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New St. Johns County school district leader aims to advance learning and embrace growth
Read full article: New St. Johns County school district leader aims to advance learning and embrace growthStepping into a new position as St. Johns County’s superintendent comes with its share of responsibilities and goals for the upcoming year.
Woman who escaped St. Augustine kidnapping says fear of losing her job was the main reason she tried to stop robbery
Read full article: Woman who escaped St. Augustine kidnapping says fear of losing her job was the main reason she tried to stop robberyThe young woman who was almost taken during an attempted kidnapping outside a St. Augustine business said the fear of possibly losing her job was the primary reason for her decision to spring into action and try to stop the robbery attempt.
Workforce housing proposal on CR-208 goes to St. Johns County commissioners after planning agency denies recommendation
Read full article: Workforce housing proposal on CR-208 goes to St. Johns County commissioners after planning agency denies recommendationNew workforce housing could be approved next Tuesday in St. Johns County near Interstate 95.
‘Kept fighting back and screaming’: 18-year-old girl relives attempted kidnapping outside of St. Augustine business
Read full article: ‘Kept fighting back and screaming’: 18-year-old girl relives attempted kidnapping outside of St. Augustine businessTwo days after releasing surveillance video showing a robbery suspect attempting to force a woman into a pickup truck outside of a smoke shop in St. Augustine, the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office sat down with the victim, allowing her to share her side of the traumatic event.
What St. Johns County superintendent’s contract says about pay, perks and goals
Read full article: What St. Johns County superintendent’s contract says about pay, perks and goalsNews4Jax looked through the compensation package for Dr. Brennan Asplen, St. Johns County Schools newest superintendent.
Woman found dead after being reported missing in St. Johns County, deputies say
Read full article: Woman found dead after being reported missing in St. Johns County, deputies sayThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said a woman was found dead on Wednesday evening after she was reported missing earlier in the day.
Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County expands with plans to build new homes, more services
Read full article: Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County expands with plans to build new homes, more servicesHomeless Coalition of St. Johns County is stepping up its support for displaced families by expanding services and building more housing on its campus.
Surge in e-bike crashes prompts St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office safety crackdown
Read full article: Surge in e-bike crashes prompts St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office safety crackdownDeputy Gabe Bacolor is one of several deputies stopping young riders to explain safety rules and talk with parents. News4JAX rode along with Bacolor as he pulled over some teens and educated others.
‘Scariest moment of my life’: Father, son recount frightening e-bike crash, warn others about safety
Read full article: ‘Scariest moment of my life’: Father, son recount frightening e-bike crash, warn others about safetyJeremy Anderson and his 12-year-old son, Parker, shared details about the most terrifying day of their lives to help others understand the importance of e-bike safety and wearing a helmet.
Signs, symptoms and prevention of flesh-eating bacterial infection
Read full article: Signs, symptoms and prevention of flesh-eating bacterial infectionA local doctor shares her expertise about the Vibrio vulnificus infection that's claimed the lives of four Floridians this year, including a St. Johns County resident.
‘Like electric bricks fell on my head’: Daughter says parents are okay after St. Augustine Beach Pier lightning strike
Read full article: ‘Like electric bricks fell on my head’: Daughter says parents are okay after St. Augustine Beach Pier lightning strikeGrateful. That is how one woman describes her family’s current state of emotions after lightning struck her and her parents Saturday at the St. Augustine Beach Pier.
Surveillance video captures robbery suspect attempting to kidnap woman outside St. Augustine business
Read full article: Surveillance video captures robbery suspect attempting to kidnap woman outside St. Augustine businessThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office released surveillance video of a robbery suspect trying to force a woman into a pickup truck outside a business in St. Augustine.
FDOH says 4 people have died from a flesh-eating bacteria in 2025, including a St. Johns County resident
Read full article: FDOH says 4 people have died from a flesh-eating bacteria in 2025, including a St. Johns County residentThe Florida Department of Health said four people have died from flesh-eating bacteria in 2025, including a St. Johns County resident.
Ponte Vedra Beach man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after posing as tutor to try to entice ‘child’ for sex
Read full article: Ponte Vedra Beach man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after posing as tutor to try to entice ‘child’ for sexA Ponte Vedra Beach man was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to posing as a tutor to try to entice a “child” for sex, according to the United States Attorney’s Office.
