The City of Jacksonville proudly announces the 2026 Tomorrow’s Leaders competition presented by VyStar Credit Union. The Tomorrow’s Leaders competition is an annual highlight of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast, recognizing and awarding youth in our community who exemplify the philosophies of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through leadership, community involvement, volunteerism, and civic responsibility. The Tomorrow’s Leaders competition winners will be recognized at The City of Jacksonville’s 39th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast on January 16, 2026, at the Prime Osborn Convention Center. Additional event and ticket sale details for the MLK Breakfast will be announced in November.

Today is our day, Duval! Every year on September 4th — 9/04 Day — we celebrate everything that makes Jacksonville special: our neighborhoods, our history, our parks and waterways, and the people who make the 904 one of a kind.

CP Carrico and CM Joe Carlucci are pictured with Page Program participants Krisha Somani and Nitin Mali following the certificate presentation on September 3, 2025. In response to significant interest, the Page Program was expanded to include LUZ meetings. Krisha Somani and Nitin Mali are the first participants to serve as Pages in this expanded program.
 

Mayor Donna Deegan will host a new round of town halls, which will be focused on the city’s budget.
 

Earlier today, the City of Jacksonville unveiled a “Safe Parks Wi-Fi Initiative.”

Fine-tuning your existing daily routines can change the course of your health. Small changes are helpful because they typically do not disrupt your normal routines. Many are barely noticeable, yet can bring significant results over time.

Establishing and maintaining healthy routines can help you stay on track with  your health goals. By implementing structured, daily practices, you can be more productive without compromising your health.

Building and maintaining lean body mass is the key to improving body composition.1 Lean body mass refers to the weight of everything in your body except fat, and it includes muscles, bones, organs, and fluids. A higher percentage of lean mass contributes to improved metabolism, better overall physical function, and reduced risk of chronic diseases.

Imagine living in a place where people live to be 100 years old, and they're still going strong. There are five special places around the world called "blue zones", where people live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Researchers have discovered people in these regions share nine common habits that contribute to their amazing health and happiness.