Mayor Deegan spoke about unity and progress at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast, highlighting her administration's work towards equity in Jacksonville.

St. Johns County School District is conducting surveys to gather feedback on federally funded programs, seeking to improve education based on community input.

Jacksonville city services will be altered for Martin Luther King Jr Day, with most city offices closed on January 20, 2025, while essential services remain active. Sanitation schedules will shift, but no yard waste collection will occur that week.

A proposed development of 52 townhomes in the World Golf Village area in St. Johns County is facing community concerns over traffic and infrastructure, despite addressing the need for affordable housing.

Officer Malik Daricaud of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office received a $142,000 donation from the Fraternal Order of Police Foundation to clear his home mortgage after suffering severe injuries in the line of duty.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has initiated clearing underbrush in parks to improve visibility and public safety, which may help in detecting and preventing crime.

Florida cities host events to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., including a parade in Pensacola and celebrations in St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Ocala, reflecting his civil rights legacy.

JEA is starting its routine tree trimming program to enhance safety and ensure reliable electricity in Atlantic Beach, with an online map showing affected areas.

Jacksonville Beach residents are invited to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day at St. Paul by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, with guest speaker Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick Jr.

Duval County Public Schools received a $7.4 million state grant to enhance career and technical education programs, funding new and existing initiatives in various high schools.

Jacksonville invites the community to the 38th MLK Breakfast with speaker Johnathan Eig and showcasing Tomorrow's Leaders contest winners' art, poetry, and essays.

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office recognized National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, thanking officers for their service and underscoring the importance of inter-agency partnerships.

Jacksonville's Emergency Preparedness Division issues heating safety tips and provides warming centers in response to cold weather and recent house fires.