Jax Beach officials looking to bring more people to boardwalk

After extending the pilot project to sidewalk dining in the Central Business District, city officials are taking steps to draw more people to the boardwalk in Jacksonville Beach. On Dec.

Holiday advice to keep pets happy and healthy

While family and friends share gifts and hearty meals during the holidays, pets are there to share snuggles and comfort. This year, make sure you protect the joy of the season by keeping pets safe as you likely introduce new foods, decor and other potential hazards in the home.

Blue Angels will perform in Jacksonville Beach next year

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels will return to Jacksonville Beach in 2025 for the free Sea and Sky Air Show Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25 and 26. Initially, Jacksonville Beach was not on the schedule for the Blue Angels in 2025, but a show scheduled for Lake Charles, La.

Neptune Beach woman hopes 'Giving Tree' will help others

A Neptune Beach woman is giving families a helping hand this Christmas. When Heather Bayfield Weidle set out to choose her family’s Christmas tree, she chose a smaller tree for the inside and another she planned to decorate in the front yard of her Hopkins Street home.

Leader will not publish Christmas week

The Beaches Leader and Ponte Vedra Leader will not publish Christmas week; the Dec. 19 issues will be the last publications for this year. The deadlines for the Dec. 19 issues are noon Monday, Dec.

Holiday Happenings

Thursday, Dec. 12 Deck The Chairs: Deck The Chairs is open from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. through Jan. 1, 2025, at the Seawalk Pavilion, 75 1st St. N., Jacksonville Beach. Dogs are permitted on site, and the event is handicap-accessible. Visit deckthechairs.org for more information. Food for Fines: The St.

BEAM receives record donation

The Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM) recently announced the receipt of the largest contribution in the organization’s history.

St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approves $2.18 million for Diamond of Dreams

At its Dec. 3 meeting, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) unanimously approved two motions that authorized the use of $2,187,252 in American Rescue Plan Act funds and a funding assistance agreement for the St. Johns County Police Athletic League Diamond of Dreams project.

Sidewalk dining in Jacksonville Beach will be extended and expanded

A pilot program to allow sidewalk dining in downtown Jacksonville Beach will be extended for an additional five years. On Dec. 2, city officials unanimously approved a measure which will also expand the project boundaries so more restaurants can participate.

Jacksonville Beach moving forward with master sign plan

All signs point to new design standards for signage in Jacksonville Beach. On Nov. 25, the City Council voted unanimously to solicit proposals for the city’s master sign plan. The citywide project will ensure all signage is visually appealing and consistent across the board.