Consolidation as told by The Jacksonville Historical Society

After World War II, the government of the City of Jacksonville began to increase spending to fund new building projects in the boom that occurred after the war. Mayor W. Haydon Burns oversaw the construction of a new city hall, civic auditorium, public library and Read More …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Community Conversations with Mayor Deegan

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 …

Mayor-Elect Donna Deegan will make history this weekend in becoming Jacksonville’s first woman mayor

Mayor-elect Donna Deegan will be sworn into office as the city’s first female mayor with a ceremony tomorrow morning at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. The ceremony is open to the public and begins at 11:30 a.m. But first, the inauguration weekend kicks off this Read More …

Timucuan Parks Foundation and JaxParks Summer Service Project

Timucuan Parks Foundation and the City of Jacksonville’s JaxParks are asking the community to join them on Thursday, June 29 for a summer service project at Tillie K. Fowler Regional Park. Volunteers should meet at the park at 7000 Roosevelt Blvd. from 9 a.m. until Read More …

Deegan announces executive team

Mayor-elect Donna Deegan yesterday announced the executive members of the administration who will join her at City Hall when she takes office in July. They include: Erica Connor, executive assistant. She is a former practicing attorney, law school counselor and legal recruiter. Pat McCollough, chief of staff. A transition adviser Read More …

Annual Emancipation Day Celebration 2023

Is it on your calendar? Join the City of Jacksonville on Saturday, May 20th as James Weldon Johnson Park and Councilwoman Ju’Coby Pittman host the annual Emancipation Day Celebration. From 4-9pm, enjoy live music, speeches, food, drinks, vendors, and much more. Be sure to visit Read More …

City lawyer files legislation to settle Jacksonville City Council redistricting case

A year after civil rights groups filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Jacksonville over newly drawn City Council and School Board districts, the city is trying to settle the case. Last May, residents and groups including the Jacksonville branch of the NAACP, the Northside Read More …

53rd anniversary of Earth Day at James Weldon Johnson Park

More than 25 public and nonprofit organizations will join together to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day at James Weldon Johnson Park on Friday, April 21st from 10 am to 2 pm. This year’s event is hosted by the City of Jacksonville, Florida – Read More …

The second annual 7 Creeks Fest

The second annual 7 Creeks Fest is this Saturday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Betz-Tiger Point Preserve at 13990 Pumpkin Hill Road will serve as the welcome hub. The program schedule will be posted there along with information about the many activities Read More …

Friends of Mandarin Library used book sale

Looking for inspiration for the 2023 #JaxStacks Reading Challenge? Want to try a tantalizing new recipe? Need great entertainment for the weekends? Find all this and more at the Friends of Mandarin Library Used Book Sale Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Read More …