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Robby Bacom of Palm Valley fills a sandbag under the Palm Valley Bridge Wednesday morning. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Robby Bacom of Palm Valley fills a sandbag under the Palm Valley Bridge Wednesday morning. (photo by David Rosenblum)

Free sandbags available

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Thursday, September 1, 2016
St. Johns County is providing free sandbags to residents in anticipation of inclement weather expected from Tropical Storm Hermine. Residents are required to bring their own transportation and shovels, and are responsible for filling their own sandbags.
Tom Spackman

Tom Spackman

Mayo chief moves to Ghana for Church of LDS mission

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Thursday, September 1, 2016
When he was 12 years old, Tom Spackman was the official organist for his church congregation. He can play any hymn without music, and can transpose songs from one key into another instantaneously.

Southern pine beetle infestation impacting St. Johns County forests

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Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Forests throughout Florida and St. Johns County are currently experiencing southern pine beetle infestations that are severely affecting wooded areas near homes, businesses and other infrastructure. Approximately 178 infestations have been identified in Florida, 18 of which are in St. Johns County.

Atlantic Beach manager tells commission to vote on contract or work with him

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Tuesday, August 30, 2016
Atlantic Beach City Manager Nelson Van Liere challenged the city commission Aug. 22 to either take a vote on his contract or work with him. His blunt challenge came hours after City Commissioner John Stinson told fellow commissioners Monday that he had no confidence in Van Liere.
Margaret and William Zinn

Margaret and William Zinn

Zinns celebrate 50th anniversary

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Monday, August 29, 2016
William and Margaret Zinn of Jacksonville Beach celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Aug. 19. Mr. and Mrs. Zinn were married in 1966 at Woodstock Park Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Margaret, formerly Margaret White, graduated from Robert E.
(From left) Deidre Dwyer and Courtney Amaro, teachers at The Foundation Academy off San Pablo Road; Emmanuel Tasur, founder and principal of the Sirua Aulo Academy in Kenya; Butch Shadwell; and Nadia Hionides, founder and principal of The Foundation Academy.

(From left) Deidre Dwyer and Courtney Amaro, teachers at The Foundation Academy off San Pablo Road; Emmanuel Tasur, founder and principal of the Sirua Aulo Academy in Kenya; Butch Shadwell; and Nadia Hionides, founder and principal of The Foundation Academy.

Founder of Christian school in Kenya leads services in Atlantic Beach

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Sunday, August 28, 2016
On Aug. 7, Pastor Gabe Goodman at Community Presbyterian Church in Atlantic Beach turned the pulpit over to Emmanuel Leina Tasur for all three services. Tasur is the founder and principal of Sirua Aulo Academy, a Christian school in Kenya.
Steven Curtis Chapman will be at the Times-Union Center Oct. 16, with Mac Powell and Brandon Heath. Call 800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket information. (artwork from stevencurtischapman.com)

Steven Curtis Chapman will be at the Times-Union Center Oct. 16, with Mac Powell and Brandon Heath. Call 800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket information. (artwork from stevencurtischapman.com)

Religion Briefs

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Sunday, August 28, 2016
Daily Meditation Meditation is offered three times daily at the World Community for Christian Meditation Neptune Beach Center located at 1112 Third St., Suite 9, Neptune Beach. Common Ground, for community of faith among people of different beliefs, is held today from 7 to 8 p.m.
Joyce Gabiou’s work is created with layers of collage and acrylics. (photo submitted)

Joyce Gabiou’s work is created with layers of collage and acrylics. (photo submitted)

Earth, Sea & Sky show features work by Joyce Gabiou

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Saturday, August 27, 2016
First Street Gallery will host an art show entitled Earth, Sea & Sky by mixed media artist Joyce Gabiou. The show will run from Sept. 1 through October 25. An opening reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 2, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the gallery.
Tony Joe White's signature musical style draws inspiration from country, blues, funk, R&B and rock music. Best known for the songs "Polk Salad Annie" and "Rainy Night in Georgia." (photo submitted)

Tony Joe White's signature musical style draws inspiration from country, blues, funk, R&B and rock music. Best known for the songs "Polk Salad Annie" and "Rainy Night in Georgia." (photo submitted)

Tony Joe White will perform at PV Concert Hall

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Friday, August 26, 2016
Singer-songwriter Tony Joe White will perform at the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall on Friday, Sept. 2, beginning at 8 p.m. White is known for his "swamp rock" bayou style of guitar playing.