City of Jacksonville

Fitness technology (fit tech) is changing the health and fitness industry, making it easier than ever to track your progress and maintain motivation to be active.

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Jacksonville Ranked 7th Among America’s Biggest Boomtowns, Has Fastest Growing Workforce in the U.S.

The City of Jacksonville has opened the 2027 Tomorrow’s Leaders competition presented by VyStar Credit Union. The Tomorrow’s Leaders Essay Contest, a signature component of the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, recognizes students who exemplify Dr. King’s philosophies of leadership, community involvement, volunteerism, and civic responsibility.

In observance of Labor Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026.

Jacksonville is One of 10 Cities in the World to Achieve the Highest Level of Certification

As the saying goes, do not judge a book by its cover. It is not always possible to know what is going on inside your body by what appears on the outside or even how you feel. Serious conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and early-stage cancers often develop silently without noticeable warning signs. This is why annual wellness exams with a primary care doctor are so important.

Flu season is coming, and there are steps you can take to stay healthy! The flu can be tough on young children, older adults, and people with ongoing health conditions. The good news? You have real power to protect yourself and others.

Jacksonville philanthropist Brette Petway has donated $30,000 to the City of Jacksonville’s Fostering Filmmakers Grant Program, providing a significant boost to opportunities for local independent filmmakers and strengthening Jacksonville’s growing film industry.

Lane and pedestrian walkway closures are in place today on the Main Street Bridge as previously announced to remove the remnants of the old ramp from the Landing area and ultimately construct a pedestrian walkway that will connect Riverfront Plaza to the bridge.