St. Johns County Proposes Adjusted Millage Rates as Part of $1.27B Budget for FY2026 with Public Hearings Set for September
St. Johns County proposes budget changes including altered millage rates, a $25 million emergency reserve, and a $169 million capital improvement program, with plans for new hires and infrastructure projects. Public hearings are set for September.
Olympic Champion Ryan Murphy and Jacksonville Mayor Launch Swim Safety Campaign Amid Rising Drowning Rates
Olympic medalist Ryan Murphy and Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan launched a swim safety initiative to prevent drownings, especially among children, by offering swim education and safety programs.
Florida Governor DeSantis Announces $30M for Cancer Innovation Fund, Totaling $265M in State Cancer Initiatives
Florida's Governor DeSantis announced a $30 million allocation for the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund, enhancing rural cancer care and research, as part of a broader $265.4 million cancer initiative budget.
Jacksonville Invests $1 Million for Preschool Literacy Boost with "The Mayor's Book Club"
Jacksonville's Mayor Deegan and former Mayor Peyton partner to expand early literacy with a $1 million investment from the Gate Foundation, creating The Mayor's Book Club to distribute free monthly books to preschoolers.












