http://jacksonville.about.com/ Get the latest headlines from the About.com Jacksonville GuideSite. http://z.about.com/f/lg/s10.gif http://www.about.com/ 118 20 en-us 2008-06-27T13:34:17Z Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:34:17 +0000 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/07/03/jacksonville-gets-fired-up-for-independence-day.htm The weather guys say the forecast is clear for a beautiful night of fireworks displays throughout the First Coast. And there's plenty to do to celebrate during the daylight hours... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/07/03/jacksonville-gets-fired-up-for-independence-day.htm Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:28:52 +0000 2008-07-03T13:28:52Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/27/equine-disaster-preparedness-forum-saturday.htm It's that time of year. Hurricane season is in full swing and although Northeast Florida hasn't taken a major hit since 1964's Hurricane Dora, residents have learned to be on... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/27/equine-disaster-preparedness-forum-saturday.htm Fri, 27 Jun 2008 13:34:17 +0000 2008-06-27T13:34:17Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/27/guys-ties-cats-dogs-and-mechanical-bulls.htm Sounds like one heckuva party. Guys with Ties of Jacksonville hosts Urban Cowboy, a Western-themed party benefitting First Coast No More Homeless Pets this Saturday night. Don your best cowpoke... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/27/guys-ties-cats-dogs-and-mechanical-bulls.htm Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:29:13 +0000 2008-06-27T01:29:13Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/25/new-crime-fighting-plan-wont-cost-jax-taxpayers-an-extra-dime.htm A tight economy doesn't have to mean unsafe streets, Mayor John Peyton says. He's preparing to announce details of one of the largest public safety investments in Jacksonville's history -... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/25/new-crime-fighting-plan-wont-cost-jax-taxpayers-an-extra-dime.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:12:53 +0000 2008-06-25T22:12:53Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/19/film-radio-political-stars-light-up-florida-forums-2008-2009-series.htm Well, the ladies have outdone themselves this time. The Women's Board of Wolfson Children's Hospital has landed a lineup of top names for the Florida Forum's 2008-2009 series. Presidential historian Michael... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/19/film-radio-political-stars-light-up-florida-forums-2008-2009-series.htm Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:03:58 +0000 2008-06-19T00:03:58Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/18/special-elections-qualifying-underway.htm Qualifying for Special Elections is underway in Duval County. Think you've got what it takes to be a leader in the River City? Seats are open in the Jacksonville City... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/18/special-elections-qualifying-underway.htm Wed, 18 Jun 2008 14:19:21 +0000 2008-06-18T14:19:21Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/10/dads-about-town-in-june.htm One day just isn't enough. Celebrate Father's Day throughout June with an array of events that cater to every type of dad: The sports guy, the music afficionado, the super... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/06/10/dads-about-town-in-june.htm Tue, 10 Jun 2008 15:03:17 +0000 2008-06-10T15:03:17Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/05/06/may-art-walk-rocks-rolls-50s-style.htm This Wednesday's Downtown Art Walk takes participants back in time with a '50s flair and a nod to THE PLAYERS Championship. Mayor John Peyton will officially proclaim this week THE... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/05/06/may-art-walk-rocks-rolls-50s-style.htm Tue, 06 May 2008 14:05:28 +0000 2008-05-06T14:05:28Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/04/28/take-a-trip-around-the-world-this-weekend.htm There's a world of things to see and do this week - literally. Jacksonville's annual World of Nations Celebrations gets under way Thursday and runs through Sunday. Sorry - the... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/04/28/take-a-trip-around-the-world-this-weekend.htm Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:14:39 +0000 2008-04-28T14:14:39Z http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/04/25/all-strung-up.htm With music and arts programs disappearing from schools, victims of state and federal budget cuts, students are losing out on potentially life-changing learning opportunities. That strikes a sour note with... http://jacksonville.about.com/b/2008/04/25/all-strung-up.htm Fri, 25 Apr 2008 22:55:42 +0000 2008-04-25T22:55:42Z