Let’s celebrate EVERYTHING 904 on September 4

.Let’s support all things local over Labor Day Weekend — from one-of-a-kind shops and independent restaurants to attractions and destinations that contribute to Northeast Florida’s unique quality of life. 904 Day celebrates all local businesses, especially small ones. Did you know that Florida has more than 2.7 Read More …

Why Is pink considered a color for girls, and blue for boys?

Originally, it was actually the other way around. For much of the 19th century, most infants and toddlers wore white dresses. Dresses facilitated diaper-changing, and white cotton could easily be cleaned with bleach. But around 1900, childcare experts began to push for a greater distinction between little girls Read More …

What you need to know about Hurricane Idalia

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 …

Florida Hurricane history

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 …

National Whiskey Sour Day 2022

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 …

The Floridian, a bilingual newspaper, was first published 202 years ago

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 …

City of Jacksonville Cooling Centers will be open today

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 …

National Root Beer Float Day 2023

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 …

LaVilla Heritage Trail and Gateway is gaining momentum

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 …