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‘We’ll figure it out’: Georgia-Florida game relocation announcement sparks mixed reactions among fans
Read full article: ‘We’ll figure it out’: Georgia-Florida game relocation announcement sparks mixed reactions among fansFor two years Jacksonville won’t be home to the annual matchup between the Florida Gators and the Georgia Bulldogs as EverBank stadium undergoes renovations.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What does tourism look like in the fall for NE FL?
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - What does tourism look like in the fall for NE FL?All things that play into the tourism industry in Northeast Florida include fall weather, football and the Stadium of the Future.
Jacksonville-based filmmaker to debut Moncrief Springs documentary highlighting Northside history
Read full article: Jacksonville-based filmmaker to debut Moncrief Springs documentary highlighting Northside historyDana Maule, a Jacksonville native born and raised on the Northside, wants to investigate how tourism impacts urban communities and the preservation of Black history.
Residents, tourists split after new study ranks Jacksonville the worst city for summer travel
Read full article: Residents, tourists split after new study ranks Jacksonville the worst city for summer travelResidents and tourists gave differing opinions after a recent study ranked Jacksonville as the worst place for a summer vacation.
City creates Jacksonville Sports Foundation to boost sports tourism
Read full article: City creates Jacksonville Sports Foundation to boost sports tourismCity of Jacksonville leaders on Wednesday are set to make an announcement about the future of sports tourism and community engagement in Jacksonville.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - The Players Championship is making impacts, celebrating 50 years
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - The Players Championship is making impacts, celebrating 50 yearsIt’s a Ponte Vedra specialty that impacts so much of Northeast Florida -- Golf’s “Fifth Major” is celebrating its 50th edition. The Players Championship began on March 12.
Jacksonville preparing for Jaguars to host Chargers in wild-card game
Read full article: Jacksonville preparing for Jaguars to host Chargers in wild-card gamePlanning and preparations are underway as thousands of Jaguars and Chargers fan plan on attending Saturday’s AFC wild-card game in Jacksonville.
Fans of Notre Dame and South Carolina pack downtown Jacksonville before and after the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl
Read full article: Fans of Notre Dame and South Carolina pack downtown Jacksonville before and after the TaxSlayer Gator BowlAs the football teams for Notre Dame and South Carolina battle it out on the field at TIAA Bank Field, fans are bringing with them a big economic impact to Jacksonville.
Celebrating national pizza day with Jax Best winner Joseph’s Pizza
Read full article: Celebrating national pizza day with Jax Best winner Joseph’s PizzaThere is rarely a bad day for pizza but having a day to celebrate the glorious culinary creation gives us permission to gorge at will. Joseph’s Pizza won our Jax Best Pizza Award presented by Visit Jacksonville. Patrick Joseph Hanania joined us on River City Live to showcase some of the best pizza they offer at Joseph’s and offered insight into making quality pies in your own kitchen. www.josephspizza.com
Jacksonville’s best history museum: Mandarin Museum & Historical Society
Read full article: Jacksonville’s best history museum: Mandarin Museum & Historical SocietyThe museums offer a chance for you to explore the natural beauty of old Florida, capturing a time when citrus growers worked the land and steamboats plied through the waters, according to Visit Jacksonville.
Who Dat? Saints ready to march into Jacksonville to take on Packers on Sunday
Read full article: Who Dat? Saints ready to march into Jacksonville to take on Packers on SundayAlthough far from home, the Saints said “Who Dat?" will be heard in the River City on Sunday when New Orleans plays Green Bay at TIAA Bank Field.
JaxBest trail: Jacksonville Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
Read full article: JaxBest trail: Jacksonville Arboretum and Botanical GardensOur local experts of our JaxBest campaign presented by Visit Jacksonville love what they like. So Jacksonville Arboretum with the extended title of Botanical Gardens has now won three times for JaxBest trail (hiking, biking, or running).
Kava Bar takeover at Blue Jay Listening Room in Jax Beach | River City Live
Read full article: Kava Bar takeover at Blue Jay Listening Room in Jax Beach | River City LiveBlue Jay Listening Room was voted Jax Best Music Venue as part of our Jax Best Presented by Visit Jacksonville campaign. Owner Cara Murphy has gone above and beyond to keep the doors open and support other local businesses. She has partnered with Wildcrafters for twice weekly Kava Bar pop ups at her venue. Wildcrafters opened in Riverside almost 2 years ago with a focus on creating a non alcoholic bar atmosphere that has been fully embraced by the neighborhood.
