Jacksonville man dead following attempted home invasion

Jacksonville Beach police continue to investigate an early morning home invasion that left one man dead. On Sept. 21 at about 1:16 a.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of Penman Road North following reports of gunshots.

Community comes together to help local cat

The Harbor Tavern is the kind of place where people look out for each like family. Located off Mayport Road, staff and patrons at the neighborhood watering hole regularly support local non-profit groups, veteran organizations and families in need of assistance.

Flag honoring fallen police officer may no longer be displayed by FHS athletes

Fletcher High School has banned student athletes from displaying a flag in support of law enforcement on the football field. Since losing his father, Jacksonville Beach Police Cpl.

Appease summer appetites with grilled fare

The first thought that comes to mind when picturing grilling in the summer sun might be a perfectly cooked steak or a juicy burger, but no backyard barbecue is complete without the all-important sides and beverages that complete the meal.

Atlantic Beach police officers recognized

On Sept. 19, Running 4 Heroes, Inc., presented Atlantic Beach Police Officer Timothy Stafford a grant for officers injured in the line of duty. Stafford sustained significant injuries when he was beaten by a suspect outside of a Panera restaurant July 16. Running 4 Heroes, Inc.

Bars reopen, hours extended at Beaches

On Sept. 14, local bars reopened and started selling alcohol on their premises, provided they adhere to Phase 2 reopening guidelines. Bars and restaurants in Atlantic, Neptune and Jacksonville Beach may also now remain open until 2 a.m.

Atlantic Beach considers resuming activities, community events

Resuming after-school activities and community events like the Jazz Festival is getting closer in Atlantic Beach. City Manager Shane Corbin said the city is eyeing a number of variables to help establish a timeline for holding larger events.

Baptist Beaches named one of world's best hospitals

Baptist Medical Center Beaches has been named one of the “World’s Best Hospitals 2020” by Newsweek magazine.

St. Johns County extends application deadline for nonprofit grant

St. Johns County (SJC) has extended the deadline to apply for the SJC CARES Nonprofit Grant Recovery Program. The deadline has been extended until Sept. 25 to allow eligible nonprofit agencies additional time to apply for COVID-19 assistance. St.

Local students recognized for academic successes at Episcopal

Episcopal has announced the five students who were named National Merit Semi Finalists – Sally Barksdale, Paul Fouts, Jameson Gatewood, Don Kohla and Braden Witkovich.