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Tracking the Tropics: Florida could be seeing Sara soon. Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Tracking the Tropics: Florida could be seeing Sara soon. Here’s what you need to knowAn area of low pressure in the Caribbean Sea, Invest-99, producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, could soon develop into “Sara.”
Josh Harris, Jasai Miles propel North Florida to 105-93 victory over Georgia Tech
Read full article: Josh Harris, Jasai Miles propel North Florida to 105-93 victory over Georgia TechJosh 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).
Florida Letter Carriers Association president supports audit at Jacksonville distribution center
Read full article: Florida Letter Carriers Association president supports audit at Jacksonville distribution centerThe 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.
From rain to refresh: It’s time to start Jacksonville’s dry season
Read full article: From rain to refresh: It’s time to start Jacksonville’s dry seasonThe 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.
Owner of beloved Angie’s Subs delivering donations for Hurricane Helene recovery to North Carolina communities
Read full article: Owner of beloved Angie’s Subs delivering donations for Hurricane Helene recovery to North Carolina communitiesAngie'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.
5 steps you can take to help you prepare for an approaching storm
Read full article: 5 steps you can take to help you prepare for an approaching stormPotential Tropical Cyclone Nine has formed in the Caribbean, and the disturbance is forecast to strengthen over the next few days into Hurricane Helene.
Summer flowing into Fall Cocktails with Inspiro Tequila
Read full article: Summer flowing into Fall Cocktails with Inspiro TequilaNow 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
Local Breast Cancer survivors paddle with a purpose
Read full article: Local Breast Cancer survivors paddle with a purposeJacksonville 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
Meet the Mammoglams | Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club takes on international competition
Read full article: Meet the Mammoglams | Jacksonville Dragon Boat Club takes on international competitionJacksonville 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
Florida insurance market in best position in nearly a decade, but homeowners in North Florida still paying more
Read full article: Florida insurance market in best position in nearly a decade, but homeowners in North Florida still paying moreIn Duval, Clay, St. Johns, and Nassau counties, property insurance premiums rose by an average of 13.5% from 2023 to 2024.
Florida’s Big Bend hit by hurricane 11 months after Idalia caused widespread damage
Read full article: Florida’s Big Bend hit by hurricane 11 months after Idalia caused widespread damageHurricane 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.
Gov. DeSantis: 4 Florida deaths attributed to Debby, 250,000 without power
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis: 4 Florida deaths attributed to Debby, 250,000 without powerHurricane 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 makes landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coast
Read full article: Hurricane Debby makes landfall on Florida’s Big Bend coastAs 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.
Recruiting youth into coin collecting
Read full article: Recruiting youth into coin collectingThe 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.
Unexpected victims of Florida’s property insurance crisis: Assisted living facilities and nursing homes
Read full article: Unexpected victims of Florida’s property insurance crisis: Assisted living facilities and nursing homesSome 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.
Meet fire manipulating maven, Tokyo Moreno
Read full article: Meet fire manipulating maven, Tokyo MorenoIn 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.
Innovative concert series coming to Jacksonville
Read full article: Innovative concert series coming to JacksonvilleTo:Jana AngelThu 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.
Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunities
Read full article: Property insurance expert says 8 new companies will increase competition, opportunitiesA Florida property insurance industry veteran said the eight new companies entering the market will increase competition and opportunities for customers.
Must not miss courtside action: North Florida All-Star Classic |Saturday, March 16th
Read full article: Must not miss courtside action: North Florida All-Star Classic |Saturday, March 16thRepsOnReps 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.
Jacksonville law firm joins fight to keep civil rights activist’s Riverside home after he faced financial hardship
Read full article: Jacksonville law firm joins fight to keep civil rights activist’s Riverside home after he faced financial hardshipJacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) is working to save the Riverside home of Jacksonville golf and civil rights activist Arthur Leroy Johnson.
Jacksonville Boat Show floats into the River City
Read full article: Jacksonville Boat Show floats into the River CityThe 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.
