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Old Swimming Hall Lobeda: District Council Discusses Future Concept
Jena-Lobeda/Neulobeda (17.02.2026) – It is one of the most striking buildings in the district and has been the subject of intense discussion for some time: The “Alte Schwimmhalle” in Lobeda is the focus of the upcoming meeting of the Neulobeda district council. Tomorrow, Wednesday, the course for future use is to be set further.
Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld: Construction progress on the West Stand and new center for youth development
Construction at Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld is progressing according to plan. The transformation of the West Stand and the integration of the Youth Performance Center (NLZ) mark a significant milestone for FC Carl Zeiss Jena.
Great Solidarity in Jena: Call for Donations for FCC Legend Heiko Weber
Heiko Weber, the former player and coach of FC Carl Zeiss Jena, is battling pancreatic cancer. A donation campaign has been launched to fund a specialized pain therapy.
Emergency Services and Medical Assistance in Jena: Contact Points on Tuesday (17.02.)
Medical emergencies do not adhere to office hours. This guide provides an overview of the emergency medical network, on-call services, and pharmacies available in Jena for Tuesday, February 17.
Almost One Million Euros in Funding: Jena Startup Revolutionizes Eye Testing
JENA (17.02.2026) – Once again, Jena proves its reputation as a center for optics and photonics. The local startup Perceptec has secured significant funding to fundamentally change the way we have our eyes tested. With nearly one million euros in funding, a new process is to be brought to market maturity.
Collective Bargaining Dispute Ended: More Money for State Employees in Jena
Good news for thousands of public sector employees in Jena: The weeks of uncertainty are over. Employers and unions have agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement in the latest round of negotiations.
Moment of Terror on Playground in Jena: Children Find Hand Grenade
Children playing in a sandbox in Jena discovered a hand grenade on Sunday morning. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Service was called in to investigate the dangerous find.
New Living Space in Winzerla: Lebenshilfe Celebrates Topping-Out Ceremony An der Kelter
The Saale Betreuungswerk der Lebenshilfe Jena celebrated the topping-out ceremony for the expansion of its housing project in Jena-Winzerla. By adding floors to the existing building “An der Kelter,” new inclusive living space is being created.
High State Funding: Jena Startup Perceptec Revolutionizes the Eye Test
The Jena-based startup Perceptec GmbH receives approximately 930,000 euros in funding from the Free State of Thüringen to develop an automated, 3D-based virtual eye test aimed at addressing the shortage of skilled workers.