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A World of Pure Imagination Awaits as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Opens at the Alhambra Theatre June 26

June 10, 2025 Staff 0

The Alhambra Theatre & Dining is thrilled to announce the opening of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the fantastical musical based on Roald Dahl’s beloved novel. Presented by Atlantic Self Storage, this deliciously entertaining production opens Wednesday, June […]

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Splash into Summer Outdoor Projects Safely: Sunshine 811 Offers Eight Tips to Help You Dig Safe for the Summer

June 9, 2025 Staff 0

As summer kicks off, Floridians are diving into their home projects. Whether you are installing a new fence, building a deck, refreshing landscaping or putting in a new pool, Sunshine 811’s got you covered with […]

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Jacksonville Public Library Kicks Off Summer with Books, Activities and Live Performances

June 2, 2025 Staff 0

Jacksonville Public Library invites families to dive into a season of reading, creativity and discovery during Summer at Your Library, from June 2 through Aug. 2 at all 21 library locations. This year’s theme, “Color Our […]

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Downtown Vision Announces “The Pop-Out,” a Live Black Music Month Celebration at Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park

June 2, 2025 Staff 0

Downtown Vision (DVI), the nonprofit Business Improvement District for Downtown Jacksonville, today unveiled its newest PlacemakingJax initiative: The Pop-Out, curated and hosted by DJ Larry Love. This free, family-friendly concert series—celebrating Black Music Month at […]

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Educators Honored at Boots on the Ground Appreciation Dance

May 30, 2025 Staff 0

It was boots, BBQ, and big-hearted celebration at Normandy Village Elementary’s first-ever “Boots on the Ground” Teacher Appreciation Dance. This unforgettable evening was dedicated to honoring the educators who go above and beyond every day. […]

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Deputy Chief Willie King Confirmed for JFRD Leadership

May 30, 2025 Staff 0

Deputy Chief Willie King was officially confirmed by the Jacksonville City Council as the Deputy Chief of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD), solidifying his leadership role after serving in an interim capacity for […]

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Wilder Park Seniors Celebrate Motherhood with Fellowship

May 30, 2025 admin 0

The Wilder Park Senior Citizens Club of Jacksonville celebrated mothers of all ages not one day but each and every month.  Their most recent celebration included a brunch at the Emanuel Missionary Baptist Church.  Accented […]

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Generations Mark Day for Mothers with Festive Brunch

May 21, 2025 admin 0

Every day from sunup to sundown entrepreneur Lisa Norman is surrounded by mothers and children dropping off their children at her day care establishment located in the Sherwood Plaza on Soutel Rd. Witnessing the exhaustion […]

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City Opens First Entrepreneurship Workforce Development Center

May 20, 2025 admin 0

It’s been more than a year since the controversy began over the opening of yet another liquor store in the Brentwood neighborhood. Protestors were in sync with community residents that there were already too many […]

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Dr. Richard Danford Jr. Celebrates 80th Birthday and 33 Years Serving the Community

May 20, 2025 admin 0

The Jacksonville Urban League family recently celebrated the 80th birthday of their Dr. Richard Danford Jr. and his 33 years of dedicated service to the community.  Surrounded by his wife, Duval County Property Appraiser Joyce […]

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