St. Johns County residents protested the proposed Guana Preserve land swap on Saturday.

The North Florida Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) is unveiling its five-year plan for the Transportation Improvement Program on Thursday. This plan is expected to introduce new projects aimed at making local roads safer and more efficient.

The North Florida chapter of PGA HOPE is one of 12 teams competing in the Secretary's Cup, a nine-hole golf match set for Monday to kick off PGA Championship week.

As the sea turtle nesting season continues, the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol urges people to follow proper guidelines to ensure wildlife safety.

The 20th Annual Taste of Golf will take place on April 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., at the TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse, celebrating a milestone anniversary with a National Picnic Day-inspired culinary theme.

Severe storms will target inland southern Georgia early this evening.

Goodwill Industries of North Florida is set to celebrate National Clean Out Your Closet Week, observed from March 16–22, 2025. This week-long event encourages individuals to declutter their homes, get organized, and donate gently used clothing and household items to Goodwill while supporting the local community. National Clean Out Your Closet Week is the ideal time to declutter spaces and refresh the home for spring. Clearing out closets helps create a more organized and peaceful living environment. When you bring those gently used items to Goodwill, is supports the community by funding programs that remove barriers to employment through job training and placement services. “How Your Donation Helps Goodwill Industries of North Florida believes that everyone deserves access to opportunity. From the moment your donation leaves your hand, it becomes part of our Goodwill mission of removing barriers to employment through training, education, and career opportunities in your community. With your support, we create job opportunities and training services for our community – and reuse and upcycle millions of pounds of goods and cardboard. How to Donate Once you’ve decluttered, Goodwill invites you to donate your gently used items to one of its local donation centers. To find the nearest donation center or learn more about how to make a difference, visit https://goodwillnorthfl.org/locations/. About Goodwill Industries of North Florida Follow Goodwill on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodwillNFL/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodwillnfl/

It’s National Clean Out Your Closet Week, and Goodwill Industries of North Florida is encouraging everyone to take time to declutter, get organized, and donate gently used clothes and household items.

With school districts across the state expressing support, Florida senators Monday started moving forward with a bill that would repeal requirements aimed at later daily start times in many high schools.

The Girl Scouts of Gateway Council proudly serves over 11,000 members across 35 counties in North Florida. They are excited to kick off National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place February 21-23, which encourages consumers to support local Girl Scout entrepreneurs as they work towards a brighter future—one cookie box at a time. National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend is a time when many cookie entrepreneurs across the United States sell cookies in their communities. This season, over 350 cookie booths are set up across North Florida, giving customers the chance to purchase their favorite cookies in person. Supporters can also buy cookies through a local Girl Scout’s Digital Cookie website or by visiting www.gsgateway.org to use the Cookie Finder tool—simply enter a zip code to locate a nearby booth. Join the Girl Scouts of Gateway Council in celebrating National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend and support these young entrepreneurs as they develop skills for success!

Get ready for rain tomorrow as temperatures drop and a cold front approaches, bringing potential freeze conditions later in the week.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement said one of their agents shot a Bishop Kenny High School student in the arm on Wednesday while the student was playing a game of “Senior Assassin” in Nassau County.

WJXT is proud to continue its long-serving promise of dedication to North Florida and South Georgia communities by introducing a new, inside perspective of area neighborhoods.

Jacksonville ranked its highest or most extreme winter based on the Winter Misery Index which tracks the impacts of winter weather across cities in the U.S.

Locals continue to feel the impacts of a winter storm that moved through Southeast Georgia and North Florida on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning as they grapple with unsafe driving conditions, road closures, and power outages.

Tuesday afternoon quickly turned cold and the rain continued causing schools and businesses to close on Wednesday as the overnight temperatures were forecasted to drop even further.

It was a winter wonderland in Waycross on Tuesday evening.

From a snowy Bourbon Street in New Orleans to making a snowman on the beaches in Houston, check out the falling snow in our southern states.

Governor Ron DeSantis said Tuesday afternoon that Florida could see a record amount of snow in the Panhandle over the next 24 hours as a rare winter storm hits the state.

