Grand marshal getting second chance at Jacksonville St. Patrick s Day parade
Darren Iozia, darren.iozia@myjournalcourier.com
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Jim Duncan (left) and Dan Kindred stand Tuesday in front of Don’s Place. Duncan will be the parade marshal for Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown Jacksonville. He was supposed to lead last year’s parade, but it was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.Darren Iozia | Journal-Courier
Jim Duncan was all set to lead last year’s St. Patrick’s Day parade, thinking he knew what to expect. What he didn’t expect was that it would be canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
City serves up some relief for pandemic-hurting bars, businesses
Darren Iozia, Journal-Courier
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Jacksonville City Council is waiving liquor license fees for some pandemic-strapped businesses in the city.
Bowling alleys, the Morgan County Fairgrounds, golf courses, banquet halls and bars on the downtown plaza will have six months’ relief from the annual fee.
Mayor Andy Ezard said the fees bring in about $90,000 annually.
“This is something myself and the aldermen thought was appropriate,” Ezard said.
The relief comes as pandemic restrictions severely limit the customer base for many bars and restaurants. Under current regulations, they are restricted to outdoor, drive-through and pickup service.