Jacksonville, Florida
The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville has announced the winners of its 47th annual Arts Awards, honoring local artists, businesses and philanthropists who are contributing to the local arts scene. This year’s winners are: Helen Lane Founders Award: Jason Peoples, Executive Director of Jacksonville Arts Read More …
Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters has come out against a proposed constitutional amendment that would legalize recreational cannabis in Florida by voter referendum this November. Waters says if Amendment 3 passes, he will increase DUI patrols in Jacksonville to crack down on driving under the influence Read More …
Three annual events have been erased from Jacksonville’s 2024-2025 calendar, creating some wiggle room for the new city budget. Over $500,000 was “saved” by canceling the annual Jax River Jams concert series. The Sea & Sky Air Show has also been canceled, as has Bethune Cookman Read More …
JACKSONVILLE: The City Council Finance Committee continues its budget discussion with a hearing at 9 a.m. City Hall, 117 W. Duval St. Live stream the meeting.
Early voting begins tomorrow in Duval and Nassau counties; Thursday in Clay and Baker; and on Saturday in St. Johns. It began on Monday in Putnam County. If you plan to vote by mail in the primary, the state deadline to request a mail ballot Read More …
The Jacksonville City Council is considering erecting a memorial marker near the Dollar General on Kings Road where three people were killed in a hate-motivated mass shooting one year ago. If approved, the marker would be installed at Kings Road and North Canal Street on Read More …
Enjoy a Jags game and support local girls at the same time by buying tickets through Girls Inc. Jacksonville. A limited number of home game tickets are available for $40 to $50, and the majority of the proceeds go to help Girls Inc. help Jax Read More …
Is you fur baby the cutest in Jacksonville? Enter them into the Jacksonville Humane Society’s 5th Annual Cutest Pet Contest to let the world know. The winner will get to star in a professional photo shoot and be featured on billboards across the city. Their Read More …
How to survive a rip current;. Relax, Stay calm, and float to conserve energy. Do not swim directly to shore. Swim parallel to shore. If unable to break the grip of the rip, face the shore and call or wave for help.
The Jacksonville Animal Care & Protective Services shelter is in need of critical repairs. To make those repairs the shelter will need to be emptied. They have formed ACPS Space Force and need YOUR help to make this happen! Space Force is searching for 50 Read More …
There’s hockey and there’s playoff hockey! Your Jacksonville Icemen begin their quest for the ECHL Kelly Cup this Thursday at the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena against the Florida Everblades. As the ECHL leaders in average and overall attendance again this season, let’s make it loud Read More …
This Saturday, April 20th, start celebrating Earth Day early with two community clean-ups Downtown Vision, Inc. – Brooklyn Community Clean Up at Sidney Geffen Park (505 Alfred DuPont Pl.) 9am to 11am Groundwork Jacksonville – S-Line Clean Up at Norwood Shopping Plaza (5625 Norwood Ave) Read More …
If you are looking to participate in Earth Day, Beaches Go Green is one of many local organizations hosting community clean ups to celebrate. They will be at both the Beaches Town Center and the Jax Beach Pier tomorrow, Saturday April 20th. Check out the Read More …
Get your steps in and engage with community leaders tomorrow, March 2nd at the Cathedral District Hogans Creek Walk & Talk. Meet at 225 E. Duval St. at 11am for a chance to share ideas for new parks, recreation spaces, and improvements. More information: https://www.groundworkjacksonville.org/…/hogans-creek…/
The Gate River Run 15k Runners Expo is now open at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. Participants can pick up their race packet today until 6pm and Friday from 10am to 6pm. Stick around and check out the vendors, food & coffee trucks on site. For complete Read More …
Gates are open at the 2024 World of Nations Celebration! Enjoy a day of multicultural customs and international cuisines. The event will be open until 7pm, with last entry at 6pm. Skip the long line & save money when you purchase your tickets online: jaxworldofnations.com
The 29th annual St. Johns River Celebration Clean Up is Saturday, March 16th. Join us to help keep Jacksonville beautiful by removing litter and debris from parks, boat ramps and neighborhoods at 42 sites around town. To find a location near you, please visit: https://www.jacksonville.gov/…/the-st-johns-river…
Are you a good swimmer? Looking to save money for Junior or Senior Prom? Join JaxParks Aquatics Team and earn $15 an hour. Lifeguards must be at least 15 years of age and complete the required training. Inquire now via email at bealifeguard@coj.net or call Read More …