Jacksonville, Florida
Cotten’s Bar-B-Que, a beloved family-owned Jax BBQ joint, will be closing its doors permanently on Feb. 28th. In a Facebook post on Sunday, owners Fred and Yvonne Cotten announced their plans to retire and close the business at the end of the month. The restaurant, located in the heart of Read More …
When the United States won its independence from Great Britain the new country had to start from scratch with many things; its form of government, its laws, its currency, even what to call its leader. Before American independence, leaders of European countries were called kings, Read More …
The town of Orange Park is going all in for red light cameras. The cameras help enforce traffic rules at intersections without the need for a patrol officer. They have also invited a string of lawsuits in Florida over the years. The Town Council met Read More …
Black History Month celebrations continue on Jacksonville’s Eastside Saturday, with a parade down A Philip Randolph Boulevard at noon, the Melanin Market with over 100 vendors from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the HBCU Heritage Classic baseball game at 121 Financial Ballpark at 2 p.m., followed by a showing of Read More …
James Weldon Johnson Park’s Hip Hop Festival returns on Saturday, February 18, 2023 for its second year to once again shine light on the Duval Hip Hop scene while paying special homage to the late Paten Locke – a Duval based, internationally acclaimed Hip Hop Legend. The festival was so Read More …
Valentine’s Day is a week away and love is in the air, and in the books at James Weldon Johnson Park. The inaugural Indulgence Romance & Erotica Book Festival, which promotors have dubbed “the biggest book event for authors, writers, poets who are all about Read More …
Jacksonville’s Bob Hayes is not only the first to win both a Super Bowl and an Olympic Gold Medal, he is the only person to accomplish both. The “Bullet” won gold medals at the 1964 Summer Olympics in both the 100m and 4x100m relay, setting Read More …
“Like so many Americans, I am shocked and horrified by the images and reports regarding the actions that led to the tragic death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis. I have spent over half my life in law enforcement, and the actions of those officers are Read More …
On this International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember those who lost their lives and use the lessons learned from these atrocities to strengthen the commitment to eliminate bigotry and hatred.
Looking for inspiration for the 2023 #JaxStacks Reading Challenge? Want to try a tantalizing new recipe? Need great entertainment for the weekends? Find all this and more at the Friends of Mandarin Library Used Book Sale Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Read More …
This February, a nationwide film release will feature a local actor and executive producer. Jacksonville native RJ Cyler is the star of “Freedom’s Path,” premiering in 200 theaters on February 3rd. Cyler attended Englewood High School and Edward Waters University before moving to Los Angeles Read More …
Join in the fun at the 2023 World of Nations Celebration, February 18 – 19 at Tailgaters Parking located at 225 Tallyrand Ave., 32202 in downtown Jacksonville. Experience the cuisine, artistry and customs from lands near and far. Tickets are on sale now for only Read More …
It happened during the Florida vs. Georgia game in October, and again during the Taxslayer Gator Bowl, anti-Semitic messages were projected on buildings, giving the city a black eye while the nation’s eyes were on us. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said the projections didn’t violate Read More …
JTA will suspend St. Johns River Ferry service from January 25 to May 2, 2023 for routine vessel maintenance required by the U.S. Coast Guard. The maintenance schedule was pushed back from its original start date due to both supply chain issues for the vessel Read More …
Come join our JaxParks team and be a lifeguard at one of our City pools. All of the training and certification needed will be provided – See the graphic below for dates and locations. For more information, email bealifeguard@coj.net or call 904-255-6777 or 904-255-4271.
January 13, 2023 falls on a Friday, which means we will once again be visited by Friday the 13th! Many associate the day with bad luck and superstitions. We’ve compiled a few facts about Friday the 13th. Just like the fear of the number 13, Read More …
Jacksonville’s 42nd annual MLK Day parade begins at 10 a.m. Monday on Water Street near the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. The route proceeds to Laura and West Adams streets and finishes on Lee Street. Additional info here
Looking for #pickleball courts around town? JaxParks has 20 parks where you can enjoy a friendly game of pickleball. Check out the locations on the map and search for the park here: https://www.coj.net/…/parks-and…/park-search.aspx…