NWS, local officials give lightning safety advice after 2 killed, 2 more hospitalized from strikes in recent days
Read full article: NWS, local officials give lightning safety advice after 2 killed, 2 more hospitalized from strikes in recent daysAs storms continue to move across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, lightning safety remains a concern, particularly after strikes killed two Ware County teens and sent two more people to the hospital in St. Augustine Beach.
‘Feel like we’ve been misled’: RiverTown residents say they’re alarmed by plan to build cell phone tower near homes
Read full article: ‘Feel like we’ve been misled’: RiverTown residents say they’re alarmed by plan to build cell phone tower near homesConcern is mounting among residents of the RiverTown Vista subdivision after learning that a 160-foot cell phone tower is being constructed just a few hundred feet from their homes and a nearby school.
‘Everybody was scared’: Beachgoers describe moment when lightning struck St. Augustine Pier injuring 3 people
Read full article: ‘Everybody was scared’: Beachgoers describe moment when lightning struck St. Augustine Pier injuring 3 peopleBeachgoers described the moment lightning struck the St. Augustine Pier and injured three people on Saturday.
Small plane makes emergency landing on US 1 in St. Johns County; no injuries reported
Read full article: Small plane makes emergency landing on US 1 in St. Johns County; no injuries reportedA small aircraft made an emergency landing Friday afternoon on U.S. 1 just north of the St. Augustine Airport, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
A decades-old restriction could halt development of World Golf Hall of Fame until 2046. A lawsuit is challenging that
Read full article: A decades-old restriction could halt development of World Golf Hall of Fame until 2046. A lawsuit is challenging thatThe future of the World Golf Hall of Fame at the World Golf Village in St. Johns County may be more complicated than initially expected.
Shands Bridge lane closures expected to cause major traffic headaches; use alternative route if possible
Read full article: Shands Bridge lane closures expected to cause major traffic headaches; use alternative route if possibleAs part of bridge maintenance activities, lane closures with a flagging operation will be in place on the Shands Bridge starting at noon on Wednesday, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.
Burned Out: St. Johns County Fire Union pushes for healthier work-life balance
Read full article: Burned Out: St. Johns County Fire Union pushes for healthier work-life balanceOn Wednesday, the St. Johns County Firefighters Union is meeting with county officials to continue to push for a major change: a healthier work schedule. This will be the second meeting between the two sides in the contract negotiation process.
St. Johns County Fire Rescue receives nearly $100,000 to address mental health and substance abuse cases
Read full article: St. Johns County Fire Rescue receives nearly $100,000 to address mental health and substance abuse casesSt. Johns County Fire Rescue secured a $99,580 federal grant to expand mental health and substance use disorder response capabilities while addressing a paramedic shortage in the region.
St. Johns County offers free shuttles to ease 4th of July beach traffic
Read full article: St. Johns County offers free shuttles to ease 4th of July beach trafficFourth of July weekend is one of the busiest holiday weekends on St. Johns County beaches. In order to reduce traffic congestion, the county is offering three free shuttles.
Florida sees rise in fires linked to cheap chargers for lithium golf cart batteries; expert gives tips to avoid them
Read full article: Florida sees rise in fires linked to cheap chargers for lithium golf cart batteries; expert gives tips to avoid themKnowing how to properly charge your golf cart is not just about keeping it powered—it’s also about preventing potentially devastating fires at home. The St. Johns County Fire Department has seen a rise in fires linked to golf carts, especially those with lithium batteries. Chris Naff of St. Johns Fire and Rescue said, “We are seeing about a 6 to 7% increase on our fires for golf carts over the last few years.”
City of St. Augustine files eminent domain lawsuit against property owners amid flood mitigation project dispute
Read full article: City of St. Augustine files eminent domain lawsuit against property owners amid flood mitigation project disputeThe City of St. Augustine has filed an eminent domain lawsuit against the owners of two properties over a dispute involving a flood mitigation and drainage improvement project in the city.
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office increasing enforcement, education for e-bike riders after increase in accidents
Read full article: St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office increasing enforcement, education for e-bike riders after increase in accidentsThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said it is stepping up its enforcement of violations on e-bikes and education for riders of all ages.
‘Long time coming’: St Johns County officials set timeline for redevelopment of World Golf Hall of Fame building
Read full article: ‘Long time coming’: St Johns County officials set timeline for redevelopment of World Golf Hall of Fame buildingAs the building collects dust, the county is actively seeking redevelopment proposals through a unique two-phase request for proposals (RFP) process, County Administrator Joy Andrews said, which could soon provide answers to the oft-asked question.
