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The Florida Forum Speaker Series to Welcome Deepak Chopra

December 5th, 2024 · Comments Off on The Florida Forum Speaker Series to Welcome Deepak Chopra

The Florida Forum Speaker Series, presented by The Women’s Board of Wolfson Children’s Hospital, will welcome physician, author and world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation Deepak Chopra, MD, FACP, FRCP, on Jan. 15, 2025. The program begins at 7 p.m. at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. The moderator for Dr. Chopra’s program is Jacksonville Jaguars team owner Shad Khan. [Read more →]

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Allegiant to Offer New, Nonstop Service from JAX to Akron-Canton, Des Moines and Grand Rapids

December 3rd, 2024 · Comments Off on Allegiant to Offer New, Nonstop Service from JAX to Akron-Canton, Des Moines and Grand Rapids

Allegiant Airlines will offer new, nonstop flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Akron-Canton Airport (CAK), Des Moines International Airport (DSM), and Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) starting in May 2025. [Read more →]

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Jacksonville is Ranked #5 for U.S. Cities Attracting College Graduates

November 30th, 2024 · Comments Off on Jacksonville is Ranked #5 for U.S. Cities Attracting College Graduates

Jacksonville was recently ranked fifth for U.S. cities with the most “brain gain” by USA Today. Cities with brain gain are those that are successfully attracting and retaining college-educated individuals. Communities with a net loss of college graduates experience “brain drain.”

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Jacksonville lights up the St. Johns River with annual Light Boat Parade

November 26th, 2024 · Comments Off on Jacksonville lights up the St. Johns River with annual Light Boat Parade

The City of Jacksonville is set to light up the St. Johns River once again with the annual Jacksonville Light Boat Parade on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024.

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Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life, legacy and service at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast

November 24th, 2024 · Comments Off on Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life, legacy and service at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast

The City of Jacksonville, NAACP Jacksonville Branch, Jacksonville Urban League, and JAX Chamber invite the community to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life, legacy, and service at the 38th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast presented by Florida Blue on Friday, January 17, at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center. The doors will open at 7 a.m., and the program will begin at 8 a.m.

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JaxParks’ Inaugural Friendsgiving Fountain Event with Live Music

November 21st, 2024 · Comments Off on JaxParks’ Inaugural Friendsgiving Fountain Event with Live Music

JaxParks is inviting the community to gather with friends and celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving at its inaugural community event at Friendship Fountain.

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City of Jacksonville and JTA announce Tree Planting Partnership

November 20th, 2024 · Comments Off on City of Jacksonville and JTA announce Tree Planting Partnership

The City of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) have announced an ongoing partnership to expand the tree canopy in Jacksonville by planting trees at bus stops throughout the city to provide shade for transit riders, beautify the city and improve community health.

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Jumbo Shrimp to host seventh annual Very Shrimpy Christmas on Dec. 7

November 19th, 2024 · Comments Off on Jumbo Shrimp to host seventh annual Very Shrimpy Christmas on Dec. 7

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Fun 4 First Coast Kids are inviting families to kick off the holiday season with the seventh annual Very Shrimpy Christmas from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 121 Financial Ballpark. Admission is only $1 per person at the home plate gate, with free parking available in Lot P. [Read more →]

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Homebuyer Opportunities Rise as Northeast Florida Inventory Expands

November 18th, 2024 · Comments Off on Homebuyer Opportunities Rise as Northeast Florida Inventory Expands

With fall in full swing, the Northeast Florida housing market continues to offer promising conditions for homebuyers. The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR) Market Statistics report for October reveals an ongoing trend of increased inventory and moderate price growth, signaling a stabilizing market. [Read more →]

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Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Television, Motion Picture & Commercial Production announces new members

November 14th, 2024 · Comments Off on Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Television, Motion Picture & Commercial Production announces new members

Mayor Donna Deagan recently appointed seven new members to the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Television, Motion Picture & Commercial Production.

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