Sprawling storm wallops Florida, beyond with tornado reports, damage and heavy snow, closing roads and schools
Read full article: Sprawling storm wallops Florida, beyond with tornado reports, damage and heavy snow, closing roads and schoolsA 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.
Sprawling storms wallop US with tornado reports, damage and heavy snow, closing roads and schools
Read full article: Sprawling storms wallop US with tornado reports, damage and heavy snow, closing roads and schoolsA 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.
Northeast Florida housing prices rise in November as market slows during holiday season: report
Read full article: Northeast Florida housing prices rise in November as market slows during holiday season: reportHomes in Northeast Florida remain historically unaffordable, according to Northeast Florida Association of Realtors
121 Financial Credit Union | Teddies 4 Tykes
Read full article: 121 Financial Credit Union | Teddies 4 TykesYou 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.
Appeals court hears arguments after judge ruled North Florida Black congressional district was purposely dismantled
Read full article: Appeals court hears arguments after judge ruled North Florida Black congressional district was purposely dismantledLawyers 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.
Last-Minute Costume Ideas with Goodwill
Read full article: Last-Minute Costume Ideas with GoodwillHalloween 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.
Gather for Goodwill- connecting cause and community!
Read full article: Gather for Goodwill- connecting cause and community!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.
Insurance industry says Southeast ‘dodged a bullet,’ but residents in hard-hit areas still worry about rate hikes
Read full article: Insurance industry says Southeast ‘dodged a bullet,’ but residents in hard-hit areas still worry about rate hikesSaying the insurance industry “dodged a bullet,” a reinsurance firm Thursday estimated that Hurricane Idalia caused $3 billion to $5 billion in insured losses.
1 Florida death reported, 40 people rescued in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Read full article: 1 Florida death reported, 40 people rescued in wake of Hurricane IdaliaFlorida 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.
Photo showing person holding dolphin several feet out of water prompts outrage, investigations
Read full article: Photo showing person holding dolphin several feet out of water prompts outrage, investigationsA 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.
Return to campus as BEST DRESSES, not STRESSED !
Read full article: Return to campus as BEST DRESSES, not STRESSED !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.
Equipment rental company makes sure Duval County students have ‘Tools for School’
Read full article: Equipment rental company makes sure Duval County students have ‘Tools for School’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.
Expect warm weather for the Bradford County Strawberry Festival 🍓
Read full article: Expect warm weather for the Bradford County Strawberry Festival 🍓Festival season continues across the area this upcoming weekend, with the Bradford County Strawberry Festival getting underway this Saturday and Sunday.
Alert Day Thursday for severe potential
Read full article: Alert Day Thursday for severe potentialThe 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.
Applications open for students’ chance to win 2 years of tuition at Florida colleges through Farah and Farah scholarship
Read full article: Applications open for students’ chance to win 2 years of tuition at Florida colleges through Farah and Farah scholarshipFarah 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.
‘Tripledemic’: Danger posed by COVID-19, flu & RSV a worry as people gather for Thanksgiving
Read full article: ‘Tripledemic’: Danger posed by COVID-19, flu & RSV a worry as people gather for ThanksgivingThanksgiving gatherings kick off a spike in other emergency visits as generations gather and swap germs.
Florida First District Court of Appeals judicial retention
Read full article: Florida First District Court of Appeals judicial retentionRulings 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.
Stanger Things stars join us from Ancient City Con
Read full article: Stanger Things stars join us from Ancient City ConNorth 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.
Ancient City Con geeks out in Jacksonville
Read full article: Ancient City Con geeks out in JacksonvilleNorth 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.
Automatic recount likely for newly drawn congressional district 4
Read full article: Automatic recount likely for newly drawn congressional district 4You may have thought the vote counting in this primary election was over but here in North Florida, it continues, at least for one race. More than likely there is going to be an automatic recount to determine who the democratic candidate will be for the newly drawn congressional district 4.
Trending Tuesday | Dorm & apartment décor with Goodwill
Read full article: Trending Tuesday | Dorm & apartment décor with GoodwillIt’s that time of year where college students back up to head back school, where many live in a shared, small space. But making the living space look and feel cozy and reflect your style and design doesn’t have to break the bank. We’re here with some great Dorm Décor finds on a dime from Goodwill of North Florida.
