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This concept image of a DTC tree in a light show was part of a preliminary proposal made by Deck the Chairs Director Kurtis Loftus to the Jacksonville Beach City Council. (photo submitted)

This concept image of a DTC tree in a light show was part of a preliminary proposal made by Deck the Chairs Director Kurtis Loftus to the Jacksonville Beach City Council. (photo submitted)

Deck the Chairs plans for the future

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Wednesday, April 27, 2016
Deck the Chairs, the popular holiday light show in Jacksonville Beach, is seeking a five-year agreement with the city of Jacksonville Beach to continue holding the month-long program at Latham Plaza.

Beaches Library to host Comic Con

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Wednesday, April 27, 2016
The Beaches Library will hold its 4th annual Comic Con on Saturday, May 7, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring an action packed day of events. This year's Comic Con will include a performance by the Fletcher High School Band at 11:30 a.m.
Scott Wiley

Scott Wiley

Wiley to seek re-election in Neptune Beach

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Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Scott Wiley has announced his candidacy for re-election for the office of Neptune Beach City Council, Seat 2.  Wiley and his family moved to Neptune Beach in 1956 and he and his wife, Becky, reside on Davis Street.
The Jacksonville Science Festival Exploration and ARTS Camp will be held at The Foundation Academy, 3675 San Pablo Road S., Jacksonville. Camp will be held June 20 to July 25, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for ages 5 to 15. The cost is $110 per week. Visit JacksonvilleScienceFestival.com or call 904-450-5832 for information. (photo from jacksonvillesciencefestival.com)

The Jacksonville Science Festival Exploration and ARTS Camp will be held at The Foundation Academy, 3675 San Pablo Road S., Jacksonville. Camp will be held June 20 to July 25, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., for ages 5 to 15. The cost is $110 per week. Visit JacksonvilleScienceFestival.com or call 904-450-5832 for information. (photo from jacksonvillesciencefestival.com)

Summer Camps

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Monday, April 25, 2016
With the end of school in Duval and St. Johns counties nearing, now is the time to explore options for summer camps.

Sawgrass Village work to be done by Players

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Sunday, April 24, 2016
Started in February of 2015, the major part of Phase 2 of the Sawgrass Village Shopping Center development will be completed by the week of May 9 – just in time for The Players Championship.
Shown are (from left) Pat Zazzarino, past state and local JBWC president; Millicent Cobb, co-chair, Educational Committee, JBWC; Mary Noonan, last year’s HOBY scholarship winner; Nadia Searl, FHS scholarship winner; Alexandra Heap, FHS scholarship winner; Kendall Owen, FHS scholarship winner; Pilar Walker, FHS scholarship winner; Lainey Hayden, present HOBY scholarship winner; and Rose Marie Legant, Educational Committee chairman, JBWC. (photo submitted)

Shown are (from left) Pat Zazzarino, past state and local JBWC president; Millicent Cobb, co-chair, Educational Committee, JBWC; Mary Noonan, last year’s HOBY scholarship winner; Nadia Searl, FHS scholarship winner; Alexandra Heap, FHS scholarship winner; Kendall Owen, FHS scholarship winner; Pilar Walker, FHS scholarship winner; Lainey Hayden, present HOBY scholarship winner; and Rose Marie Legant, Educational Committee chairman, JBWC. (photo submitted)

Fletcher seniors awarded scholarships

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Saturday, April 23, 2016
A group of Fletcher High School seniors were awarded Educational Scholarships from the Jacksonville Beach Woman’s Club during the club’s April luncheon held at the Atlantic Beach Country Club. Scholarships were awarded to Nadia Searl, Alexandra Heap, Kendall Owen, Pilar Walker and Lainey Hayden.

Cost for new Atlantic Beach police station may rise

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Friday, April 22, 2016
A mid-year budget modification to provide $575,300 in additional funds for police building improvements in Atlantic Beach will be discussed during Monday's commission meeting, bringing the total project fund to nearly $3.5 million if approved.
The Rev. David Hiller

The Rev. David Hiller

Workshop leader believes you can change fearful or negative mindset

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Friday, April 22, 2016
The Rev. David Hiller believes you can change well-established thought patterns to a more positive reality, and he is coming to the Beaches to show you how. This Sunday, April 24, Rev. Hiller will be the guest speaker at Unity Church of Jacksonville Beach, 1079 Atlantic Blvd.