Former mayor of Jacksonville, John Delaney, reflects on working with Jimmy Carter on Habitat for Humanity project
Read full article: Former mayor of Jacksonville, John Delaney, reflects on working with Jimmy Carter on Habitat for Humanity projectJohn Delaney, president of Flagler College and former mayor of Jacksonville, reflected on his experience working alongside former President Jimmy Carter during a Habitat for Humanity project.
A look back at Jacksonville’s top news stories of 2024
Read full article: A look back at Jacksonville’s top news stories of 2024From a destructive fire at a luxury apartment complex in downtown Jacksonville to the approval of the “Stadium of the Future,” 2024 brought dozens of significant events that impacted our communities.
Jimmy Carter’s lasting legacy through community service in Jacksonville
Read full article: Jimmy Carter’s lasting legacy through community service in JacksonvilleFormer President Jimmy Carter’s commitment to community service left an indelible mark in Jacksonville, especially in the Fairway Oaks community.
Recycled Christmas trees turn into toys for big cats at Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary
Read full article: Recycled Christmas trees turn into toys for big cats at Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife SanctuaryLions, tigers, and other big cats love playing with trees, so the staff at Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jacksonville suggests that people help both the environment and their furry friends by recycling Christmas trees.
Service with a smile: Sweet therapy dog Taco brings comfort to Flagler County Fire Rescue
Read full article: Service with a smile: Sweet therapy dog Taco brings comfort to Flagler County Fire RescueThere’s no better way for Flagler County Fire Rescue to embrace the holidays than with a pint-sized, er Taco-sized, therapy dog!
Sunday’s Jaguars vs Titans game at EverBank Stadium will support the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund
Read full article: Sunday’s Jaguars vs Titans game at EverBank Stadium will support the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial FundTickets purchased for the Jaguars game on December 29 will contribute to donations supporting law enforcement programs and services from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF).
Fire destroys Jacksonville family’s home on Christmas, claims family’s 2 beloved dogs
Read full article: Fire destroys Jacksonville family’s home on Christmas, claims family’s 2 beloved dogsMonte Thomason, a retired disabled veteran who served in both the Navy and Army, braved the flames in a desperate attempt to save their pets.
‘I forgive that man’: Slain corrections officer’s wife, son prepare for first Christmas since murder
Read full article: ‘I forgive that man’: Slain corrections officer’s wife, son prepare for first Christmas since murderAs countless people worldwide gear up to celebrate Christmas Day, the wife and son of slain Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Corrections Officer, Brad McNew, prepare to celebrate their first without him.
UF doctor vies to ‘be the person to answer’ pressing questions in fight to advance women’s health, reach global heights
Read full article: UF doctor vies to ‘be the person to answer’ pressing questions in fight to advance women’s health, reach global heightsDr. Ivana Parker recently received a $2.7 million grant from the National Institutes of Health that stretches over five years to allow her to further her BV research in hopes of finding a more effective solution and addressing concerns about known health disparities among different races.
City says Meals on Wheels waiting list reduced by 45% since July with addition of $2M for Senior Food Insecurity Program
Read full article: City says Meals on Wheels waiting list reduced by 45% since July with addition of $2M for Senior Food Insecurity ProgramFeeding elderly, food-insecure residents was one of the priorities identified by the health committee of Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan’s transition team.
SnapJAX Sweaters: Show us your ugly, and not so ugly, Christmas sweaters on SnapJAX 📸
Read full article: SnapJAX Sweaters: Show us your ugly, and not so ugly, Christmas sweaters on SnapJAX 📸The holiday season is the perfect time to embrace all things festive, including the beloved tradition of donning “ugly” sweaters.
AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ program on Tuesday for year-end holidays
Read full article: AAA activates ‘Tow to Go’ program on Tuesday for year-end holidaysAAA will work to help stranded motorists while also keeping impaired drivers off the road this holiday season. Tuesday night, the Auto Club Group will activate its Tow to Go program in Florida and other select states.
It’s been 35 years since Jacksonville’s last major snow event. What do you remember?
Read full article: It’s been 35 years since Jacksonville’s last major snow event. What do you remember?The historic event resulted when arctic air pushed temperatures below freezing through Florida with ice accumulating down to Miami.
