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🔒River City Guide: The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by attending these Jacksonville events!
Read full article: 🔒River City Guide: The best way to spread Christmas cheer is by attending these Jacksonville events!Here are some events that are making Northeast Florida shine this weekend.
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Keep the cheer flowing by protecting your plumbing during holiday celebrations
Read full article: Keep the cheer flowing by protecting your plumbing during holiday celebrationsCleaning up after a holiday meal with family and friends is no easy task. It can be tempting to dump food left on plates down the drain. But plumbers say that will lead to problems.
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How to avoid risky behavior of overindulging this holiday season
Read full article: How to avoid risky behavior of overindulging this holiday seasonMany of us know it can be easy to overindulge at holiday parties, especially when you’re catching up with family and friends, eating all kinds of delicious food, and the alcohol may be flowing freely too.
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Pastry chef Angela Tumey shares cookie baking ‘doughs’ & don’ts for success
Read full article: Pastry chef Angela Tumey shares cookie baking ‘doughs’ & don’ts for successBaking during the holidays can often feel overwhelming, but with the right techniques, you can create delicious treats without the stress.
Tech gift guide: Finding the perfect gift for the techie in your life
Read full article: Tech gift guide: Finding the perfect gift for the techie in your lifeIf you haven’t finished your shopping yet, you’re in luck — the tech experts at Consumer Reports are sharing some advice for gifting gadgets and their favorite tech picks this holiday season.
Consumer Reports staff shares kitchen gift guide
Read full article: Consumer Reports staff shares kitchen gift guideThe experts at Consumer Reports culled together a list of some of their favorite cooking and kitchen gadgets — just in time for gifting or rounding out your own kitchen for the holidays.
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Holiday shipping deadlines are looming; When carriers say to get your gifts in the mail
Read full article: Holiday shipping deadlines are looming; When carriers say to get your gifts in the mailMail carriers are preparing for a busy holiday shipping season. Several major carriers published their holiday calendar on when to get items in the mail.
Half of consumers still carry debt from last year’s holiday shopping. How a Yulee woman was able to pay off $40K
Read full article: Half of consumers still carry debt from last year’s holiday shopping. How a Yulee woman was able to pay off $40KThe holiday season is a time of giving, but for many Americans, it’s also a time of spending—and that can lead to a heavy financial burden.
JEA volunteers assemble hundreds of bikes ahead of Salvation Army Angel Tree distribution
Read full article: JEA volunteers assemble hundreds of bikes ahead of Salvation Army Angel Tree distributionHundreds of kids in Duval County are going to have a bike this Christmas as a part of Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program.
Most crowded holiday destinations revealed, including a Florida favorite
Read full article: Most crowded holiday destinations revealed, including a Florida favoriteWhile many may be heading “over the river and through the woods” to grandma’s house for the holidays, plenty of families prefer to venture away from home to see festive sights.
Holiday Help: Tasty, easy appetizers to bring to your holiday party
Read full article: Holiday Help: Tasty, easy appetizers to bring to your holiday partyIf you have a holiday party coming up but don’t know what to bring, we have you covered. We are helping you stress less when it comes to bringing an appetizer.
3 recent cases in Bunnell highlight need to protect your holiday season from scammers' tricks
Read full article: 3 recent cases in Bunnell highlight need to protect your holiday season from scammers' tricksThe holiday season is time for joy and generosity, but it’s also when scammers try to exploit unsuspecting victims. The Bunnell Police Department is urging residents to stay vigilant and protect themselves from becoming targets of fraud.
Girvin Road lights bring out holiday spirit but visitors should beware of a Groupon scam
Read full article: Girvin Road lights bring out holiday spirit but visitors should beware of a Groupon scamA Groupon made its way around claiming to provide 30% off for purchasers to drive through and see the lights. The only problem is that the road is free to drive on.
Toys to avoid for your little ones for the holidays
Read full article: Toys to avoid for your little ones for the holidaysReports show nearly 155,000 children under the age of 12 were treated at emergency departments last year due to toy-related injuries. So, how can parents keep their little ones safe?
‘Made by children, inspired by children and sold by children’: Children and Teens set up shop for annual holiday market
Read full article: ‘Made by children, inspired by children and sold by children’: Children and Teens set up shop for annual holiday marketThe Holiday Kidz Entrepreneurial Market is having its 6th annual holiday market. Children and teenagers aged 4-17 will set up shop at the Tringali Barn in St. Augustine.
A mother and her unborn twins died just after Thanksgiving. Now the family is rallying for the surviving children
Read full article: A mother and her unborn twins died just after Thanksgiving. Now the family is rallying for the surviving childrenA family is looking to turn the holidays around for two children after their mother and siblings died.
‘It’s a leg!' Neptune Beach man honors beloved movie ‘A Christmas Story’ with 20-foot replica of iconic lamp
Read full article: ‘It’s a leg!' Neptune Beach man honors beloved movie ‘A Christmas Story’ with 20-foot replica of iconic lampA Neptune Beach man stepped up his holiday decorating game by honoring a holiday movie classic: “A Christmas Story.”
