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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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MAYOR DEEGAN DEBUTS NEW LITTER-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT, CAMERAS IN CITYWIDE PUSH TO KEEP JAX CUTE

MAYOR DEEGAN DEBUTS NEW LITTER-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT, CAMERAS IN CITYWIDE PUSH TO KEEP JAX CUTE

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS DIVISION URGES RESIDENTS TO BE JAXREADY AT THE START OF HURRICANE SEASON

Today marks the first day of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, and the City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness Division is urging residents to take proactive steps now to protect themselves and be JaxReady.

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Better You Newsletter-Men's Health: A Proactive Approach

Life can get crazy! Between work, family, friends, and activities, it's easy to get overwhelmed and forget to take care of yourself. But taking care of your health is important. By making self-care a priority, you can feel happier, healthier, and more balanced.

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JaxParks is seeking Programming for Community Centers

The City of Jacksonville's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department is requesting proposals from 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) organizations to manage and provide programming at several City-owned Community Centers! Community centers currently available for proposals include Westbrook, Mitchell, Beachwood, Lewis Cobb, and Warrington Community Centers.

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CITY TO CELEBRATE AMERICA’s 250th ANNIVERSARY ON JULY 3 AND 4, 2026

The City of Jacksonville will celebrate America's 250th anniversary on July 3 and 4, 2026 with free, family-friendly celebrations that will include activities across the north and south banks of Downtown Jacksonville, including: