Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Friday, May 24, 2013 9:48 AM - Not sure what to do with the kids this weekend? Looking for fun date night plans? Our official funologist has you covered! Read more...

Ship testing war-on-drugs technology is back in port By Tracy Collins on Thursday, May 23, 2013 9:46 AM - MAYPORT, Fla. -- The HSV-2 Swift pulled back in port at 7:30 a.m., and sailors say it was a successful trip. Read more...

NOAA to issue 2013 hurricane predictions By Tracy Collins on Thursday, May 23, 2013 9:44 AM - MAYPORT, Fla. -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will hold a news conference today to give their 2013 Atlantic hurricane outlook. Read more...

MOSH launches 'Be the Dinosaur' By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 10:03 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Kids are invited to come 'Be the Dinosaur' now through Sept. 11 at the Museum of Science & History. Read more...

Spring cleaning can relieve allergy symptoms By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 10:05 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- A mild winter is to blame for those increased allergy symptoms, but a little spring cleaning can go a long way in relieving them. Read more...

Donors scaling EverBank Center today for Boy Scouts By Tracy Collins on Saturday, May 18, 2013 9:42 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Anyone who donated $1,000 to the North Florida Council Boy Scouts of America got the opportunity to rappel the side of EverBank Center. Read more...

Lots of freebies at the Citywide Baby Shower By Tracy Collins on Friday, May 17, 2013 9:45 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- If you're having a baby, the most important word your going to hear Saturday is 'free.' Read more...

Beer Fest almost sold out for fifth year By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 12:31 PM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- No doubt about it. Jacksonville loves its barley and hops. Read more...

Cool Schools: DePaul School By Tracy Collins on Friday, May 10, 2013 11:16 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes DePaul School so cool? They help maintain the Castaway Island Preserve. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, May 09, 2013 9:38 AM - Got plans for the weekend? If not, our official funologist has you covered. Read more...

Fancy Pants Party helping feed 2,000 local students By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 08, 2013 9:39 AM - PONTE VEDRA, Fla. -- Pull out your best or most obnoxious golf pants, skirts and dresses. The Fancy Pants Party is raising money for Blessings in a Backpack. Read more...

Plaid Party celebrating 12th year By Tracy Collins on Tuesday, May 07, 2013 11:30 AM - JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. -- It started as a keg party in somebody's house. Twelve years later, the Plaid Party is still raising money for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Read more...

THE PLAYERS improves parking, traffic patterns By Tracy Collins on Tuesday, May 07, 2013 10:02 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- This year at THE PLAYERS Championship, if you have four or more people in your car, you can park for free. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, May 02, 2013 6:59 AM - Got plans? Our official funologist will help you fill your entertainment card. Read more...

Park and ride available at Shrimp Festival By Tracy Collins on Friday, May 03, 2013 4:47 AM - FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. -- With more than 150,000 people expected to attend the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival this weekend, you're going to want to make your parking plans. Read more...

Shrimpers prepping for Blessing of the Fleet By Tracy Collins on Friday, May 03, 2013 4:46 AM - FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. -- The Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival is just one day away from celebrating shrimpers and today Action News is on a boat. Read more...

Pirates are invading Fernandina By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 4:48 PM - FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. -- The pirates are officially invading the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival Friday night, but Wednesday morning they invaded the Palace Saloon. Read more...

Shrimp Festival bringing in big bucks to Fernandina By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 9:42 AM - FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. -- In one weekend the Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival generates nearly $17 million. Read more...

Town Center to host Kentucky Derby Party By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, May 01, 2013 9:39 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- It's all about horses and high heels at the St. Johns Town Center this weekend. Read more...

Cool Schools: Justina Road Elementary By Tracy Collins on Friday, April 26, 2013 9:43 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes Justina Road Elementary so cool? Two words: talent show! Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 25, 2013 5:05 PM - The party starts tonight and keeps going all weekend. Find out what's hot in entertainment in the River City from your official funologist, Tracy Dot Com. Read more...

Draft Day Party details By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 25, 2013 12:35 PM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars typically host the annual party off-site, but this year, they're bringing it home to EverBank Field. Read more...

Fans will have to wait for Jags new jersey By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 25, 2013 11:08 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars unveiled their new look. Now fans are wondering, "When can I get my my new jersey?" Read more...

Jags just hours away from new uniforms By Tracy Collins on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 12:31 PM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jags have a new GM, a new head coach and a new logo. Now we are just hours away from a new uniform. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 18, 2013 2:25 PM - Whether you're looking for a great date night, a family-friendly night or a boy's or girl's night out, our official funologist has you covered. Read more...

