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Eco Education, music and more!!
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Florida Fin Fest 2025 Returns to Seawalk Pavilion: Bigger, Better, and Greener

Read full article: Florida Fin Fest 2025 Returns to Seawalk Pavilion: Bigger, Better, and Greener
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Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part I

Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part I
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Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part II

Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 1: The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement - Part II
Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History | The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day
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The Eyes of the World: Experience the Final Months of WWII Through Music, Film, and History

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The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital is proud to present The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. This extraordinary, one-night-only event will benefit Wolfson Children’s Hospital, making it an unforgettable evening of history, music, and purpose.

Get moving, meet new friends and enjoy Jacksonville!
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904 Walk Club gets members moving across the First Coast

Read full article: 904 Walk Club gets members moving across the First Coast

Jacksonville’s 904 Walk Club is bringing people together for fun, fitness, and friendship. Founded by Hakim and Troy, the club encourages everyone to get outside, explore the city, and enjoy walking in a welcoming group.

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Introducing ‘Voices of the 904,’ a new series telling the stories of people changing Jacksonville’s social scene

Read full article: Introducing ‘Voices of the 904,’ a new series telling the stories of people changing Jacksonville’s social scene

“Voices of the 904″ is here. It’s News4JAX’s latest digital series showcasing the stories of under-the-radar movers and shakers in the 904.

Split Happens explores how alimony works, why it’s not always permanent, and how both parties can navigate financial stress with confidence
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Facing divorce stress? Ep. 3 of Split Happens breaks down alimony and financial fears

Read full article: Facing divorce stress? Ep. 3 of Split Happens breaks down alimony and financial fears

Split Happens is more than just legal talk—it’s a safe space to get informed, feel seen, and take control of what’s next. Whether you’re in the middle of a split or just preparing for possibilities, this podcast brings clarity to the chaos. Split Happens is the official podcast of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, a Jacksonville, Florida–based law firm specializing in divorce and family law.

Miss Florida, Paris Richardson, is the second up in the Miss America pageant

Paris Richardson, representing Florida, makes top 5 in Miss America pageant

Read full article: Paris Richardson, representing Florida, makes top 5 in Miss America pageant

Jacksonville native 23-year-old Paris Richardson hit the stage last night representing Florida in the Miss America pageant, taking home the second runner-up title.

Wounded Warrior Project offers surf camps for veterans

Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and support

Read full article: Healing on the water: How one veteran found peace through surfing and support

For Navy and Army veteran Leslie De La Serna, the toughest battles didn’t end in Afghanistan — they began when he got home. Now the Wounded Warrior Project is helping him heal those wounds.

904 Day: Facts, places, events that really put Jacksonville on the map

Share your favorite spots: Celebrate the rich history of the River City with 904 Day in Jacksonville

Read full article: Share your favorite spots: Celebrate the rich history of the River City with 904 Day in Jacksonville

Sept. 4 in Jacksonville is known as 904 Day, a day named after our area code (904, of course) that really makes you want to scream “DUUUVAL!”

Clay County Touch a Truck What Moves Event

Touch a Truck event returns to Clay County on Saturday

Read full article: Touch a Truck event returns to Clay County on Saturday

You can bring the whole family to the Clay County Fairgrounds on Saturday for the free “Touch a Truck: What Moves Clay…” event.

With a near-perfect 4.98-star rating, the PRCH continues to charm visitors

St. Augustine’s Prince Road Container House ranks in top 5% of US Airbnbs

Read full article: St. Augustine’s Prince Road Container House ranks in top 5% of US Airbnbs

The Prince Road Container House currently holds a near-perfect 4.98-star Airbnb rating, solidifying its place as both a destination and a work of art.

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JSO shares warning for families after 5-year-old’s solo adventure to Chick-fil-A

Read full article: JSO shares warning for families after 5-year-old’s solo adventure to Chick-fil-A

JSO shared a video on social media of the case from a few weeks ago, where a 5-year-old boy named William wandered away from home and made his way to Chick-fil-A on his own.

High-speed internet provider Sparklight® is hosting a Dog Days of Summer Pet Supply Drive to benefit the Humane Society of Camden County (HSCC).

Dog Days of Summer Pet Supply Drive to support Humane Society of Camden County

Read full article: Dog Days of Summer Pet Supply Drive to support Humane Society of Camden County

Donations are being collected weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.), now through Friday, Sept. 19, at Sparklight’s retail location at 220 E. King Ave. in Kingsland.

News4JAX's Melanie Lawson was honored at the 2025 Ken Knight Awards.

News4JAX’s Melanie Lawson, Erik Avanier honored at Ken Knight Awards for making a difference in Jacksonville

Read full article: News4JAX’s Melanie Lawson, Erik Avanier honored at Ken Knight Awards for making a difference in Jacksonville

The Ken Knight Awards is bringing a night of Black excellence and celebration for the Jacksonville media professionals making a difference in the community.

