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The voting phase for the 2026 citizens’ budget in Jena has officially begun. All citizens are now invited to participate in the allocation of funds for specific city projects until November 12, 2026.
Jena, 01.10.2026 – A total of 48 additional apartments are to be built at the planned “dotSource Campus” on Saalbahnhofstraße in Jena. On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, the City Council approved the second amendment to the implementation contract for the project-related development plan VBB-J 46, marking the city’s first “construction turbo” resolution.
The Jena City Council has expanded the eligibility criteria for the JENABONUS program to include victims of violent crimes, effective October 1, 2026.
The AWO Regionalverband Mitte-West-Thüringen e.V. has announced the call for nominations for the 2026 Jena Volunteer Award, honoring outstanding contributions to the local community.
Jena. A pivotal decision for the scientific hub of Jena is expected on Friday afternoon: the national Science Council will announce which universities will receive funding as part of the Excellence Strategy. Across Germany, eleven universities are competing for five of the coveted titles and the associated multi-million euro funding for cutting-edge research. The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität is among the applicants.
Jena has established a central hub for the energy transition. The Energy and Heat Competence Center (EWK) serves as a pilot project to connect citizens, tradespeople, and planners until the end of 2027.
The supply of blood products is severely strained nationwide and in Jena. The Jena University Hospital (UKJ) is reporting a significant decline in reserves.
On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, the 25th Jena Prize for Civil Courage was presented at the Historical Town Hall in Jena, honoring individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to their fellow citizens.
Jena, September 30, 2026 – The city of Jena must evaluate drastic consolidation measures as part of the preparation for the 2027/2028 biennial budget. According to the administration’s report to the Finance Committee, a financial deficit of approximately 210 million euros remains over the medium-term planning horizon until 2031.
Jena. Whether located in the modern Göschwitz technology park, the thriving commercial district of Jena-Nord, or representative law firms and medical practices across the Damenviertel and the city center: professional workplace hygiene has long become far more than just a cosmetic concern for Jena-based businesses. A clean, hygienic working environment protects employees’ health, demonstrably reduces … Read more