Democratic governor candidate says Florida needs to fight crime, not communities amid ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ plans
Read full article: Democratic governor candidate says Florida needs to fight crime, not communities amid ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ plansWhile making his rounds in Florida to talk about the affordability crisis, former U.S. Rep. David Jolly, who is vying to become Florida’s next governor, made a stop in St. Johns County on Monday.
‘Pickle Mafia’ comments spark debate over proposed St. Johns County indoor facility
Read full article: ‘Pickle Mafia’ comments spark debate over proposed St. Johns County indoor facilityTensions rose at a St. Johns County Planning and Zoning meeting this week as opponents raised concerns about what one speaker dubbed the “Pickle Mafia” during discussions about a proposed indoor facility along US 1 North.
Florida test scores show gains for Duval; top marks for St. Johns, Nassau counties
Read full article: Florida test scores show gains for Duval; top marks for St. Johns, Nassau countiesWe're learning how local school districts performed on the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking, or FAST. A Duval County parent weighs in on the district's performance.
3 St. Johns County Airport Authority Board members facing charges, accused of repeatedly violating Sunshine Laws
Read full article: 3 St. Johns County Airport Authority Board members facing charges, accused of repeatedly violating Sunshine LawsAfter allegations first surfaced in March accusing St. Johns County Airport Authority Board members of violating Florida’s Sunshine Law, the State Attorney’s Office officially filed a charging affidavit against three members this week.
St. Johns County officials to discuss development plan for 52 new townhomes in World Golf Village
Read full article: St. Johns County officials to discuss development plan for 52 new townhomes in World Golf VillageSt. Johns County officials will review a plan on Friday afternoon that aims to bring a brand-new townhome community to World Golf Village.
St. Johns County signs off on $25 million worth of road improvements for SR 16
Read full article: St. Johns County signs off on $25 million worth of road improvements for SR 16The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners recently announced the approval of about $25 million in road upgrades for State Road 16.
St. Johns County residents file lawsuit against company stinking up their neighborhood with ‘foul odors’
Read full article: St. Johns County residents file lawsuit against company stinking up their neighborhood with ‘foul odors’An unpleasant odor in parts of St. Augustine is gaining national attention.
How’d that get there? Man wakes up to an alligator in his pool at Ponte Vedra Beach home
Read full article: How’d that get there? Man wakes up to an alligator in his pool at Ponte Vedra Beach homeEdward McClamma sent pictures and video to News4JAX on Sunday of an alligator in his pool, showing the gator swimming around before eventually resting on the pool’s entry steps.
Traffic Alert: All lanes blocked on I-95 north near International Golf Pkwy due fatal crash
Read full article: Traffic Alert: All lanes blocked on I-95 north near International Golf Pkwy due fatal crashA crash on Interstate 95 north in St. Johns County has closed all northbound lanes near International Golf Parkway on Friday night.
Overdose deaths down in St. Johns, Putnam, and Flagler Counties so far this year, data shows
Read full article: Overdose deaths down in St. Johns, Putnam, and Flagler Counties so far this year, data showsDr. Wendolyn Sneed, the medical examiner for St. Johns, Putnam, and Flagler counties, said all three counties have experienced a decline in overdose deaths so far this year.
St. Johns County announces single-lane closure on County Road 208 for 45 days beginning June 30
Read full article: St. Johns County announces single-lane closure on County Road 208 for 45 days beginning June 30St. Johns County officials announced they will implement a 45-day single-lane closure on County Road 208 starting June 30.
St. Johns County breaks ground on sports complex and library in Shearwater neighborhood
Read full article: St. Johns County breaks ground on sports complex and library in Shearwater neighborhoodIt is all a part of a more than $100 million initiative that started in 2019. The effort is to build four parks and facilities while renovating a fifth one in different parts of the county.
Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 counties
Read full article: Dozens of agencies rescue more than 20 missing children in historic Northeast Florida operation across 6 countiesNearly two dozen local children are now safe, thanks to a coalition of local, state and federal agencies joining forces in Northeast Florida for the first time.
‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare storm
Read full article: ‘Oh my God!’: St. Augustine couple on cruise ship in Alaska watched dock lines snap during rare stormA St. Augustine woman was on a cruise ship in Alaska when a severe thunderstorm caused a frightening situation for passengers.
E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024
Read full article: E-bike crashes double in St. Johns County; SJSO reports 20 cases in 2025 compared to 8 in 2024In St. Johns County, e-bike incidents have skyrocketed, with the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office reporting 20 cases in just the first five months of 2025 compared to only eight incidents throughout all of 2024.
