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Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Jacksonville
San Pablo kindergarteners complete zoo trip five weeks after bus crash
San Pablo kindergarteners completed their zoo field trip Wednesday, five weeks after an April bus crash injured four classmates. The class first visited Fire Station 37 to thank the firefighters and paramedics who responded.
Education Subcommittee Meets Today at City Hall
The Mayor's Health and Accessibility Advisory Board's Education, Healthcare & Wellness Subcommittee meets today at City Hall at 11 a.m. The public can attend in person or join via Microsoft Teams.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Public Safety Subcommittee Meets at City Hall
The Mayor's Public Safety, Veterans & Faith Subcommittee convened Friday at City Hall to discuss policy matters affecting Jacksonville.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville bans all open burning as drought reaches worst levels in 150 years
Jacksonville bans all open burning effective immediately as the region faces extreme drought and the driest conditions since 1872.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville bans all open burning as drought hits 150-year low
Jacksonville banned all open burning immediately as the region faces its driest conditions in 150 years, with the Keetch-Byram Drought Index at critically high levels.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville lifts emergency burn ban as conditions improve
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue lifted its emergency burn ban Tuesday after rainfall improved conditions and reduced wildfire risk across Northeast Florida.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville lifts emergency burn ban as fire danger drops
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue lifted its emergency burn ban today after recent rainfall reduced fire danger across Northeast Florida. Residents still must obtain permits for legal outdoor burning.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville lifts emergency burn ban as conditions improve
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department lifted its emergency burn ban effective immediately after rainfall reduced wildfire risk across Northeast Florida.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville launches litter reduction campaign with app, cleanup competition
Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan launched "Keep Jax Cute: Don't Pollute," a campaign combining cleanup competitions, a mobile app for reporting dumping, and community engagement to reduce litter citywide.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville launches $400,000 equipment push against illegal dumping
Jacksonville invests $400,000 in all-terrain vehicles, cameras, and volunteer supplies to fight litter and illegal dumping across the city.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville Fire Chief Bans All Open Burning in Duval County
Jacksonville Fire Chief Percy Golden II banned all open burning in Duval County immediately due to dangerous wildfire conditions.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville hosts 250th anniversary celebrations July 3-4 with free music, fireworks
Jacksonville celebrates America's 250th anniversary July 3-4 with free music, fireworks, and activities across three downtown locations.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville lifts emergency burn ban as conditions improve
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue lifted its emergency burn ban after rainfall reduced fire danger across Duval County. Year-round open burning regulations remain in effect.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville lifts emergency burn ban as conditions improve
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue lifted its emergency burn ban effective immediately, citing improved weather and recent rainfall that reduced fire danger across Duval County to low levels.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville urges residents to prepare as hurricane season opens
Jacksonville officials released a hurricane preparedness guide today as the Atlantic season opened, urging residents to review emergency plans and supplies before a storm threatens.
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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Jacksonville Temple Celebrates International Women's Day with Cultural Performances
The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Jacksonville marked International Women's Day with community speeches, health presentations, and cultural performances.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
College Students Gather in St. Augustine to Discuss Faith and Human Dignity
College students gathered in St. Augustine on March 28 for a faith retreat hosted by the Office of Human Life & Dignity, hearing from national speaker Jeff Joaquin and Bishop Erik Pohlmeier.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
NAS Jacksonville Wins Navy Fire Prevention Award
NAS Jacksonville won the Navy's Fire Prevention Program of the Year award, recognizing its fire and emergency services personnel for protecting people, property, and the environment.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Baptist Primary Care Offers Comprehensive Brain and Spine Services in Jacksonville
Baptist Primary Care in Jacksonville now offers comprehensive brain and spine services, including neurology and neurosurgery, for local residents.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Baptist Doctors: Protect Your Skin From Summer Sun
Baptist Primary Care physicians remind Jacksonville residents to use SPF 30 sunscreen, seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and wear protective clothing to reduce skin cancer risk this summer.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville Earns Comprehensive Stroke Center Designation
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville earned Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center designation, ensuring top-tier stroke care for the community.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Queen of Angels Catholic Store Serves Jacksonville's Faithful
Queen of Angels Catholic Store in Jacksonville offers rosaries, books, statues, and gifts to support the local Catholic community's spiritual growth.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Excel Kids Summer Camp Returns June 3rd with 'Start the Party' Theme
The Excel Kids Summer Camp returns to Jacksonville from June 3rd to June 7th, featuring a "Start the Party!" theme for local children.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Thursday, June 18, 2026