Jacksonville, Florida
September is National Preparedness Month, it is a great time to make sure you and your family are JaxReady for an emergency. #PrepareToProtect means preparing to protect everyone you love. Start by making a plan before disasters and emergencies strike. How will you communicate with Read More …
Governor DeSantis has declared a State of Emergency for Duval and Surrounding Counties. Mayor Donna Deegan has declared a Local State of Emergency effective Monday, August 28 at 8AM. Idalia is expected to strengthen and intensify as it passes over the Gulf of Mexico. It is Read More …
If you live in Florida for any length of time, you will probably either ride through a few major hurricanes or get the heck out of the way of one before it arrives. Hurricanes – and their weaker cousin, the tropical cyclone – pose a Read More …
On August 25th, people across the United States observe National Whiskey Sour Day. #NationalWhiskeySourDay Traditionally garnished with half an orange wheel and a maraschino cherry, a whiskey sour is a mixed drink containing whiskey (often bourbon), lemon juice, and sugar. Whiskey sours are shaken then Read More …
Seven kids between the ages of 10 and 15 were arrested in Jacksonville this month on charges of auto theft and robbery after stealing (and in one case crashing) cars. The arrests come in the midst of a surge in thefts of Kias and Hyundais, part of Read More …
Voters in Duval County approved a property tax increase last year to fund pay raises for teachers, and they are now starting to see the benefit. The extra revenue is supplemental pay for the teachers, which ranges from $5,400 to $7,000, depending on their base pay, and Read More …
ALDI’s acquisition of Winn-Dixie and Harveys may put some pharmacists out of their jobs and force customers to find a new place to get prescriptions filled. Some Winn-Dixie and Harveys stores will be converted to ALDI stores after the merger is complete, and local Winn-Dixie pharmacists Read More …
The Homelessness Subcommittee, one of the many transition committees put together by Mayor Donna Deegan, is working on recommendations to bring down the number of people without shelter. The list so far includes allocating $200,000 to a program aimed at preventing homeless shelters from being inundated when Read More …
On this date in 1821 – The “Floridian, the first newspaper in northwest Florida, was established in Pensacola. Initially published by Nicholas & Tunstall, the first issue ran on August 18, 1821, with an account of Florida’s transfer to the United States. The second page Read More …
In coordination with the City of Jacksonville we want to remind everyone that retention ponds are unsuitable for play and are potential safety hazards. What is a retention pond, anyway? Retention ponds are actually functioning stormwater management facilities that help with: Water Quality Treatment – The Read More …
On this day in 1968, Snoopy walked into a surprise birthday party, so Peanuts officials give the beagle his birthday cake and candles to blow out every Aug. 10. Some older fans believe his birthday is in October as Snoopy was introduced to the world on its third Read More …
An Excessive Heat Warning Has been issued for Duval County. City of Jacksonville Cooling Centers will be open today, August 7, from noon until 6 p.m. These Cooling Centers will offer respite from the dangerous temperatures we are experiencing and have water available to help Read More …
August 6th is National Root Beer Float Day. Some root beer history: Sassafras root beverages were made by indigenous peoples of the Americas for culinary and medicinal reasons before the arrival of Europeans in North America, and European culinary techniques have been applied to making traditional sassafras-based Read More …
Earlier this evening the LaVilla Heritage Trail and Gateway Committee presented its LaVilla Heritage Trail project to the Downtown Investment Authority. The proposed LaVilla Heritage Trail across the historically Black Jacksonville neighborhood includes 55 notable historic sites, including the Ritz Theatre and Genovar’s Hall, a Read More …
Are you looking for a job? City of Jacksonville is holding an In-Person Recruitment Event at CareerSource NEFL Southside Career Center! Date: August 17 Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Numerous positions available! Learn more and view all events at https://bit.ly/3Lyi3rN
Reminder: The 2023 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday ends Sunday, August 6th. This weekend is the last chance to save on clothes, shoes, backpacks, supplies, learning aids, computers, and more. For more info, including a list of tax-free items, go to: https://floridarevenue.com/backtoschool/Pages/default.aspx
Starting August 3rd, Mayor Donna Deegan will be hosting Community Conversations across the city to give every voice in Jacksonville a chance to be heard. Topics of discussion include infrastructure, health, economy, public safety, arts, culture and entertainment, constituency and community outreach, and military and Read More …
Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park has always been one of our most popular parks and now, it is even better with the opening of the newly-renovated Nature Center! Thank you to the JaxParks team for your efforts in organizing, labeling, and preparing the new Nature Read More …