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Positively JAX: The KING Foundation offers guidance, grace to children facing loss

Read full article: Positively JAX: The KING Foundation offers guidance, grace to children facing loss

Jacksonville nonprofit The KING Foundation is making a powerful difference for children who have lost a parent. Founded by Ciara Quaintance after the death of her son King’s father, the organization provides vital support to young lives changed in an instant.

News4JAX partners with 1010 XL for Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+
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News4JAX partners with 1010 XL for Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+

Read full article: News4JAX partners with 1010 XL for Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+

News4JAX is proud to announce a new partnership with 1010 XL 92.5 FM Jacksonville Sports Radio for a brand-new streaming show: Friday Night Lights on News4JAX+.

2023 Ken Knights Awards

Ken Knight Awards honor Black media professionals making a difference in Jacksonville

Read full article: Ken Knight Awards honor Black media professionals making a difference in Jacksonville

The Ken Knight Awards is bringing a night of Black excellence and celebration for the Jacksonville media professionals making a difference in the community.

Labor Day Weekend with the Shrimp: Honey Drippers Weekend, Military Appreciation Night, Swiftie Night & Fireworks - 2025

Labor Day Weekend with the Shrimp: Honey Drippers Weekend, Military Appreciation Night, Swiftie Night & Fireworks

Read full article: Labor Day Weekend with the Shrimp: Honey Drippers Weekend, Military Appreciation Night, Swiftie Night & Fireworks

Whether it’s Thirsty Thursday, a Taylor Swift sing-along, or SouthPaw’s big birthday, this Labor Day weekend is the perfect chance for fans to celebrate summer with the Jumbo Shrimp — and gear up for a historic playoff run in Jacksonville.

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Habitat for Humanity, JFRD join forces to build affordable homes in remembrance of 9/11

Read full article: Habitat for Humanity, JFRD join forces to build affordable homes in remembrance of 9/11
904 Day: Facts, places, events that really put Jacksonville on the map

Share your favorite spots: Celebrate the rich history of the River City with 904 Day in Jacksonville

Read full article: Share your favorite spots: Celebrate the rich history of the River City with 904 Day in Jacksonville
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Positively JAX: The KING Foundation offers guidance, grace to children facing loss

Read full article: Positively JAX: The KING Foundation offers guidance, grace to children facing loss
Kitchen fire, termites, failed pipes forced disabled Marine Sgt. Roy Wilbur out of his home

Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again

Read full article: Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again
Video shows heartwarming moment when Royalty Auto Service owner surprised Annette Morales with the news

‘An answer to prayer’: Georgia auto shop surprises struggling single mother with $160K after bringing car in for repairs

Read full article: ‘An answer to prayer’: Georgia auto shop surprises struggling single mother with $160K after bringing car in for repairs
‘I Walk to Save Lives’: Join the 2025 First Coast Heart Walk and Help Build a Nation of Lifesavers

‘I Walk to Save Lives’: Join News4JAX at the 2025 First Coast Heart Walk and Help Build a Nation of Lifesavers

Read full article: ‘I Walk to Save Lives’: Join News4JAX at the 2025 First Coast Heart Walk and Help Build a Nation of Lifesavers
Kitchen fire, termites, failed pipes forced disabled Marine Sgt. Roy Wilbur out of his home

Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again

Read full article: Veteran moves back into St. Augustine home after getting help from local groups who made it livable again

After a difficult year, disabled Marine veteran Sgt. Roy Wilbur is excited to sleep in his own bed and cook in his new kitchen.

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Redevelopment efforts transform eyesores along Arlington Expressway, breathe new life into Jacksonville community

Read full article: Redevelopment efforts transform eyesores along Arlington Expressway, breathe new life into Jacksonville community

The Arlington Expressway, Downtown Jacksonville’s connection to East Arlington, has long been associated with blight due to old, abandoned office buildings. However, recent redevelopment efforts are bringing new hope to the neighborhood.

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Arlington’s Rattlesnake Conservancy transforms fear into understanding through hands-on training

Read full article: Arlington’s Rattlesnake Conservancy transforms fear into understanding through hands-on training

At Tree Hill Nature Center, The Rattlesnake Conservancy transforms fear into understanding through hands-on training, teaching hundreds annually to safely handle these misunderstood creatures while advocating for their vital role in Florida's ecosystem.

Jacksonville University

Jacksonville University: An educational anchor with rich history in the Arlington community

Read full article: Jacksonville University: An educational anchor with rich history in the Arlington community

Jacksonville University has been part of the city’s story for more than 90 years. Founded in 1934 during the Great Depression, the private university has grown from a small two-year college downtown into a thriving campus on the banks of the St. Johns River.

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College Park brings Winn-Dixie, homegrown shops to revived Arlington hub

Read full article: College Park brings Winn-Dixie, homegrown shops to revived Arlington hub

JWB Real Estate Capital has invested more than $20 million to transform the former Town and Country Shopping Center off Arlington Expressway and University Boulevard.

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Jacksonville University programs take flight, drive innovation, and train the next generation

Read full article: Jacksonville University programs take flight, drive innovation, and train the next generation

Jacksonville University is growing — and three of its signature programs show how the school is preparing students for the careers of tomorrow. From science and technology to aviation and healthcare, JU leaders say the university is aligning with community needs and industry demand.

