Jacksonville, Florida
The half-built Berkman Plaza II tower on Jacksonville’s Northbank will be imploded on Sunday, bringing down an eyesore that has been a part of the city’s skyline for more than 14 years. The implosion comes after several starts and stops — and delays — to Read More …
Art waqlk is tonight, from 5-9 p.m. Enjoy art, music, food and community. Visit the three main art hubs and stop into your favorite participating businesses along the way. Check out dtjax.com/artwalk to get the full scoop, including an interactive map of the participating venues Read More …
Each year Downtown Vision, Inc., in partnership with the Downtown Investment Authority evaluates the state of Downtown Jax and collects data on how to improve the experience. If you live, work, or visit Downtown, go to https://downtownjacksonville.org/dtjax-surveys/ and fill out a survey. You will be Read More …
Downtown runners and walkers, we have great news! The Northbank Riverwalk is now open again at the end of Pearl St. between the CSX Building and the Jacksonville Performing Arts Center. Crews continue work to finish the Riverwalk section behind the Performing Arts Center. We Read More …
Sallye B. Mathis was one of the first Black women to be elected and serve on our City Council in 1967. Locally, Ms. Mathis is honored by the local NAACP Jacksonville Branch by naming their annual community service award in her honor, as well as Read More …
Jacksonville University, along with Mayor Lenny Curry and the City have just announced plans to establish the first new law school in the State of Florida in more than 20 years. With private funding and a $5 million dollar commitment of public investment from the Read More …
JaxParks Movie Night in the Park returns Friday, March 4th with a free viewing of Disney‘s “Encanto.” Bring your blankets, chairs, and the whole family to Ed Austin Park (11751 McCormick Rd) at 7pm. Free popcorn too!
Saturday at 10am the gates open at Met Park for the 30th Annual World of Nations Celebration! Come join the party and partake in the cultural festivities. Here are a few helpful tips you should know before you go: – Parking will be at Lot Read More …
The Ribault High School Trojans beat the Raines High School Vikings 4-2 in five innings on Friday at 121 Financial Ballpark to win their first High School Heritage Classic game presented by Rubenstein Law Firm, taking the A. Philip Randolph Cup for the first time Read More …
Jax-we need your help! ACPS is at critical capacity. We are currently caring for 266 dogs. Without your help, we will be over- capacity in the next few days. Here’s how you can help: Adopt –We have 141 dogs available for adoption. New dogs are Read More …
The “Worlds Largest Bounce House” from The Big Bounce America is here all weekend long! Come downtown and check out the 13,000 square foot bounce house, 900+ foot long obstacle course, the new sports arena and space-themed wonderland! Go to https://thebigbounceamerica.com/family/faq/ for more information.
For those in need – Here is a list of free food distributions and pantries for the rest of this week: Lutheran Social Services: Friday, 2/18 at 4615 Philips Hwy from 10am to Noon Catholic Charities Jacksonville: Friday 2/18 at 1470 W. 13th St starting Read More …
Happy Birthday to Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve! It was 34 years ago today when President Ronald Reagan signed the bill that established this National Park Service preserve, named after the Timucua who inhabited the area for thousands of years. With more than 46,000 acres Read More …
Mayor Lenny Curry has just announced curbside recycling collection will resume throughout the City of Jacksonville on Monday, April 4, 2022. Since October 4, when curbside recycling was temporarily halted, there’s been progress in all remaining forms of collections. The goal of the temporary suspension Read More …
Lutheran Social Services Jacksonville has expanded their daily, free food pantry with extended hours every Tuesday from 2-4pm. Citizens can visit the pantry at 4615 Philips Hwy twice a month, Monday through Friday from 10am to Noon, as well as 2-4 on Tuesdays, to receive Read More …
One of our favorite events returns for a 3rd year this Friday night, February 18th. The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Rubenstein Law host the High School Heritage Classic between William M. Raines High School & Jean Ribault High School at 6:35pm under the lights at Read More …
Next Thursday Downtown Vision, Inc.‘s Sip & Stroll returns to the Southbank Riverwalk from 5-8pm! Experience live music, food, beverages, and local vendors every 3rd Thursday of each month. Go to https://downtownjacksonville.org/sipandstroll/ for more information including parking and more.
The Jacksonville Baldwin Rail Trail construction project has begun. Look for signs at the trailheads. The section between Otis Road and Hanna Road will be closed for the next 4 – 6 weeks while they work on repairs in this area.