Jax local businesses say don’t forget to shop mom-and-pop this holiday season
Read full article: Jax local businesses say don’t forget to shop mom-and-pop this holiday seasonAs the holiday shopping season kicks off, local businesses in Duval County want the community to remember the mom and pops when shopping this holiday season.
‘True angels’: Local cancer patients thankful for Thanksgiving grocery boxes from Pink Ribbon, Blue Skies Foundation
Read full article: ‘True angels’: Local cancer patients thankful for Thanksgiving grocery boxes from Pink Ribbon, Blue Skies FoundationThis Thanksgiving more than a dozen families of cancer patients are thankful they can put food on the table with help from a local foundation.
Here’s where you can buy, chop down a real Christmas tree in Northeast Florida
Read full article: Here’s where you can buy, chop down a real Christmas tree in Northeast FloridaThe day after Thanksgiving marks the start of a cherished tradition for many families: chopping down or buying a real Christmas tree.
Handmade holiday gifts, upcycled décor at Jacksonville’s Cool Stuff Vintage Upcycling classes
Read full article: Handmade holiday gifts, upcycled décor at Jacksonville’s Cool Stuff Vintage Upcycling classesThe holidays are a wonderful time to give thoughtful, handmade gifts that show your loved ones how much you care.
From turkey to gravy and all the sides in between: Thanksgiving on The Morning Show is a feast-worthy scene
Read full article: From turkey to gravy and all the sides in between: Thanksgiving on The Morning Show is a feast-worthy sceneIt’s an annual tradition on The Morning Show: We make a Thanksgiving dinner from beginning to end live throughout the morning. So join us for all the fun on Tuesday!
Hubbard House needs donations for the holidays. Here’s how you can help domestic violence survivors
Read full article: Hubbard House needs donations for the holidays. Here’s how you can help domestic violence survivorsHubbard House needs your help to make the 2024 holiday season special for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
One red lightbulb shines among millions during St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights. Here’s the heartwarming story behind it
Read full article: One red lightbulb shines among millions during St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights. Here’s the heartwarming story behind itApproximately 3 million white lightbulbs illuminate the streets of St. Augustine every year during the Nights of Lights holiday event. But what many people don’t know, is that there is one red lightbulb shining among those bright white ones.
Season’s cheatings: Holiday scams to avoid
Read full article: Season’s cheatings: Holiday scams to avoidSeventy-five percent of Americans fell victim to holiday scams last year, with online shopping and non-delivery scams accounting for a significant portion of the over $281 million lost, or should we say stolen.
‘We want families to be safe’: Red Cross issuing tips to keep the holidays out of harm’s way
Read full article: ‘We want families to be safe’: Red Cross issuing tips to keep the holidays out of harm’s wayIt’s a time of year when families get adventurous in the kitchen and those cool temperatures call for the heater. But if people aren’t careful things could light up fast.
Jacksonville airport officials showcase prohibited items, share tips for Thanksgiving travelers
Read full article: Jacksonville airport officials showcase prohibited items, share tips for Thanksgiving travelersRepresentatives from the Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) will showcase prohibited items and share travel tips for passengers ahead of Thanksgiving.
St. Augustine businesses ready to shine during Nights of Lights, say it brings ‘half or more of the year’s revenue’
Read full article: St. Augustine businesses ready to shine during Nights of Lights, say it brings ‘half or more of the year’s revenue’St. Augustine is ready to shine as the Nights of Lights celebration is set to kick off Saturday evening.
Stress-less Thanksgiving: How to make the best homemade pie crust, blueberry pie
Read full article: Stress-less Thanksgiving: How to make the best homemade pie crust, blueberry pieAll this week and next, we are bringing you stories we hope will help you stress less this Thanksgiving. We want to help you elevate your dessert bar this holiday.
Bedazzling Nights of Lights returns to St. Augustine for its 31st year this Saturday
Read full article: Bedazzling Nights of Lights returns to St. Augustine for its 31st year this SaturdayThe 30th Annual Nights of Lights returns to St. Augustine on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, and will be brightly lit for all to see through Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025.
How to make sure you stay safe & healthy while prepping your holiday meal
Read full article: How to make sure you stay safe & healthy while prepping your holiday mealOne thing you don’t want to bring to the holiday table is food poisoning. Consumer Reports reveals the one thing many of us get wrong that could make our guests seriously sick.
Full fridge for the holidays? Consumer Reports explains how to make room for everything
Read full article: Full fridge for the holidays? Consumer Reports explains how to make room for everythingFor many of us, November and December are packed with fabulous family meals. Also packed: Our fridges and freezers. How do you make room for everything? As Consumer Reports explains, it all starts with a good strategy and planning ahead of time.
River City Plus: Making Italian rainbow cookies for the holidays.
