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Your list of planting options got a bit larger due to milder average winter temperatures and urban expansion. Even the hardiest perennials can die if they are planted in a region that gets too cold so it is wise to know the hardiness zone before you buy a plant thatContinue Reading

It’s no secret that the price of groceries continues to climb. Inflation, increased demand and supply-chain issues have caused prices to rise steadily for the past few years. The average American household spends about $1000 a month on groceries, according to a census bureau survey. In Florida, the average amountContinue Reading

The Florida Policy Institute has released its 2023 Child Well-Being Index and it tells us a lot about how income plays a big role in a child’s well-being. The report states that “quality care for young children remains out of reach for many parents. Child care is among the largestContinue Reading

A 70-year-old man died after striking a tree near San Juan Avenue in the Fairfax neighborhood Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Police said the man was driving southbound on Herschel Street, approaching San Juan Avenue, when for unknown reasons, he sideswiped another car and continued off theContinue Reading

At one point, he appeared to be Donald Trump’s most daunting challenger — his campaign ran out of steam, support and money. Ron DeSantis ended his struggling bid before this week’s New Hampshire primary. But that doesn’t necessarily mark the end of his presidential ambitions. On the latest edition ofContinue Reading

Good morning! Today began with temperatures in the mid-30s, but temperatures will increase quickly to the low 60s. Partly cloudy skies and gusty winds are in the Forecast. There is a 10% chance of rain. After today, temperatures will increase, along with rain chances. Rain chances won’t be overly heavy-Continue Reading

Almost one billion people will suffer from sniffles and sneezes this year. But when you go to the pharmacy to get your favorite cold medicine it may not be there. A panel of advisors for the FDA unanimously determined that the main ingredient used in many popular over-the-counter cold medicationsContinue Reading

The Florida Department of Transportation says the sea wall in downtown St. Augustine along A1A near the Bridge of Lions is deteriorating. FDOT says if a new one were to be built it could better protect the area during storm time, which is known to flood. The seawall was builtContinue Reading

A protester is in police custody after arguing and hitting a counter-protester during a Pro-Palestinian protest Sunday afternoon in Riverside, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. The Jacksonville Palestine Solidarity Network has held several peaceful protests around the city since the war between Hamas and Israel began on October 7th.Continue Reading