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Fletcher girls lacrosse wins district title

News Staff
Sunday, April 23, 2023
The Fletcher High School girls lacrosse team played April 13 at Fletcher’s home field, Jack Taylor Stadium, as the number one seed for the district championship game. After a rainy start and brief rain delay, the Lady Senators beat the Nease Panthers 16-5, clenching the district title.

Lee Smith named executive director of THE PLAYERS Championship

News Staff
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
The PGA TOUR announced April 18 that Lee Smith has been named executive director of THE PLAYERS Championship and replaces Jared Rice, who has taken a new role leading business development for the TOUR’s Championship Management portfolio of events.

Sunshine Showdown baseball game set for May 2

News Staff
Friday, April 14, 2023
Gator Bowl Sports, along with the University of Florida, Florida State University and ASM Global, recently announced the time for the rescheduled Sunshine Showdown baseball game at 121 Financial Ballpark. The game will now be played on Tuesday, May 2, at 6 p.m. The game will not be televised.

FWS revises proposed critical habitat for shorebird

News Staff
Thursday, April 13, 2023
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) announced April 12 it has revised the proposed critical habitat rule for the rufa red knot, a robin-sized shorebird currently listed as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act, and is reopening the public comment period.
photo by Brenda Baird photography

photo by Brenda Baird photography

Vintage-inspired vendors coming together at Clay County Fairgrounds

News Staff
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
More than 120 vendors from 14 states are gearing up to showcase their finest vintage-inspired home décor, original artwork and boutique fashion. Vintage Market Days is back with their spring “Walking on Sunshine” event.
Eric Ryan Anderson, one of the founders of Spirit Equine Therapy, leads walkers on the beach. (photo submitted)

Eric Ryan Anderson, one of the founders of Spirit Equine Therapy, leads walkers on the beach. (photo submitted)

Challenge 22 walk held

News Staff
Monday, April 10, 2023
The Challenge 22 Walk was held March 25 at Jacksonville Beach. The fundraiser, sponsored by Here Tomorrow and VyStar Credit Union, was hosted by American Legion Post 129 to raise funds for veteran suicide prevention.
Richard and Peter John Stoltzman. (photo by Marilyn Catasus)

Richard and Peter John Stoltzman. (photo by Marilyn Catasus)

BFAS presents performance April 16 at St. Paul's by-the-Sea

News Staff
Saturday, April 8, 2023
The Beaches Fine Arts Series will present a performance from Richard and Peter John Stoltzman at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 16, at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 465 11th Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. Doors open at 3:15 p.m.
Harvest Bowl Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette (photo submitted)

Harvest Bowl Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette (photo submitted)

Dishing out the facts on good fats

News Staff
Saturday, April 8, 2023
For those seeking to be more health-conscious, the idea of eating nutritiously seems simple. However, understanding what’s truly “good for you” can sometimes be confusing.
The women’s golf team at Edward Waters University receives a van from THE PLAYERS Championship. (photo by Rankin White/PGA TOUR)

The women’s golf team at Edward Waters University receives a van from THE PLAYERS Championship. (photo by Rankin White/PGA TOUR)

THE PLAYERS Championship presents van to Edward Waters women's golf team

News Staff
Friday, April 7, 2023
The Edward Waters University (EWU) women’s golf team will arrive in style to their tournaments moving forward thanks to a gift from THE PLAYERS Championship. On April 5, THE PLAYERS surprised the team with a customized van to utilize for their tournament travel.