How to survive a rip current
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.
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Holiday Food Safety
With the holiday season fast approaching, the Florida Department of Health is encouraging Floridians to keep food safe by practicing basic food safety measures while preparing meals during the holidays. Many of the reported cases of foodborne illness are caused by bacteria or by the toxins Read More …
Space Force needs YOU
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 …
Earth Day cleanups
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 …
Beaches Go Green for Earth Day
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 …
Cathedral District Hogans Creek Walk & Talk
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…/
St. Johns River Celebration Clean Up 2024
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…
JaxParks Aquatics Team is hiring
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 …
Community Clean Up has been POSTPONED
The Community Clean Up scheduled for tomorrow, Saturday February 17th, has been postponed for weather. Stay tuned for the rescheduled date as well as other community clean-ups to participate in.
Presidents Day closings
In observance of Presidents Day, certain City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, February 19, 2024. For a complete list of closures, please go to: https://www.jacksonville.gov/…/city-offices-and…
Castaway Island Preserve and Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park now offer paddle board rentals
Castaway Island Preserve and Tommy Hazouri Sr. Park (formerly Mandarin Park) each have newly installed self-service paddle board rental kiosks. Just download the PADL app on your smartphone, head to one of these parks and follow the simple instructions to retrieve your paddle board. Cost Read More …
Rise Doro apartment fire
More than 100 Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department firefighters have been battling a 3-alarm fire at the unfinished Rise Doro apartments in the Sports Complex since early this morning. Due to ongoing operations, the following roads will be closed until further notice: Duval St E (Georgia Read More …
Senior Services Community events 2024
City Of Jacksonville Senior Services Division have released their event schedule for 2024. From safety seminars to health & wellness events, there are so many opportunities to get you, or a senior you know engaged and having a great time. Go to https://www.jacksonville.gov/…/par…/senior-services.aspx or call 904-255-5667 Read More …
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day COJ closings
In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024. Closures include: • City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. • Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. • Jake Read More …
Cathedral Hill Community Clean Up
Brought to you by partners: The Downtown Investment Authority, Downtown Vision, the Downtown Dwellers, NextUp Jax, St Johns River Keeper and 904 Happy Hour. Please join in for a cleanup of Downtown Jacksonville’s historic Cathedral Hill neighborhood from 9 AM until 11 AM on Saturday, Read More …
The City of Jacksonville’s social media
The City of Jacksonville operates a variety of accounts on several different platforms to connect with. This page provides links to the different accounts and profiles. Terms of Service City of Jacksonville’s Social Media Terms of Service Facebook City of Jacksonville, Florida – Government Mayor Donna Read More …
Musical Voting precincts
New Voter ID cards have been mailed out to registered voters in Duval County, and yours might list a new voting precinct. A lawsuit last year claimed voters in Duval didn’t have equal access, as the number of precincts in each City Council district ranged Read More …
Teen Driver Challenge
Presented by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and the Florida Sheriffs Association Parents and Guardians, are you concerned about your teenager’s safety while driving? Sign your teen up for the FREE Teen Driver Challenge Class. Topics include Teen Crash Facts; Knowing Your Vehicle; Using Your Senses; Vehicle Dynamics; Drug and Read More …