News

Construction worker dies in Jacksonville Beach

News Staff
Monday, December 21, 2020
A construction worker fell to his death Dec. 9 at a high-rise condominium complex in Jacksonville Beach. Paul E. Knight, 49, fell about 100 feet after falling from the 10th floor of the Pelican Pointe Condominiums at 1901 First Street North in Jacksonville Beach.
Group photo after Mass at the Beaches Museum Chapel. (photo submitted)

Group photo after Mass at the Beaches Museum Chapel. (photo submitted)

Hikers give new meaning to a 'walk on the beach'

News Staff
Monday, December 21, 2020
Walking 10 miles a day for three straight days, even on our local beaches, is anything but a “baby” project. Friday, Dec. 11, a group of about 140 pilgrims left the Beaches History Chapel on a three-day Advent pilgrimage titled Baby Steps Camino, organized by the local Catholic Order of Malta.
Elementary students from Montessori Tides School shop at Native Sun for the school’s annual USO Food Drive. (photo provided by Montessori Tides School)

Elementary students from Montessori Tides School shop at Native Sun for the school’s annual USO Food Drive. (photo provided by Montessori Tides School)

School partners with grocer to provide food to USO Mayport

News Staff
Monday, December 21, 2020
Montessori Tides School (MTS) and Native Sun Natural Foods Market worked together this year to help military families during the holidays. The MTS community raised about $1,300, and some of the school’s Elementary students shopped at the Native Sun store in Jacksonville Beach on Dec.
Patrons line up to have their gifts wrapped by volunteers from the North Florida Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis and Big Banana bicycle team. This service is donation-based, and all funds collected go toward supporting programs and services for those impacted by MS throughout North Florida. (photo submitted)

Patrons line up to have their gifts wrapped by volunteers from the North Florida Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis and Big Banana bicycle team. This service is donation-based, and all funds collected go toward supporting programs and services for those impacted by MS throughout North Florida. (photo submitted)

Volunteers wrap presents to raise funds for charity

News Staff
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Volunteers from the North Florida Chapter of Multiple Sclerosis and Big Banana bicycle team launched their annual free holiday gift wrapping program recently in South Jacksonville Beach. The service is open to Beaches area residents with packages from any store or online purchases.

Christmas tradition continues at Christ United Methodist

News Staff
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Christ United Methodist Church, 400 Penman Road, is bravely reaching out to the community with its annual Live Nativity Sunday, Dec. 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The scene is easy to find – a circular drive on the west side of Penman just short of Atlantic Boulevard.
Don't attend or host an event if you're sick or have had close contact with someone who is sick.

Don't attend or host an event if you're sick or have had close contact with someone who is sick.

Self-care strategies to help stay healthy this holiday season

News Staff
Saturday, December 19, 2020
With the COVID-19 pandemic added to the typical cold and flu season, many Americans are wondering what they can do to protect themselves and others this holiday season and how to respond if they get sick. "As we enter this cold and flu season, it's so important to practice self-care," said Dr.

Newcomers Alumnae group welcomes holidays

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Christmas came early for the Newcomers Alumnae group this year. On Dec. 2, the Newcomers Alumnae held their annual Christmas/holiday luncheon at Marsh Landing Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach.