Jacksonville Beach, News4JAX and Closets By Design celebrated two local heroes Friday—CJ and Melvin—who were honored with the Positively JAX award for their exceptional dedication and kindness.

The city of Jacksonville is rolling out plans to clean up Lonnie C. Miller Park in Northwest Jacksonville.

Freedom, defined as “the power or right to speak, act, and change as one wants without hindrance or restraint,” remained elusive for many in Afghanistan during years of conflict. For three Afghan women now living in the United States, freedom signifies a fresh start.

The Westside Baptist Church has brought Bethlehem to Jacksonville once again with its living drive-thru nativity scene.

During a pep rally Thursday at Raines High School, Lil Duval, a Jacksonville comedian and recording artist with a huge online following, surprised students and staff ahead of the 3A state title game in Miami against Miami Northwestern on Saturday.

Melanated Growers plants community gardens in areas considered food deserts.

There’s no better way for Flagler County Fire Rescue to embrace the holidays than with a pint-sized, er Taco-sized, therapy dog!

Running 4 Heroes, Inc. is hosting a running event Wednesday night to honor and support the lives of two fallen Jacksonville first responders.

Are you ready to get into the Christmas spirit? News4Jax has compiled a list of the best light displays and events around our area.

There are four steps you should follow to prevent worms and insects from taking over your vegetable garden without having to use harmful chemicals.

Riverside community members gathered at the Jacksonville Association of Firefighters Union Building on Stockton Street to voice concerns and learn about plans for the Emerald Trail.

A Neptune Beach man stepped up his holiday decorating game by honoring a holiday movie classic: “A Christmas Story.”

Mayor Donna Deegan said funding is a key issue in the push to help people who are experiencing homelessness.

25 companies are looking to fill hundreds of jobs just before Christmas with the Jacksonville Job Fair.

Clay County Habitat for Humanity will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday at noon to celebrate its new administration office in Green Cove Springs.

It's estimated that as many as 70,000 "boonie" dogs live on the U.S. island territory of Guam, which has a population of just 173,000 people. One of those dogs -- a pup named Socks -- captured the heart of an Air Force Reserve Master Sergeant from Valdosta, Georgia. And our News4JAX community helped them reunite.

Studies have shown that people who volunteer have increased happiness, lower blood pressure, longer lives and less depression.

Sulzbacher has announced that its Cold Night Shelter will be open for those in need from Tuesday night through Friday morning.

In the spirit of giving, St. Augustine has rolled out a unique charitable act that can reach those in need across the world.

A local biker community helped patients at Wolfson Children’s Hospital get into the holiday spirit.

Farm Share, Florida’s largest food bank, will host four food distributions this week in Northeast Florida.

On Thursday, Dec. 5, Channel 4 will begin collecting new and unwrapped toys from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at WJXT Studios located at 4 Broadcast Place.

The congregation of All People International Church is mourning the passing of their beloved pastor, Bishop Arthur Jones, who died unexpectedly on Thanksgiving morning. He was 76 years old.

This Thanksgiving more than a dozen families of cancer patients are thankful they can put food on the table with help from a local foundation.

Volunteers with Ascension St. Vincent's prepared 1,100 hot meals to be delivered to local seniors who might not otherwise have a Thanksgiving dinner.

A day before Thanksgiving, a Jacksonville food truck handed out free meals to support the Northside community.

The MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation is on a mission to put food on the table for more than 100 families this Thanksgiving.

Hubbard House needs your help to make the 2024 holiday season special for survivors of domestic violence and their children.

A beloved holiday tradition is making its return to the city of JAX in time for Thanksgiving weekend.

News4Jax compiled a county-by-county breakdown of how trash service is affected by holidays.

News4Jax compiled a county-by-county breakdown of how trash service is affected by holidays.

Naval Station Mayport will welcome a new ship for the second time in as many days on Monday.

At Central Park in Fernandina Beach, the community gathered to honor transgender people who lost their lives to violence.