McDonald’s expects to hire more than 2,000 new employees across North Florida this summer
Read full article: McDonald’s expects to hire more than 2,000 new employees across North Florida this summerMcDonald’s is making a special pledge exclusively to its employees in Jacksonville and North Florida: The job comes with sizzling perks.
Homebuyers backing out of contracts at highest rate since start of pandemic
Read full article: Homebuyers backing out of contracts at highest rate since start of pandemicHomebuyers are backing out of their contracts at the highest rate since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new analysis.
Health officials are making a monkeypox vaccine available to people at risk
Read full article: Health officials are making a monkeypox vaccine available to people at riskHealth officials are taking more steps to slow the spread of monkeypox. They're now making a vaccine available to more people who could be at risk.
Florida judge will decide whether to block 15-week abortion ban law Thursday
Read full article: Florida judge will decide whether to block 15-week abortion ban law ThursdayIf the judge rules against the injunction, those who violate the 15-week ban could face up to five years in prison. Medical professionals could lose their licenses and pay $10,000 for each violation.
Some Jacksonville activists worry how the Supreme Court’s ruling could affect minority communities
Read full article: Some Jacksonville activists worry how the Supreme Court’s ruling could affect minority communitiesJacksonville-area activists say Friday’s decision to allow states to set their own laws on abortion will have a significant impact on minority communities.
UF Health Jacksonville exec says mental health access is North Florida’s top issue
Read full article: UF Health Jacksonville exec says mental health access is North Florida’s top issueLocally, mental health experts just completed a study called the Community Health Needs Assessment, which identifies the key health needs and issues in North Florida.
Jacksonville Pet Expo is this weekend
Read full article: Jacksonville Pet Expo is this weekendCool Zoo, an interactive and educational wildlife travel exhibit, which features hands-on encounters with exotic animals, is hosting the 2022 Jacksonville Pet Expo, North Florida’s Largest Pet Expo. Cool Zoo will present Jacksonville, FL with a one-of-a-kind, animal experience for pet lovers and exotic hobbyists alike. It is free to attend. Pets are welcome with a $5 entry fee per pet. Pets must be leashed at all times.
State appeal puts redistricting ruling on hold
Read full article: State appeal puts redistricting ruling on holdLittle more than an hour after a judge issued a temporary injunction against a new congressional redistricting plan, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration Thursday launched an appeal that put the ruling on hold.
Injunction sought against redistricting plan
Read full article: Injunction sought against redistricting planFocusing on a North Florida district that has become a legal and political battleground, voting-rights groups and other plaintiffs are seeking a temporary injunction to block a congressional redistricting plan pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Curry asked about congressional map, says he’s ‘looking forward to closing strong’ term as mayor
Read full article: Curry asked about congressional map, says he’s ‘looking forward to closing strong’ term as mayorLawsuits continue to be filed in the congressional redistricting maps approved by the Florida Legislature.
Grab your sunglasses as the sun comes out today!
Read full article: Grab your sunglasses as the sun comes out today!March rainfall totals are impressive, 9-11″ across much of North Florida and South Georgia. Just since Wednesday, rainfall amounts have been 2-4″, enough such that the North Fork of Black Creek will reach flood stage later Friday.
Collective Con is here all weekend!
Read full article: Collective Con is here all weekend!Collective Con is North Florida’s Premier Anime, Comic Book, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, & Pop Culture Event returns for Year 8! Collective Con will be located at the JACKSONVILLE EXPO CENTER. Children 10 and under are FREE!
Gov. DeSantis’ proposed congressional map would change 2 districts in North Florida
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis’ proposed congressional map would change 2 districts in North FloridaIt’s a move by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that could change the face of North Florida politics and who represents you in Congress.
‘Don’t fall for it’: FBI impersonators targeting North Florida residents, agency warns
Read full article: ‘Don’t fall for it’: FBI impersonators targeting North Florida residents, agency warnsThere are many versions of the government impersonation scam, and they all use aggressive, intimidation tactics.