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Johanna Wartenberg has been honored with the prestigious Otto-Schott-Ehrenpreis at the Otto-Schott-Gymnasium in Jena for her outstanding academic achievements and her significant social commitment.
Jena, June 23, 2026. Jena police are investigating property damage after unknown individuals defaced several buildings in the city center last weekend. Significant property damage in the four-digit range was incurred.
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the global Fête de la Musique once again drew numerous music enthusiasts into the public spaces of Jena. A particular highlight was the event at the beach bar “Strandschleicher” at Schleichersee, where electronic sounds met a holiday atmosphere.
Jena, June 22, 2026 – Stadtwerke Jena have officially clarified that the Jenaer Bäder are open to all groups of people without restriction. With this clear positioning, the operators are responding to recent discussions and underlining their consistent commitment to inclusion.
A theft in Jena’s Talstraße is currently occupying the criminal police: Unknown perpetrators stole cash and jewelry from an apartment in a multi-family house over the course of the past week. The damage is in the four-figure range.
On Friday, June 26, 2026, ÜAG gGmbH is hosting a public bicycle auction in Jena. Bargain hunters can bid on refurbished bikes starting at 10 Euros.
The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is currently warning of a massive wave of fraudulent calls by fake bank employees targeting residents in Jena and the surrounding region.
Jena, June 20, 2026. Allergy sufferers in Jena must prepare for high grass pollen levels this summer weekend. Despite forecast rain showers, the hay fever risk remains high for now.
The Jena local group of FUSS e.V. is inviting the public to a discussion on the future role of e-scooters and a planned walkability check in the city center.
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, the Tag der offenen Gärten in Jena invites visitors to explore 18 private and public garden facilities, including five new participants.