Residents from all over step up to help build Brantley County community back up
Read full article: Residents from all over step up to help build Brantley County community back upPeople from all across the area showed up at News4JAX on Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. to donate supplies for wildfire victims in Brantley County.
‘It’s a lot of fun’: Episcopal school teacher draws millions of views online with percussion covers
Read full article: ‘It’s a lot of fun’: Episcopal school teacher draws millions of views online with percussion coversGreg Hersey, director of instrumental music at Episcopal School of Jacksonville, has gone viral for his percussive covers of popular songs, racking up millions of views and more than half a million followers on Instagram.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connection
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connectionOn "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city.
Local nonprofit wants to be sure veterans are ‘Here Tomorrow’ by offering confidential mental health program
Read full article: Local nonprofit wants to be sure veterans are ‘Here Tomorrow’ by offering confidential mental health program"Here Tomorrow," a Neptune Beach-based nonprofit focused on suicide prevention, recently launched a program specifically designed to serve military members and first responders struggling with mental health — free from stigma and with full confidentiality guaranteed.
News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victims
Read full article: News4JAX hosts donation drive at Channel 4 to support Brantley County wildfire victimsNews4JAX is hosting a Positively JAX donation drive this Friday to support families impacted by the devastating wildfire in Brantley County, where dozens of homes were destroyed in recent weeks.
Jumbo Shrimp host Mother’s Day weekend at VyStar Ballpark
Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp host Mother’s Day weekend at VyStar BallparkJacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are bringing a full week of themed nights, food specials and family-friendly promotions to VyStar Ballpark as they face the Charlotte Knights from May 5–10.
Help on the Homefront: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit Union
Read full article: Help on the Homefront: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit UnionNews4JAX is honoring Military Appreciation Month with Help on the Home Front, a community-driven campaign in partnership with the USO and presenting sponsor Navy Federal Credit Union.
A wish come true: 6-year-old living with congenital heart failure gets to meet Savannah Bananas
Read full article: A wish come true: 6-year-old living with congenital heart failure gets to meet Savannah BananasA 6-year-old from Palm Coast who has lived with congenital heart disease his entire life is getting the experience of a lifetime — and it involves a lot of dancing, baseball and yellow.
‘Momentum is undeniable’: Report finds major residential, development & tourism growth for Downtown Jacksonville in 2025
Read full article: ‘Momentum is undeniable’: Report finds major residential, development & tourism growth for Downtown Jacksonville in 2025Downtown Jacksonville continues to see significant growth in residents, development, and visitation, with more than 9,000 people now living downtown and $7 billion in projects planned or underway, according to the 2025 State of Downtown Report from Downtown Vision, Inc.
Do you or a loved one rely on Medicare? Don’t miss this town hall on preventing fraud
Read full article: Do you or a loved one rely on Medicare? Don’t miss this town hall on preventing fraudA free town hall on Thursday in Jacksonville will bring together several agencies and experts to help those with Medicare spot and prevent possible fraud.
Woman shares emotional moment when News4JAX report revealed her grandson’s gravestone had survived wildfire
Read full article: Woman shares emotional moment when News4JAX report revealed her grandson’s gravestone had survived wildfireA Brantley County woman on her way to see what was left of her property stopped to share her story with News4JAX reporter Briana Brownlee. A report Brownlee shared last week revealed that the gravestone of the woman's grandson had survived the fire unscathed, bringing relief to her daughter in Atlanta.
Want to help families affected by wildfires? Here’s how to be sure that fundraiser is real
Read full article: Want to help families affected by wildfires? Here’s how to be sure that fundraiser is realAs community members across the Southeast rally to help families affected by the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, officials have acknowledged concerns about possible scams popping up.
Positively JAX winner: Chris Shee uses success to serve others
Read full article: Positively JAX winner: Chris Shee uses success to serve othersChris Shee, founder of MasterCraft Builder Group, is being recognized for using his success, resources and community connections to make a real impact across Northeast Florida — especially for women, children and young people in need.
Help on the Homefront: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit Union
Read full article: Help on the Homefront: News4JAX launches campaign for Military Appreciation Month with USO, Navy Federal Credit UnionNews4JAX is honoring Military Appreciation Month with Help on the Home Front, a community-driven campaign in partnership with the USO and presenting sponsor Navy Federal Credit Union.
Family saves more than a dozen animals, loses home to fast-moving Brantley County wildfire
Read full article: Family saves more than a dozen animals, loses home to fast-moving Brantley County wildfireAnna and Dennis Dudek and their four children managed to save 10 dogs, some lizards and a hermit crab from the Brantley County fire before their home was all but leveled by the blaze.
🔒River City Guide: Sun, fun & May has begun: Weekend Events You’ll Love From May 14 - 17
Read full article: 🔒River City Guide: Sun, fun & May has begun: Weekend Events You’ll Love From May 14 - 17Hey, Jacksonville! Check out these awesome events happening around Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 4: His path planted the seeds to turn grief into growth in Jacksonville
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 4: His path planted the seeds to turn grief into growth in JacksonvilleOn this episode of Voices of the 904, Wade Lee Richards shares how a season of grief led him to find healing through plants—transforming his life and career. Now the lead gardener at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, he uses gardening to foster community, promote wellness, and inspire growth through life’s challenges.
Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save it
Read full article: Decades of missed inspections left a Jacksonville halfway house facing costly repairs. The community rallied to save itA News4JAX I-TEAM investigation into a decades-long oversight at a local recovery program has prompted a wave of community support, helping keep the organization afloat as it works to meet costly safety requirements.
Are you ready for hurricane season or other emergencies? City hosts JaxReady Fest to share important info & more
Read full article: Are you ready for hurricane season or other emergencies? City hosts JaxReady Fest to share important info & moreCommunity members are getting hands-on training and safety tips on Friday at JaxReady Fest at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.