Read full article: River City Plus: Making Italian rainbow cookies for the holidays.Alaina is originally from New York and has been residing in Jacksonville since 2022. She comes from a large Italian family, where her mother is known for making homemade Italian cookies, such as rainbow cookies, biscottis and cream puffs. These desserts have always been a centerpiece for family gatherings after a nice Sunday dinner or during the holidays. Since moving to Jacksonville, Alaina has found herself missing her mother’s baked cookies.
2024 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide for Floridians: Things you should know to enjoy a scam-free holiday
Read full article: 2024 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide for Floridians: Things you should know to enjoy a scam-free holidayAttorney General Moody released the 2024 Holiday Consumer Protection Guide for Floridians which contains information about scammers, shopping schemes, and cyber scams.
BEAM faces shortage as 700 families seek Thanksgiving aid. Here’s how you can help
Read full article: BEAM faces shortage as 700 families seek Thanksgiving aid. Here’s how you can helpWith two weeks until Thanksgiving, 700 families are requesting meals from BEAM and right now it only has enough food donations to provide half of those requests.
The biggest culprit of Thanksgiving food poisoning is the turkey: Here’s how you can make sure it’s safe
Read full article: The biggest culprit of Thanksgiving food poisoning is the turkey: Here’s how you can make sure it’s safeFood-borne diseases cause roughly 1 in 6 Americans to get sick each year, and on Thanksgiving, the biggest culprit for food poisoning comes from the turkey.
It’s Red Cup Day at Starbucks: How to get yours
Read full article: It’s Red Cup Day at Starbucks: How to get yoursThe holiday season is here at Starbucks. Today you can get the famous reusable red cup. You can order any size of a handcrafted holiday drink - hot, iced, or blended- and you’ll receive a free grande (16 ounce) Starbucks reusable cup while supplies last.
Positively JAX: Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville
Read full article: Positively JAX: Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in JacksonvilleYou can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by donating to the City Rescue Mission’s Annual Shoeboxes of Love project through Nov. 25.
Show off your Halloween costumes, decorations and carved pumpkins on SnapJAX 🎃📸
Read full article: Show off your Halloween costumes, decorations and carved pumpkins on SnapJAX 🎃📸As we approach the weekend before Halloween, we know many individuals will be taking part in events, parties and more to get into the spooky spirit.
Clay County Fire Rescue offers tips for keeping families and pets safe during National Fire Prevention Month
Read full article: Clay County Fire Rescue offers tips for keeping families and pets safe during National Fire Prevention MonthThis month, Clay County Fire Rescue is offering tips on the dangers of fire hazards and how to prevent them. October is National Fire Prevention Month.
Clay County residents share warning to keep pets safe ahead of Fourth of July weekend, summer
Read full article: Clay County residents share warning to keep pets safe ahead of Fourth of July weekend, summerIt can be easy to feed pets food with cookouts going on for the holiday, but it is important to keep in mind what foods are unsafe for them to try.
Sound off 📣: How do you feel about the publicly-owned utility, JEA, spending $72,000 on a holiday party?
Read full article: Sound off 📣: How do you feel about the publicly-owned utility, JEA, spending $72,000 on a holiday party?JEA, the publicly-owned utility, recently spent $72,000 on a lavish holiday party for its employees at the Florida Theater.
These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrations
Read full article: These sobering St. Patrick’s Day facts give reason to be cautious during weekend celebrationsA tradition of consuming food and alcohol was born as a way to pay tribute to St. Patrick’s life and take a day break from abstaining from certain foods and alcohol during Lent.
Behind-the-scenes with local florist Kuhn Flowers on their biggest holiday of the year
Read full article: Behind-the-scenes with local florist Kuhn Flowers on their biggest holiday of the yearOne local florist, Kuhn Flowers, will make more than 5,000 deliveries for Valentine’s Day, not to mention the hundreds of people who came into the store to grab a bouquet.
Does your county collect garbage on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Read full article: Does your county collect garbage on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?Most counties collect garbage on a normal schedule on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but a handful will have delayed pick-ups for the week following the Jan. 15 holiday.
Feeling some regret about buy now, pay later holiday gifts? Consumer Reports is here to help
Read full article: Feeling some regret about buy now, pay later holiday gifts? Consumer Reports is here to helpSo Consumer Reports is here to make sense of buy now, pay later short-term loans with important advice on how to dodge costly fees and what to do next time.
Deck The Chairs announces winners from 2023 holiday display contest
Read full article: Deck The Chairs announces winners from 2023 holiday display contestDeck The Chairs organizers said despite multiple days impacted by weather, the holiday display event drew record crowds for its 11th season in Jacksonville Beach.
Logging off social media in the New Year could be a mentally healthy resolution
Read full article: Logging off social media in the New Year could be a mentally healthy resolutionIf you’re tired of the same old New Year’s resolutions, like working out more or trying to lose weight, we’ve got another idea for you. How about trying a social media detox?
It’s trivia time: Test your New Year’s Eve knowledge with this fun quiz
Read full article: It’s trivia time: Test your New Year’s Eve knowledge with this fun quizYou might think you know everything there is to know about New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, but there’s actually some cool history behind the big days.