Southern Impression Homes plans roughly 108 build‑to‑rent homes in Jacksonville as part of a seven‑project Florida expansion, the company says. The move adds single‑family rental stock to a market investors are targeting.

St. Johns County is experiencing growth and infrastructure improvements, with 61 projects completed in 2025 and 59 more planned for 2026, involving an investment of over $820 million across various sectors.

The Dickinson Memorial Library in Orange City is over a century old, standing as a cultural and educational monument, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

St. Augustine will hold its 43rd Annual Arbor Day Ceremony at Connor Park, featuring tree planting and speeches by local officials, to promote urban forestry.

St. Johns County Public Library teams with Mayday Ice Cream for Library Lovers' Month, letting residents vote on book-inspired flavors; winning flavor to be served in February.

Neptune Beach Police offer free "No Trespassing" signs to deter construction site trespassing, which is a felony in Florida. Contact their Community Development to get one.

Jacksonville is preparing to build two new elementary schools by 2027, with Pickett and Hogan–Spring Glen Elementary being reconstructed to provide a modern learning environment.

St. Johns County officials announce the start of construction on the Fort Matanzas Beach Ramp for November 17, 2025, with expected completion by May 2026.

St. Johns County is seeking public input through an online survey for its Coastal Management Plan, addressing coastal protection and management strategies.

The Jacksonville Planning Commission's vote on Apna Bazar's proposed on-site slaughterhouse ended in a tie, deferring the decision. Local opposition cites environmental concerns.

Clay County installed its 200th AED, equipped with Narcan, targeting high-traffic areas and vehicles, funded by the National Opioid Settlement. Public training and further installations are planned.

Jacksonville's Mixon Town is set to see reduced flooding from an environmental project reopening McCoys Creek, aiming to enhance water quality and create recreational spaces.

Jacksonville introduces a mural project for a Riverside pump station, featuring Patrick Maxcy's design that celebrates the city's relationship with water and community. The project is supported by local businesses and has generated excitement online.