Akon—yes, Akon—and partners to open ‘Goodfellas Pizza & Wings’ in Jacksonville on Saturday
Akon, alongside his partners Charles Scantling, Charleston Blue Hughes, and Andre Johnson, announced the opening of Goodfellas Pizza & Wings in Jacksonville. The new pizza spot will be holding a soft opening in Jacksonville’s Norwood area on Saturday, April 20.
Mayor appoints city of Jacksonville's first Hispanic Outreach Coordinator
Mayor Donna Deegan appointed Yanira "Yaya" Cardona to serve in the role. She will help plan community events tailored to the needs of the Hispanic community, one of Duval County’s fastest growing populations over the last decade.
From ‘budding talent’ to award-winning journalist: Viewers, colleagues reflect on Vic Micolucci’s time at WJXT
Following our announcement of the impending departure of longtime anchor, report and I-TEAM investigator Vic Micolucci, well wishes and memories from viewers came flooding in, along with recollections from longtime colleagues, past and present.
Domestic violence survivor who turned to Hubbard House shares message of hope, empowerment
More than 1,000 people turned out Saturday for the annual Hubbard House walk against domestic violence. It was the 15th year the organization held its "Stand Up and Stride" walk to raise money for survivors and their children.
Walking Weather: 15th annual Hubbard House ‘Stand up and Stride Domestic Violence Awareness Walk’ on March 30
Hundreds of people are expected to gather in downtown Jacksonville Saturday morning to raise awareness about domestic violence at the 15th annual Hubbard House “Stand up and Stride Domestic Violence Awareness Walk.”
Jacksonville officer shot in line of duty completes Brooks Challenge Mile, determined to get back on his feet for good
As thousands of runners raced through downtown Jacksonville at the Gate River Run Saturday, another rewarding race happening at the same time had the crowd cheering: the Brooks Challenge Mile.
Running for Inclusion: Jeremy’s Journey in Honor of His Father
In the crisp late fall of 2021, Jeremy and his father, Chris Hebda, shared a special bond over their love for running. Their exhilarating 3-mile runs were more than just a physical activity; they were moments of connection and bonding between a father and his son. Chris, a long-distance runner himself, saw potential in Jeremy and encouraged him to pursue his passion for running.
Community embraces unity at ‘Racing Against Hate’ 5K in Jacksonville
While warming up to the Village People singing “YMCA,” hundreds of people of all ages and races gathered outside of the Winston Family YMCA on Jacksonville’s Northbank Sunday afternoon to celebrate unity in the aptly named Unity Village before the start of the “Racing Against Hate 5k Run/Walk.”
Recently deployed councilman proposes giving city employees who are military members more pay when called for duty
City Councilman Rory Diamond, who serves in the Florida Army National Guard, wants the city of Jacksonville to do something to alleviate struggles for city employees who serve in the military.
PositivelyJAX: Mighty man feeding the unhoused
The first PositivelyJAX winner of 2024 doesn't have any motives and is just doing the work, on the streets of Jacksonville, with grace. He was motivated by a feeding event that was just once a year and Jason Ivery thought he could help do this every month.
City council member pushing to expand budget for Jacksonville’s ‘Home Roof Rehabilitation’ program
City Council Member Matt Carlucci filed an emergency bill Wednesday in response to the city of Jacksonville’s budget for the new Home Roof Rehabilitation program that filled up in less than 90 minutes of opening.