Jacksonville ranks fifth among U.S. cities attracting college-educated residents, with a gain of 5,310 in 2023, reflective of its affordability, job opportunities, and strategic urban planning.

St. Johns County Beach Services reports on a successful 2024 summer, highlighting beach maintenance, event management, environmental conservation, and infrastructure improvements.

Jacksonville's city government and the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) recently announced a collaborative initiative to plant trees at city bus stops, aiming to enhance public transit experience and urban environmental health.

Jacksonville's Film & Television Office welcomes seven new members to its Advisory Commission, including diverse professionals from film, media, academia, independent cinema, city council, and business sectors.

The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners unanimously denied a proposed development of 3,332 residential units, citing transportation and infrastructure concerns, particularly on State Road 16.

SJC Cultural Events, Inc. donated $80,120 to St. Johns County's Land Acquisition Management Program for environmental conservation, funded by the Sing Out Loud Festival.

St. Johns County Public Library's Food for Fines program allows patrons to pay off overdue fines with food donations, supporting the local food pantry.

Jacksonville's Get Covered Jax! 2024 campaign, led by Mayor Donna Deegan, aims to simplify healthcare enrollment and reduce the number of uninsured. The previous campaign saw a 34% decrease in uninsured residents.

St. Johns County's "Get Hooked" anti-litter campaign won the Savvy and Diamond Awards for its effectiveness in environmental stewardship at a national conference.

Clay County participates in Operation Green Light for Veterans, lighting up landmarks in green and coordinating outfits to honor military service members.

News4Jax's feature on St. Johns firefighters' battle for disability benefits, "After The Smoke Clears," is nominated for a Suncoast Chapter Emmy Award.

The JEA board is under investigation for potential Sunshine Law violations involving discussions on CEO leadership changes, with the Office of Inspector General forwarding the matter to the State Attorney.

Riverside High School launched the VyStar Academy of Business, featuring a student-run credit union to teach practical money management and business skills.