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The Regency Mall: Once an Arlington retail giant, this landmark is now headed toward a new horizon

Read full article: The Regency Mall: Once an Arlington retail giant, this landmark is now headed toward a new horizon

Once a bustling retail hub and social hotspot, Arlington’s Regency Square Mall now stands as a shadow of its former self. But city leaders and developers are looking toward a future that could bring new life to the aging property.

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Arlington rowing club still dedicated to youth competition decades later

Read full article: Arlington rowing club still dedicated to youth competition decades later

The First Coast Rowing Club is the only public crew team to offer youth rowing in the Arlington neighborhood and has been going strong for 35 years.

Historic Jacksonville studio gave Black actors leading roles long before Hollywood caught up

Jacksonville’s Norman Studios preserves legacy of early Black cinema

Read full article: Jacksonville’s Norman Studios preserves legacy of early Black cinema

Long before Hollywood embraced diversity, Jacksonville’s Norman Studios was breaking barriers with “race films” that cast Black actors in heroic, leading roles. Now a historical film museum, the studio preserves a powerful and often-overlooked legacy.

Kona skatepark

Arlington’s claim to fame: Home to Kona, the nation’s oldest skate park

Read full article: Arlington’s claim to fame: Home to Kona, the nation’s oldest skate park

Arlington is known for a lot of things — some expected, and some that might surprise you. One of its most unique claims to fame? Housing the oldest operating skate park in the country.

Uncover the past, present, and future of the botanical gardens, where nature thrives

Discover serenity at the Jacksonville Arboretum: A hidden oasis amid Arlington’s urban hustle

Read full article: Discover serenity at the Jacksonville Arboretum: A hidden oasis amid Arlington’s urban hustle

The Jacksonville Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is a place where you can disappear from the hustle and bustle of the neighborhoods and businesses that you traditionally think of in Arlington.

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From recreation to property values: How the St. Johns River shapes life in Arlington

Read full article: From recreation to property values: How the St. Johns River shapes life in Arlington

The St. Johns River has always been the heart of Jacksonville. In Arlington, it’s more than just a scenic view — it’s part of the community’s identity, shaping property values, recreation, and even the neighborhood’s future.

Exhibit pays tribute to short-lived French colony in 16th century Florida

‘Dangerously close to the river’: Relocation plans underway for Fort Caroline National Memorial to combat flooding

Read full article: ‘Dangerously close to the river’: Relocation plans underway for Fort Caroline National Memorial to combat flooding

As part of our “4 Your Neighborhood” coverage in the Arlington area, News4JAX is highlighting efforts to protect a local gem: The Fort Caroline National Memorial.

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From silence to success, The Jericho School empowers students with autism

Read full article: From silence to success, The Jericho School empowers students with autism

News4JAX took a tour of The Jericho School in Arlington to see how it helps children across the autism spectrum thrive and find their voices.

Discover how Ms. Norma’s dedication and the Sheik’s family values have made them Jacksonville staples for decades

Meet Ms. Norma: The 80-year-old longtime employee who embodies the spirit of Jacksonville’s beloved Sheik restaurant

Read full article: Meet Ms. Norma: The 80-year-old longtime employee who embodies the spirit of Jacksonville’s beloved Sheik restaurant

Norma Smithen, the always smiling, always laughing, never-has-a-bad-day employee, has been serving customers at the Sheik location in Arlington since September 1983.

The River City Guide delivers a curated list of the hottest weekend events—ranging from live music and arts happenings to community gatherings and themed social experiences.
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🔒 Your River City Guide to Jacksonville’s Can’t-Miss Weekend: Sept. 12–14

Read full article: 🔒 Your River City Guide to Jacksonville’s Can’t-Miss Weekend: Sept. 12–14

Hey, Jacksonville! Check out these awesome events happening around Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

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What the cluck? Want to learn how to start your own chicken farm? Here’s how

Read full article: What the cluck? Want to learn how to start your own chicken farm? Here’s how

From scrambled eggs to Sunday roasts, more families are trading fluorescent aisles and rising food costs for fresh, homegrown alternatives—starting with chickens.

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TELL US: Do you know a local Hispanic-owned business that deserves recognition?

Read full article: TELL US: Do you know a local Hispanic-owned business that deserves recognition?

As part of our Hispanic Heritage Month coverage, News4JAX wants to recognize those in the Hispanic community locally who own businesses!

Volunteers at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park

Volunteers needed to clean up Hanna Park after Labor Day

Read full article: Volunteers needed to clean up Hanna Park after Labor Day

Timucuan Parks Foundation and JaxParks are asking volunteers to join them at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park to clean up after the busy Labor Day weekend.

The Salvation Army will open a cold weather shelter in Ocala this weekend as the cold front heads toward Central Florida.

Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds gifts $300K to The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida

Read full article: Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds gifts $300K to The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida

The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida has received a $300,000 grant from the Delores Barr Weaver Legacy Funds to support both the Red Shield Lodge for women and families and Hopes Crossing for men.

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