The 2024 Miracle on the Hudson Turkey Drive needs your help in time for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The JEA board of directors will meet on Tuesday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the utility’s headquarters on North Pearl Street.

It may seem counterintuitive, but you will need to sacrifice some of the new growth to make room for your vegetables to thrive.

Free Park and Ride shuttles will operate for the Nights of Lights season starting on Light-Up! Night, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

With duck hunting season coming up, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources wants hunters to review safety guidelines and learn about the new e-stamp.

Dozens gathered in downtown Jacksonville Friday to honor the lives lost to pedestrian and traffic crashes.

Millions of people killed or seriously hurt in traffic crashes worldwide will be recognized Friday for the “World Day of Remembrance.” For the first time ever, one of the 40 events planned around America is being held here in Jacksonville at 12 p.m. Friday at James Weldon Johnson Park.

Notices were issued in January for a water pipe break, in May due to an electrical issue caused by a storm, and again in September, October, and twice this month.

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) Jacksonville wants to honor and remember those affected by pancreatic cancer and increase awareness of the deadliness of the disease.

Looking to get rid of documents, electronics or used cooking oil? The city of St. Augustine is hosting its annual free community recycling event from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday at the Solid Waste Facility at 301 Riberia St.

With 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.

Over 90% of Americans say their gratitude made them “extremely happy” or “somewhat happy,” but did you know simply being grateful helps you a lot more than you think?

The Mini Bar doughnut shop will no longer be in the Deerwood neighborhood near Gate Parkway.

JWB Rental Homes is launching the Homestep Program to make housing more affordable for the Jacksonville Community and hosting an event.

Infant and pregnancy loss affects thousands of women each year across the country, and many mothers grieve and suffer in silence. The Liam Lives Foundation aims to help those women and let them know they are not alone.

Saturday is going to the dogs at the third annual canine crime fighter competition.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is hosting the Colors of the Wind, a ZOOLights Lantern Experience event this month. Guests may remember it from last year. This event will light up the Zoo and gardens starting on November 23rd and going until February with new never-before-seen asian lanterns.

The Clara White Mission (CWM) held a Flag & Wreath Memorial Service to remember African American veterans who served in World War I and II.

Farm Share is distributing food starting at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Hal Y. Maines Community Center at Lakeside Park in Lake Butler.

We've got everything you need to know if you're planning to head to the Jacksonville Fair over the next two weeks.

The City of Jacksonville officially launched its 2024 Get Covered JAX! campaign to help residents without health insurance get coverage.

The Fall Career Fair is coming to FSCJ in partnership with CareerSource Northeast Florida and Paychecks for Patriots.

You 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.

Black organizations have historically been at the forefront of civic engagement, and as Election Day gets closer, the groups are making sure the community is ready to vote.

Farm Share, the state’s largest food bank, will host a food distribution Saturday in Macclenny.

Daniel’s Dungeons of Haunted Horrors is celebrating its 11th year of screams and scares and gave News4JAX a behind-the-scenes look at the haunted attraction which is attended by thousands of visitors each year.

Beaches Habitat for Humanity helps military veterans, senior citizens and others who qualify get needed repairs done to their homes.

The devices can help save someone in cardiac arrest. AEDs can significantly increase the chance of survival, specifically in that vital first minute after someone collapses.

Over 20 organizations gathered at JEA for the 10th Light it Forward awards breakfast. The groups help provide utility bill assistance, housing and other services.

Four of the victims were from Jacksonville. Two of them were members of the church where the vigil is being held.

Ten children who rely on wheelchairs were in for a surprise when they set their eyes on their personalized Halloween costumes for the first time.

Holley’s Bar-B-Q — which has been a staple in Jacksonville since 1937 — located on Moncrief Road has two claims to fame: It’s the oldest continuously operating barbecue restaurant in Jacksonville -- and it’s said to be where curly fries were invented.

Drug Free Duval has partnered with JTA to provide Narcan training, which is offered on board the stationary bus.

Your feedback can help shape the future landscape of Jacksonville’s parks.

