Three local students have been selected as the winners of the 2021 Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast Tomorrow’s Leaders presented by VyStar Credit Union essay contest. The announcement was made Tuesday, Jan. 5, by Mayor Lenny Curry, who made unexpected visits to the students’ schools and virtual classroom to share the news in front of their teachers and classmates.

The City of Jacksonville’s Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) suggests easy tips to help keep your pets safe this holiday.

In observance of New Year’s Day, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Friday, Jan. 1, 2021.

Jacksonville, Fl. – Council Member Gaffney will be joined by several colleagues on Wednesday, December 30^th, 2020, in front of City Hall for a press conference regarding Lot J. The press conference will begin promptly at 10:00 AM.
 

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) wants pet owners to not only set health and wellness goals for themselves this year, but to set similar goals for their pets.

The City of Jacksonville invites residents and visitors Downtown to ring in the New Year with fireworks shining bright over the St. Johns River. The traditional fireworks show will begin at midnight on Jan. 1, 2021.
 

This year, JaxParks is offering their Holiday Blast Camp virtually!

In observance of Christmas, the following City government offices and facilities will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, and Friday, Dec.  25.

Starting Friday, Dec. 18, at 9 a.m., the City of Jacksonville will provide another round of funds for businesses affected by the pandemic through its Small Business Relief Program. Along with offering financial support to those who lost revenue due to the impact of COVID-19, the program was designed to encourage approved businesses to retain their employees.

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) and the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) are inviting residents to participate in the Silent Night program by fostering a shelter pet through the holiday.