Visit Jacksonville hopes Spring Break aids River City’s rebound
Read full article: Visit Jacksonville hopes Spring Break aids River City’s reboundJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Spring Break starts next week for many students, including those in Duval County. Visit Jacksonville told News4Jax it is looking forward to welcoming visitors to the River City. “Jacksonville’s not your typical Spring Break location. It’s more family trips and family-oriented than it is a bunch of college kids coming to town,” explained Michael Corrigan, president and CEO of Visit Jacksonville. “We anticipate a lot of people flocking to our beaches in the coming week.
‘Dashing Through Downtown’ scavenger hunt launches Monday
Read full article: ‘Dashing Through Downtown’ scavenger hunt launches MondayJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Starting Monday, you can take part in a QR code scavenger hunt and enter for chances to win prizes. Downtown Vision’s “Dashing Through Downtown” weeklong event aims to bring people to downtown Jacksonville. It’s subtly getting better, a little bit more traffic every day.”That is why Baumann is excited about “Dashing Through Downtown”. “We’re working hard to make the holidays a little brighter here in Downtown,” said Jake Gordon, Downtown Vision CEO. “Dashing Through Downtown” goes through Friday, December 18th, and participating is free.
JaxBest barbecue: Woodpeckers Backyard BBQ | River City Live
Read full article: JaxBest barbecue: Woodpeckers Backyard BBQ | River City LiveWhen I began my nomadic lifestyle, I had no idea there were so many flavors and styles when it comes to BBQ. I knew brisket, ribs, sausage and chicken. East Texas style. Hickory wood, ketchup based sauce and keep it moving.
Free family fun: Save big during ‘Kids Free November’
Read full article: Free family fun: Save big during ‘Kids Free November’JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Visit Jacksonville has once again partnered with the city’s top family attractions for Kids Free November, a special monthlong promotion that offers free admission and other discounted activities for children at local museums and attractions. During Kids Free November, family attractions in Jacksonville will offer free admission for up to five children under the age of 12 with each general adult admission purchased. Several of the participating attractions have other unique promotions available. "We want to assure them that Jacksonville’s tourism industry is back open and ready to safely welcome them to enjoy some much-needed family fun at our local businesses.”Jacksonville is also home to many free family attractions that are also participating in Kids Free November. To find more information on Kids Free November, explore all the offers and deals, and to read the fine print on this promotion, visit www.KidsFreeNovember.com.
Jacksonville Zoo offering free admission for kids in November
Read full article: Jacksonville Zoo offering free admission for kids in NovemberJACKSONVILLE, Fla. – This month is “Kids Free November” at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens! Up to five children will get free general admission to the Zoo with the purchase of an adult ticket, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens said. For a complete list of attractions offering deals for Kids Free November, click here. Guests must reserve their free kids tickets online, in advance at JacksonvilleZoo.org. General Admission tickets are free for children, up to 5 (ages 12 and under) with each adult.
Amelia Island Kayak Excursions voted JaxBest water sports rental
Read full article: Amelia Island Kayak Excursions voted JaxBest water sports rentalFERNANDINA BEACH, Fla – The Bullington Family made regular trips to the Jacksonville area because of their love for water adventures. They eventually moved here permanently and launched Amelia Island Kayak Excursions to share their passion with others. They have connected so well that you Our Local Experts voted them Jax Best Watersports Rental presented by Visit Jacksonville. They are based in Fernandina Beach, and they utilize launch spots all over the island. I made the short road trip to meet the family at one of their locations.
Jacksonville’s best historic neighborhood: Murray Hill
Read full article: Jacksonville’s best historic neighborhood: Murray HillSpend any amount of time wandering around Murray Hill and you’re bound to fall in love. But apparently we’re not wrong about that because so many of you voted it Jacksonville’s best historic neighborhood in 2020. It’s not hard to see why people love Murray Hill. You don’t have to go far to find entertainment: the Murray Hill Theatre sits right along the main drag. Whatever your interests, chances are you’ll find something to enjoy in Murray Hill.
RNC memo shows Jacksonville-area hotels where delegates will be staying
Read full article: RNC memo shows Jacksonville-area hotels where delegates will be stayingNow, News4Jax has obtained a memo from the RNC, which was sent to local hotels. It shows where all delegates from the different states will be staying and the areas of Northeast Florida that will be impacted. In all, 44 area hotels -- in locations that include downtown, the beaches, the Southside, Orange Park, St. Augustine and Amelia Island -- will be used. Visit Jacksonville has been working with hotels since it was first announced that the RNC will be coming to the River City. Remember that Visit Jacksonville is always looking out for the safety of the tourists that come to visit our city.
