Category Archives: Take a look around

Am I stepping into the Twilight Zone?

Posted on October 19, 2011 by newzgrrl

For the last two days, I’ve worked Downtown, all day, in an office. And while there were plenty of reminders that I was in the middle of it all — skyline photographs and paintings, window views of the Main Street … Continue reading →

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Why Are We Sleeping?

Posted on February 16, 2011 by newzgrrl

The post title and following text come from T. Frederick Davis’s 1925 work, “History of Jacksonville Florida and Vicinity, 1513 to 1924.” The green cloth-covered hardback beckoned to be read from the beginning. This text is at the end of … Continue reading →

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Hey, children, what’s that sound?

Posted on January 7, 2011 by newzgrrl

He has been called the City’s most loyal employee, in service for 120 years now. On the few occasions when he has taken a break, his employer fields calls to be sure he is in good health. Should you forget … Continue reading →

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The best way to cross the river

Posted on December 23, 2010 by newzgrrl

Jacksonville, the River City, has in the St. Johns a blessing and a curse. The north-flowing river is a beautiful natural asset that ambles through the city and county, creating postcard-perfect views of Downtown and keeping the hot summer days … Continue reading →

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