Jacksonville, Florida
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) and Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) announced the My Ride 2 School pilot program to provide free bus trips to middle and high school students starting January 4, 2022. Read more:
This is our list of local food resources for those in need. The list is continuously being updated and especially during Covid-19 hours, availability and procedures change frequently so please call before going to ensure a fruitful trip. Farm Share: Farm Share is a nonprofit Read More …
Whether you’re struggling with your gender identity or sexuality, or are experiencing a crisis and want to talk to someone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community, you can lean on these hotlines. The Trevor Project — 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 LGBTQIA+ kids Read More …
No pet should be stuck in a cage for Thanksgiving. Consider fostering an animal from our Animal Care & Protective Services and give them a chance to sleep in a warm home and spend the holiday with a family. You might just find your next Read More …
With Thanksgiving around the corner, we want to make sure those that may need food assistance know about Feeding Northeast Florida’s weekly free food distributions: Every Tuesday: Regency Mall (near Dillards) at 10am. Every Wednesday: 5461 Commonwealth Ave at 10am. For more information and to Read More …
Join Greenscape of Jacksonville and Keep Jacksonville Beautiful this Saturday, November 13th for a Paper Collection & Tree Giveaway from 9am to 1pm at Lot E of TIAA Bank Field. Bring up to two(2) bags of paper you need safely shredded and get a free Read More …
The Veterans Day Parade will start Thursday at 11:01 a.m. at North Jefferson and Water streets downtown. From there the parade heads east on Water to Laura Street, then north to James Weldon Johnson Park and turns left on Duval Street and then left on Read More …
The City, along with their partners Agape Family Health Center and the Duval County Department of Health, are offering free COVID-19 booster shots at four community center locations in Duval County: Clanzel T. Brown Community Center: 4575 Moncrief Rd. Lane Wiley Senior Center: 6710 Wiley Read More …
The COJ Fall Job Fair is less than two weeks away. If you are looking for a job with the City, head to the Legends Center (5130 Soutel Dr.) tomorrow, November 18th from 11am to 2pm. For information about what jobs are available, please go Read More …
Be cautious as your travel around town through tomorrow, you may encounter flooded roadways. DO NOT attempt to drive through a flooded road, the depth of the water is not always obvious.
Here is a list of retailers confirmed to be closed for the holiday (list subject to change): Academy Sports + Outdoors ALDI Barnes & Noble (expected to be closed based on previous years — still waiting for 2021 announcement) Bed, Bath and Beyond Best Buy BJ’s Read More …
The Emergency Rental Assistance Program is still open and taking applications. An eligible household may receive assistance for rent or utilities, including up to 12 months past due funds. Details here: https://www.coj.net/erapfaq
The Jacksonville Fair will return this fall from November 4-14, 2021! This iconic annual event is fun for the whole family. Enjoy thrilling rides, delicious food, live musical performances, and interactive entertainment. There will even be a pig race! Learn more.
If you are looking for a free COVID-19 test or vaccine, many City-sponsored sites offer weekend hours. Go to https://www.jaxready.com/…/COVID-19-Testing-Information… for specific testing and vaccine information. Thank you to COJ partners Duval County Department of Health, Agape Family Health Center, and Telescope Health for your Read More …
There is still time to register for the VyStar Emerald Trail 5K 2021 this Saturday morning! Join your friends and fellow Groundwork supporters for this fun event to run, walk and bike along the future. Register today! https://1stplacesports.com/races/emeraldtrail/
ACPS is full-they are currently caring for 253 dogs and 183 cats in the shelter. They are thankful to everyone in the community that has adopted and fostered! You made a difference but there are still many animals in need. Here’s how you can help!Adopt Read More …
Free food distributions from Feeding Northeast Florida and their partners continues tomorrow: Every Tuesday: Regency at 10am with The Church of Eleven22 Every Wednesday: 5461 Commonwealth Ave. at 10am with Paxon Revival Center Church Thursday Oct 21 at 10am with Redemption Church. Thank you to Read More …
October 18th-22nd is National School Bus Safety Week. It is always a good time for both motorists and pedestrians to brush up on some safety tips. Check out the graphic below for a reminder for when to stop for a school bus.