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Jacksonville police: Man killed in shooting in Windy Hill
Read full article: Jacksonville police: Man killed in shooting in Windy HillJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man was found fatally shot early Saturday morning on Forest Boulevard in the Windy Hill area of Jacksonville, police said. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, police were called to the area after reports of multiple gunshots on Forest Boulevard, not far from Beach and Southside boulevards. When they arrived, along with paramedics from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, they found the man with an apparent gunshot wound. Investigators said they have not yet identified the man and had no suspect information to provide. They asked anyone with information to call the Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500 or CrimeStoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.
Naked body with gunshot found in plastic container in pond
Read full article: Naked body with gunshot found in plastic container in pondJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Police called to a Windy Hill neighborhood by a man out walking his dog Sunday morning found a plastic container dumped in a retention pond. Inside, police found a naked man dead with a gunshot wound. A Jacksonville homicide detective said the dive team retrieved a gray storage container from the pond on Dalry Drive, east of Southside Boulevard, and only a block from Windy Hill Elementary School. The victim inside was estimated to be between 30-40 years old. The pond is on land owned by the city of Jacksonville and adjoins the Windy Hill Community Center.
Island Wing Company brings chicken wings and more to Windy Hill
Read full article: Island Wing Company brings chicken wings and more to Windy HillCraving chicken wings? The fresh addition to Windy Hill, called Island Wing Company, is located at 4409 Southside Blvd. Island Wing Company offers fast casual comfort foods in a relaxed, island-inspired sports bar environment. On the menu, expect to see items like tacos, fried chicken wings, burgers, sandwiches and fried shrimp. Head on over to check it out: Island Wing Company is open from 11 a.m.–2 a.m. daily.
New Southern spot Ida Claire debuts in Windy Hill
Read full article: New Southern spot Ida Claire debuts in Windy HillA new Southern spot has made its debut in the neighborhood. Called Ida Claire, the fresh arrival is located at 10209 Rivercoast Drive in Windy Hill. Ida Claire serves Southern comfort food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yelper Robert G. wrote, "I went to a 'sneak peak' breakfast and had the best breakfast burrito of my life! Head on over to check it out: Ida Claire - Jacksonville Opening Soon!
Your guide to the 4 top spots in Jacksonville's Windy Hill neighborhood
Read full article: Your guide to the 4 top spots in Jacksonville's Windy Hill neighborhoodLocated at 4021 Southside Blvd., Suite 200, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 635 reviews on Yelp. Terra Gaucha Brazilian SteakhousePhoto: terra gaucha Brazilian steakhouse/YelpNext up is steakhouse, Brazilian and buffet spot Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse, situated at 4483 Southside Blvd. True Food KitchenPhoto: true food kitchen/YelpNew American, vegetarian and vegan spot True Food Kitchen is another top choice. True Food Kitchen serves up butternut squash soup, a Korean noodle bowl, tomato and arugula pizza and more. Marianas GrindsPhoto: kristin w./YelpMarianas Grinds, a Hawaiian, Filipino and Guamanian spot, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 307 Yelp reviews.
Score desserts and more at Windy Hill's new Insomnia Cookies
Read full article: Score desserts and more at Windy Hill's new Insomnia CookiesIf desserts are what you're after, look no further than this new business. in Windy Hill, the fresh arrival is called Insomnia Cookies. Insomnia Cookies serves fresh baked cookies and other sweet treats throughout the day and as late-night snacks. Aside from cookies and cookie cakes, expect to see items like brownies, ice cream, ice cream cookie sandwiches and milk on the menu. Swing on by to take a peek for yourself: Insomnia Cookies is open from 9 a.m.3 a.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m.3 a.m. on weekends.
What apartments will $1,200 rent you in Windy Hill, right now?
Read full article: What apartments will $1,200 rent you in Windy Hill, right now?Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Windy Hill is currently hovering around $1,025. 9727 Touchton RoadListed at $1,126/month, this 757-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 9727 Touchton Road. 5290 Big Island DriveHere's a 709-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 5290 Big Island Drive that's going for $1,164/month. 4929 Skyway DriveFinally, check out this 663-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 4929 Skyway Drive. This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor.
What will $1,300 rent you in Windy Hill, this month?
Read full article: What will $1,300 rent you in Windy Hill, this month?Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one-bedroom in Windy Hill is currently hovering around $995. 9727 Touchton RoadListed at $1,207/month, this 840-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit is located at 9727 Touchton Road. 4929 Skyway DriveNext, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 4929 Skyway Drive. 5290 Big Island DriveHere's a 781-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 5290 Big Island Drive that's going for $1,265/month. 4674 Town Center ParkwayNext, check out this 715-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 4674 Town Center Parkway.
What will $1,600 rent you in Windy Hill, this month?
Read full article: What will $1,600 rent you in Windy Hill, this month?Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one bedroom in Windy Hill is currently hovering around $995. So, what might you expect to find if you don't want to spend more than $1,600 / month on rent? 5290 Big Island DriveNext, there's this two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit located at 5290 Big Island Drive. 4674 Town Center ParkwayNext, check out this 1,167-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment that's located at 4674 Town Center Parkway. 9727 Touchton RoadLocated at 9727 Touchton Road, here's a 1,390-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bathroom unit that's listed for $1,579/month.
New Sprouts Farmers Market location now open in Windy Hill
Read full article: New Sprouts Farmers Market location now open in Windy HillA new Sprouts Farmers Market outpost has opened its doors at 4873 Town Center Parkway in Windy Hill. It's one of the 13 new stores the chain is opening this year in Florida and Virginia, according to its website. At Sprouts Farmers Market, expect plenty of optionsfrom fresh produce, meat and seafood to a full-service deli, a coffee bar, craft beer and more. The new locale has garnered rave reviews thus far, with a five-star rating out of three reviews on Yelp. Swing on by to take a peek for yourself: Sprouts Farmers Market is open from 7 a.m.10 p.m. daily.
What will $1,400 rent you in Windy Hill, right now?
Read full article: What will $1,400 rent you in Windy Hill, right now?Data from rental site Zumper shows that the median rent for a one-bedroom in Windy Hill is currently hovering around $995. You can expect in-unit laundry in the apartment. 5290 Big Island DriveHere's a 709-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit at 5290 Big Island Drive that's going for $1,339/month. 4674 Town Center ParkwayNext, check out this 867-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's located at 4674 Town Center Parkway. 4929 Skyway DriveLocated at 4929 Skyway Drive, here's a 949-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $1,370/month.