Atlantic Beach police asking for help with shooting

A targeted shooting last week peppered homes and cars with bullet holes in an Atlantic Beach neighborhood. Neighbors reported hearing more than 40 rounds fired at 4:30 p.m.

Fletcher club plants 2,500 sea oats

The Fletcher Marine Coastal Club, with help from several Beach residents, planted 2,500 sea oats Father's Day weekend in Jacksonville Beach. The planting will continue throughout the summer to supplement the current vegetation to help in Dune development.

St. Johns County recommends all residents, businesses adhere to Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Health Advisory

The Florida Department of Health issued a Public Health Advisory on June 20 in response to COVID-19, providing recommendations to protect Floridians and visitors from this virus.

Wednesday Pier Farmers Market resumes July 1

The Wednesday Pier Farmers Market at the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier parking lot, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., will resume modified operations from 8 a.m. to noon Wednesdays, beginning July 1.

Sign up for Alert St. Johns emergency notification system to receive updates during hurricane season

With June marking the beginning of the 2020 hurricane season, St. Johns County is encouraging all residents to sign up for Alert St. Johns, a new emergency notification system that provides critical information during emergency situations. The Alert St. Johns system enables St. Johns County, the St.

Four Jacksonville library locations reopen

Jacksonville Public Library's four regional libraries (Highlands, Pablo Creek, Southeast and Webb Wesconnett) have started offering inside service. All customers must wear masks at all times while in the library.

Jacksonville Beach approves Florida Natural Gas contract

A new contract will generate savings on natural gas for Beaches Energy customers. The Jacksonville Beach City Council members recently approved a one-year contract with Florida Natural Gas. The city held a previous contract with TECO Peoples Gas for more than 10 years.

Children's Home Society launches telehealth counseling

In response to the number of people struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and trauma in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has launched the Family Support Warm Line.

Beaches Energy to resume normal operations soon

In the coming weeks, Beaches Energy will resume normal operations, including disconnection for past due utility accounts and assessment of late fees.

Furever Friends

Danny is an adorable, ginger, tabby boy who has lost his way. He is about 4 years old, neutered and will be fully vetted. He showed up in someone’s yard a couple of years ago and he has been lovingly cared for ever since.