Created by the National Fire Protection Association in 1922, Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 6 –12) highlights the ways people can protect themselves from fire. This year’s theme, “Not Every Hero Wears a Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!,” focuses on developing an escape plan for the family.
 
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department shares fire safety tips like the ones below year-round on its website, MyJFRD.com.
 

Annual Event Provides Resources for Homeless Veterans

​Call for Entries

Local Industry Professionals Recognized with Awards

Mega Pet Adoption Event Opens Friday at Jacksonville Fairgrounds

One week event waives collection fees on overdue traffic tickets and criminal fines

Celebrate Fall with Friends of Hemming Park

Friends of Hemming Park is proud to host events in Hemming Park located at 135 W. Monroe Street in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville. All activities listed below are free and open to the public.

Representatives from five Northeast Florida counties gathered in the Atrium of City Hall on Monday, Sept. 30, to announce the launch of a new initiative to end veterans suicide. This effort is the first of its kind in the country, uniting veterans and allies to activate local assets, stand watch, and build a life-saving network for veterans in need. 
 

For more than two decades, Jacksonville has contributed to the Florida Coastal Cleanup by hosting cleanup events at the beaches and along the city’s waterways.