Florida Times-Union

The Florida Times-Union is a daily newspaper located in Jacksonville, Florida. Recognized as the oldest newspaper in the state, it first hit the stands in 1864 under the name Florida Union. The newspaper evolved in 1883 when it merged with another local publication, the Florida Daily Times. In 1983, Morris Communications from Augusta, Georgia, acquired Florida Publishing Company, making the Times-Union the flagship newspaper of the group, which owns several newspapers nationwide. Currently, the paper is owned by Gannett, and its editor is Paul Runnestrand.

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After less than 4 months, all-you-can-eat Jacksonville buffet abruptly closes

1 day ago | jacksonville.com | Gary Mills

B Mac's Buffet, a recent addition to Jacksonville's dining scene, has permanently closed its Northside location after less than four months. The Callahan location of the Waycross, Ga.-based chain has also closed. Despite initial expansion plans, the two closures represent a setback for the buffet chain. 💻 Sign up for Dining Notes, the free weekly restaurant newsletter from the Times-Union's Gary Mills delivered to your email inbox each Wednesday. Sign up now.
First Coast's Marty Lee retires: Who are Jacksonville's all-time leading football coaches?

1 day ago | jacksonville.com | Clayton Freeman

After a 28-year head coaching tenure with First Coast High School football, Marty Lee retires at or near the top of several all-time lists for Duval County Public Schools. A coach at First Coast since the school opened in 1990, first in baseball and then in football, Lee officially handed the reins to defensive coordinator Jarvis Parker on June 2. Only one active Northeast Florida head coach has led his team for a longer period: Trinity Christian's Verlon Dorminey is entering his 35th year.
'Difficult decision': After 18 years, Hooters abruptly closes Jacksonville restaurant

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Gary Mills

Gary T. MillsJacksonville Florida Times-UnionThe Hooters restaurant on Southside Blvd. in Jacksonville has closed after 18 years. This closure leaves only one Hooters location remaining in Jacksonville. The company had previously closed other Jacksonville-area locations, including one in Orange Park in 2024 and one at The Jacksonville Landing in 2019. 💻 Sign up for Dining Notes, the free weekly restaurant newsletter from the Times-Union's Gary Mills delivered to your email inbox each Wednesday.
Travis Hunter makes dazzling interception during Jaguars OTAs

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Juston Lewis

Juston LewisJacksonville Florida Times-UnionJacksonville Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter hasn't seen the field for defensive snaps during a media-open organized team activity practice. But the team is making sure to keep eyes on the standout rookie. The Jaguars released a video of Hunter making an impressive catch during a media-closed OTA practice on Tuesday. Hunter ran step for step with undrafted rookie receiver Darius Lassiter before turning his head to get vision on the ball.
Raines football awaits giants in the Graveyard: Who's on 2025 high school schedule?

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Clayton Freeman

The first Raines football kickoff is still more than two months away, but the Graveyard is already gearing up for the arrival of Sunshine State superpowers. Class 3A runners-up in the 2024 Florida High School Athletic Association football playoffs, Raines announced a marquee season opener against Miami Central to begin their 2025 campaign on Saturday, Aug. 23. For Miami Central, the game would be the school's first in Jacksonville since defeating First Coast 62-0 on Sept.
CEO of Jacksonville-based nonprofit Ability Housing to depart in December after 22 years

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Beth Cravey

Shannon Nazworth, president and CEO of Ability Housing, is leaving her position at the end of the year after nearly 22 years. Nazworth oversaw the organization's growth from a small group of rentals to 12 multifamily communities housing about 2,000 people. Mary Kay O’Rourke, former CEO of Habitat for Humanity, will serve as interim chief administrative officer while a national search is conducted for Nazworth's successor.
Swooping to Sporting Jax: UNF's Zara Siassi among new signings for women's soccer club

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Clayton Freeman

Sporting Club Jacksonville signed three players, including University of North Florida defender Zara Siassi, ahead of the team's inaugural kickoff in the USL's Gainbridge Super League for women's soccer. Siassi, a native of Lake Worth who played at Park Vista High School, earned ASUN defensive player of the year honors at UNF and lined up for the Ospreys from 2020 through 2024. She also started all 82 of her matches at UNF, a program record, and tied for the team lead in 2024 with three assists.
Councilman contends legal advice on Jacksonville law sides with 'open-border politics'

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | David Bauerlein

On advice of city lawyers, Jacksonville Sheriff's Office won't enforce city's new immigration law while federal injunction blocks a similar state law. Council member Kevin Carrico, who sponsored the local law, criticized the Office of General Counsel's legal advice, saying it supports "open-border politics."The city's legal counsel advised the Sheriff's Office to continue cooperating with federal immigration law enforcement.
20 most popular baby names in Florida: Liam, Olivia top the list

2 days ago | jacksonville.com | Gary Mills

Liam and Olivia were the most popular baby names in Florida for 2024. Liam has been the most popular boy's name in Florida for 10 consecutive years. Truce and Ailany were among the fastest-rising names in popularity nationally.
Jacksonville's Communities in Schools celebrates 35th anniversary with $1 million grant

3 days ago | jacksonville.com | Beth Cravey

Communities In Schools Jacksonville received a $1 million grant from The Jim Moran Foundation for its Leon Baxton Legacy Fund. The Jim Moran Foundation, celebrating its 25th anniversary, focuses on improving the lives of Florida youth and families. Two momentous anniversaries are helping to build an endowment for Communities in Schools Jacksonville.