Counties pull together to secure 10K hotel rooms in 2 days for Republican Convention
Read full article: Counties pull together to secure 10K hotel rooms in 2 days for Republican ConventionJACKSONVILLE, Fla. Thousands of hotel rooms throughout Northeast Florida needed to be secured before the Republican National Convention heads to Jacksonville for President Trumps renomination speech. Clay, Duval, Flagler, Nassau and St. Johns counties pulled together to get the needed 10,000 rooms in just two days. If you had told me when the request first came in that we were going to be able to secure 10,000 hotel rooms, a written commitment for 10,000 hotel rooms in 48 hours, I wouldve said no way, Corrigan said. But thats exactly what the region did.RELATED: Jacksonville will host President Trumps GOP renomination conventionCorrigan said the task wasnt easy. With an inventory of 18,000 hotels rooms in Jacksonville, getting 10,000 rooms nights was quite difficult, Corrigan said.
Jacksonville ‘favorite’ for Republican convention
Read full article: Jacksonville ‘favorite’ for Republican convention“We are going to keep our convention of, the business of the convention in Charlotte. Jacksonville GOP Chairman Dean Black was every optimistic the convention with thousands of delegates, media and support staff might come here. Mayor Len Curry is a former chairperson of the state Republican Party, and the area is the home base of GOP Gov. The Party’s party could generate at least $100 million in revenues for the host city, perhaps more. The RNC said it expects about 20,000 people for the convention, and the head of Visit Jacksonville believes the city could handle the crowds.
Voting in newest round of Jax Best Competition
Read full article: Voting in newest round of Jax Best CompetitionVoting in newest round of Jax Best CompetitionPublished: May 11, 2020, 9:14 amWe need your help deciding on the newest round of Jax Best winners in our competition in partnership with Visit Jacksonville. To vote just go to our website, News4Jax.com.
FSU-Boise State game moves to Tallahassee due to Dorian
Read full article: FSU-Boise State game moves to Tallahassee due to DorianJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - This weekend's Florida State-Boise State football game has been moved to Tallahassee because of Hurricane Dorian, Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry announced Friday. Fans wishing to attend the game in the state capital can buy them for $10 each and can be purchased here. Curry said officials are working with Visit Jacksonville, the group in charge of promoting the city to tourists, to handle hotel cancellation fees. "This isn't about a weather event happening during a potential game, this is about the ability to move people," Curry said. The decision was made to relocate the game from what would have been a neutral field to Tallahassee after university officials spoke with Jacksonville officials and Gov.
First round winners announced in JaxBest 2019
Read full article: First round winners announced in JaxBest 2019We've been asking you where you like to eat, drink, play, and more with our JaxBest competition brought to you by Visit Jacksonville. We are excited to announce the first round of winners! Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
JaxBest: First round of winners announced!
Read full article: JaxBest: First round of winners announced!We've been asking you where you like to eat, drink, play, and more with our JaxBest competition brought to you by Visit Jacksonville. We are excited to announce the first round of winners! Here's what you picked for your favorite local spot to:Surf: Jacksonville Beach pierTake your dog: Julington Creek Animal WalkEnjoy a brew: SJ Brewing CompanyRent water sports equipment: Rip Tide Beach Services and ToursCharter a fishing boat: Team Buck RodgersSwing a club: Jacksonville Golf and Country ClubCatch an animal attraction: Catty Shack RanchSip some java: That Coffee Chic (also known as Sister's Coffee)See public art: Guido Van Helten's UnityWander a trail: Jacksonville Arboretum and GardensThe winners will visit The Morning Show and River City Live this week. Voting for our next round of JaxBest categories begins next week. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.
Duval County tax collector
Read full article: Duval County tax collectorDuval County tax collector is a countywide position and, despite party listed, the office is nonpartisan and will appear on all ballots. How can you help voters in a way that others running for this office cannot? This is not a political job, it's a complex administrative job. While the Tax Collector's Office is currently well run the challenge is to improve speed and customer satisfaction. He did a good job as the Tax Collector, motivating a professional staff to serve the taxpayers using his experience to run a fair and efficient office.