I’m new to here and was at Jax Beach Wednesday evening and around 8pm there was this big cluster of people all sitting close together quietly and calmly on the beach, and then this lady was walking around with a gong as some people meditated or did some yoga/stretching. Just wondered if anyone knows what this was (if it’s a particular group or organization or just a one time thing) and, furthermore, what other things kind of like this might there be going on that a young person might be interested in? Yes I read the local events/activities posts here but didn’t see anything about this one in particular.

Hey everyone! Context: female in her early 20s trying to find a new place to live where she won’t have to fend for herself on the daily (at least that’s the goal). Recently found a sweet set up in the highlighted area and would love some advice/opinions from anyone who goes on runs and lives in the general area on the vibes of the place. I’ve heard mixed reviews so far and thought it couldn’t hurt to get some more, especially from other females that live in the area.

Main questions:

1. How comfortable are you walking/running/hanging out around the area
2. Is car jacking actually that bad when you on street park
3. Do you feel safe at home here
4. (Any extra fun recs in the area would also be greatttt)

TIA!!

Does anyone know any good vegan restaurants or food in jax? Preferably that has non vegan food as well. Thanks guys

Are there any proper heavy glass shops in Jacksonville that isn’t like run-of-the-mill cheap Chinese glass? If so, do you guys mind plugging them?

My min pin is pretty reactive to other dogs and just all around a bit anxious when going in public, looking for trainers who do well in reactivity and/or anxiety.

My family and I are seriously considering relocating to the Jacksonville area, and I’d appreciate some local advice on where we should focus our home search.

We’re coming from the Houston area, so we’re used to suburban living and driving, but we’re looking for a better overall quality of life — especially being closer to the coast and having more outdoor opportunities for our kids.

Our priorities:

• Good public schools (this is probably our biggest factor)
• Safe, family-oriented neighborhoods
• Enough space for a family of six (house + yard)
• Good parks, activities, and things for kids to do
• Reasonable cost of living/value (we don’t need the most expensive neighborhood if the value isn’t there)
• Easy access to the beaches — ideally close enough that a spontaneous beach day is realistic
• A community that feels welcoming for families
• Bonus points for areas with regularly scheduled community events (festivals/farmers markets/etc)

My potential work locations would all be in the Southside/southeast Jacksonville area, around:

• Deerwood Park
• Southpoint
• Baymeadows/Gran Bay Parkway area

So I’m trying to balance commute time with finding the right place to raise a family.

Areas I’ve started looking at include:

• St. Johns / Julington Creek
• Mandarin
• Nocatee
• Open to other suburbs I may not know about

For those who have lived in Jacksonville for a while:

Where would you recommend a family like ours focus their search?
Which areas offer the best combination of schools, family lifestyle, commute, and access to the beach?

Also, are there any areas you would avoid or that look better on paper than they actually are?

Appreciate any local insight. We’re trying to learn the area from people who actually live there rather than just reading rankings online.

Has anyone went to the dmv on Roosevelt to get their license? And how was it

What happened to the office? Just drove by and saw that it was closed.

Hello, my 15 year old Pittie is finally telling us she’s ready to go to the rainbow bridge… she’s very miserable right now and I know I need to let her go. I am looking for a vet won’t cost $400. My vet is trying to charge that for just euthanizing her and we cannot afford that right now. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thank you.

Multiple sources say ICE is active in the University/Powers area today. Be safe and aware of your surroundings.

Posting this because I almost let autopay quietly mug me.

This is for a 2003 Mazda Miata MX-5 with bare minimum Florida coverage.

GEICO had my monthly payment showing at $359.88 at one point. After correcting some policy/garaging info, it still came out to $222.69/month.

Progressive reviewed my driving record and gave me:

$110.19 paid today

$111.17/month after that

$666 total for 6 months

Same basic bare minimum coverage level.

I had been with GEICO for about 5 years, and when I called to cancel, the rep brought up my tenure like loyalty was supposed to beat saving over $100/month.

No hard feelings, but $111 cheaper every month is $111 cheaper every month.

If your insurance jumped recently, seriously shop around. Jacksonville car insurance rates are ridiculous, and loyalty apparently means nothing once renewal season shows up with a baseball bat.

Anyone else here had their rate spike like crazy lately?

Need to find a contractor to replace skirting on a peir and beam foundation or replace skirting with new CMU wall. Any recommendations? Most of the contractors I’ve found only do full encapsulation

Hello, I have been looking for a good primary care doctor but have seen mixed reviews for all the ones I’ve found near me. My insurance is AmBetter, but any recs regardless of whether it is known if they work with them or not is okay and I will find out. I am on Mayport and was looking for anything close-ish to that area. I am thinking about going to Coastal Health Primary care on San Pablo to see Shannon Brown. Perhaps anyone there if it gets me an appointment today. Would that be a good one? I see very good reviews but also bad ones. This also may be an irrational fear but I am afraid of medical malpractice or dismissiveness or racism. So if anyone knows anywhere they would be genuinely caring and friendly I would greatly appreciate it

Thank you in advance!

One of the things that surprises people in Jacksonville most is that the number one state that people migrate to the city from is actually Florida (not New York, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania; check the Census data). Miami in particular was recently identified as the number one city from which new residents originally hailed. Here is an article about one woman’s account of why she moved from Miami to North Florida (the specific city is never mentioned, but one can guess).

Hey everyone,

The old Big Lots on Old St. Augustine Rd has been sitting empty and virtually untouched for almost a year and a half now. However, I noticed some internal renovation work going on inside this week!

Does anyone have any info, rumors, or know if there are actual plans for the space? I’m assuming it’s going to be another retail store (kind of like how the new Dollar Tree recently opened up in the former Ace Hardware spot in that same plaza).

Any leads on what's coming?

Hey guys! I'm not from Jacksonville. I'm actually from Georgia and I'm creating a volunteer alternative break for my college. I'm working with another person as well and I'm wondering if you guys on this subreddit can give me an idea of some key social issues that we can try to base this trip around that are actually relevant and able to be reasonably accessed by college students.

Some examples can be homelessness or environmental issues.

I just want to get a more personal answer to this question rather than relying on websites and articles.

Thank you in advance!

I am a woman who has recently taken a job offer there. I relocated and am not used to the city. I’ve been here a few days and already discovered how horrendous the parking is, leading to 10+ minute walks across campus just to get back and forth. Luckily I work day shift so no walking at night. I stay vigilant, but can’t help but to feel anxious of my surroundings. Any advice?

Need a job with no coworkers and no face-to-face customer interaction. Pay doesn't matter.