Faster access to Jena outdoor pools with online tickets
In anticipation of the upcoming heatwave, Jenaer Bäder recommends purchasing online tickets to avoid long waiting times at the entrances of Ostbad and Südbad.
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Manhunt success after cross-border flight: Suspect arrested in England
Following an intensive international manhunt, a 30-year-old suspect has been arrested in Southern England. The man is accused of an alleged sexual offense in Bad Klosterlausnitz.
Save Jena’s Green Lungs: Online Petition Launched Against Development of Allotment Gardens
A new online petition on the platform openPetition is currently mobilizing citizens in Jena against the increasing development of urban green spaces. The initiative seeks to protect local allotment gardens from being converted into building land for investor projects.
Lifesavers of Tomorrow: UKJ Trains Resuscitation with Jena Eighth-Graders
The Jena University Hospital (UKJ) held a practical resuscitation workshop for eighth-grade students of the Christliches Gymnasium Jena to teach life-saving techniques early on.
Citizen Participation at Ernst-Abbe-Platz: Ideas for a Greener Campus Meeting Point Sought
Jena, June 16, 2026 – The redesign of Ernst-Abbe-Platz is entering its next phase: The city of Jena invites all citizens to actively participate in shaping the city’s central meeting point. During a second participation workshop, the winning design from the landscape architecture competition will be presented and further developed together.
Last-Minute Day in Jena: The Chance for a Dream Apprenticeship Shortly Before the Start
The Agentur für Arbeit Jena is hosting a ‘Last-Minute Day’ on June 23, 2026, providing school leavers with a final opportunity to secure one of over 250 vacant apprenticeship positions in the region.
Deep House at Südbad: Beach Bar Invites to Fête de la Musique
On June 21, 2026, the „Strandschleicher“ beach bar at Jena’s Südbad will host an afternoon of electronic music as part of the nationwide Fête de la Musique, featuring regional DJs and summer activities.
Third Contribution-Free Kindergarten Year Planned: What Jena Families Can Expect from 2027
Thüringen is set to expand contribution-free early childhood education. Starting in summer 2027, a third kindergarten year will become completely free of charge for parents, providing significant financial relief for families in Jena.
Jena and its University: How the Wine-Growing Town Became a Center of Excellence
Jena, 16.06.2026 – The Friedrich-Schiller-Universität (FSU) shapes the life, economy, and cityscape of Jena like almost no other institution. An upcoming TV documentary on MDR takes this as an opportunity to shed light on the profound historical and current role of the university for Thuringia’s City of Light.
Decision Postponed: Jena Becomes the Decisive Venue for Youth Olympics
Following the cancellation of the qualification race in Lübeck due to weather-related crashes, the final ticket for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar will now be decided at the DTU Youth Cup in Jena on June 28.