Cattyshack Ranch to host fundraiser By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 18, 2013 11:21 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight. And you're invited to campout with him this weekend. Read more...

What is One Spark? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 18, 2013 12:46 PM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- You've been hearing about it for months. But do you really know what it is? We asked the creators to get your answer. Read more...

VOID rolls out bikini issue By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 10:19 AM - ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. -- VOID magazine is highlighting the latest in bikinis, but this morning they're giving Action News viewers 'everything but the bikini.' Read more...

Cool Schools: Lakeside Junior High By Tracy Collins on Friday, April 12, 2013 9:48 AM - ORANGE PARK, Fla. -- What makes Lakeside Junior High so cool? They all came together to make one little Dream Come True girl feel like a princess. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 11, 2013 11:14 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Got your weekend planned out? If not, our official funologist has plenty for you to choose from. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, April 04, 2013 9:02 AM - Whether you're looking for date night material or family fun, our official funologist has got you covered! Read more...

Cool Camps: Dino Zoo Camp By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 29, 2013 9:54 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes Dino Zoo Camp so cool? They're our first Cool Camp of 2013! Plus, it's the zoo. What could be cooler than that! Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, March 28, 2013 9:02 AM - Get ready! It's time to start leaving the week behind and the weekend to start. Our official funologist has you covered! Read more...

Stuffed eggs an Easter favorite this year By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 8:45 AM - PONTE VEDRA, Fla. -- Easter is just five days away. Claude's Chocolate's big seller this year is the stuffed chocolate egg. Read more...

Lake City cleaning up storm damage By Tracy Collins on Monday, March 25, 2013 9:55 AM - LAKE CITY, Fla. -- Power outages continue to be a problem in Lake City, and storm damage can be seen on every corner. Read more...

Cool Schools: Loretto Elementary By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 22, 2013 11:42 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes Loretto Elementary so cool? Two words: Legos and robotics! Loretto students also created beautiful posters in honor of our veterans. That makes them super cool. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, March 21, 2013 12:18 PM - Got some time to fill this weekend ... we've got you covered. Our official funologist has a list of family friendly fun and adults only entertainment. Read more...

Need for speed not just for men anymore By Tracy Collins on Monday, March 18, 2013 11:26 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Elaine Larsen has been tearing up the asphalt in her jet dragster for 21 years. She is only one of three women qualified to race the 5,000 horsepower vehicle. Read more...

Smoke smell still strong off San Pablo By Tracy Collins on Monday, March 18, 2013 11:27 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Weekend brush fires are 100 percent contained, according to the Department of Forestry, but the scent left behind is strong. Read more...

Cool Schools: Garden City Elementary By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 15, 2013 9:54 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes Garden City Elementary so cool? They can sing, they can act and they have a TV production crew! Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 15, 2013 6:25 AM - If you're not sure how to entertain the family or what to do on date night this weekend, our official funologist has you covered! Read more...

Italy reporting front runners for Pope By Tracy Collins on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 10:38 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Three leaders have been identified as possible candidates for the conclave's vote. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, March 07, 2013 7:13 AM - Get out your calendar and prepare to make it a funfilled weekend. Our official funologist has the skinny on all things entertaining. Read more...

Cool Schools: Highlands Elementary By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 01, 2013 11:53 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes this school so cool? They have a step team! And they are fantastic. Read more...

Cool Schools: North Florida School of Special Education By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 01, 2013 11:51 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes this school so cool? Students are running in the Gate River Run, they create beautiful art and they have a fantastic transition program that teaches gardening and culinary skills. Read more...

Cool Schools: Southside Estates Elementary By Tracy Collins on Friday, March 01, 2013 2:04 PM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- What makes Southside Estates Elementary so cool? These kids are learning how to have a green thumb. Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend? By Tracy Collins on Thursday, February 28, 2013 12:48 PM - Got your plans set? If not, our official funologist has you covered. And believe us ... there is so much to do this weekend, there's no way you'll be bored. Read more...

Home & Patio Show starts today By Tracy Collins on Thursday, February 28, 2013 9:55 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The 41st annual Jacksonville Spring Home & Patio Show will open their doors to home improvement at 11 a.m. Thursday. Read more...

ROAR auditions deadline quickly approaching By Tracy Collins on Wednesday, February 27, 2013 8:46 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Is it your dream to become an NFL cheerleader? You better hurry because the registration deadline is Monday. Read more...

Survey reports relief in gas prices coming soon By Tracy Collins on Monday, February 25, 2013 9:01 AM - JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- As late as last week, AAA reported gas price relief wouldn't be in sight until April. A new report pegs it earlier than that. Read more...