Neighborhood Guide — North
Duval
Duval is one of 206 named neighborhoods in Duval County, located in the North planning area (City of Jacksonville code N9). This page combines verified City of Jacksonville boundary data with published articles tagged to Duval.
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Education
St. Johns County schools spotlight Life Work program for young adults with disabilities
The district's Life Work Program offers post-diploma support in employment, social skills, and independent living for graduates with disabilities through classroom learning and community work experiences.
October 9, 2026
Education
Jean Ribault High counselor named finalist for national award
Dr. Brianna Patterson, a Ribault alumna who has doubled dual enrollment and boosted scholarships by $5 million, is one of five finalists nationwide for the 2027 School Counselor of the Year.
October 9, 2026
Emergency Response
Jacksonville Deploys Urban Search & Rescue Team to Hurricane Isaias Zone
A Type III USAR team with canine units and 17-vehicle convoy stages in Tallahassee to assist storm-damaged communities, while all Jacksonville fire stations remain fully staffed.
October 9, 2026
Arts & Culture
City employee art exhibition opens Oct. 12 at Main Library
A show of 164 pieces by Jacksonville municipal workers and their children will run through November at the downtown library, spotlighting creative talent across departments from public works to the sheriff's office.
October 9, 2026
Infrastructure
St. Johns County cuts ribbon on $42. 5M CR 210 widening
A three-mile stretch between Greenbriar Road and Cimarrone Boulevard is now four lanes, with new signals, sidewalks, and drainage to serve one of northwest St. Johns County's fastest-growing corridors.
October 9, 2026
Education
St. Johns County School Board to meet Oct. 13
The board will convene at 4:30 p. m. in person and virtually, with public comment available through Webex or by phone.
October 9, 2026
Real Estate
Jacksonville real estate agents learn NASCAR-inspired tips at 2026 Florida Realtors convention
A session at the 2026 Florida Realtors Convention & Trade Expo introduced agents to the E. P. I. C. framework, drawing on racing-world lessons about finding small competitive edges in a shifting market.
October 9, 2026
Real Estate
Fed Rate Hikes Threaten to Cool Northeast Florida's Surging Housing Market
Federal Reserve officials signaled another interest rate increase is likely before year-end, a move that could further dampen buyer demand and reshape the First Coast's development boom.
October 9, 2026
Real Estate
Mortgage rates hit 7. 40%, highest in nearly 3 years, cooling Northeast Florida market
The seventh straight week of rising rates adds $376 monthly to a $400,000 loan, further straining affordability in a region where buyers already face climbing home prices and flood insurance costs.
October 8, 2026
Real Estate
Florida Realtors fund opens for Hurricane Isaias damage in Baker County
As Hurricane Isaias targets the Florida Panhandle and nearby counties this weekend, a statewide industry relief fund stands ready to help real estate professionals whose homes and offices sustain storm damage.
October 8, 2026