St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.
Read full article: St. Augustine hosts ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.The St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society held its 13th annual ceremony on Wednesday, commemorating the historic moment when 16 Jewish rabbis were arrested for standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a powerful protest against segregation.
St. Johns County exploring giving St. Augustine an extra $1 million for Nights of Lights
Read full article: St. Johns County exploring giving St. Augustine an extra $1 million for Nights of LightsIn an effort to make the city’s premiere holiday event run more smoothly this year, St. Johns County may give St. Augustine $1 million more than it did last year.
St. Johns County officials to consider 10-year, $13 million plan addressing space needs for various county services
Read full article: St. Johns County officials to consider 10-year, $13 million plan addressing space needs for various county servicesSt. Johns County officials will soon decide whether to move forward with a 10-year, $13 million plan addressing space needs for various county services, including the court of clerks, supervisor of elections office, comptrollers office, and St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Woman says she is still waiting for a refund for ‘As If! 90s Fest’ in St. Augustine after latest postponement
Read full article: Woman says she is still waiting for a refund for ‘As If! 90s Fest’ in St. Augustine after latest postponementA popular throwback festival in St. Augustine is facing serious backlash after postponing yet again, and ticket holders say they’re still waiting on refunds after they were promised to be fulfilled by last week.
As e-bike safety concerns grow, St. Johns County deputies say they will enhance enforcement
Read full article: As e-bike safety concerns grow, St. Johns County deputies say they will enhance enforcementWith e-bike and e-scooter safety a growing concern in St. Johns County, the sheriff’s office said it will be on the lookout to make sure everyone is following the rules correctly.
St. Augustine Music Festival returns with free concerts in historic Cathedral Basilica
Read full article: St. Augustine Music Festival returns with free concerts in historic Cathedral BasilicaMusic, history, and culture will fill the air in the nation’s oldest city as the St. Augustine Music Festival returns for its 19th season. This year, the festival will bring world-class performances to the Cathedral Basilica, all at no cost to the public.
St. Augustine to host ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.
Read full article: St. Augustine to host ceremony celebrating rabbis who stood against segregation alongside Martin Luther King Jr.Sixty-one years ago this week, a pivotal moment in history unfolded in St. Augustine, Florida, when 16 Jewish rabbis were arrested for standing alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a powerful protest against segregation. And on Wednesday, the St. Augustine Jewish Historical Society will remember this historic event, which marked the largest mass arrest of rabbis in U.S. history, during its 13th annual commemoration ceremony.
State lawmakers continue to discuss solutions on e-bike safety, regulations
Read full article: State lawmakers continue to discuss solutions on e-bike safety, regulationsAs a juvenile suffered a severe head injury in an electric motorized scooter crash on Wednesday, lawmakers continue to come up with solutions on safety and regulation.
New state regulations aimed at enhancing e-bike safety await governor’s signature
Read full article: New state regulations aimed at enhancing e-bike safety await governor’s signatureNew regulations from the Florida Senate could make riding an e-bike more restrictive but ultimately safer. This development comes as e-bikes continue to be a hot-button issue in St. Johns County
Median home prices fall in the majority of Northeast Florida counties; Clay, Putnam prices up slightly: report
Read full article: Median home prices fall in the majority of Northeast Florida counties; Clay, Putnam prices up slightly: reportMedian prices for single-family homes fell in the majority of Northeast Florida counties in May, according to a new report from the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR).
‘Help is on the way’: Neighbor describes aftermath of 15-year-old’s e-bike crash in St. Johns County
Read full article: ‘Help is on the way’: Neighbor describes aftermath of 15-year-old’s e-bike crash in St. Johns CountyA man who has lived in Nocatee for about a week recounted the shocking moments Monday afternoon when a 15-year-old crashed with an Amazon delivery vehicle right in front of his home.
15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns County
Read full article: 15-year-old boy seriously injured in crash involving electric dirt bike in St. Johns CountyA child was airlifted to a hospital on Monday after being seriously injured in a crash involving an electric dirt bike in St. Johns County, according to the sheriff’s office.
LIVE: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County; traffic snarled amid search
Read full article: LIVE: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County; traffic snarled amid searchA man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls traffic
Read full article: Man with immigration warrant runs into woods after traffic stop in St. Johns County, search snarls trafficA man with a felony immigration warrant ran into the woods in St. Johns County on Monday morning following a traffic stop on Interstate 95, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.
