Clay County announces a week of meetings for residents to engage in local governance on topics from licensing to historic preservation at the Administration Building.

JFRD honored twelve retirees for their service and vital contributions to the department and community, emphasizing their legacy in mentoring succeeding firefighters.

The Florida DOH highlighted its 2025 health care advancements focusing on medical freedom, expanded access, and emergency services, partnering with USF and supporting a growing health workforce.

Jacksonville's enforcement intensifies traffic law education and patrolling to reduce fatalities, featuring Officer Scott Tucker's social media outreach on safe driving practices.

St. Johns County offices, including libraries, will be closed for the New Year holiday. Trash services are delayed by one day, resuming January 3. Residents are encouraged to check social media and the county website for updates.

Julie Bartley has been named the new branch manager of Bartram Trail Branch Library with a focus on staff oversight, operations, and program expansion.

St. Augustine opens its Neighborhood Grant Program for community enhancement projects, offering up to $3,000 in funding with applications due January 1-15.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office will close its facilities during Christmas and New Year's but maintain essential operations like Patrol and Communications.

Jacksonville announces closures of government offices during holidays, with service adjustments on Christmas and New Year's Day, and altered operation hours for city services and facilities.

A new Florida law effective October 1, 2025, restricts license plate frames and bans covers that obscure plate visibility for cameras and law enforcement.

The Fernandina Beach Police Department informed residents about e-bike laws, clarifying that bikes with motors over 750 watts are regulated as motorcycles and require proper licensing.

St. Augustine's Neighborhood Grant Program begins accepting applications on Jan 1, 2026, for community enhancement projects, offering up to $3,000 in funds.

Jacksonville held "Family Literacy Night" at Cummer Museum to foster reading, with Mayor Deegan attending and various activities, including access to the Bookmobile and free book giveaways.