Jacksonville Public Library decides to keep 6 branches closed
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. The Jacksonville Public Library is having a change of heart on the reopening six of its locations. But because of the spike in coronavirus cases, the library has decided to keep them closed out of an abundance of caution. The librarys tech team will also be holding virtual classes. JPLs tech team will be holding classes on a variety of professional subjects. To find more information on the closures, reserving books or classes, visit the librarys website.
Jacksonville breaking ground on 2 new fire stations
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department is beginning construction on two new fire stations this week. Crews broke ground on Fire Station 61 off Middleburg Road and 103rd Street on Tuesday morning. It will open in under one year and will serve the people of Oakleaf and Argyle and need for additional rescue service in the area. Today was groundbreaking day for the next fire station in the city....Fire Station 61 on Old Middleburg rd will open in under a year serving the Argyle and Oakleaf area. #growth @CityofJax @JaxReady pic.twitter.com/PHwDLWd30c MyJFRD (@JFRDJAX) June 25, 2019On Friday, Jacksonville Fire and Rescue will begin construction on Station 73, near the Commerce Center.