St. Johns County homeless encampment being monitored by sheriff’s office highlights housing issues, leaders say
Read full article: St. Johns County homeless encampment being monitored by sheriff’s office highlights housing issues, leaders sayA homeless encampment behind Publix on Wildwood Drive is receiving attention from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, highlighting how local organizations and law enforcement are addressing homelessness in the area.
A St. Johns County teacher was diagnosed with breast cancer at 23. Community support is helping her through the battle
Read full article: A St. Johns County teacher was diagnosed with breast cancer at 23. Community support is helping her through the battleAccording to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, about 9% of all new breast cancer cases in the U.S. are diagnosed in women younger than 45 years old.
Gov. DeSantis signs ‘Trenton’s Law’ to increase penalties for repeat offenders convicted of DUI manslaughter
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis signs ‘Trenton’s Law’ to increase penalties for repeat offenders convicted of DUI manslaughterGov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Thursday that will increase penalties for repeat offenders convicted of DUI & BUI manslaughter, and vehicular and vessel homicide.
St. Augustine city attorney talks bill that protects historic sites from demolition
Read full article: St. Augustine city attorney talks bill that protects historic sites from demolitionThe St. Augustine city attorney talked about the bill signed by Governor Ron DeSantis that protects historic sites from demolition.
Someone posed as a ‘60 Minutes’ producer trying to learn more about who was behind failed Guana land-swap deal: report
Read full article: Someone posed as a ‘60 Minutes’ producer trying to learn more about who was behind failed Guana land-swap deal: reportThe general public still doesn’t know who was behind a failed land swap deal involving the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve, thanks to the complex world of corporate anonymity, where it’s perfectly legal for LLCs to shield the identities of the true owners.
St. Johns County man sues Universal after getting stuck on Harry Potter ride for ‘approximately one hour’
Read full article: St. Johns County man sues Universal after getting stuck on Harry Potter ride for ‘approximately one hour’A St. Johns County man is suing Universal City Development Partners, Ltd., and NBC Universal Media, LLC after he was injured on a Harry Potter ride at Islands of Adventure, as reported by our sister station WKMG in Orlando.
St. Augustine mayor celebrates after DeSantis signs bill shielding historical sites from demolition, destruction
Read full article: St. Augustine mayor celebrates after DeSantis signs bill shielding historical sites from demolition, destructionNew Florida legislation will protect historical buildings from meeting the demolition ball.
City of St. Augustine launches $83K project to remove 9 derelict vessels from local waterways
Read full article: City of St. Augustine launches $83K project to remove 9 derelict vessels from local waterwaysThe City of St. Augustine launched a $83,000 project to remove nine derelict vessels from local waterways, including Salt Run and the Matanzas River.
Dispatch launches summer tour in St. Augustine with new album, big energy
Read full article: Dispatch launches summer tour in St. Augustine with new album, big energyDispatch is hitting the road this summer—and kicking off their tour with a high-energy show in a place that’s become a favorite stop: the St. Augustine Amphitheatre.
St. Johns County commissioners voice concerns over enforcement as e-bike ordinance discussions move forward
Read full article: St. Johns County commissioners voice concerns over enforcement as e-bike ordinance discussions move forwardWith e-bikes being a hot-button issue in St. Johns County, the county’s Board of Commissioners discussed a proposed ordinance during their Tuesday meeting.
St. Johns County commissioners vote to extend county administrator’s contract, despite strong objections from one member
Read full article: St. Johns County commissioners vote to extend county administrator’s contract, despite strong objections from one memberCommissioners voted 3-2 to extend the contract for St. Johns County Administrator Joy Andrews an additional three years until 2030.
Traffic Alert: Fallen tree blocks all northbound lanes on I-95 in St. Johns County
Read full article: Traffic Alert: Fallen tree blocks all northbound lanes on I-95 in St. Johns CountyA fallen tree in the road is blocking all northbound lanes on Interstate 95 near mile marker 320 on Tuesday afternoon.
Boating accidents are on the rise in Florida. Here are the counties that had the most in 2024
Read full article: Boating accidents are on the rise in Florida. Here are the counties that had the most in 2024Florida had 685 “reportable” boating accidents in 2024, up from 659 in 2023, according to a new state report.
