Jacksonville, Florida
Help with post-storm pick-up and recovery efforts by following the Three Cs for Storm Debris and note that it might take several visits to collect all of it in some areas: 1.COLLECT: Gather storm debris such as tree limbs, palm fronds, and bulky branches. Smaller Read More …
JEA crews are working to restore customers and will continue to do so as winds are below 35 mph. For information on your specific outage, we ask that you monitor the restoration through your jea.com account or via text alert. Through your account, sign in, Read More …
Five evacuation shelters in Duval County are open as of 4pm: Atlantic Coast High School – (9735 R. G. Skinner Parkway) open for special medical needs, pet -friendly. Chaffee Trail Elementary – (11400 Sam Caruso Way) open for general population. The Legends Center – (5130 Read More …
The City of Jacksonville is mobilizing in response to the impending threat of potential hurricane Helene. In response to the safety threat posed by the storm and the City’s need for shelters: Duval County Public Schools will cease normal operations for students at the conclusion Read More …
Three annual events have been erased from Jacksonville’s 2024-2025 calendar, creating some wiggle room for the new city budget. Over $500,000 was “saved” by canceling the annual Jax River Jams concert series. The Sea & Sky Air Show has also been canceled, as has Bethune Cookman Read More …
JACKSONVILLE: The City Council Finance Committee continues its budget discussion with a hearing at 9 a.m. City Hall, 117 W. Duval St. Live stream the meeting.
Early voting begins tomorrow in Duval and Nassau counties; Thursday in Clay and Baker; and on Saturday in St. Johns. It began on Monday in Putnam County. If you plan to vote by mail in the primary, the state deadline to request a mail ballot Read More …
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 …
The Gate River Run 15k Runners Expo is now open at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. Participants can pick up their race packet today until 6pm and Friday from 10am to 6pm. Stick around and check out the vendors, food & coffee trucks on site. For complete Read More …
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…
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…
There is a beautiful new art installation at the FIS Global parking garage in Brooklyn, 347 Riverside Avenue. The artist is Sheila Wyne from Anchorage, Alaska. The sculpture is titled “The Walker.” It was crafted from repurposed traffic signs. The piece was commissioned via a Read More …
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 …
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 …
Every Saturday morning at 10am, beginning on January 20th, join a park naturalist at Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park to help with the stream restoration and litter removal. This is a partnership with UNF students and St. Johns Riverkeeper to help preserve this parkland, preserve Read More …
Everyone in Jacksonville plays a role in improving the safety of our roadways. From bicyclists and pedestrians, to motorcyclists and drivers, we all share a responsibility to contribute to a safer community. Help make every street in Jacksonville a safe place to walk, ride or Read More …
The holiday season is full of traditions, some shared and some unique. For many, Christmas requires a tree, greeting cards, parties, food and the sharing of gifts and fellowship. The history of how Americans celebrate the holidays is as diverse and fascinating as the population. Read More …
Dozens of brightly lit vessels parade up and down the river to kick off the holiday season. But the big thrill is the “waterfall” fireworks show from the Main Street and Acosta bridges. Info: specialevents.coj.net Nov. 25 on the St. Johns River in downtown Jacksonville