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- Black History Month celebrations continue this weekend in LaVilla at the first ever Black History Market: 🔶 Saturday, February 7th 🔶 2:00–6:00 PM 🔶 120 N. Lee Street Join us as we help honor the historic neighborhood that shaped Jacksonville's identity and rich heritage.
- We are so honored to be a part of the newest U.S. Civil Rights Trail expansion in 2026. The Jacksonville Civil Rights Trail will consist of place-based markers & education highlighting and connecting visitors to where history unfolded. Read more here: jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
- Save the date 📆 Our Mayor's African American Advisory Board Celebration of Black History Month is coming up Wednesday, February 18: ◾️ Jax Public Library Main Branch - Hicks Auditorium ◾️ 303 N. Laura St. ◾️ 6pm Join us as we honor the leadership and impact of community members throughout our City.
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- ICYMI: @mayordeegan.bsky.social hosted the first of 8 Town Halls last night at Raines High School. If you weren't able to attend, you can view the meeting on our YouTube channel here: youtu.be/PIAiKUKYbQ4 For the complete schedule of upcoming Town Halls, go to: www.jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
- The next Town Hall meeting will be on Tuesday, February 17th at Westside High School, 5530 Firestone Rd. from 6-7:30 PM.
- Final days to register 💻 The 2026 Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board/UNF Environmental Symposium registration closes February 6th. This event is free to attend, but there is limited space for both days. For registration, schedules, times, and more details: jacksonville.gov/environmenta...
- Starting tomorrow 📅 @mayordeegan.bsky.social will host a new round of Town Halls to discuss her administration’s efforts to make housing and health care more affordable, shore up underserved neighborhoods, and improve infrastructure across the city. When and where: jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
- This year, Black History Month marks its 100th anniversary. The City of Jacksonville is proud to honor the impact, resilience, and contributions of Black leaders past, present, and future. Throughout the month of February, stay posted for details on Black History Month events, highlights, & more.
- ☀️ Good Morning ☀️ Happy Monday! It’s another beautiful, but freezing cold start to the day today. Good news is this cold snap is just about done and warmer temps are on the way. Stay safe, stay warm, and check on your neighbors. Have a great day today and a wonderful week ahead Jacksonville!
- With temperatures dropping fast, the Legends Center has opened early this evening and will remain open until noon on Sunday. Stay warm, Jax!
- 🥶 Warming Center Update 🥶 COJ Warming Centers will now be open through Monday, February 2nd. The Legends Center at 5130 Soutel Dr. is open nightly from 9pm-9am for those needing a warm place. JTA buses will provide transport from bus stops across Jax at no cost. www.jaxready.com/preparedness...
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- Today is our warmest day this week, but don't break out your flip-flops yet. Another cold front is coming this weekend with extremely low wind chills. We're extending Warming Center hours on Sunday, February 1st, where the Legends Center will be open until Noon. jaxready.com/preparedness...
- Help shape the future of the Brentwood Library tonight at an Open House hosted by the Jax Library, ADG Design Group, & Haskell: 🗓️ Thu, 1/29 🏢 KIPP V.O.I.C.E. Academy 📍 813 Golfair Blvd ⌚️ Doors open at 5:30pm Input gathered will help inform planning and design efforts as the project moves forward.
- If you are using a space heater to keep warm during this cold snap, there are a few safety reminders you should always practice. Thank you Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department and JaxReady for these important tips:
- 🥶 Warming Center Update 🥶 COJ Warming Centers will now be open through Monday, February 2nd. The Legends Center at 5130 Soutel Dr. is open nightly from 9pm-9am for those needing a warm place. JTA buses will provide transport from bus stops across Jax at no cost. www.jaxready.com/preparedness...
- 🌥️ Good Morning 🌥️ Happy Monday Duval! We have a wet and drizzly start to the day, giving way to cold temps for the rest of the week. Thanks for taking some extra caution on the roadways when you are out and about. Have an awesome day today and a wonderful week ahead - Make it happen Jacksonville!
- Save the dates 📅 @mayordeegan.bsky.social will host a new round of Town Halls to discuss her administration’s efforts to make housing and health care more affordable, shore up underserved neighborhoods, and improve infrastructure across the city. When and where: jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
- Looking for some free, family fun tonight? Join our JaxParks team at Riverfront Plaza for Movie Night featuring "Superman." The show starts at 7pm but you are going to want to get there early to snag a good place for your chairs and blankets. Popcorn is on us - See you there!
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- Today, the City of Jacksonville launched the development of its State of the Food plan. This work will help us better understand how food is grown, accessed, and consumed as our city continues to grow.
- It turned out to be beautiful parade weather despite a cold start to the day! Thanks to all who joined us to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a community.
- It’s underway! The 45th annual MLK Day Parade is en route from EverBank Stadium to James Weldon Johnson Park as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Congratulations to Military Affairs and Veterans Department Director Harrison Conyers for receiving the American Defense Community Champion Award from the Association of Defense Communities and Navy Federal Credit Union this week. He goes above and beyond for our military and veterans every day.
- In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, certain City government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026. For a complete list of closures, please go to: www.jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
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- With the arrival of cold weather Sunday night, the COJ Warming Center will be open overnight to residents who lack access to adequate heat: 🌡️ Sunday, 1/18 at 9pm to Sunday, 1/19 at 9am 🌡️ Legends Center 🌡️ 5130 Soutel Drive For complete information: www.jaxready.com/preparedness...
- Happening now: the 39th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast, presented by Florida Blue, where community members from across the city are gathering to honor his life, legacy, and service.
