Content July 14, 2026 The City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS), in partnership with the Arc Jacksonville and Florida State College at Jacksonville, has opened registration for the Fall 2026 term of the Professional Animal …
The National Weather Service is forecasting near record heat for the Duval County area, meeting the criteria for the City of Jacksonville to activate its Cooling Center Contingency Plan through Sunday, July 12. Peak heat index values are expected to reach …
Mayor Donna Deegan has announced the latest winners of the Jax Litter League, a 98-day friendly competition that mobilized hundreds of volunteers to remove trash and litter from roadsides, parks, and public spaces across Jacksonville. Taking first place is …
City selects longtime local restaurant to help shape the dining experience at Jacksonville’s newest waterfront destination. European Street Cafe has been selected by the City of Jacksonville to operate the café at the new Riverfront Plaza, bringing one of …
In observance of Independence Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. Closures Include City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. Jake M. Godbold City Hall Annex, …
Join the City of Jacksonville, Keep Jacksonville Beautiful, and the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol for the annual July 5 Beaches Cleanup. Each year, volunteers come together the morning after Independence Day to remove litter and debris from Jacksonville's …
This afternoon, twenty-six new recruits graduated from the JFRD Training Academy and received their first assignments as Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department firefighters. Recruit Class 126, which began training on April 7, 2026, celebrated its …
More than $359 million in state, federal, and philanthropic grants awarded since July 1, 2023 The City of Jacksonville was recently awarded five federal and philanthropic grants that will expand port, transportation, and tree infrastructure, while …
The City of Jacksonville opened the Forest Street Dog Park, as well as the Bold Kitty Café, at the Animal Control and Protective Services (ACPS) campus earlier today. The dog park is the seventh one in Jacksonville, with more to come. The City’s Parks and …
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) recognized firefighters, officers, units, and members of the public Friday, June 26, during its 2025 Awards Ceremony, honoring acts of bravery, lifesaving medical response, and sustained community service …
Laughter is often treated like something small. A quick reaction to something funny, awkward, or unexpected, and then the moment passes. That makes it easy to overlook how important it really is. But laughter affects people far more deeply than most of us …
Easy way to keep moving when you're stuck inside on rainy days. For a lot of people, daily movement looks like walking the dog, gardening, chasing kids around, or taking a quick walk around the neighborhood after work. So if your usual movement happens …
When temperatures rise, staying cool isn’t just about comfort—it’s also essential for your health and well-being Strategies to stay safe, energized, and feeling your best all summer long: Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Your body loses more fluids in the heat, …
Content June 26, 2026 Heat stroke happens when your body overheats and loses the ability to regulate it's temperature. This is a serious medical condition that can be life-threatening if not treated quickly. As the temperature rises during the summer …
Content June 26, 2026 Grounding, also called earthing, is an effortless way to improve your health and wellbeing. It means making direct contact with the Earth's surface. When we touch the ground, something amazing happens. Because the Earth is …
Task Force report finds childcare costs Florida $5.38 billion a year in lost economic potential; Mayor announces new initiative to align employers, providers, and philanthropy — without new taxpayer spending Mayor Donna Deegan today released the findings …
Content June 25, 2026 Jacksonville City Council President Kevin Carrico proudly recognized a distinguished group of community leaders, public servants, and volunteers during the annual Council President Awards presentation. The annual awards highlight the …
Content June 18, 2026 Jacksonville was recently named the Best-Run City in Florida, according to WalletHub’s Best- & Worst-Run Cities in America (2026) ranking. Overall, Jacksonville ranked as the 18th best-run city out of 148 in the United States. The …
In observance of Juneteenth, the following City of Jacksonville government offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. City Office Closures City Hall at St. James, 117 W. Duval St. Ed Ball Building, 214 N. Hogan St. Jake M. Godbold City …
The City of Jacksonville invites the community to attend a public meeting on the McCoy’s Creek Outfall on Wednesday, June 17th from 4pm - 6:30pm at the Main Branch of the Jacksonville Public Library, 303 N. Laura St., 32202. The city is planning for a new …
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