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The power of preventative dental care

One of the biggest misconceptions in healthcare is simple: if it doesn't hurt, it's not a problem. When it comes to oral health, that assumption can be misleading - and sometimes costly. Dentists see this all the time. Patients go in feeling fine, expecting a routine visit, and are surprised when they find early signs of gum disease, inflammation, or decay. Nothing hurts yet -but problems are already developing.

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Low Impact exercises make a difference

It is easy to believe that the harder the workout, the more effective it will be. Low-impact workouts can be as effective as high-impact workouts when looking to burn calories and lose weight.

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CITY TO ACTIVATE COOLING CONTINGENCY PLAN WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2026

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for Duval County from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, July 29, with peak heat index values up to 113 degrees. In response, the City of Jacksonville is activating its Cooling Center Contingency Plan.

St. Johns Marina Boat Ramp in Downtown Jacksonville.

St. Johns Marina Boat Ramp to Close During South Bank Construction

Beginning August 1, the St. Johns Marina Boat Ramp in Downtown Jacksonville, 901 Museum Circle, will be closed during construction of the adjacent South Bank Residences project.

Mayor Deegan FY26-27 Budget Address

MAYOR DEEGAN PRESENTS PROPOSED 2026-2027 BUDGET TO CITY COUNCIL

Next Round of Budget Town Halls to Start August 5

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MAYOR DEEGAN PRESENTS PROCLAMATION AT JACKSONVILLE'S OLDEST FIRE STATION, CELEBRATING 140 YEARS OF JACKSONVILLE FIRE AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT

Mayor Donna Deegan presented a proclamation to Fire Chief Percy Golden II today at Fire Station 2, the oldest continuously operating fire station in the city, commemorating 140 years of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

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ACPS & THE ARC JACKSONVILLE NOW ENROLLING STUDENTS IN PROFESSIONAL ANIMAL WORKERS (PAWS) PROGRAM

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 Workers (PAWS) Program.

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CITY TO ACCTIVATE COOLING CONTINGENCY PLAN THROUGH SUNDAY, JULY 12, 2026

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 up to 113 degrees.

Litter League Winners - Collect & Connect

Mayor Deegan Announces Latest Winners of Jax Litter League Competition

Champion team “Collect & Connect” honored at Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp game

EUROPEAN STREET CAFE POP UP

EUROPEAN STREET CAFE BRINGS NEARLY FIVE DECADES OF JACKSONVILLE HOSPITALITY TO DOWNTOWN’S RIVERFRONT PLAZA

City selects longtime local restaurant to help shape the dining experience at Jacksonville’s newest waterfront destination.