Governor Ron DeSantis on Tuesday is set to hold a news conference at the State Emergency Operations Center in Tallahassee as a powerful winter storm is beginning to hit Florida.

Governor Ron DeSantis issued a state of emergency Monday evening ahead of a winter storm that is forecast to impact North Florida beginning Tuesday evening.

A rare winter storm is set to impact North Florida and southern Georgia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning and it will bring the risk of ice and even some snow to the region.

As temperatures drop and winter weather looms, North Florida communities are gearing up for what could be a historic event.

Tennessee coach Rick Barnes believes losing at Florida will be good for his team.

Alijah Martin scored 18 points, Denzel Aberdeen added 16 and No. 8 Florida thumped top-ranked Tennessee 73-43 to knock off the last unbeaten in Division I basketball.

Will Richard scored a career-high 26 points, three teammates notched double-doubles and No. 7 Florida remained undefeated with a 99-45 victory over North Florida.

Deck the Chairs at Jacksonville Beach is back and will light for the public Wednesday, Nov. 27.

Goodwill hosted a luncheon and fashion show to celebrate the achievements of people who’ve been through Goodwill of North Florida programs and changed their lives.

Calling all Goodwill fans, Goodwill will soon have a new retail location in St. Augustine, Florida.

An area of low pressure in the Caribbean Sea, Invest-99, producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, could soon develop into “Sara.”

The Northern Taurids peaks on Nov. 12, but may be more obstructed by moonlight since the moon will be 79% full.

Josh Harris scored 22 points to lead six players in double figures, Jasai Miles posted a double-double, and North Florida cruised to a 105-93 victory over Georgia Tech. Harris made 8 of 10 shots from the floor and 5 of 6 at the free-throw line for the Ospreys (3-0).

The President of the Florida Letter Carriers Association for the United States Postal Service is responding to calls for an investigation into delayed and missing mail at Postal Service’s Network Distribution Center.

Meteors and a Supermoon will be visible this month and this is when to look.

The dry season in Jacksonville typically begins in late October and lasts through early May. This seasonal transition is marked by a noticeable drop in humidity and precipitation as colder, drier air masses start moving into the region.

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Now that Hurricane Milton is over, it’s time to go outside.

All blood types are needed, however there is an increased need for O Negative, O Positive, as well as platelet donors.

Angie's Subs owner Ed Malin had one day to collect as much as possible, saying he would be leaving Wednesday morning with four other trucks pulling trailers to head to an area outside Asheville.

The Florida Minority Business Awards honors outstanding minority entrepreneurs, business leaders, organizations and civic leaders across North Florida.

Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine has formed in the Caribbean, and the disturbance is forecast to strengthen over the next few days into Hurricane Helene.

The North Florida and South Georgia Veterans Health System will host a resource and suicide prevention fair on Thursday, September 19th.

Now available across North Florida, Inspiro Tequila is an additive-free, clean and uniquely smooth tasting tequila. It was founded by Mara Smith, a former attorney and stay-at-home mom who for years searched for a tequila that was additive free with a look, taste and aroma that appealed to her. That perfect tequila didn't exist, so she decided to create one. Mara joins us on River City Live to make some great cocktails with Inspiro Tequila!  www.inspirotequila.com

Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club offers individuals in the North Florida region the opportunity to learn how to paddle in a dragon boat in a positive and supportive exercise environment. Team Mammoglams is just one of the premier teams and are all Breast Cancer Survivors. For more details contact Coach Marty Millard at 904-536-3475 or go to our website Jacksonvilledragonboatclub.com

Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club offers individuals in the North Florida region the opportunity to learn how to paddle in a dragon boat in a positive and supportive exercise environment. Team Mammoglams is just one of the premier teams and are all Breast Cancer Survivors. For more details contact Coach Marty Millard at 904-536-3475 or go to our website Jacksonvilledragonboatclub.com

In Duval, Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties, property insurance premiums rose by an average of 13.5% from 2023 to 2024.

Hurricane Debby made landfall about 7 a.m. Monday near Steinhatchee as a Category 1 storm, bringing the rural Big Bend region its second hurricane in less than a year.

