Jacksonville, Florida
In observance of the Fourth of July, certain City government offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Closures include: • City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. • Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. • Jake M. Godbold Read More …
Jacksonville’s Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration will return this year at multiple locations to celebrate the nation’s independence. At each location, the City of Jacksonville is offering a spectacular fireworks display that will begin at 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. Fireworks will be Read More …
Mayor-elect Donna Deegan will be sworn into office as the city’s first female mayor with a ceremony tomorrow morning at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. The ceremony is open to the public and begins at 11:30 a.m. But first, the inauguration weekend kicks off this Read More …
Our Animal Care & Protective Services shelter is full with more than 200 pets available for adoption. That’s why they’ve joined Best Friends Animal Society and nearly 600 shelter and rescue partners for a FREE National Adoption Event. Visit them at 2020 Forest St. this Read More …
This year’s legislative session was a busy one for Florida lawmakers, with more than 300 bills passed. Many have already kicked in, but about 200 will take effect this Saturday, July 1st. And several were sponsored by our locally elected lawmakers. Rep. Dean Black, R-Jacksonville, Read More …
The number one kids show on Disney Junior and Disney Channel is coming to #DTJax! Catch the theatrical adaptation of the award-winning television series on July 8th & 9th at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets.
Timucuan Parks Foundation and the City of Jacksonville’s JaxParks are asking the community to join them on Thursday, June 29 for a summer service project at Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. Volunteers should meet at the park at 7000 Roosevelt Blvd. from 9 a.m. until Read More …
This Saturday, June 24th, the Diaper Bank for Northeast Florida, Revitalize Arlington, Inc., and 24/7 Pediatric Care Centers are hosting a free diaper giveaway at the Regency Mall starting at 10am. Diapers of all sizes as well as baby wipes will be available while supplies Read More …
The Jacksonville Icemen will hold a press conference on July 17th at 10 a.m. at the Community First Igloo to announce the team’s new NHL and AHL affiliates. https://lockedinmagazine.com/icemen-to-hold-press…/ “We want to thank the New York Rangers and Hartford Wolf Pack for their affiliation for Read More …
Following a house fire in the E-town neighborhood that was likely caused by faulty lithium-ion batteries, the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department returned this morning passing out flyers to educate residents on the potential dangers of these batteries if they are not used or cared for Read More …
Florida’s “Move Over” law was recently expanded. Currently, drivers need to move over to another lane or slow down significantly if certain vehicles are stopped on the side of the road: police, emergency responders, tow trucks, utility or sanitation workers, or maintenance or construction vehicles. But Read More …
Property taxes are set to generate an extra $112 million in revenue for the city due to a hot real-estate market which helped to increase property values, and a boom in new construction. The increased tax revenue will give mayor-elect Donna Deegan and the new Read More …
Mayor-elect Donna Deegan yesterday announced the executive members of the administration who will join her at City Hall when she takes office in July. They include: Erica Connor, executive assistant. She is a former practicing attorney, law school counselor and legal recruiter. Pat McCollough, chief of staff. A transition adviser Read More …
Friday, June 16th – COJ Disabled Services Division is proud to once again host the annual ADA Symposium from 8am to 5pm at the Schultz Center located at 4019 Boulevard Center Drive. Hear from speakers on the topics of Accessibility Requirements for Multi-Family Housing and Read More …
The Friends of the Murray Hill Library are selling gently used books and materials on Saturday, June 17, from 1 – 4 p.m. to help support and expand programs and services at Bill Brinton Murray Hill Branch Library. Find some great books and great deals Read More …
During Downtown Jacksonville Art Walk last night, the Jacksonville Historical Society unveiled the “Bicentennial Bell” to commemorate Jacksonville’s 200th birthday in 2022. The 225lb. bronze bell will be on display at the main branch of the Jacksonville Public Library until a permanent site is secured. Read More …
Summer is here and school is out but that doesn’t mean kids should miss out on lunch. There are several locations at area library branches and schools offering free meals to kids age 5-18: The Jacksonville Public Library is offering free lunch at 8 area Read More …
Florida’s disaster preparedness sales tax holiday runs through June 9th, save on items you may need in the event of a hurricane; tarps, batteries, generators and pet food. And through September 4th, pay no tax on things that’ll make your summer more fun; camping supplies, Read More …