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Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville announces new $600,000 artist grant program
The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville, in collaboration with the City of Jacksonville, has unveiled a new $600,000 grant program called “The Artist Grant Program: Operational Grants for Individual Artists” to support local artists in Duval County.
How the city plans to use ‘Stadium of the Future’ renovations to reduce Jacksonville’s ‘heat islands’
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A new study by Climate Central shows that some densely populated urban areas around Duval County are hotter than other spots on Earth. They are called “heat islands.”. The study found that more than 60,000 people in Jacksonville feel temperatures at least 9 degrees hotter...
Florida grant expands to give qualified homebuyers up to $35,000 towards a home
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Buying a house can be intimidating especially if it's your first time shopping in the housing market. But, First Coast News is On Your Side, as we have some relief for first-time homebuyers. The Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program is accepting applications for first-time homebuyers and...
Duval County inmate awaiting trial for child porn charges dies in hospital, police say
DUVAL COUNTY, Fla. — A Duval County Jail inmate died Monday night following a "lengthy stay" at a local hospital, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office told First Coast News on Tuesday. Shortly after midnight Tuesday, JSO says members of its Cold Case Unit were notified of the death of Scott...
Duval County inmate, 66, dies after ‘lengthy stay’ at hospital
A fifth Duval County jail inmate has died this year after a “lengthy stay” at a hospital, according to reporting by First Coast News. Shortly after midnight Tuesday, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said members of its Cold Case Unit were notified of the death of Scott Stormes, 66.
Yungeen Ace’s Possession of Firearm Charge Dropped After DNA Sample Unable to Link Him to Gun
Yungeen Ace's possession of firearm charge has been dropped after the rapper's DNA sample failed to link him to the gun. On Tuesday (July 9), local Florida news outlet WJAX-TV reported that Yungeen Ace's possession of firearm charge stemming from his arrest in April was dropped. Additionally, Duval County court records obtained by XXL show the update to his case occurred on July 3. Ace has been out of custody since April despite the charge just being dismissed. A disposition statement claims the charge was dropped after a DNA sample couldn't link the rapper to the firearm in question.
Community gets to meet new Duval County Schools Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier
Dr. Christopher Bernier is focusing on solutions to several problems he inherited. On week two of his time as Duval County superintendent, he met with dozens of parents and students at a NAACP-hosted reception.
Why has the rain been so heavy?
JACKSONVILLE. FL – Ever wondered why it seems to storm almost every day in Jacksonville during the summer? The answer lies in three key ingredients that combine to create the perfect rain environment: moisture, unstable air, and lift. These ingredients are present in Florida more frequently during the summer...
$600,000 in grants available for artists in Duval County
The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville and the city is launching a grant program that will award $600,000 to working artists in Duval County. “The Artist Grant Program: Operational Grants for Individual Artists” was developed by Mayor Donna Deegan’s Arts, Culture and Entertainment Committee and the city. “As...
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