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Metro Jacksonville to shut down, The Jaxson coming soon

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 19:00:00 EDT

Twelve years after we first started publishing hyperlocal, urban-focused content in Jacksonville, Metro Jacksonville is throwing in the towel. As of July 9, the site as you know it will be no more. Our articles have been returned to their original creators. We couldn’t be prouder of the work we’ve done, the community we’ve built, and the progress we’ve seen in this city, but it’s time for a change.

Game On: Jacksonville's Premier Game Bar is on the Rise

Sat, 20 Jan 2018 08:00:00 EST

You’ve heard of sports bars that allow fans to gather together to watch their favorite teams compete but have you heard of game bars? The GLHF Game Bar in Jacksonville aims to unite gamers across the city – and even the world – with their love of gaming and the rich, unsung community that often develops within gaming spheres.

Engine 15 Brewing Approved To Open Urban Beer Garden

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 02:00:00 EDT

Mike Field of Modern Cities and Transform Jax highlights Engine 15 Brewing Company's plans to bring a unique urban beer garden to Myrtle Avenue and ponders if the area is poised to become a Southeastern version of Pittsburgh’s Strip District or Detroit’s Eastern Market.

Arash Kamiar: Interview with Matt Willis

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

5 Popular Historic Wholesale Districts

Tue, 28 Jun 2016 02:00:00 EDT

Courtesy of Moderncities.com, here's a quick look at five century-old urban wholesale districts that contribute a unique sense of place and excitement to urban living in their respective communities.

Marcelo Murillo: Nighttime in San Marco

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

The Space Inbetween: Hansontown

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 02:00:00 EDT

Ennis Davis, AICP of ModernCities.com highlights the rise and fall of a forgotten downtown Jacksonville community: Hansontown

Can CeCe Jefferson Become Next Great Gator Pass-Rusher?

Fri, 24 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

When Florida lost defensive end Dante Fowler after the 2014 season, a big question was whether the Gators could replace his pass-rushing productivity. It was answered affirmatively.

The Big Clayton Development Roundup

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

Take a look at the significant developments happening outside of NE Florida. Our counterparts in St. Louis, nextSTL, share this roundup of the developments happening in their region.

Urban Construction Update - June 2016

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 04:00:00 EDT

Major construction projects have returned to the landscape of Jacksonville's urban core. Find out where (and more) as we take a brief look at the status of various developments under construction in and around Downtown Jacksonville during the month of June 2016.

12 Things You Should Know About Wawa

Wed, 22 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

Pennsylvania-based Wawa, Inc., a gas station chain with a cult-like following, is aggressively expanding throughout Jacksonville. Today, Ennis Davis, AICP of ModernCities.com, shares 12 interesting facts you should know about Wawa.

4 Reasons to VOTE NO on Mayor Curry's Tax Proposal

Mon, 20 Jun 2016 18:00:00 EDT

Arash Kamiar, MPP provides four reasons why you should consider voting against Mayor Curry's tax proposal.

Best Family Friendly Restaurants - Round 2

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 21:00:00 EDT

Round 2 of the best family friendly restaurants, by JaxRestaurantReviews.com.

Spurrier, Donovan comment on Foley's retirement

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 01:00:00 EDT

If nothing else, Jeremy Foley has learned to keep a secret. Just about all of his closest friends and associates were taken back by the news Monday that after 25 years as Florida’s athletic director, he is officially stepping down October 1.

UrbanCincy: Community Confronts Bike Lane Challenges

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

Even as the city with the third fastest growth in biking commuters, Cincinnati still faces bike path planning difficulties. In this piece, fellow new urbanists UrbanCincy.com share the persistent challenges they face as the community moves to develop a "more robust bike network".

Hard to find public spaces: Reddie Point Preserve

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 23:00:00 EDT

Marcelo Murillo: Downtown Jacksonville at Night

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 03:00:00 EDT

5 Major Retail Projects Coming to Town Center

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 16:05:00 EDT

In a few months, the area around St. Johns Town Center will radically change. Here's a brief look at five major retail developments coming soon to Gate and Town Center Parkways.

Not Very Ladylike with Karrissa Wade: Truvada

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 16:00:00 EDT

The irrepressible Karrissa Wade has a new show! Welcome to the debut mini-episode of Not Very Ladylike with Karrissa Wade. This is the first of many spicy episodes with the First Lady of Jacksonville! We will be debuting new material every weekend, including a variety of original skits by the thoughtful, provocative activist from Jville! Join us after the NSFW jump as she attempts to put some knowledge in your head about a new way to prevent HIV.

Melissa Ross: Dr. Thomas and Aging

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 09:00:00 EDT

Melissa Ross talks to the very enthusiastic Dr. Bill Thomas about how mental attitudes and misconceptions can affect the physical aging process.