The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation partners with the Palm Valley Community Association for the Palm Valley Boat Parade, enhancing the event with a $5,000 budget increase for amenities.

The city is hosting a blood drive on December 6th with incentives for donors, including an eGift card and re-usable cups, along with a health checkup.

Downtown Jacksonville's December Art Walk on Dec. 4 will feature a holiday celebration with a tree lighting ceremony, performances, and a Winter Wonderland at Snyder Memorial Church.

Over 20 animals were seized from a residence in Clay County for neglect, with charges against the owner pending. Clay County Animal Services urges the community to foster or adopt to alleviate shelter space.

The City Commission requires a $75 permit and a $150 refundable deposit for beach fires to cover costs and ensure rule compliance, with potential $500 fines for violations.

North Bay Village announces a golf cart parade and Christmas in the Park event for December 6, with activities starting at 4:30 p.m. Prizes for the best-decorated carts and various holiday festivities are planned.

Animal Services in Clay County seized over 35 animals from a Middleburg home due to neglect and poor conditions. This marks the third large-scale animal rescue in the county within a year.

First Lady Casey DeSantis launches the 'Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive' to benefit foster children and families in need, with donations accepted until December 13, 2024.

Lincolnville Park in St. Augustine, named after George and Ollie Smith, is to open on December 5, 2024, with a dedication to enhancing community well-being and fostering spirit.

The Jacksonville Light Boat Parade is set to illuminate the St. Johns River on Nov 30, 2024, featuring a festive boat display and fireworks, with enhanced activities along the Southbank.

Jacksonville broke ground on the Leon L. Haley Jr., MD, Emergency and Trauma Center, a $90 million project honoring the late UF Health CEO who died in 2021.

Protests in Jacksonville arose over Tony Ricardo's past social media comments as he and two others prepared for a Duval County School Board swearing-in ceremony.

Family seeks justice for the unsolved murder of Jacksonville man Brandon Holcomb, who was killed during Hurricane Helene, with the aid of MAD DADS and a $10,000 reward for information.