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.

Florida's ID changes necessitate voters to update registration details due to new driver license number system aimed at preventing identity theft, as informed by the Duval County Supervisor of Elections.

Orange Park invites residents to participate in its 2026 Council Meeting schedule, offering both in-person and virtual attendance options, with meetings available live or on-demand to ensure broad civic engagement.

Jacksonville joins the EU Cities Gateway North America Program to work on affordable housing with cities worldwide, aiming to share strategies and develop a housing pilot project.

Jacksonville Mayor Deegan signed three-year collective bargaining agreements, granting city employees raises, with the support of labor unions and the City Council.

Jacksonville invested $1M into an Emergency Rental Assistance Program for housing on the Westside, reflecting its commitment to addressing the housing crisis.