Daily’s helps expand St. Vincent’s mobile health fleet
A blessing and dedication ceremony for the newest unit in St. Vincent’s mobile clinic fleet was held April 3 at the Daily’s convenience store, 4225 Roosevelt Blvd. The Daily’s Mobile Health Clinic is a brand new “doctor’s office on wheels” with bi-lingual physicians and nurses that will travel throughout the region to serve uninsured children […]
One Spark puts a spotlight on Downtown Jacksonville
Founded on the belief that ideas can come from anywhere, One Spark executive director and co-founder Elton Rivas gathered ideas from different art festivals around the world, but took it a step further with One Spark. By incorporating a crowd funding aspect, One Spark attracted artists, innovators and creators interested in establishing their creations, and […]
A tip of the hat to Old Cowford, Ball rallies support
Donations were really moo-ving on Apr. 27 at Viva Las Cowford, the American Cancer Society’s 18th annual Cowford Ball at the Jacksonville Fairgrounds. Patrons rang the slots, boot scoot and boogied at the vintage Vegas-style event April 27. Party proceeds fund patient services, prevention education, early detection and cancer research. Hardworking chairs were Susan and […]
Active algae blooms in St. Johns concern Riverkeeper
May 1, 2013 – St. John’s Riverkeeper Lisa Rinaman shared news today that even while the Florida Senate had passed SB 1808 on numeric nutrient counts, there are now several active algae blooms in the St. John’s River. One is approximately 10 square miles in size, shore to shore in the St. John’s River north […]
Changes proposed for 50-year-old retail center, apartments
New vision for high-density residential complex upsets neighbors A couple dozen residents attended a public meeting late in the day on Apr. 29 to share their thoughts about a proposed redevelopment of nearly six acres along St. Johns Avenue in Avondale. At the heart of the issue is a land use amendment that would change […]
American Cancer Society’s annual Cowford Ball a must-attend event
Generations of dedicated volunteers will make it happen What else but a labor of love could result in more than $6.6 million raised in nearly 20 years for one cause? The American Cancer Society’s (ACS- Duval County) will hold the 18th annual Cowford Ball, Viva Las Cowford, Apr. 27 at 6 p.m. at the Jacksonville […]
Antiques Art & Garden Party set to bloom in San Marco
Looking for some fabulous antique finds, or that special piece of art? Ready to plant something new for spring? Then the 2nd Annual All Saints Episcopal Church Antiques Art & Garden Party should be on your calendar. The show will be held Apr. 19-20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in and around All Saints Episcopal […]
Movies in the Park returns to Southbank Riverwalk
Downtown Vision, Inc. presents the 6th annual installment of four free Friday family-friendly movies, shown on the Wyndham Jacksonville Riverwalk Hotel’s riverfront lawn (1515 Prudential Drive). Beginning with G-rated Mary Poppins on Apr. 12, followed by PG-rated Who Framed Roger Rabbit? on Apr. 19; PG-13-rated Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on Apr. 26, and finally, PG-rated […]
