Motorcyclist in serious condition after crash near Duval County Courthouse downtown
Read full article: Motorcyclist in serious condition after crash near Duval County Courthouse downtownThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating a collision between an SUV and a motorcycle at the intersection of Broad Street and Adams Street in downtown Jacksonville.
Portions of Forsyth, Adams streets return to 2-way travel in Downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: Portions of Forsyth, Adams streets return to 2-way travel in Downtown JacksonvilleDriving in downtown Jacksonville will be harder before it becomes easier as the city begins work on Forsyth Street, one of the roads that is being returned to two-way traffic.
Expect traffic delays as work begins to return 2-way travel to downtown Jacksonville
Read full article: Expect traffic delays as work begins to return 2-way travel to downtown JacksonvilleDriving in downtown Jacksonville will be harder before it becomes easier as the city begins work on Forsyth Street, one of the roads that is being returned to two-way traffic.
Expect traffic delays when heading to Jacksonville Icemen game on Wednesday evening
Read full article: Expect traffic delays when heading to Jacksonville Icemen game on Wednesday eveningIf you’re heading to the Icemen game against the Florida Everblades Wednesday night, you can expect some traffic delays, officials said.
It’s been 63 years since Ax Handle Saturday. One man says city is ‘dealing with same issues’ following deadly shooting
Read full article: It’s been 63 years since Ax Handle Saturday. One man says city is ‘dealing with same issues’ following deadly shootingSunday marked 63 years since Ax Handle Saturday unfolded in Jacksonville and a commemoration was held at Jessie Ball duPont Center on Adams Street.
The 5 and Dime Theatre announces 2022 season
Read full article: The 5 and Dime Theatre announces 2022 seasonThe 5 and Dime Theatre announces their first full season since 2019. In that time, the theatre has left their Adams Street location and brought on a new managing artistic director. They plan on bringing their same edgy commentary with their performances as this season is focused on the power of resilience. Managing artistic director Bradley Akers stopped by the River City Live set to discuss the above topics and much more.
King Richard Screening | Presented by Black Films Matter
Read full article: King Richard Screening | Presented by Black Films MatterWill Smith’s new film King Richard based on Venus and Serena Williams’ father hits theaters tomorrow. Black Films Matter offers up a special screening at the Jessie on Adams Street this Saturday at 7pm. Doors open at 5 to allow attendees the opportunity to shop with local vendors before the film, then head up to Servin’ Savvy for an afterparty. Expect fashion, good vibes, fun, as well as a quality film that is garnering Oscar consideration. Tickets are available www.kingrichardmovie.eventbrite.com
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Police investigation blocks some Downtown Jacksonville streets
Read full article: Police investigation blocks some Downtown Jacksonville streetsJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Some Downtown Jacksonville streets were closed off by officers with the Sheriff’s Office on Thursday night due to an investigation. The streets included Forsyth and Adams streets from Hogan to Laura streets. A photo from a viewer appeared to show JSO’s defusal robot and some packages near a parking meter outside Gili’s Kitchen, which is on Adams Street. A viewer just sent me this picture of what appears to be a member of JSO’s bomb squad near a parking meter. @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/QNDlZuhdpf — Corley Peel (@WJXT_CorleyPeel) February 26, 2021Shortly before 10:30 p.m., police told News4Jax the packages were safe and that there was no threat to the public.
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LIST: Closures for Jacksonville’s Veterans Day Parade
Read full article: LIST: Closures for Jacksonville’s Veterans Day ParadeIf you live or work downtown, you’ll want to take note of the roads and facilities the city of Jacksonville will be closing for its annual Veterans Day Parade. RELATED: City releases details on Veterans Day ParadeThe city says the following streets will be closed at 7 a.m. on Wednesday:Water Street from Lee Street to Hogan Street. Independent Drive from Hogan Street to Laura StreetBay Street from Main Street to I-95. Forsyth Street from S Myrtle Avenue to Main StreetHouston Street from Adams Street to Clay StreetAdams Street from Main Street to Johnson StreetLaura Street from Independent Drive to Monroe StreetLee Street from Water Street to Monroe StreetDavis Street from Forsyth Street to Adams StreetMadison Street from Forsyth Street to Houston StreetJefferson Street from Monroe Street to Riverside AvenueBroad Street from Acosta Bridge North to Monroe StreetPearl Street from Monroe Street to Water StreetJulia Street from Bay Street to Monroe StreetHogan Street from Water Street to Monroe StreetPark Street from Stonewall Street to Water StreetThe following city offices and facilities will also be closed:
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Reality TV star says Jacksonville restaurant will feature celebrity chefs, ‘edgy’ vibe
Read full article: Reality TV star says Jacksonville restaurant will feature celebrity chefs, ‘edgy’ vibeJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Captain Sandy Yawn from Bravo’s “Below Deck Mediterranean” is converting Historic Fire Station No. 4 on Adams Street into a new downtown Jacksonville restaurant. The name refers to the planned nautical theme for the restaurant at 618 Adams St.“I bought it for the location. I wasn’t thinking restaurant,” Yawn said. But now she’s planning a “really cool, vibe restaurant” with an edgy feel for younger crowd.
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Crews installing Chase Bank sign on top of old Barnett building
Read full article: Crews installing Chase Bank sign on top of old Barnett buildingJACKSONVILLE, Fla. Adams Street between Laura and Hogan streets in downtown Jacksonville remains closed until midnight Monday. Crews are installing the Chase Bank sign on top of the old Barnett National Bank building. Historically, you could see the Barnett bank name on top of the building and the end caps displayed time and temperature.Atkins purchased the Barnett building in 2013 and began construction on the 94-year-old high-rise in 2017. We have 107 multifamily units, which, at this point, are 100% occupied.Two months ago, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, is when the Barnett building reached capacity with residential tenants. From one historic bank to another across the street the former Florida National Bank, also known as the Marble Bank, will be reborn into a restaurant and bar.

Detour planned for I-95 North at Fuller Warren Bridge this weekend
Read full article: Detour planned for I-95 North at Fuller Warren Bridge this weekendJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - As part of the Interstate 10/Interstate 95 Operational Improvements project, I-95 northbound at the Fuller Warren Bridge will be detoured from 10:30 p.m. Friday to 5:30 a.m. Saturday as crews place beams on the I-95 northbound to I-10 westbound ramp, the Florida Department of Transportation said. Drivers traveling north on I-95 will be detoured to the downtown exit ramps and onto the Acosta Bridge. From the Acosta Bridge, traffic will take a right onto Broad Street and then a left onto Adams Street, where traffic can travel north on I-95 or west on I-10. As part of the detour for I-10 westbound traffic and the alternate detour for I-95 northbound traffic, drivers will be directed to the downtown exit ramps and onto the Acosta Bridge. From the Acosta Bridge traffic, drivers will take a left on Riverside Avenue and then a left onto Forest Street, where traffic can take I-10 westbound or I-95 northbound.
