Here’s what you can expect for Jacksonville’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday
Read full article: Here’s what you can expect for Jacksonville’s celebration of America’s 250th birthdayAs America’s 250th anniversary inches closer, the city of Jacksonville has released a two-day schedule filled with family-friendly events in downtown Jacksonville.
Bruce Hamilton: Wrestling with worry — not your own, but your family’s
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Wrestling with worry — not your own, but your family’sNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton realized that along the road on a cancer journey, you have to learn to deal with the guilt that goes along with knowing family members are riddled with worry.
Bruce Hamilton: Responding with a sense of humor goes a long way in dealing with realities of cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Responding with a sense of humor goes a long way in dealing with realities of cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has learned that responding to things along his cancer journey with a sense of humor goes a long way in helping deal with life’s realities.
LIST: Memorial Day observances across Northeast Florida & Southeast Georgia
Read full article: LIST: Memorial Day observances across Northeast Florida & Southeast GeorgiaOn this Memorial Day, we honor the sacrifices of all those who have died while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. We have compiled a list of area Memorial Day observances.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance scene
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance sceneOn this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement.
Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctor
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Getting surprising PET scan results before visit to doctorNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton finally got his PET scan results, and they confirmed where the cancer lies and how to go ahead with the battle.
Bruce Hamilton: How a chat while waiting for a PET scan helped change another patient’s outlook
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: How a chat while waiting for a PET scan helped change another patient’s outlookAfter doing "battle" with the insurance company, News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton finally got approval to do a crucial PET scan. As he continues sharing his cancer journey, Bruce says It took some wrangling, but getting that scan was so important because of the crucial information it provides about his cancer.
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns Downtown. Here’s everything you need to know
Read full article: The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns Downtown. Here’s everything you need to knowThe Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns to downtown Jacksonville for Memorial Day weekend, May 21-24, bringing a star-studded, free lineup to Ford on Bay.
Jumbo Shrimp bring back Honey Drippers Weekend with giveaways, themed nights and family fun
Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp bring back Honey Drippers Weekend with giveaways, themed nights and family funThe homestand is highlighted by the return of the popular Honey Drippers Weekend, along with themed nights, giveaways and special appreciation events throughout the week.
Bruce Hamilton: How to overcome anxiety, fear when cancer journey faces roadblocks
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: How to overcome anxiety, fear when cancer journey faces roadblocksAs I continue to share my cancer journey with you, I want to talk about how roadblocks might cause anxiety and fear but more importantly, ways to overcome that.
Help on the Home Front: News4JAX campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit Union
Read full article: Help on the Home Front: News4JAX campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit UnionNews4JAX is honoring Military Appreciation Month with Help on the Home Front, a community-driven campaign in partnership with the USO and presenting sponsor Navy Federal Credit Union.
Guy Harvey Resort St. Augustine Beach hosting career fair with seasonal, part-time job openings
Read full article: Guy Harvey Resort St. Augustine Beach hosting career fair with seasonal, part-time job openingsThe career fair will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, at the resort, located at 860 A1A Beach Blvd. in St. Augustine Beach.
Clara White Mission celebrates 31 years of Miracle on Ashley Street with food, music, community
Read full article: Clara White Mission celebrates 31 years of Miracle on Ashley Street with food, music, communityThe Clara White Mission is hosted its 31st annual Miracle on Ashley Street Friday — an event that’s raised hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years to support people experiencing homelessness here in Jacksonville.
Bruce Hamilton: Chemo caused me to become proactive & how I protect a medical device using a Publix bag
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: Chemo caused me to become proactive & how I protect a medical device using a Publix bagWhen you are fighting cancer, certain realities set in along the way. One is that there are side effects to chemo. While I didn’t experience the worst, I did have to grapple with one. It caused me to become – how do I put this - proactive.
Bruce Hamilton: My first day of chemo and the difficult conversation with my oncologist
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My first day of chemo and the difficult conversation with my oncologistCertain realities settle in when you battle cancer. News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues to share his journey with you and takes you to his first day of chemo – a day the fight began in earnest.
Bruce Hamilton: My grandson’s resilience turned disappointment into positivity as I battle cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My grandson’s resilience turned disappointment into positivity as I battle cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues documenting his cancer journey. He says his 7-year-old grandson turned a major disappointment for him into a heartwarming moment of positivity and support.
Bruce Hamilton: My fight took unexpected turn when insurer blocked test to pinpoint source of cancer
Read full article: Bruce Hamilton: My fight took unexpected turn when insurer blocked test to pinpoint source of cancerNews4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton continues documenting his cancer journey, hoping to answer questions those of you battling cancer might have, and your loved ones as well.
Clara White Mission hosting 31st Annual Miracle on Ashley Street fundraising brunch on Friday
Read full article: Clara White Mission hosting 31st Annual Miracle on Ashley Street fundraising brunch on FridayThe Clara White Mission is hosting its 31st annual Miracle on Ashley Street this Friday, May 15 — an event that’s raised hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years to support people experiencing homelessness here in Jacksonville. And this year there’s a brand-new addition: A signature Southern Brunch Experience.
