Dangerous Downtown: Out of town homelessness man viciously attacks downtown resident and city leaders are at fault
This week a disturbing incident in downtown Jacksonville’s Berkman Plaza garage has brought attention to the growing safety concerns faced by residents and downtown visitors alike. The attacks, perpetrated by a man armed with wire cutters, have left victims shocked and concerned about the rising presence of homeless individuals in the area. As incidents like […]
Former Sheriff Nat Glover Endorses Donna Deegan and Denounces Divisive Attack Ads from Davis’ campaign
In a surprising turn of events, former Democratic Sheriff Nat Glover of Jacksonville has broken his tradition of not endorsing political candidates to speak out against the attack ads targeting Donna Deegan, a candidate for Mayor. Glover’s endorsement and subsequent ad, funded by the Saving Our City PC, aim to unite the community and denounce […]
The Ferry’s Back: Make memories with your children by driving your car across the water!
Drivers traveling south on State Road A1A in Jacksonville, Florida, can now rejoice as the beloved St. Johns River Ferry makes its return. After a three-month maintenance shutdown, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) has announced that the ferry service will resume operations. This news comes as a relief to commuters who have been enduring a […]
Brentwood neighbors keep up the fight
Lydia Bell isn’t about to quit. She is president of a neighborhood association that is fighting to prevent further decline of her neighborhood. Politicians and bureaucrats in City Hall who talk incessantly about improving old neighborhoods and “quality of life,” are not helping her at all, but Bell continues her quest. She is tough, determined […]
Significant changes have happened in the past half-century and Florida benefits
Things have changed a lot in the weird world of politics in Florida during the past 50 years. In those days, Democrats dominated the state. They far outnumbered the Republicans in registration and had total control of the Florida Legislature. Political writers wore out the word “tantamount” by writing after every party primary that winning […]
New public union law is approved by the Florida Legislature
Despite all the hyperbole from the liberal media, a bill related to public employee labor unions sponsored by Rep. Dean Black, R-Jacksonville, cleared the Florida Legislature April 26. With a House vote of 72 yeas and 44 nays, the bill went to the governor for his likely signature. “A vote for this bill is a […]
Change in publishing legal notices may save money for taxpayers
Members of the City Council have raised legitimate concerns about shifting the site of legal notices to the city’s website. Although it appears to be a cost-saving measure there could be glitches, council members Matt Carlucci and Randy DeFoor said as the bill was being debated. Local newspapers have run legal notices for more than […]
Mayoral debate cleared the air
Jacksonville residents select a new mayor next month. The choice is clear and was made evident in a debate recently. Liberals will vote for Donna Deegan. Conservatives will vote for Daniel Davis. As always, it will depend on which side is more motivated to vote. Some will vote on the issues. Some will vote based […]
Will Jacksonville’s New Recycling Plan Go Back to Basics with Grandparent-Approved Tips?
The city of Jacksonville is rolling out a new recycling initiative called “The Recycling Partnership’s Feet on the Street.” This program aims to improve the quality of recycling in curbside recycling bins by providing residents personalized and real-time curbside recycling education and feedback. The goal is to ensure that only accepted items that are empty, […]
The Mayor’s Debate: Ask for discernment
Eye doesn’t have much to say about the debate last night between Daniel Davis and Donna Deegan because you do not need us to tell you who to vote for. And you certainly do not need campaign consultants telling you how bad their candidate’s opponent is. Campaign consultants are the worst part of humanity in […]