Closing underutilized magnet schools — like A. Philip Randolph Career Academies — would save DCPS $77M

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – In an effort to save money, a proposal to close nearly 30 Duval County Public Schools is on the table. The closings could eliminate a handful of…

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Closing arguments set to begin today in federal conspiracy trial of former JEA executives

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Closing arguments will begin on Wednesday morning in the case against former JEA executives Aaron Zahn and Ryan Wannemacher. The men are charged with conspiracy and wire…

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Pizza Cave closing in Five Points

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Pizza Cave’s last day in operation will be Feb. 3, its owners have announced on social media, as the venue transitions to a private event venue. Known…

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Texas-based Ida Claire closing Jacksonville location to make way for new, improved urban tavern

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The building where the Ida Claire restaurant sits is changing for the third time after the company announced it will rebrand to an “everyday urban tavern,” according…

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What do you think about colleges and universities closing their DEI offices?

Opponents fear Florida bill targeting DEI programs will harm cultures on college campuses Offices of diversity, equity and inclusion are closing on college campuses after Senate Bill 266 passed last…

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Fanatics closing Jacksonville center, laying off 218 employees

The company attributed the center’s closing to its aging facility and the want to better serve international fans through its online service. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville-founded sports merchandising company Fanatics Inc….

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Hyperion Brewing Company closing doors after serving up brews in Springfield for nearly 7 years

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Hyperion Brewing Company will no longer be serving brews for the Springfield community after it officially closes its doors before April, the company announced in a…

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Landmark Arlington nightclub Jim’s Place closing after 33 years

Jim Jones III, the owner of the Jim’s Place nightclub at 7900 Arlington Expressway, is retiring and closing the club for good. Its last day will be Dec. 31. (Dan…

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Car flips on I-295 westbound, closing two lanes near Buckman Bridge

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol is responding to a car that flipped on I-295 Friday afternoon, closing two westbound lanes. According to FDOT, the crash occurred around 12:11 p.m….

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Jacksonville nightclub Jim’s Place closing

The owner of a popular Jacksonville nightclub is closing the business for good Dec. 31 after a run that spanned more than three decades. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The parking lot…

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