiyah Golden One of the many reasons I love our great city of Jacksonville is the proximity and access to a variety of experiences: I can hop in the car and enjoy the springs, beaches and historical landmarks to tantalize my curiosity. I grew up here,

“The Living Room of Jacksonville”: Residents Rage Against Sale of Five Points Theater

July 3, 2024

5 Points·Community·Entertainment·Movies·On Screen·Riverside

Words by Mallory Pace Since 2011, the Sun-Ray Cinema has been a landmark spot for what’s widely considered the last of historic movie theaters, bringing in residents from all corners and outskirts of Riverside, providing a feeling of nostalgia for when times were simpler, people were friendlier, and movie concessions

Bold Love Fest

May 31, 2024

Concerts·Downtown·Entertainment·Events·Feature·Lifestyle·Music·On Stage

Words by Emily Cannon A festival for bold love in the Bold City, the Bold Love Fest is a concert and festival celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride for all. The inaugural event, producedy by Bold Events, will take place at Daily’s Place on June 15. The festival will feature artists such as

Make America Late Again – The San Marco Train Saga

March 28, 2024

Community·Editorial Opinion·Feature·San Marco

Words by Carmen Macri Remember when Wendy’s Twitter account went supernova with their comeback tweets a few years back? Well, brace yourself for déjà vu, but on a neighborhood level. This time, it’s not a fast-food joint, it’s the San Marco Train Twitter account causing a stir. Yep, that infamous

Community Empowerment & Celebrating Black-Owned Local Businesses in Jax

February 23, 2024

Feature·LocalLy Ownded·Neighborhoods

Words by Briana Pereira Two Sisters and A Deviled Crab: Who are the Two Sisters? Jo Johnson and Kiara Simons are sisters who grew up in Tampa, and like most Tampa natives, grew up eating deviled crabs. For those who might not be familiar, deviled crab is similar

Seeing St. Augustine, One Bar at a Time

February 1, 2024

Feature·Food + Drink·St. Augustine

Words by Briana Pereira Who doesn’t love a good bar crawl? Especially in a city where there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of the breweries or love a fancy cocktail, St. Augustine has it all. For my crawl I stuck to the historic district and tried to