Jacksonville

Jacksonville is forming a task force to address the Phoenix Area Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project, which still holds unused money. The east side sidewalk project has spent some funds but retains more than $1.6 million. Officials plan to direct the remaining money toward neighborhood improvements.

A Jacksonville Housing Authority board member sued the agency and its CEO in federal court. The lawsuit alleges her housing assistance ended without a hearing, violating her constitutional rights. The complaint says the authority sought more than $9,000 for unreported family income, and the claims are unproven.

The Jacksonville Home + Patio Show opens its fall edition Friday, Oct. 2, at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. The three-day event includes workshops from local experts, gardening classes, decor displays and guests Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison. Residents planning home or garden projects can find advice from local experts there.

Emo Night Karaoke, a live-band karaoke event, returns to Jack Rabbits in Jacksonville on Oct. 3. The set list ranges from My Chemical Romance to heavier songs such as "Toxicity" by System of a Down. Fans of live music can sing along with a band that night.