Season Finale|Voices of the 904 Ep. 8 - Her spin on placemaking calls people to fall back in love with downtown JAX
Read full article: Season Finale|Voices of the 904 Ep. 8 - Her spin on placemaking calls people to fall back in love with downtown JAXKady Yellow, vice president of PlacemakingJax, is a driving force behind one of the largest movements shaping downtown Jacksonville. Since arriving four years ago, she has redefined placemaking through a people-first, community-engagement approach that brings life to public spaces. In the season finale of Voices of the 904, Kady explains what placemaking is, why it matters, and how education and activation work together through initiatives like the Placemaking School.
News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animals
Read full article: News4JAX, Dogtopia on Beach Boulevard launch Santa Paws drive for local shelter animalsNews4JAX is inviting the community to help make the holidays a little brighter for local pets through its annual Santa Paws donation drive, happening Dec. 15–19.
1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy Drive
Read full article: 1,513 toys, 113 bikes donated: News4JAX viewers made a huge difference during the annual Channel 4 Toy DriveThank you, Jacksonville, for helping make Christmas merry and bright for children who needed it most.
Fishermen help JSO officers rescue Frenchie stranded on island in Ribault River
Read full article: Fishermen help JSO officers rescue Frenchie stranded on island in Ribault RiverThe Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said it took teamwork on land and water to save a soaked and shivering French bulldog last week when it got stuck on a small island in the Ribault River.
Spoil yourself for the holidays. Here’s how you can travel luxe for less
Read full article: Spoil yourself for the holidays. Here’s how you can travel luxe for lessStressed from the holidays? Tired of the crowds? Over the cold? A new survey shows 92% of Americans plan to travel next year, but with airfares and hotel costs on the rise, scoring a deal can feel impossible.
Christmas Eve forecast: Unseasonably warm, dry weather and ongoing drought
Read full article: Christmas Eve forecast: Unseasonably warm, dry weather and ongoing droughtJacksonville is set for an unseasonably warm and dry Christmas, with clear skies and ongoing drought conditions, according to Meteorologist Katie Garner of News4JAX The Weather Authority. Holiday travelers may face foggy conditions in some areas.
From tarmac to turnpike: How to navigate the holiday travel rush
Read full article: From tarmac to turnpike: How to navigate the holiday travel rushAs we move deeper into the holiday travel rush, airports across the country are preparing for record-breaking crowds, and AAA says this Christmas and New Year’s rush will bring record numbers of drivers onto the roads as well.
Wild pigs caused a $16M jet to crash at JIA in 1988. Fireworks are one way this team ensures it doesn’t happen again
Read full article: Wild pigs caused a $16M jet to crash at JIA in 1988. Fireworks are one way this team ensures it doesn’t happen againAs millions of travelers take to the skies this Christmas holiday, safety teams at Jacksonville International Airport are focused on a threat most passengers never see: wildlife on and near the runway.
HCA Florida Memorial Hospital donates $15K in prize money from canned food sculpture contest to St. Johns Food Pantry
Read full article: HCA Florida Memorial Hospital donates $15K in prize money from canned food sculpture contest to St. Johns Food PantryHCA Florida Memorial Hospital will donate thousands of dollars and a canned food sculpture to the St. Johns Food Pantry on Friday morning.
How to make the best royal icing for your holiday cookies
Read full article: How to make the best royal icing for your holiday cookiesNo one wants to bring a plate of ugly cookies to a party, so to help you make the perfect cookie — and avoid some common mistakes — the owner of JaxCooking Studio, Shelbi MacDonald, and executive pastry chef Angela Tumey joined the Morning Show on Thursday.
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Voices of the 904 Ep. 7 - The one-man army cooking with a passion to feed the city that raised him
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 7 - The one-man army cooking with a passion to feed the city that raised himChef Kalin Anderson, owner of FeedtheVille and the next guest on Voices of the 904, transforms any space into a kitchen with his expressive, unrestricted style. In this episode, he leads a live cook-along while sharing his culinary journey, the pivotal moment that pushed him into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he uses food to expand palates and build community through events like his “Curated by Kalin Anderson!” pop-up.
Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides on
Read full article: Santa Tracker skates into view as News4JAX’s Christmas tradition glides onThe Jacksonville Icemen are teaming up with News4JAX this year to present the 2025 Santa Tracker, continuing a festive legacy that began decades ago when legendary meteorologist George Winterling first followed Santa’s journey using satellites and early NORAD updates.
Byron Chandler Interiors in St. Johns County showcases unique holiday gifts on River City Live
Read full article: Byron Chandler Interiors in St. Johns County showcases unique holiday gifts on River City LiveWith the holiday season officially underway, River City Live stepped back inside Byron Chandler Interiors at the Fountains at St. Johns to spotlight one of the area’s most distinctive destinations for luxury gifts and home décor.
Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁
Read full article: Spread Holiday Cheer: Donate toys to our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Dec. 4 🎁Channel 4 is looking for a few good elves to help make a child’s Christmas merry and bright — and you can join in during our annual Channel 4 Toy Drive on Thursday, Dec. 4!
Ep. 5: Breakup blues? Practical mental health tools to help you bounce back
Read full article: Ep. 5: Breakup blues? Practical mental health tools to help you bounce backIn Episode 5 of Split Happens, a podcast sponsored by Sasso Guerrero & Hinderlight, hosts Katie Garner and board-certified marital and family law attorney Jay Hinderlight sit down to talk about the emotional freefall that so often follows relationship loss—and the practical mental health tools that can bring you back to steady ground.
Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?
Read full article: Weather Ready: Cold weather means a higher risk of power surges. Are your appliances covered?It's the perfect time for homeowners to prepare for cooler weather, protect their equipment, and understand how winter conditions can impact the power grid.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - This curator etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 E. Duval Street
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 6 - This curator etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 E. Duval StreetNick Kano revitalized his granddad’s historic Paulus Music Company, transforming the longtime musician hub at 41 E. Duval Street into a thriving creative space with five community-focused businesses. This week on “Voices of the 904,” he shares his family’s multi-generational story, the partnership with PlacemakingJax that helped bring the project to life, and why contributing to downtown Jacksonville’s resurgence is deeply meaningful to him.
Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Multi-hyphenate artist cements his imprint on Jacksonville with a message meant to inspire
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep. 5 - Multi-hyphenate artist cements his imprint on Jacksonville with a message meant to inspireIn this episode of "Voices of the 904," Victor “Metamorphvic” Alexander reflects on reshaping his mindset, breaking down his creative process, and explaining how projects like his debut solo show, The Red Door, embody his mission of community-driven artistry. His work is helping redefine Jacksonville’s creative landscape and fuel the rise of the Phoenix Arts District.
How to check if any sex offenders, sexual predators live along your trick-or-treating route
Read full article: How to check if any sex offenders, sexual predators live along your trick-or-treating routeWhether you trick-or-treat in your own neighborhood or have a favorite spot to take your kiddos, it’s a good idea to know before you head out who they might encounter.
Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion scene
Read full article: Voices of the 904 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion sceneIn this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools.
Donate Shoeboxes of Love to help those who are homeless in Jacksonville
Read full article: 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.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs seeks immediate release from prison in appeals argument
Read full article: Sean 'Diddy' Combs seeks immediate release from prison in appeals argumentLawyers for hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs are asking a federal appeals court in New York to order his immediate release from prison.