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Uncovering the Latest Real Estate Trends According to Local Experts–Part Two Stay ahead of the curve with insights from local real estate professionals on the latest market trends. SEE PAGE 20
IN THIS ISSUE
Class of ‘54 Reunites for Final Celebration
A Parisian Affair
Marlene Goodwin received a framed article from The Resident News celebrating the milestone event.
Alumni from Robert E. Lee High School’s Class of 1954 gathered at Timuquana Country Club for their 70th and final reunion. SEE PAGE 22
Second trombone Yaoji Giuseppe Fu, associate concertmaster Yu-Ping Tsai, Jeff Lewis, JSYO assistant conductor David Song and Music Director Courtney Lewis
On March 1st, the Jacksonville Symphony transported guests to Paris for their unforgettable Diamond Anniversary Gala, celebrating 75 years of musical excellence. READ MORE ON PAGE 24-25
Pajcic & Friends Tee Off for Legal Aid
Demolition By Neglect Task Force Delivers Key Report
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Heart Ball Gala Sees Record Breaking Attendance
Damon Otto, Steve Pajcic and Brian McCaffrey enjoying the backyard breeze at the Pajcic residence on the St. Johns River.
Three hole-in-one winners, a record-breaking year in funds raised and big winnings for top celebrities, who sent over $12,000 to the charities of their choosing. Another year is in the books for the yard golf and party, with Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) benefitting from the purposeful day of fun, family and fundraising.
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Jacksonville History Center CEO Dr. Alan Bliss calls the Moulton and Kyle Funeral Home, originally built in 1914, a classic example of demolition by neglect.
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By Michele Leivas The Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission is considering strategies to help address and prevent demolition by neglect for at-risk properties, as set forth in a report compiled by the Task Force on Demolition By Neglect.
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