This Friday at the Melanin Market, we celebrated an incredible milestone: OutEast has officially been listed on the National Register for Historic Places. This recognition will play an integral role in preserving the neighborhood for years to come, learn more about its history:

Our friends at Project One Health are organizing the Less Screen. More Green pledge, challenging families to swap screen time for green time by pledging to go outside for 30 minutes every day for 30 days & reducing screen time a little more each week. https://t.co/9xASf0qcv2

Congratulations to our President & CEO Travis Williams for being recognized as one of @JacksonvilleU's 2025 Distinguished Alumni! We’re proud to see your dedication to strengthening neighborhoods and uplifting others honored by your alma mater!

Another important milestone for OutEast! One step closer to establishing an independent nonprofit to oversee CBA funds, a testament to the residents, business owners, and stakeholders who’ve led this effort with dedication and vision since 2023.

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It’s your last day to vote OutEast into MiLB history with our very own Honey Drippers as the best alternate identity this year! In partnership with the Honey Dripper House, this identity made waves this year celebrating a neighborhood staple.

“We see fifth-generation families, people who were sent as children to get groceries. Now they have the opportunity to bring their own families and shop.” https://t.co/fa2iETSWmN The Corner at Debs Store didn’t just bring much-needed access to fresh food back OutEast, it also

Reminiscing about that morning a year ago where nothing could stand in the way of celebrating this incredible milestone for the neighborhood, not even the pouring rain! Together with many residents and partners, we celebrated the return of the historic Debs Store, which served

The Corner at Debs Store turned one yesterday! Neighbors, partners, and friends came together to celebrate, just like we did exactly one year ago on that rainy morning when the doors first reopened. After more than a decade, this neighborhood staple is back at the heart of the

Our next #BlackBusinessMonth feature is one of the newest businesses OutEast: The Social Room Jax. Located in Union Terminal Warehouse, it provides a unique setting for events and content creation, thanks to its blend of historic character and modern charm. Just like the building

Did you know that Jacksonville’s best burger and fried chicken can be found OutEast? Our next #BlackBusinessMonth spotlight is The Avenue Grill, which has been a staple in the community for over a decade. Chef and owner Ms. Cookie, born and raised OutEast, takes pride in serving

Impacting lives one haircut at a time. Our next #BlackBusinessMonth feature, Dana Miller of the Man Cave Barbershop, is much more than a barber. For over a decade he’s been providing a listening ear for anyone who comes into his shop on A Philip Randolph Blvd and sharing advice

Building his community, literally and figuratively. Our next #BlackBusinessMonth feature spotlights Avery McKnight, owner of Concrete Renovations. From remodeling to masonry, Avery pours his skills into projects OutEast and beyond. Off the job site, he channels that same

Educator by day, creator of everyone’s favorite treat by night. Our next feature for #BlackBusinessMonth is the Honey Dripper House and owner Alice Michele Kimbrough. When she’s not putting smiles on people’s faces with her famous treats, Alice serves as Dean of Students at a

From screen printing to embroidery, We Make The Shirt has been Jacksonville’s go‑to for custom T‑shirts and merch for more than two decades. Our next #BlackBusinessMonth feature highlights owner Dawn Curling, a third‑generation Eastsider who has channeled the expertise she’s

More than a hair salon, Hair Architects serves as a neighborhood haven and hub for community outreach. Our next #BlackBusinessMonth feature spotlights Robin Wallace, a third‑generation Eastsider who has run the shop in the heart of OutEast for 14 years.

It’s #BlackBusinessMonth! We’re kicking off our features with one of the longest-running businesses OutEast, Spot Rite Cleaners! While the business has been around for close to 100 years, what’s perhaps even more inspiring is the story of its current owner, Pearl Graham. After

“Our ancestors built the foundation, we are building the future.” - We’re proud to stand with the Together Eastside coalition in support of a vision grounded in legacy, leadership, and community. ➡️ https://t.co/Ai2hG4ahIy This piece reminds us that the work happening Out

As we celebrate our evolution to a key developer for Project Boots, we want to give a big shoutout to our partners at @LISCJax. Thanks to this program, several new, impactful residents have been able to put down roots OutEast, becoming homeowners and strengthening the fabric of

What a milestone! After helping fund several homes through Project Boots with @LISCJax, we just completed our first home as the developer. It’s a big next step in our work to create high-quality housing OutEast. This expanded role is a natural and strategic evolution for us, and