Hurricane Debby made landfall about 7 a.m. Monday near Steinhatchee as a Category 1 storm, bringing the rural Big Bend region its second hurricane in less than a year.

As of the 11 p.m. National Hurricane Center update, the tropical storm has become Hurricane Debby and is expected to make landfall in the Florida Big Bend area on Monday.

Scattered storms inland will drift slowly and some could track toward the coast and last as late as midnight.

The Greater Jacksonville Coin Club is an organization with over 250 members dedicated to educating, preserving, and promoting numismatics and all facets of coin, currency, medal, and token collecting for the general public of North Florida.

Some assisted living facilities and nursing homes have been forced to close due to escalating operating costs tied to Florida’s skyrocketing property insurance rates, according to data from Bloomberg.

In the North Florida area, numerous fire performers showcase their talents. However, emerging as Jacksonville’s pioneering fire and aerial entertainment ensemble targeting restaurants and bars, they boast unparalleled expertise in event elevation. Their mission is to imbue each occasion with an extraordinary essence, sparking wonder and delight among guests. With a unique understanding of experiential enhancement, they guarantee nothing short of spectacular events. Tokyo, lead entertainer and fire manipulator, brings her expertise in entertainment and high-octane theatrics to the 904, aiming to elevate the client experience in any venue.

To:​Jana Angel​Thu 4/18/2024 2:18 PM.Discover the Ultimate Concert Experience at the River City Railway!Embark on an unforgettable journey at the River City Railway, a spectacular new event venue nestled just East of EverBank Stadium. Introducing the Railway Concert Series, a sensational celebration of music and community that promises to redefine your entertainment expectations.

A Florida property insurance industry veteran said the eight new companies entering the market will increase competition and opportunities for customers.

The 2024 entertainment includes Vanilla Ice, Diamond Rio, Tyler Farr, Martina McBride, Bret Michaels and more!

RepsOnReps is hosting their annual North Florida All-Star Classic on Saturday, March 16th at FSCJ, featuring the top senior girls’ and boys’ basketball talent in the area.

MAKOFIT by EJ Eldridge is North Florida's new and fast growing athletic development service located at ROAR Training Center.

Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) is working to save the Riverside home of Jacksonville golf and civil rights activist Arthur Leroy Johnson.

Milder temperatures will coincide with longer daylight hours to bring a likely early start to the growing season.

Led by Chaz Lanier's 23 points, the North Florida Ospreys defeated the Lipscomb Bisons 85-76.

The North Florida Marine Association will host the 76th Annual Jacksonville Boat Show January 26 - 28 at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. This beloved North Florida event has been bringing together the boating community since 1947. This year’s Boat Show, sponsored by VyStar Credit Union, brings new dealers to the Convention Center, ensuring attendees will see even more boat brands than in prior shows. Showgoers will enjoy three days of water-related fun, family-friendly activities, and educational seminars—as well as amazing deals on hundreds of boats and thousands of accessories. Boat Show attendees will also be among the first to see and board brand-new models of all types of watercraft, including fishing boats, cruisers, ski boats, pontoons, inflatables, personal watercraft, and more.

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ State of the State address was about Florida’s future.

A sprawling storm has hit the South with high winds and tornado warnings that blew roofs off homes, flipped over campers and tossed about furniture in Florida.

A sprawling storm has hit the South with high winds and tornado warnings that blew roofs off homes, flipped over campers and tossed about furniture in Florida.

Homes in Northeast Florida remain historically unaffordable, according to Northeast Florida Association of Realtors

You can donate ASTM certified teddy bears at any 121FCU branch now through the end of November. The bears go to the kids and families served by the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville. You can learn more or get an easy Amazon link at our website 121fcu.org/teddies.

Lawyers representing Black voters told a three-judge federal panel that Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis violated the U.S. Constitution by deliberately dismantling a congressional district that favored Black candidates.

Halloween is less than a week away and many of you are gearing up for weekend parties, so for this Thrifty Thursday, Liz Morgan with Goodwill of North Florida is here to give us some great last-minute ideas from the thrift.

For this Thrifty Thursday, Rachael Mueller with Goodwill of North Florida is here to tell us how you can be part of the organization’s signature event, Gather for Goodwill, coming up November 15.

