Jacksonville, Florida
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – If you plan to set off your own fireworks to ring in the new year, the Florida Forest Service urges you to follow these safety tips: Follow all county or city fireworks laws. Light fireworks in a cleared Read More …
January 18, 2019 Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center 1000 Water St. Jacksonville, Florida 32202 The Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast presented by Florida Blue celebrates the life and lift the legacy of Dr. King. The breakfast encourages individuals and corporations alike to come together Read More …
The Duval Cat Fix Program provides free spay and neuter surgeries for both feral and pet cats throughout Jacksonville. The program is available only to Duval County residents. To schedule an appointment, contact First Coast No More Homeless Pets at (904) 425-0005
December 31, 2018 Downtown Jacksonville along the St. Johns River 1001 Museum Cir Jacksonville, Florida 32207 Say goodbye to 2018 and ring in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display over the St. Johns River. Make your way down to the waterfront with friends Read More …
Jacksonville’s more than 200 neighborhoods are divided into six planning districts each with a Citizens Planning Advisory Committee or ‘CPAC’. The primary purpose of the CPAC is to maintain open and effective communication between Jacksonville residents, businesses, neighborhoods, community organizations, educational institutions and city government. Read More …
In observance of Christmas, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Dec. 24 and Tuesday, Dec. 25. Closures include: City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. Jake M. Godbold City Hall Read More …
Earlier today Jacksonville celebrated history with the football teams of William M. Raines and Mandarin high schools. For their championship wins and the excellence displayed off the field, Mayor Curry presented both teams with a Key to the City at the ceremony in City Hall’s Read More …
2675 Commonwealth Avenue Jacksonville, FL 32254 (904) 387-8847 HOURS OF OPERATION: Tuesday – Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday – Monday: Closed SERVICES: Hazardous waste disposal Appliance disposal Large electronics disposal Consultation about disposal or special handling of hazardous waste Types of hazardous household Read More …
You’re invited! Holiday Open House at City Hall – St. James (117 W. Duval St.) is Wed., Dec. 12, from 4 – 6 p.m. Attendees can visit the City Council and Mayor’s offices to enjoy hors d’ oeuvres, hot chocolate and seasonal decorations.
Early next month the Urban Rest Stop will open downtown, inside the main campus of the Sulzbacher Center. The Sulzbacher is Jacksonville’s largest provider of services for the homeless. The Sulzbacher recently opened up Sulzbacher Village for women and children. That addition created surplus space Read More …
Wayfair Inc., one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home, has chosen Jacksonville for a new 1 million-square-foot warehouse and distribution center. Dubbed as economic development Project Empire, Wayfair was approved by the Jacksonville City Council last month. Located on the city’s Read More …
How You Can Help Know your disposal days for trash, yard waste and recycling. Keep your yard maintained with grass no higher than 15 inches. Knee high is too high. Report litter, illegal dumping or overgrown grass to 630-CITY online, by phone, by email, or using the app. Yard Read More …
Mark your calendars on Dec. 8 for the Jax Mayorthon Kids Club Safety Stop, held in partnership with Jax Public Library. There will be a bicycle rodeo, helmet fittings, photos with Santa, and more! This free, family-friendly event is taking place in partnership with the Read More …
In observance of Thanksgiving, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Nov. 22, and Friday, Nov. 23. Closures include: City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. Jake M. Godbold City Read More …
AlertJax is an emergency notification system that will call or text Jacksonville residents in the event of a potential or pending emergency. The service is a free service for Duval County residents and utilizes Everbridge technology. Register to receive AlertJax Emergency Notifications AlertJax provides weather warnings Read More …
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department competed on a national level with other fire rescue departments’ vehicle accident extrication teams. JFRD claimed the top award and will advance to the international competition in Paris. The two-day event, hosted locally at Florida State College at Jacksonville‘s Read More …