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Make Your Workouts Work for you - Live Well Newsletter

Time, duration, and frequency matter when it comes to fitness. Balancing these three components can significantly impact your fitness results. When mapping out a workout plan, it is important to first understand your fitness goals. Whether you enjoy starting your day with movement or ending your day with a stress-releasing workout, knowing the science behind workout timing can help you make the most of your efforts.

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Exploring Workout Types - Live Well Newsletter

There are endless ways to move your body and improve your fitness. Understanding different types of exercises and workouts can help you choose the best ones for your lifestyle and goals.

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Fit Tech Updates - Live Well Newsletter

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 Public Library Brings 120+ Authors to Jax Book Fest

Featuring New York Times bestselling authors, local authors, and free activities for readers of all ages

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JACKSONVILLE IS BOOMING!

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

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City of Jacksonville Opens 2027 Tomorrow’s Leaders Essay Contest Presented by VyStar Credit Union

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.

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CITY OFFICES AND FACILITIES CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY

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

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JACKSONVILLE ACHIEVES LEED FOR CITIES PLATINUM CERTIFICATION

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

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Why your annual wellness exam matters- Better You newsletter

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.

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Stay Healthy this Flu Season-Better You Newsletter

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.