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Behind-the-scenes with local florist Kuhn Flowers on their biggest holiday of the year
One local florist, Kuhn Flowers, will make more than 5,000 deliveries for Valentine’s Day, not to mention the hundreds of people who came into the store to grab a bouquet.
Does your county collect garbage on Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Most counties collect garbage on a normal schedule on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but a handful will have delayed pick-ups for the week following the Jan. 15 holiday.
Feeling some regret about buy now, pay later holiday gifts? Consumer Reports is here to help
So Consumer Reports is here to make sense of buy now, pay later short-term loans with important advice on how to dodge costly fees and what to do next time.
Deck The Chairs announces winners from 2023 holiday display contest
Deck The Chairs organizers said despite multiple days impacted by weather, the holiday display event drew record crowds for its 11th season in Jacksonville Beach.
Logging off social media in the New Year could be a mentally healthy resolution
If you’re tired of the same old New Year’s resolutions, like working out more or trying to lose weight, we’ve got another idea for you. How about trying a social media detox?
It’s trivia time: Test your New Year’s Eve knowledge with this fun quiz
You might think you know everything there is to know about New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, but there’s actually some cool history behind the big days.
Annual St. Johns County 'treecycling' program for Christmas trees begins Tuesday
St. Johns County Parks & Recreation is hosting its free "treecycling" program so residents can recycle their Christmas trees into mulch for the county’s parks.
Kwanzaa: 7 essential facts to illuminate the celebration
Starting from the day after Christmas and ending on New Year’s Day, Kwanzaa is a seven-day observance that encourages African Americans, and others, to embrace and remember African cultures and unity.
President Biden and First Lady visit patients and families at Children’s National Hospital
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will be visiting patients and families at the Children’s National Hospital in Washington Friday at 3:45 p.m.
‘Tis the season for ... KFC? 5 holiday rituals from around the world
There are many holiday rituals that are celebrated by just about everyone around the world, whether that means exchanging gifts, family get-togethers or attending church services.
Winter wonderland in Mandarin: Family decorates an icy display
There are some fabulous light displays all over Northeast Florida, but there's one that's invite-only. Here's your invitation to a house in Mandarin where the snow is always falling.
Gift card scams are rising at an alarming rate. Here’s how to avoid falling victim this holiday season
As many people grab those last-minute gift cards, the FBI is warning that gift card scams are rising at an alarming rate.
Holiday travel season is here. How to make your trip less hectic
Across the country, the Transportation Security Administration expects Thursday to be one of the most hectic days for traveling as the official holiday travel period begins and lasts through Jan. 2.
FTC: 3 ways to spot rip-offs while you’re last-minute shopping
Scammers are impersonating real companies in ads on Facebook, TikTok, and other social media platforms. So, how do you navigate past the fakes without passing up the real bargains?
AAA activates 'Tow to Go' program Friday for year-end holidays
AAA will activate its Tow to Go program on Friday in Florida and other select states to help keep impaired drivers off the road during the year-end holidays.
Georgia DOT temporarily suspending lane closures to improve holiday traffic flow
As the holiday travel rush approaches, the Georgia Department of Transportation will be temporarily suspending lane closers along interstates, major state routes and roadways near major shopping centers, malls or districts.
When you can expect the busiest travel days at airports this season
The Transportation Security Administration expects to screen more than 2.5 million passengers each day during the Christmas and New Year holiday season.
Don't be tempted by tech. These last-minute toys cost less, have more benefits
If you are looking for things that will improve language and learning, the American Speech Language and Hearing Association recommends considering non-tech options.
Holiday Shipping Deadlines: When you need to mail packages for them to arrive by Christmas
The holiday season is in full swing, and time is ticking down on deadlines to mail your packages so that they arrive in time.
JAX travelers urged to plan accordingly ahead of holiday rush starting Thursday
If you traveled by air for Thanksgiving and thought the airports were crowded, the National Transportation Safety Board said even more of the same is in store for Christmas.
Hallmark Christmas movies: See list, descriptions of premieres for Dec. 14-17
The first of 40 movies premiered on Oct. 20, with new movies premiering every Thursday on the Hallmark Movies & Mysteries channel, and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Hallmark channel through Dec. 26.
This Christmas playlist is perfect for any occasion this holiday season
You’ve got chestnuts roasting on an open fire, the mistletoe is hung and the snacks are out, but one thing is missing: Some classic Christmas tunes to set the mood.
Penguins welcome Santa to ZOOLights holiday village
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens' Colors of the Wild holiday ZOOLights experience launched Thursday night with a special encounter between the zoo's penguins and Jolly Old St. Nick.
Making Ends Meet: Gifts that will perk up the coffee lover in your life
In our series Making Ends Meet: Holiday Gifts, we're sharing budget-friendly gift ideas with you -- all products that Consumer Reports' experts have tried, tested, and now recommend.
Making Ends Meet: Game-changing tech gifts for every budget
Consumer Reports’ own experts have tried and tested a wide range of products and have compiled their own list of budget-friendly tech gifts -- with one that will cost you as little as $25.
Gratifying day for volunteers, families at Salvation Army Angel Tree distribution
Thousands of kids in our viewing area are on the verge of having a special Christmas thanks to the Salvation Army of Northeast Florida.
Over 200 children go on shopping spree with Jacksonville’s first responders
Hundreds of children went shopping for toys with first responders and community volunteers for the 17th annual “Christmas for Kids” event held Tuesday by the Police Athletic League of Jacksonville (JAXPAL).
Building gingerbread houses for the holidays? Share with us your creations!
Submit a photo of your gingerbread house, and if you are still in the midst of building one or plan on doing so, also read for best tips and practices on how to do so.
How to ‘sleigh’ your budget & save hundreds this holiday
NerdWallet says the average American is expected to spend $831 on gifts this holiday season, and when you add it all up, that’s a whopping $184 billion spent in December on holiday gift-giving.
Sheriff: Expect large crowds, road closures, traffic delays with 12 major events on Saturday in Clay County
Clay County will have at least 12 major events happening in different parts of the county on Saturday, Sheriff Michelle Cook announced at a Tuesday morning news conference.
Historic Springfield Holiday Home Tour offers a look inside Jacksonville’s most historic homes
If you’ve ever just wanted to take a look inside some of Jacksonville’s most historic homes, now is your chance!
Jewish community remains mindful of threat concerns as Hanukkah begins
Hanukkah begins at sundown on Thursday as the Department of Homeland Security, Justice Department and law enforcement agencies remind members of the community that some may use the war between Israel and Hamas as an excuse to increase calls for violence.