Blue School Grant Program accepting applications

Now entering the fifth year of its Blue School Grant Program, the St. Johns River Water Management District anticipates offering up to $20,000 in grants for education projects that enrich student knowledge of Florida’s water resources through hands-on learning.

Lori Anderson becomes executive director of Beaches Dial-a-Ride

After serving 10 years as Mission House’s executive director, Lori Anderson announced she is stepping down from her role to become the first executive director for Beaches Dial-a-Ride.

Blue School Grant Program accepting applications

Now entering the fifth year of its Blue School Grant Program, the St. Johns River Water Management District anticipates offering up to $20,000 in grants for education projects that enrich student knowledge of Florida’s water resources through hands-on learning.

Special Olympics hosting virtual polar plunge

This year, Special Olympics Florida is keeping traditions alive by hosting virtual plunges with TikTok challenges to participate in at home. All proceeds help Special Olympics Florida provide year-round training and services.

Virtual Fleet Week New York comes to a close

New York City thanked the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard May 26 for hosting the first Virtual Fleet Week New York, giving the city’s residents a new way to continue to take part in the annual maritime celebration despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

T-Boy and Scar are looking for homes

T-Boy (short for Tripod) is  a neutered male recent amputee who is up to date on his shots. He’s almost a year old, very loving with beautiful eyes. He lost a leg from a wound that got infected and went into the bone. He’s quiet, not a jumper, and is happy to lay around and let you pet him.

Fire Rescue Station 19 opens in Northwest St. Johns County

St. Johns County Fire Rescue officially opened Fire Station 19 on May 13. The new station serves the northwest portion of St. Johns County and fills a response gap in service to the areas near Racetrack Road and Veterans Parkway.

St. Johns County launches Back to Business Grant Program

The Back to Business Grant Program, designed to assist small businesses in need of short-term assistance due to disruption of business operations and loss of revenue as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been launched by St. Johns County.

St. Johns County plan for opening short-term vacation rentals approved

St. Johns County’s plan for opening short-term vacation rentals was approved by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulations on May 20. The plan outlines details regarding a variety of factors including reservations, staffing, cleanings, and inspections. St.

PVHS student recognized for volunteer efforts

On April 28, The Florida Department of Education awarded Chase Magnano, a senior at Ponte Vedra High School, the Youth Outstanding School Volunteer Award for Ponte Vedra High School (PVHS), St. Johns County and Region II of Florida (12 county region in North-Northeast Florida).