During the first-ever “Shamrock Adoption Celebration” held in downtown Jacksonville, 18 children were formally embraced into their forever families.

It was a family celebration on the eve of Halloween at the Duval County Courthouse as it was transformed into a trick-or-treat treasure trove.

VyStar Credit Union helps local students prepare for the new school year with money for school supplies.

Two dozen area foster children became permanent members of their new families on Friday -- just in time for Mother’s Day.