Your update on city life, tips, and upcoming events in Jena.
The district council of Jena-Winzerla has voted against the construction of a new community center, favoring the repurposing of existing buildings like the Goetheschule to preserve resources and urban identity.
To address the housing shortage, the Jena city administration has presented local guidelines for the implementation of the federal “Bauturbo” law, aiming to simplify and accelerate construction projects.
Maxim Hessel, the 20-year-old defensive talent from FC Carl Zeiss Jena, has reportedly attracted interest from several professional clubs, including Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart, following an impressive season in the Regionalliga Nordost.
A missing teenager from Jena has been found safe in Kassel. Police confirm the search is over with no evidence of criminal activity, highlighting successful cross-state cooperation.
Lord Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche reviews a multifaceted week in Jena, covering economic highlights at Jenoptik, the local carnival season, and social dialogue at the Seniorenbüro.
The 2026 flea market season in Jena begins on February 21. Organized by JenaKultur, the monthly events in the city center offer a wide range of second-hand goods, vintage items, and antiques.
The Jena sports community is rallying behind one of its own. A donation account has been established for former coach Weber to provide financial support during a challenging personal period.
A coordinated effort by Jena’s emergency services led to the successful rescue of an injured 40-year-old man in Lobeda-West on Saturday evening following a psychological crisis.
Jena police faced a busy weekend following a series of attempted burglaries in Göschwitz and a violent incident in the city center. While one suspect was arrested after a pursuit, investigators are still searching for the culprits behind the residential break-ins.
Med-tech giant Carl Zeiss Meditec reports a quarterly loss of 4.9 million euros due to challenges in the Chinese market. The Jena-based company is now weighing a production shift to Asia as it adjusts its financial forecast.