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Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department Honors Members and Citizens at Annual Awards Ceremony
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 performed over the past year.
CITY OPENS NEW DOG PARK AND THEMED CAT ROOMS AT ACPS
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.
Get grounded by connecting with nature - Better You Wellness Newsletter
Grounding, also called earthing, is an effortless way to improve your health and wellbeing. It means making direct contact with the Earth's surface.
Summer safety: watch out for the heat stroke
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.
City Council President Honors Outstanding Community Leaders with Annual Council Awards
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 contributions of citizens who exemplify leadership, public service, community engagement, and a commitment to improving the quality of life throughout Jacksonville.
Mayor Donna Deegan Unveils River City Care, a Bold New Citywide Strategy to Tackle Jacksonville's Childcare Crisis
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
CITY OFFICES AND FACILITIES CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH
In observance of Juneteenth, the following City of Jacksonville government offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.
JACKSONVILLE NAMED “BEST-RUN CITY IN FLORIDA” BY WALLETHUB
Jacksonville was recently named the Best-Run City in Florida, according to WalletHub’s Best- & Worst-Run Cities in America (2026) ranking.
COJ to Host Public Meeting on the McCoy’s Creek Outfall Park
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.
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department lifts emergency burn ban
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department announced today that the burn ban issued under Jacksonville Municipal Code Section 420.202(e) has been lifted, effective immediately. Director/Fire Chief Percy Golden II made the decision following consultation with the National Weather Service, Florida Forest Service, and the Emergency Preparedness Division.