The reviewers put together a list of the top 25 places to eat in the 904, and it includes a variety of flavors and cuisines.

Military Working Dog Bronco, a chocolate Labrador, will receive a full retirement ceremony Friday at Naval Station Mayport.

Ascension St. Vincent’s is partnering with Feeding Northeast Florida to host a free food distribution on Nov. 16 in Jacksonville.

The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island hosts the second annual Amelia Island Cookout with four days of epicurean delights.

One Clay County home has built an entire haunted house for those brave enough to enter. Daniel’s Dungeon of Haunted Horrors is located off Blanding Boulevard and is said to be one of the best local scares in our area!

Holley’s Bar-B-Q — which has been a staple in Jacksonville since 1937 — located on Moncrief Road has two claims to fame: It’s the oldest continuously operating barbecue restaurant in Jacksonville -- and it’s said to be where curly fries were invented.

Hubbard House hosted its annual breakfast on Wednesday, an event dedicated to honoring survivors, remembering victims, and striving for a violence-free future.

Beaches Habitat for Humanity helps military veterans, senior citizens and others who qualify get needed repairs done to their homes.

Taylor Swift has made a significant donation toward helping those affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene.

All blood types are needed, however there is an increased need for O Negative, O Positive, as well as platelet donors.

If you’re a pickle fan, you’ll love this new edition coming to Jacksonville.

Publix will reveal the Grand Opening of its new Jacksonville retail location in Harbour Place on Oct. 3.

“The World Famous Pelicans” are returning home to Naval Air Station Wednesday after a 6-month deployment in Italy.

The two-day event will also feature a Celtic festival showcasing Celtic music, food, and vendors.

Angie's Subs owner Ed Malin had one day to collect as much as possible, saying he would be leaving Wednesday morning with four other trucks pulling trailers to head to an area outside Asheville.

Don’t be alarmed when you see the River City covered in pink in October.

After school, hundreds of students walk to a community center in Durkeeville, which hopefully feels like a second home. The MaliVai Washington Community Foundation has changed the lives of thousands of students through sports, academics, life skills and love.

With Hurricane Helene moving out of our area, nearly 800 runners decided to take advantage of the nicer weather Saturday morning.

News4JAX will update this list as we learn more from our local counties about locations for free sandbags.

The Diaper Bank for Northeast Florida is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization established to streamline the collection and distribution of diapers to low-income families throughout Northeast Florida.

Melanated Growers held its 2nd annual conference at the University of North Florida over the weekend.

Melanated Growers held its 2nd annual conference at the University of North Florida over the weekend.

HCA Florida Orange Park Hospital hosted its annual NICU reunion Saturday where former patients and their families were able to reconnect with the caregivers who supported them.

Thousands gathered at the University of North Florida on Saturday to get moving. Runners, walkers and rollers hit the course as a part of the 7th annual Dreams Come True 5K.

Friday is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. It is a day to remember Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served and never returned home. Events are planned around our area over the next two days to honor them.

Mary Hoff was instrumental in the creation of the iconic POW/MIA flag. United States. Her husband's plane was shot down in 1970. He is still missing in action.

Chief Gunner’s Mate Justin Olson is a hero, and he’s about to receive a medal to prove it.

Friday is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. It is a day to remember Americans who were prisoners of war and those who served and never returned home. Events are planned around our area over the next two days to honor them.

Sip & Stroll made a comeback Thursday on Jacksonville’s Southbank Riverwalk with a culture-focused program to honor the city’s diverse communities.

Hundreds of veterans packed VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on Thursday to find resources available to them, especially for suicide prevention.

Lupus affects millions globally, causing pain and inflammation throughout the body with symptoms ranging from fatigue and joint pain to impacting organs, including kidney and heart disease.

The International Association of Firefighters plans to honor a local firefighter who died years after battling a major fire in St. Augustine. Michael Riley was one of the first to respond to a massive fire and explosion at a gas station in 2011. His name will be added to a memorial wall in Colorado on Saturday.

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