- With the arrival of cold weather tonight, the COJ Warming Center will be open overnight to residents who lack access to adequate heat: 🌡️ Thursday, 1/15, at 9pm to Friday, 1/16 at 9am 🌡️ Legends Center 🌡️ 5130 Soutel Drive For complete information: www.jaxready.com/preparedness...
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- The 2026 Great Tree Giveaway and Paper Shredding Event is coming up this Saturday, January 17th: 🌳 9am to 1pm 🌳 UNF Stadium Parking-Lot 18 🌳 3 free trees per vehicle 🌳 2 (30) gallon bags of paper for shredding For complete information, go to: greenscapeofjax.org/events/green...
- Next Monday 1/19, join the Law Offices of Ron Sholes and the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Foundation at the annual MLK Day Parade. Starting at 11am from Lot E of EverBank Stadium, the parade will go west along Bay Street to Market Street. Go to www.mlkfdnorg.com/event-detail... for more details.
- 🌤️ Good Morning 🌤️ Happy Monday! First time we haven’t had a Victory Monday in a while and it feels weird. The sun is still shining, but you might need a jacket as you head out this morning. Let’s have a great day today and a wonderful week ahead - Make it happen Jacksonville!
- Readers are leaders, and if you have a young leader in your household, be sure to sign up to receive one free book each month.
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- Today, on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we salute each and every member of our law enforcement community for their commitment to protect and serve. Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice.
- Let's go Jags! #DUUUVAL
- Attention vets: The City, with our Military Affairs & Veterans Department are proud to host the annual Veterans Stand Down January 23 & 24. This 2-day event consists of a veterans job fair with support services and a day for homeless veteran resources. More info: jacksonville.gov/departments/...
- Hello from McPherson Park where volunteers from Springfield Preservation & Revitalization are doing a great job keeping it clean and litter-free. They just adopted the park through the JaxParks Adopt-A-Park program. For more details, email adoptapark@coj.net, or go to jacksonville.gov/adoptapark.
- Save the date ♻️ The 2026 Great Tree Giveaway and Paper Shredding Event is coming up on Saturday, January 17th: 🌳 9am to 1pm 🌳 UNF Stadium Parking-Lot 18 For details on what trees will be available, document shredding, and volunteer opportunities: greenscapeofjax.org/events/green...
- Join us Friday, January 16 as we celebrate the life & legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at our 39th annual MLK Day Breakfast presented by Florida Blue. Doors to the Prime Osborn Convention Center open at 6:15am, with breakfast at 7, and the ceremony starting at 8. www.eventbrite.com/e/39th-annua...
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- ☁️ Good Morning ☁️ Happy Victory Monday! It may be a new year, but it’s the same result. We hope you all had an absolutely fantastic holiday season filled with family, love, and new opportunities. It’s a great opportunity to start this week with a win - Make it happen Jacksonville!
- In observance of New Year’s Day, certain City government offices & facilities will be closed on Thursday Jan 1, 2026. We encourage everyone to join us at our New Year’s Eve Fireworks show. Closure info: www.jacksonville.gov/welcome/news... Celebration info: events.jacksonville.gov/special-even...
- ☀️ Good Morning ☀️ Happy Victory Monday! We hope everyone has had an absolutely wonderful holiday season so far. Speaking of absolutely wonderful, it is another gorgeous start to the day today. Let’s finish the last week of the year on a high note starting with a fantastic day today!
- Today marks the beginning of the 7-day festival of Kwanzaa. To those celebrating, we wish joy and happiness to you and yours.
- From all of us at the City of Jacksonville, we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas 🎄 We hope the holiday is filled with peace, health, and happiness for all.
- ☀️ Good Morning ☀️ Happy Victory Monday! The sun shines just a bit brighter, even after 6 straight of these. It’s another gorgeous start to the day today with sunny skies forecast for the rest of the week. We hope everyone has a great day today and a wonderful week ahead. Make it happen Jacksonville!
- ICYMI: The City of Jacksonville was recently selected as one of 32 cities worldwide to participate in the 2025-2028 European Union’s EU Cities Gateway North America Program as part of the Affordable and Attainable Housing cluster. For more details, go to: www.jacksonville.gov/welcome/news...
- The championship celebrations continue this Saturday, December 20th with the Championship Parade. The parade will begin at 9am from Lonnie Miller Park and proceed down Moncrief Road to Raines High School. Way to go Vikings!
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- Congratulations to our latest Jax Litter League winners: "Collect and Connect" ♻️ Led by team captain Susan Shinego, this Northside group of 20 amazing citizens removed 227 bags of litter - that is almost 4 tons of trash! Hope you enjoyed the Jags game. Thank you all so much!
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- 🌥️ Good Morning 🌥️ Happy Victory Monday! How was your weekend? We hope it was a good one. It’s a great start to the week if you like breezy and cold mornings. You might need a jacket and a hat before heading out today. Let’s have an awesome day today and a wonderful week ahead!
- To all of our Jewish friends and neighbors those who celebrate, Happy Hanukkah. We wish nothing but peace and joy for everyone during this Festival of Light.
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- The Get Covered Jax campaign is back - aimed at helping Jacksonville residents without health insurance get covered. If you have questions, we're hosting a phone bank today, Thursday, December 11, from 7am-7pm. Phonebank volunteers can be reached at 904-516-2552. www.jacksonville.gov/getcoveredjax
- Today, @mayordeegan.bsky.social signed the three-year agreements that provide well deserved raises to city employees. We thank our three labor union partners for working with us on an outcome that is good for city staff and taxpayers. We also thank City Council for approving the contracts.
- Affordable housing continues to be an important city priority. Our Housing and Community Development Division invested $1 million in Emergency Rental Assistance Program funding to support this new development on the Westside.