Jacksonville Beach community, News4JAX honor 2 sanitation workers with Positively JAX award
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach community, News4JAX honor 2 sanitation workers with Positively JAX awardJacksonville Beach, News4JAX and Closets By Design celebrated two local heroes Friday—CJ and Melvin—who were honored with the Positively JAX award for their exceptional dedication and kindness.
Venardos Circus celebrates 10th anniversary with animal-free magic in St. Augustine
Read full article: Venardos Circus celebrates 10th anniversary with animal-free magic in St. AugustineThe Venardos Circus, a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is returning to St. Augustine to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Northwest Jacksonville park once used as dump site for incinerated trash ashes to receive revitalization
Read full article: Northwest Jacksonville park once used as dump site for incinerated trash ashes to receive revitalizationThe city of Jacksonville is rolling out plans to clean up Lonnie C. Miller Park in Northwest Jacksonville.
Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to Pollstar
Read full article: Florida Theatre ranks #1 most attended venue in the region in 2024, according to PollstarThe Florida Theatre was named the #1 Most Attended Venue in Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia, according to 2024 statistics released by Pollstar, a leading concert industry publication.
Jacksonville preschoolers donate nearly 4,000 canned goods during annual Caring & Giving Food Drive
Read full article: Jacksonville preschoolers donate nearly 4,000 canned goods during annual Caring & Giving Food DriveStudents took part in the effort by earning money through household chores to purchase canned goods, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in helping others.
Home Grown: Mayport students living in food desert learn how to grow their own food
Read full article: Home Grown: Mayport students living in food desert learn how to grow their own foodBEAM, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry, partnered with the school to transform an overgrow space on the school’s campus into a garden filled with vegetable boxes.
How Afghan refugees are stitching together new lives in America
Read full article: How Afghan refugees are stitching together new lives in AmericaFreedom, defined as “the power or right to speak, act, and change as one wants without hindrance or restraint,” remained elusive for many in Afghanistan during years of conflict. For three Afghan women now living in the United States, freedom signifies a fresh start.
The story of Jesus Christ comes to life at West Jacksonville living nativity scene
Read full article: The story of Jesus Christ comes to life at West Jacksonville living nativity sceneThe Westside Baptist Church has brought Bethlehem to Jacksonville once again with its living drive-thru nativity scene.
SpaceX scrubs Friday night Falcon 9 launch; will try again Saturday from Cape Canaveral
Read full article: SpaceX scrubs Friday night Falcon 9 launch; will try again Saturday from Cape CanaveralFriday night’s launch has been scrubbed, according to SpaceX. The next Falcon 9 rocket launch is scheduled for Saturday night, Dec. 14.
Lil Duval surprises students, staff during pep rally at Raines High School ahead of Saturday’s state title game
Read full article: Lil Duval surprises students, staff during pep rally at Raines High School ahead of Saturday’s state title gameDuring a pep rally Thursday at Raines High School, Lil Duval, a Jacksonville comedian and recording artist with a huge online following, surprised students and staff ahead of the 3A state title game in Miami against Miami Northwestern on Saturday.
UF Board of Trustees unanimously approves LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in Jacksonville
Read full article: UF Board of Trustees unanimously approves LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in JacksonvilleThe University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute is coming to Jacksonville's LaVilla
UF Board of Trustees to vote on LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in Jacksonville
Read full article: UF Board of Trustees to vote on LaVilla site for new high-tech grad school campus in JacksonvilleThe University of Florida’s Florida Semiconductor Institute is coming to Jacksonville's LaVilla
Good luck, Vikings! News4JAX sends messages of support to Raines High School ahead of state championship in Miami
Read full article: Good luck, Vikings! News4JAX sends messages of support to Raines High School ahead of state championship in MiamiGood luck, Vikings! All of Jacksonville is rooting for you to bring the championship trophy back home.
Grab the tissues: Navy mom returns home for Christmas after final deployment, surprises daughter at Jacksonville school
Read full article: Grab the tissues: Navy mom returns home for Christmas after final deployment, surprises daughter at Jacksonville schoolChief Sisson returned from her final Navy deployment just in time for the holidays.