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JaxReady Fest 2025 offers free event to strengthen community emergency preparedness
The JaxReady Fest 2025 is scheduled for April 25 and 26 at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Duval Times Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Retail Trade industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Retail Trade industry based in the Duval Times publication area submitted 40 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Jacksonville prepares for 2025 Earth Day Festival to promote sustainable living
The City of Jacksonville is set to host its Annual Earth Day Festival on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at James Weldon Johnson Park.
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Jacksonville launches Minecraft challenge and Esport event for student engagement
The City of Jacksonville has introduced an innovative initiative called Jacksonville World in Minecraft Education.
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Duval Times publication area records 4 H-1B petitions from employers classified under Other Services (except Public Administration) industry during 2024
In 2024, four H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Other Services (except Public Administration) industry located within the Duval Times publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Fair Housing Expo to address housing issues in Jacksonville on April 26
The Jacksonville Human Rights Commission is set to organize its annual housing expo on April 26, 2025, at the Downtown Main Library.
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H-1B Insights: Employers in Duval Times publication area file 683 petitions throughout 2024
Employers based in the Duval Times publication area submitted 683 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Duval Times publication area records 17 H-1B petitions from employers classified under Construction industry during 2024
Employers classified under the Construction industry based in the Duval Times publication area submitted 17 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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New partnership offers financing for Myrtle-Moncrief Corridor improvements
Pinnacle Financial Partners has announced a collaboration with the city to offer short-term financing to commercial property owners within the Myrtle-Moncrief Avenue B Business Corridor.
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ACPS invites involvement in 2025 shelter fundraiser for community animal welfare
Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) will participate in the 2025 Worldwide "Shelter Slumber Pawty", an annual event aimed at inspiring community members to support local animal shelters creatively, including overnight stays at the facility.
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Recruitment for lifeguard and pool manager positions in 2025 announced
The Aquatics Team is recruiting lifeguards and pool managers for the 2025 summer pool season.
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Mayor Deegan opposes ordinance 2025-147 for its impact on immigrant communities
Mayor Donna Deegan recently addressed Ordinance 2025-147 and its implications for immigrant communities during a public speech, emphasizing concerns about the language in the legislation that could cause fear among legally residing immigrants.
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22 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under Transportation and Warehousing industry across Duval Times publication area in 2024
In 2024, 22 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Transportation and Warehousing industry located within the Duval Times publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Friendship Fountain closure scheduled for maintenance starting April 1, 2025
Friendship Fountain in Jacksonville will be temporarily closed for maintenance beginning April 1, 2025.
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LaSalle Street drainage project prompts road closures in 2024
Plans for the LaSalle Street drainage improvement project, which involves constructing new pipes and inlets, are moving forward with a projected timeline from 2024 to 2026.
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City of Jacksonville hosts virtual IT accessibility symposium in March 2025
The City of Jacksonville Disabled Services Department is hosting a Virtual IT Accessibility Symposium on March 27-28, 2025.
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LaSalle Street drainage improvements project starts 2024, concludes 2026
The City of Jacksonville has announced a significant new project aimed at improving the LaSalle Stormwater Collection System, with construction scheduled from 2024 to 2026.
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2 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry across Duval Times publication area in 2024
Employers classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry based in the Duval Times publication area submitted two H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Jacksonville Jazz Festival moves location to welcome larger crowds in 2025
The City of Jacksonville Office of Sports and Entertainment has announced the lineup for the 2025 Jacksonville Jazz Festival.
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Finance and Insurance industry employers submit 54 H-1B petitions across Duval Times publication area in 2024
In 2024, 54 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry located within the Duval Times publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.