St. Johns County Council on Aging receives grant

Griswold Home Care presented St. Johns County Council on Aging (COA) with a grant from the Jean Griswold Foundation for its work to help senior residents in St. Johns County lead dignified, independent and healthy lives.

Goddard School holds fashion show

The Goddard School in Ponte Vedra held a Trash to Trendy Recycle Fashion Show. Students walked the runway wearing outfits created from recycled materials. The students also participated in recycle-related activities.

'Beach Life' in this issue

The "Annual Guide to Beach Life 2019-2020" is featured in the May 30 edition of The Beaches Leader and Ponte Vedra Leader. The guide features information on festivals, music, arts, theater, government, sports, communities and more.

Visit Jacksonville launches new mobile app

Visit Jacksonville, the city’s destination marketing organization, has launched the new “Visit JAX!” mobile app for iPhone and Android users.

Beaches Chapel School drops off lunch for police

Beaches Chapel School showed their appreciation for the Neptune Beach Police Officers during Police Appreciation Week.

Fleet Landing rolls out new dining option

Leaders at Fleet Landing in Atlantic Beach have embarked on a new dining option with their own food truck – the first in the nation for a Continuing Care Retirement Community.

Jacksonville Beach asks state ethics for investigation

The Jacksonville Beach City Council voted 5-1 May 20 to formally send a complaint to the state Ethics Commission involving Councilor Phil Vogelsang. A memo prepared by City Attorney Susan Erdelyi is to be sent to state ethics officials for investigation.

Plans filed for Johnston Island

Two restaurants, floating docks or marinas, canoe/kayak launch areas and more are proposed in new plans submitted to the city of Atlantic Beach for Johnston Island. The property under the bridge and located at 14051 Atlantic Blvd.

May designated 'Older Americans Month'

The St. Johns County Board of County Commissions issued a proclamation designating May 2019 as “Older Americans Month.” The proclamation urged residents to take time during the month of May to “recognize older adults and people who serve them as essential and valuable members of our community.

Clay Humane encourages families to prepare pets for hurricane season

Clay Humane, a nonprofit animal clinic located in Orange Park, is offering tips to prepare pets as hurricane season begins in Northeast Florida. The Atlantic Hurricane season starts June 1, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).