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St. Johns to get new library and parks without raising property taxes
4+ hour, 36+ min ago (316+ words) ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. " St John's County children will soon have a new place to play, gather, and read as construction on a new public library began on Tuesday. Officials say this will help alleviate some of the overcrowding at…...
Young kids missed the pandemic's school disruptions. Their reading scores are still behind
22+ hour, 5+ min ago (414+ words) WASHINGTON " When COVID-19 wrought havoc on society in early 2020, today's youngest schoolchildren were infants or yet to be born. Now in their early school years, researchers are beginning to see how the pandemic years have shaped their education, even though…...
Groundwork Jacksonville hiring project manager to lead Emerald Trail design and construction
20+ hour, 42+ min ago (225+ words) Groundwork Jacksonville hiring project manager to lead Emerald Trail design and construction'Action News Jax Groundwork Jacksonville hiring project manager to lead Emerald Trail design and construction JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " Groundwork Jacksonville is hiring an Emerald Trail Project Manager to oversee the…...
New Jax City Minecraft Build Challenge returns, inviting students to reimagine public spaces
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (136+ words) The New Jax City Minecraft Build Challenge has returned to Duval County JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " The New Jax City Minecraft Build Challenge has returned to Duval County, tasking local students with reimagining Jacksonville's public spaces through digital design. Participants will use…...
Ohio State University's president resigns after reporting 'inappropriate relationship"
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (541+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio " Ohio State University is investigating after President Walter "Ted" Carter Jr. resigned abruptly over the weekend following the disclosure of "an inappropriate relationship" with a woman seeking public resources for her personal business, the university said Monday. Carter,…...
Jacksonville Humane Society Summer Camp | What to know, how to register
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (196+ words) National Change a Pet's Life Day JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " Parents interested in an animal-focused summer camp can soon sign their children up for the 2026 Jacksonville Humane Society Summer Camp. Registration opens Wednesday at 2 p.m. The program offers seven week-long sessions designed for…...
LIST | Northeast Florida’s March job fairs
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (284+ words) CareerSource Northeast Florida has scheduled several job fairs and hiring events throughout March to connect job seekers with employers across the region. CareerSource Northeast Florida provides workforce services for employers and job seekers alike in Baker, Clay, Duval, Nassau, Putnam…...
Putnam County Sheriff’s Office looking to hire 911 emergency dispatchers
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (99+ words) PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. " The Putnam County Sheriff's Office is currently hiring 911 emergency dispatchers to join its communications team. The agency is seeking individuals who are interested in helping others during times of need. The sheriff's office provides all necessary training…...
St. Johns County Parks and Recreation to host free astronomy class, open to all ages
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (241+ words) St. Johns County Parks and Rec - Astronomy Class St. Johns County Parks and Rec - Astronomy Class HASTINGS, Fla. " St. Johns County Parks and Recreation and the Ancient City Astronomy Club are partnering to host a free "Night Under the Stars…...
‘Helps us grow’: Students learn about law, mental health at Jacksonville Urban League summit
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (251+ words) JACKSONVILLE, Fla. " The Jacksonville Urban League said its Thrive Youth Crime Prevention Summit aims to do three things: Educate, Prevent, and Empower. The summit was held Friday afternoon at the Ritz Theatre in Downtown Jacksonville. Over 300 students from Duval and…...