Jacksonville, Florida
Big news for Jacksonville International Airport travelers, Breeze Airways are coming with 7 new non-stop destinations like Las Vegas, New Orleans, Hartford, CT, Columbus, OH, Providence, RI, Richmond and Norfolk, VA! Mayor Lenny Curry: “The addition of more low-cost, direct flights to Jacksonville International Airport Read More …
Today in 1948 – President Harry S. Truman attended the dedication ceremony of the Charles O. Andrews Causeway, bisecting Lake Estelle in Orlando.. Andrews represented Florida in the U.S. Senate from 1936 until his death in 1946. He was born in Ponce de Leon on Read More …
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women’s achievements or rally for Read More …
Today is the day, Berkman Plaza II is coming down. It is a go for 10am this morning. Downtown road closures are in effect, you can see those along with the exclusion zone in the map below.
Emily Sisson and Nico Montanez scored convincing wins today at the 45th Gate River Run in Jacksonville, Fla. Sisson, who represents New Balance, successfully defended her 2021 title in 47:28, collecting her fifth national title across all distances and surfaces. Montanez, who trains with the Read More …
To the 9,000+ employees of the City of Jacksonville, on this #EmployeeAppreciationDay, we honor and recognize your hard work, effort, dedication, and sacrifice. You are what helps make this City great and for that, we say thank you!
City Councilman Rory Diamond made a twitter post earlier this evening;, “Hey, @DuvalSchools, Rat infestation continues at Neptune Beach Elementary. Parents keep complaining and rats keep running around. What are you doing with the billions we sent you to fix this?” On the post, you can see Read More …
Free food distribution schedule for this Friday and Saturday: Lutheran Social Services: Friday 3/4 at 4615 Philips Hwy starting at 10am Catholic Charities Jacksonville: Friday 3/4 at 1470 W. 13th St starting at 8:30am Feeding Northeast Florida: Saturday 3/5 at Church of Christ Odessa 854 Read More …
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!
The Acosta Bridge in Downtown Jacksonville will glow blue and yellow tonight in honor of the Ukrainian people : Fred Ortyl
Red Cross Ukraine While the American Red Cross is not currently shipping blood overseas, Americans can donate money directly to the organization’s Ukrainian branch, which is working within the country to collect blood, mobilize volunteers and provide emergency aid to those affected by violent conflict. UN Read More …
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 …