His competitive swimming career may have ended, but his athleticism continues with 2nd IRONMAN triathlon
Read full article: His competitive swimming career may have ended, but his athleticism continues with 2nd IRONMAN triathlonA 21-year-old St. Johns County athlete is set to take on one of endurance sports’ most grueling challenges this weekend — 140.6 miles of swimming, biking and running at Ironman Jacksonville.
‘Fighting Cancer on My Terms’: News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton chronicles his fight against cancer
Read full article: ‘Fighting Cancer on My Terms’: News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton chronicles his fight against cancerAs many of you know, News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamilton has been battling cancer. And when he began this fight, he made it clear “that fight was on my terms.”
Jacksonville event offering free health and wellness services is ‘a big help’ for local patients struggling financially
Read full article: Jacksonville event offering free health and wellness services is ‘a big help’ for local patients struggling financiallyAscension St. Vincent’s hosted its Medical Mission at Home event Saturday at the Prime Osborn Convention Center, offering free health and wellness services to uninsured and underserved members of the Jacksonville community.
Residents from all over step up to help build Brantley County community back up
Read full article: Residents from all over step up to help build Brantley County community back upPeople from all across the area showed up at News4JAX on Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to donate supplies for wildfire victims in Brantley County.
‘It’s a lot of fun’: Episcopal school teacher draws millions of views online with percussion covers
Read full article: ‘It’s a lot of fun’: Episcopal school teacher draws millions of views online with percussion coversGreg Hersey, director of instrumental music at Episcopal School of Jacksonville, has gone viral for his percussive covers of popular songs, racking up millions of views and more than half a million followers on Instagram.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connection
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connectionOn "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city.
Local nonprofit wants to be sure veterans are ‘Here Tomorrow’ by offering confidential mental health program
Read full article: Local nonprofit wants to be sure veterans are ‘Here Tomorrow’ by offering confidential mental health program"Here Tomorrow," a Neptune Beach-based nonprofit focused on suicide prevention, recently launched a program specifically designed to serve military members and first responders struggling with mental health — free from stigma and with full confidentiality guaranteed.
News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victims
Read full article: News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victimsNews4JAX is hosting a Positively JAX donation drive this Friday to support families impacted by the devastating wildfire in Brantley County, where dozens of homes were destroyed in recent weeks.
Jumbo Shrimp host Mother’s Day weekend at VyStar Ballpark
Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp host Mother’s Day weekend at VyStar BallparkJacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are bringing a full week of themed nights, food specials and family-friendly promotions to VyStar Ballpark as they face the Charlotte Knights from May 5–10.
Help on the Home Front: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit Union
Read full article: Help on the Home Front: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit UnionNews4JAX is honoring Military Appreciation Month with Help on the Home Front, a community-driven campaign in partnership with the USO and presenting sponsor Navy Federal Credit Union.
A wish come true: 6-year-old living with congenital heart failure gets to meet Savannah Bananas
Read full article: A wish come true: 6-year-old living with congenital heart failure gets to meet Savannah BananasA 6-year-old from Palm Coast who has lived with congenital heart disease his entire life is getting the experience of a lifetime — and it involves a lot of dancing, baseball and yellow.
‘Momentum is undeniable’: Report finds major residential, development & tourism growth for Downtown Jacksonville in 2025
Read full article: ‘Momentum is undeniable’: Report finds major residential, development & tourism growth for Downtown Jacksonville in 2025Downtown Jacksonville continues to see significant growth in residents, development, and visitation, with more than 9,000 people now living downtown and $7 billion in projects planned or underway, according to the 2025 State of Downtown Report from Downtown Vision, Inc.
Do you or a loved one rely on Medicare? Don’t miss this town hall on preventing fraud
Read full article: Do you or a loved one rely on Medicare? Don’t miss this town hall on preventing fraudA free town hall on Thursday in Jacksonville will bring together several agencies and experts to help those with Medicare spot and prevent possible fraud.
Woman shares emotional moment when News4JAX report revealed her grandson’s gravestone had survived wildfire
Read full article: Woman shares emotional moment when News4JAX report revealed her grandson’s gravestone had survived wildfireA Brantley County woman on her way to see what was left of her property stopped to share her story with News4JAX reporter Briana Brownlee. A report Brownlee shared last week revealed that the gravestone of the woman's grandson had survived the fire unscathed, bringing relief to her daughter in Atlanta.
Want to help families affected by wildfires? Here’s how to be sure that fundraiser is real
Read full article: Want to help families affected by wildfires? Here’s how to be sure that fundraiser is realAs community members across the Southeast rally to help families affected by the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, officials have acknowledged concerns about possible scams popping up.
Positively JAX winner: Chris Shee uses success to serve others
Read full article: Positively JAX winner: Chris Shee uses success to serve othersChris Shee, founder of MasterCraft Builder Group, is being recognized for using his success, resources and community connections to make a real impact across Northeast Florida — especially for women, children and young people in need.