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Register for Virtual IT Accessibility Symposium on March 27-28, 2025
Join us for the ADA Accessibility Symposium 2025, a FREE virtual event hosted on Zoom! This two-day symposium will focus on important topics in accessibility, providing practical insights and strategies for creating more inclusive digital experiences.
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE OFFICE OF SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES THE 2025 JACKSONVILLE JAZZ FESTIVAL PERFORMER LINEUP
The wait is over—the 2025 Jacksonville Jazz Festival performer lineup has been announced. Attendees can expect an unforgettable weekend of performances by jazz icons and genre-blending artists.
MAYOR’S OFFICE & MERIDIAN WASTE REACH CONTRACT AMENDMENT AGREEMENT PENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION
The Mayor’s Office and Meridian Waste are pleased to announce a mutually agreeable resolution and compensation agreement for Area II, which covers the Northside, in lieu of legal action. Council President Randy White is introducing the proposed contract amendment as a one-cycle emergency bill at tonight’s City Council meeting.
CITY TO REINVEST NEARLY $8 MILLION INTO UNF AND JFRD PROJECTS
The City of Jacksonville undertakes a review process each year to reappropriate funding that was not spent in the previous fiscal year. $7,980,286 was identified from the 2023-2024 fiscal year during the most recent analysis. Funding for the following projects was unanimously passed by the Mayor’s Budget Review Committee today and will go to the Jacksonville City Council for review and final approval.
MAYOR DEEGAN SHARES UPDATES ON 904 LEAN & ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL COJ EFFICIENCY INITIATIVES
Earlier today, Mayor Deegan shared some new information about the City’s 904 Lean initiatives, which are focused on smarter governance, greater efficiency and responsible financial stewardship.
JaxReady Fest Returns April 25-26, 2025! FREE Admission, Parking, and Giveaways – A Fun-Filled Event for the Whole Family!
The City of Jacksonville’s Emergency Preparedness Division, in partnership with JEA, is excited to announce the return of JaxReady Fest, an interactive preparedness experience designed to empower Jacksonville residents with the knowledge and resources needed to stay safe in any emergency.
THE PLAYERS Championship Hosts 13th Annual Military Job Fair with Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition and City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department
THE PLAYERS Championship, in partnership with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition and the City of Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department (MAVD), is excited to announce the 13th Annual Military Job Fair. This free event is open to all military personnel, veterans, and military spouses seeking new career opportunities.
Atlantic Sun Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments Headed to Jacksonville
Atlantic Sun Conference (ASUN) Commissioner Jeff Bacon announced Wednesday a multi-year agreement to bring the ASUN Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments to Jacksonville, Fla., starting in 2026. This marks the first time since 2013 that the conference conducts both of its Basketball postseason events at a single site.
UNCF Jacksonville and Edward Waters University to host 2025 Mayor’s Masked Ball
Through events like this, UNCF is changing the HBCU narrative across the nation by helping underrepresented students to get to and through college
Activity Schedule is now available for the Fourth Annual 7 Creeks Fest on Saturday, March 8
The free, family-friendly event celebrating the 7 Creeks Recreation Area is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.