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Sisler Johnston receives awards for design work

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Sunday, August 14, 2016
Sisler Johnston Interior Design received two Aurora Awards, including the Grand Award from the Florida Home Builders Association, for the firm’s work at The Palms at Ponte Vedra, an assisted living and memory care community for seniors.
The centenarians’ photos and a cake greeted people as they entered the luncheon at Christ Episcopal on First Thursday to salute the centenarians. (photo by Eleanor Snite)

The centenarians’ photos and a cake greeted people as they entered the luncheon at Christ Episcopal on First Thursday to salute the centenarians. (photo by Eleanor Snite)

Nine centenarians recognized at Christ Episcopal Church

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Sunday, August 14, 2016
Christ Episcopal Church in Ponte Vedra Beach spent last week recognizing nine of the congregation who are age 99 to 103. They were celebrated at the service on Sunday, July 31, with Rev. Rick Westbury recognizing those present and speaking a little about their lives.
Attorney Deborah Reid (photo submitted)

Attorney Deborah Reid (photo submitted)

Ponte Vedra Writers meet Saturday

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Friday, August 12, 2016
The Florida Writers Association Ponte Vedra Writers Association will meet Saturday, Aug. 13, at 10:30 a.m. at the Ponte Vedra Library. Attorney Deborah Reid will give a presentation on “Copywrite or Wrong.” The workshop will guide participants through the fundamentals of copyright law.
Ryan Murphy (photo by Cat Galletti)

Ryan Murphy (photo by Cat Galletti)

Ponte Vedra Beach's Murphy wins Olympic gold

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Friday, August 12, 2016
Ryan Murphy of Ponte Vedra Beach won the gold medal in Rio Aug. 8 in the 100-meter backstroke.  Murphy attended The Bolles School, but predicted his Olympic future as an 8-year-old at Ponte Vedra's Palmer Catholic Academy in a project he did for his class.

Stellers Gallery welcomes Erika Stearly

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Thursday, August 11, 2016
Stellers Gallery at Ponte Vedra has announced work by artist Erika Stearly as their newest addition to the gallery.  Stearly’s mixed media paintings feature furniture and other household objects as a way to contemplate abstraction and representation.
This image from the 2015 Festival of Chariots in Jacksonville Beach shows how colorful and vibrant the Ratha Yatra festival can be. (photo via facebook.com/rathayatra)

This image from the 2015 Festival of Chariots in Jacksonville Beach shows how colorful and vibrant the Ratha Yatra festival can be. (photo via facebook.com/rathayatra)

Ratha Yatra festival celebrates Indian culture, history and more

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Thursday, August 11, 2016
The Festival of Chariots Bhakti Yoga Culture and Wellness Fest will take place on Saturday, Aug. 13, from 4 to 9 p.m. at the SeaWalk Pavilion. The multi-cultural event is free and open to the public. All attendees are welcome to participate.

Neptune Beach candidate forum is tonight

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Thursday, August 11, 2016
In preparation for the Aug. 30 primary, Beaches Watch will host a candidate forum for the Neptune Beach mayoral candidates on Thursday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Fletcher High auditorium.
Outgoing commanding officer Capt. Wesley McCall gives a farewell speech. (photo by Chelsea Wiggs)

Outgoing commanding officer Capt. Wesley McCall gives a farewell speech. (photo by Chelsea Wiggs)

Mayport Naval Station has new commanding officer

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Thursday, August 11, 2016
Naval Station Mayport commanding officer Capt. Wesley R. McCall was relieved of his duties Aug. 5 by Capt. David J. Yoder during a change of command ceremony, marking the end of his three years as commanding officer, as well as his time in Mayport.