City History

Many of the places we frequent today in Jacksonville have a shared history — as gas stations.That’s what Kelsi Hasden tells WJCT News Director Jessica…

Originally published October 2015A new nonfiction book is inviting readers to take a journey through historic Jacksonville neighborhoods.“The Mad Atlas of…

A new service is offering historical and cultural tours of downtown Jacksonville. On Friday, founder Sherry JHill narrated from the front seat of a…

Jacksonville's future residents can look forward to a glimpse into the past after the dedication and unveiling of a time capsule at the Duval County…

Jacksonville's so-called "oldest city employee" is getting back to work today after 15 months off the job.Big Jim, the 120-year-old, 32-inch copper steam…

Recently discovered color 16mm vacation films offer a view into Jacksonville's past.The footage, which was purchased at a garage sale in San Jose, CA,…

A new City Council task force will soon be announced with the mission of reviewing Jacksonville's combined city-county government. The panel could contain…

African American author and folklorist Zora Neale Hurston is best known for her 1937 novel, Their Eyes Were Watching God. Hurston was 13 years old when…

The Matthews Bridge celebrated its 60th Anniversary Saturday with a rededication ceremony at the foot of the bridge in Arlington. Although…