‘I’m just overwhelmed’: Local nonprofit helps disabled Army veteran, fiancée become homeowners in Green Cove Springs
Read full article: ‘I’m just overwhelmed’: Local nonprofit helps disabled Army veteran, fiancée become homeowners in Green Cove SpringsSteve Mays received the keys to a brand-new, mortgage-free home in Green Cove Springs through Operation Lifeline, a local nonprofit dedicated to providing affordable housing for veterans. Community leaders, along with Steve and Shirley, gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the home Thursday morning.
Score a free Jumbo Shrimp replica jersey this Saturday — here’s how to get one
Read full article: Score a free Jumbo Shrimp replica jersey this Saturday — here’s how to get oneJacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are back at VyStar Ballpark this week with a full slate of themed nights, giveaways and family-friendly promotions as they take on the Charlotte Knights from April 14–19.
‘Only one way in and out’: Vilano Beach residents raise traffic, safety concerns at St. Johns County meeting
Read full article: ‘Only one way in and out’: Vilano Beach residents raise traffic, safety concerns at St. Johns County meetingVilano Beach residents turned out in large numbers to a St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners meeting on April 7, sharing concerns about traffic congestion and public safety in their community.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 3: She had the idea. He had the support. Together, they created Jacksonville’s largest film fest
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 3: She had the idea. He had the support. Together, they created Jacksonville’s largest film festMonique and Adam Madrid share how a simple idea for a comedy festival grew into the LOL Jax Film Festival, now Jacksonville’s largest local film and comedy festival. On "Voices of the 904," the duo reflects on building a platform that connects filmmakers, comedians, musicians, and creatives while advocating for stronger support and recognition for Jacksonville’s growing film industry.
Positively JAX: Local charity Waste Not Want Not rescues food to keep families fed
Read full article: Positively JAX: Local charity Waste Not Want Not rescues food to keep families fedThis month’s Positively JAX winner, Waste Not Want Not, is proving that a simple idea can create a powerful impact across an entire community.
4 Your Service: CSX employees stuff 500 ‘buddy bears’ for military children at Mayport Elementary
Read full article: 4 Your Service: CSX employees stuff 500 ‘buddy bears’ for military children at Mayport ElementaryFrom long deployments to frequent moves and constant uncertainty, military children carry burdens that often go unnoticed. But CSX employees in Jacksonville are doing something to lighten those emotional burdens for military children by stuffing more than 500 “buddy bears”for students at Mayport Elementary School.
Jumbo Shrimp unveil new Jax Ballpark Pass, offering season-long access starting at $99
Read full article: Jumbo Shrimp unveil new Jax Ballpark Pass, offering season-long access starting at $99The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are introducing a new way for fans to experience the 2026 season, and it’s designed with affordability and flexibility in mind.
Duval County schools open doors to showcase career, technology programs after TikTok petition
Read full article: Duval County schools open doors to showcase career, technology programs after TikTok petitionJason Goodrich started an online petition calling for expanded trade programs in Duval County schools. District leaders have since invited News4JAX to tour their career and technology campuses for a firsthand look at what is already available to students.
From seeds to peacocks: A Clay County family turns homesteading into a business
Read full article: From seeds to peacocks: A Clay County family turns homesteading into a businessFrom goats to peacocks, a hobby-turned-homestead in Keystone Heights raises a lively mix of animals and sells what they produce.
Clay County Historical Society celebrates 60th anniversary, with return of Railroad Festival after more than 15 years
Read full article: Clay County Historical Society celebrates 60th anniversary, with return of Railroad Festival after more than 15 yearsThe Clay County Historical Society, which was founded in 1966 by local residents, collects, preserves and promotes the history of Clay County. It will host a Railroad Festival in May for the first time in 15 years.
Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp host action-packed weekend with fireworks, giveaways and Easter fun
Read full article: Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp host action-packed weekend with fireworks, giveaways and Easter funFans who arrive early on Saturday will score a Southpaw onesie giveaway (first 2,000 through the Main Gate), making it one of the weekend’s most anticipated promotions.
Meet Nubby: This curious, cuddly cat is ready for his forever home
Read full article: Meet Nubby: This curious, cuddly cat is ready for his forever homeNubby is currently available through the Jacksonville Humane Society, which is also hosting a special Easter Holiday Adoption Event to help more pets find loving homes this spring.
News4JAX team ‘Sharon’s Songbirds’ needs your help as we ‘Walk to Defeat ALS’
Read full article: News4JAX team ‘Sharon’s Songbirds’ needs your help as we ‘Walk to Defeat ALS’Several years ago our WJXT family was personally touched by ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, when our beloved executive producer Sharon Siegel-Cohen was diagnosed. Now we walk to defeat ALS in her honor.
Downtown Jacksonville is under construction—and this time it’s not just a blueprint
Read full article: Downtown Jacksonville is under construction—and this time it’s not just a blueprintThe new Jaguars executive office buildings, called One Tower Court, just opened this week, the first multi-story office building constructed downtown in several years.
Jacksonville Children’s Chorus finds its ‘home key’ downtown as it strikes a chord worldwide
Read full article: Jacksonville Children’s Chorus finds its ‘home key’ downtown as it strikes a chord worldwideFounded more than 30 years ago by Jacksonville University’s legendary president, Dr. Frances Kinne, the Jacksonville Children's Chorus had only 16 voices in its first year. Now, it serves over a thousand singers each year through its programs.
Royal Princess yacht offers public, private charters on the St. Johns River
Read full article: Royal Princess yacht offers public, private charters on the St. Johns RiverJax Yacht Charter has been offering public and private charter tours on the Royal Princess yacht since last November. It also offers tours for holidays, like Easter.