With e-bike crashes on the rise, St. Johns County commissioners consider hot-button safety ordinance proposal
Read full article: With e-bike crashes on the rise, St. Johns County commissioners consider hot-button safety ordinance proposalAfter several local crashes, St. Johns County commissioners will revisit a proposed e-bike safety ordinance during their meeting Tuesday.
Off-duty nurse performed CPR on 6-year-old found unresponsive in St. Augustine community pool: report
Read full article: Off-duty nurse performed CPR on 6-year-old found unresponsive in St. Augustine community pool: reportA 6-year-old who was airlifted to a hospital on Saturday after a near-drowning in a St. Augustine community pool was given CPR by an off-duty nurse on scene, according to the incident report obtained by News4JAX.
6-year-old airlifted to a hospital after near-drowning in a St. Johns County subdivision
Read full article: 6-year-old airlifted to a hospital after near-drowning in a St. Johns County subdivisionThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said a 6-year-old has been airlifted to a hospital after a near-drowning on Saturday.
National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado in St. Johns County
Read full article: National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado in St. Johns CountyDuring severe storms that slammed various areas in Northeast Florida, cameras caught a glimpse of what looked like a tornado forming in St. Johns County.
Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanes
Read full article: Deeper dunes, sea walls and evacuation zones: Examining how NE Florida’s coastal communities prepare for hurricanesNortheast Florida’s coastal communities, particularly in Flagler and St. Johns counties, have seen direct effects from hurricanes in recent years, with places like Summerhaven and South Ponte Vedra Beach proving to be especially vulnerable to storm surge and flooding.
Bicyclist seriously injured in Nassau County after pickup truck strikes them while crossing the street: FHP
Read full article: Bicyclist seriously injured in Nassau County after pickup truck strikes them while crossing the street: FHPA bicyclist from Fernandina Beach, 70, is in the hospital with serious injuries after she was struck by a pickup truck while crossing the street in Nassau County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
FWC picks up 300-pound dead bear after it was struck by a car on I-95 near 210 in St. Johns County
Read full article: FWC picks up 300-pound dead bear after it was struck by a car on I-95 near 210 in St. Johns CountyThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission picked up a 300-pound dead bear after it was struck by a car on I-95 near 210 in St. Johns County on Wednesday.
Florida passes safety law to protect students walking near Liberty Pines Academy and other communities
Read full article: Florida passes safety law to protect students walking near Liberty Pines Academy and other communitiesFlorida has passed a new law requiring school districts to provide bus transportation for students who live in areas considered too dangerous to walk or bike. The change comes after years of crashes and safety concerns near Liberty Pines Academy and other communities across the state.
Memorial Day in St. Johns County: How first responders ensure safety for thousands of boaters and beachgoers
Read full article: Memorial Day in St. Johns County: How first responders ensure safety for thousands of boaters and beachgoersThousands of boaters and beachgoers in Northeast Florida went out on the water to take advantage of the long holiday weekend.
St. Augustine homeowners can request the city to plant a free tree on their private property
Read full article: St. Augustine homeowners can request the city to plant a free tree on their private propertyOn June 2, the City of St. Augustine will launch its annual Tree Canopy Enhancement Program, where homeowners within city limits can request a tree to be planted for free on their private property.
Tiny town drama: After mayor of Marineland — population 9 — dies, new mayor appoints commissioner amid legal questions
Read full article: Tiny town drama: After mayor of Marineland — population 9 — dies, new mayor appoints commissioner amid legal questionsAn emergency public meeting to discuss who would lead the town of Marineland — the smallest town in Florida with a population of 9, according to the most recent census — turned ugly Wednesday with multiple attorneys, members of the public and the new mayor attacking each other.
St. Johns County clerk defends decision to hire former Florida State Senator Travis Hutson amid criticism
Read full article: St. Johns County clerk defends decision to hire former Florida State Senator Travis Hutson amid criticismPatty issued a letter to the community on Tuesday after he said residents reached out with “questions and concerns” about Hutson’s hire.
Who was behind the failed Guana Preserve land swap deal? It’s still a mystery. Here’s why
Read full article: Who was behind the failed Guana Preserve land swap deal? It’s still a mystery. Here’s whyA controversial land swap proposal for a portion of the Guana Preserve remains shrouded in mystery, even after the proposal was pulled.
St. Augustine man sentenced to 4 years in prison for illegally selling firearms
Read full article: St. Augustine man sentenced to 4 years in prison for illegally selling firearmsA St. Augustine man was sentenced to four years in prison for illegally selling firearms, according to the Department of Justice.