Jacksonville, Florida
Healthlink JAX and the City of Jacksonville are ensuring that Duval County residents without health insurance can receive the healthcare they need. This free, 24/7 service connects you to virtual doctors who can provide medical advice, prescriptions, and more. Call 904-925-CARE (2273) to get started, Read More …
Get up and get moving tomorrow with the St. Johns Riverkeeper as they host Walk The Bridges starting on the Fuller Warren SUP at 9am. For more information follow the link. See you there!
A team of microbiologists discovered a collection of thriving, diverse, and mostly new-to-science viruses on toothbrushes and showerheads. Before you freak out and toss your toothbrush, though, you should know that these aren’t the kind of viruses that make humans sick. The researchers at Northwestern University Read More …
There’s something about vegetables pulled straight from the earth that resonates with us—especially in the fall. Whether you’re brushing the soil off carrots that have been freshly pulled from the earth, taking a first, crunchy bite of your favorite apple, or washing and peeling potatoes Read More …
Today is World Mental Health Day, a U.N.-designated occasion meant to raise awareness and break down the stigma surrounding mental illness. This year’s theme is centered on prioritizing mental health in the workplace — read about some simple actions you can take that advance that goal, from Read More …
With election day less than a month away, it’s a good idea to start thinking about your voting plan. Some choose to vote at the polls, others by mail, but what happens for those up in space, far, far away from polling places and the Postal Read More …
Never underestimate the power of pizza to turn things around. That’s evidenced in this sweet story of a pilot throwing an impromptu pizza party for his Texas-bound passengers after a medical emergency and a slew of unfortunate delays led them to being stuck in New Mexico. Read More …
Duval County Public Schools had no problem shutting down an “Indecent” play at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts last year. If only they would act so decisively to remove indecent teachers. Four Douglas Anderson teachers were removed from classrooms due to inappropriate conduct with Read More …
Here is the latest on Hurricane Helene from the 6PM press briefing with Mayor Donna Deegan and COJ Emergency Partners: JEA crews are working around the clock to restore service. The Legends Center will be the only shelter to remain open for those without power Read More …
JEA crews are working to restore customers and will continue to do so as winds are below 35 mph. For information on your specific outage, we ask that you monitor the restoration through your jea.com account or via text alert. Through your account, sign in, Read More …
Five evacuation shelters in Duval County are open as of 4pm: Atlantic Coast High School – (9735 R. G. Skinner Parkway) open for special medical needs, pet -friendly. Chaffee Trail Elementary – (11400 Sam Caruso Way) open for general population. The Legends Center – (5130 Read More …
Johnny Cash will forever be remembered as an American icon, and now there’s a statue of him to show it. The late singer has been immortalized in the U.S. Capitol, making him the first musician featured in the National Statuary Hall Collection. The nearly 11-foot-tall Read More …
The City of Jacksonville is mobilizing in response to the impending threat of potential hurricane Helene. In response to the safety threat posed by the storm and the City’s need for shelters: Duval County Public Schools will cease normal operations for students at the conclusion Read More …
Riverside Avondale Preservation invites you to attend their Inaugural Riverside Avondale Music Tour presented by Cowford Realty & Design, Saturday, October 12, from 1 pm to 6 pm. Celebrate our neighborhood’s rich musical history. This unique fall event is about to bring Riverside’s story to Read More …
Art Bikes are electric bikes you can rent to tour Jacksonville’s amazing collection of public art. You can book a self-guided 3 hour tour or a 90 minute Art Bikes lunch. Art Bikes are basically “podcast on wheels.” Art Bikes works with local artists to Read More …
Tomorrow night Movie Night in the Park is back with a FREE showing of “Kung Fu Panda 4.” Join our JaxParks team at the Artist Walk Amphitheater (715 Riverside Ave) at 7:30pm for the movie. Bring your chairs and blankets for a good place to Read More …
Happy 77th Birthday to the United States Air Force and the Air National Guard. As the proud home of the 125th Fighter Wing of the Florida Air National Guard, we want to say thank you to all of the active duty servicemen and women for Read More …
For decades, 5 Points has been a haven for those in our community who have felt excluded elsewhere. The rainbow crosswalks aim to secure this place in our community to welcome and uplift anyone who needs it. Artwork by HeartSpace Art and assisted by All Read More …