Saddle up, y'all! You're cordially invited to the Uptown Hoedown - A Night of Celebration and Philanthropy hosted by Challenge Enterprises of North Florida, Inc.!

Good Friday Morning! Areas of patchy fog arrive early, followed by partly cloudy skies.

Saying the insurance industry “dodged a bullet,” a reinsurance firm Thursday estimated that Hurricane Idalia caused $3 billion to $5 billion in insured losses.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said there was one reported death in the state attributed to Hurricane Idalia, a powerful storm that slammed into the Big Bend region on Wednesday.

A photo of a North Florida angler holding a dolphin several feet out of the water is prompting outrage online and investigations by state and federal agencies. A marine biologist told News4JAX his first reaction to seeing that picture was horror. It’s not clear exactly where that photo was taken but harassing or feeding wild dolphins is against federal law.

The demographic of the typical thrift shopper has changed. An increasing number of Gen Z and younger thrifters is a result of several things, in particular social media. Tiktok, Youtube and Instagram are filled with videos of students showing off their “thrift hauls”. It’s also affordable, cool and kind to the planet.

SunBelt Rentals collected thousands of school supplies from June 1 through July 14 and made a big drop-off Thursday morning to Duval County Public Schools.

SunRay Cinema, located in 5 Points, made a post on social media asking its followers to email commissioners.

It’s hard to believe it but Memorial Day weekend has come and gone –and the unofficial start of summer is here.

Thrifty Thursday - Mayor's Youth At Work Program

Thrifty Thursday - Mother's Day Gifts That Won't Break the Piggy Bank

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Students said the dogs are a reminder for them to prioritize their mental health.

5 tips to find great steals and deals at Goodwill

INSERT-grade from INSERT County now heads to Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

The Clay County Agricultural Fair opens Thursday.

Festival season continues across the area this upcoming weekend, with the Bradford County Strawberry Festival getting underway this Saturday and Sunday.

Sunday temperatures drop near the mid 60s by midnight, with calm winds and mostly clear skies.

UNF jumped out to an early 17 point lead and never trailed as the Ospreys took the first game of the River City Rumble over Jacksonville University 76-63.

The Storm Prediction Center has an elevated threat for possible isolated tornadoes associated with a few super-sell thunderstorms that will move through Southern Georgia and North Florida between 5 am and 1 pm Thursday.

The threat of strong to severe storms is increasing across all of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

Farah and Farah’s annual Empowering Greatness Scholarship is back and five lucky students will be awarded two years’ worth of tuition to be used at any Florida university, college, or trade school.

Thanksgiving gatherings kick off a spike in other emergency visits as generations gather and swap germs.

Nicole is expected to bring heavy wind, storm surge and flooding.

Florida Republicans gained four seats in the state Senate on Tuesday, ousting two incumbents as Democrats were eclipsed in the midterm elections up and down the ballot.

King Eddie and the Pili Pili Band are Florida’s oldest reggae band, having played in North Florida for over 40 years.

King Eddie and the Pili Pili Band are Florida’s oldest reggae band, having played in North Florida for over 40 years.

OneBlood is urging blood donors in areas not impacted by Hurricane Ian to donate as soon as possible.

Rulings from six North Florida judicial circuits, including the Fourth Circuit (Clay, Duval and Nassau counties) and the Eight Circuit (Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Gilchrist Levy and Union counties), are appealed to the First District Court of Appeals.

North Florida’s longest running multi-day pop culture experience, Ancient City Con, returns to Saint Johns Convention Center in World Golf Village this weekend. The event promises to be bigger and better than ever going into its 14th year. The stars will be in the building including a few from Stranger Things and Barry Bostwick along with cosplayers, music and more. It starts Friday and runs through Sunday.

North Florida’s longest running multi-day pop culture experience, Ancient City Con, returns to Saint Johns Convention Center in World Golf Village this weekend. The event promises to be bigger and better than ever going into its 14th year. The stars will be in the building including a few from Stranger Things and Barry Bostwick along with cosplayers, music and more. It starts Friday and runs through Sunday.