Sports & Leisure

FWC announces opening of fall recreational red snapper season in gulf

News Staff
Saturday, October 8, 2022
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announces the opening of a fall red snapper season for private recreational anglers and state for-hire operations in the Gulf of Mexico on the following weekends:     •    Oct. 8 and 9;     •    Oct. 15 and 16;     •    Oct.
Capt. Matt Chipperfield enjoys some time on the bow of his skiff instead of the platform. (photo submitted)

Capt. Matt Chipperfield enjoys some time on the bow of his skiff instead of the platform. (photo submitted)

Weather shaping up to be a perfect fall weekend

News Staff
Thursday, October 6, 2022
Early October is always a special time to fish on the First Coast, peak flood tide season. The fall king tides bring tailing reds and cackling rails. This weekend the weather and tides are perfect for a morning cast and blast trip out on the flats.
Chip Davis holds the custom trophy designed by Brian Murphy for the Flounder Pounder for Autism Tournament. The tournament will be held Saturday. (photo courtesy of Chip Davis)

Chip Davis holds the custom trophy designed by Brian Murphy for the Flounder Pounder for Autism Tournament. The tournament will be held Saturday. (photo courtesy of Chip Davis)

13th Flounder Pounder tournament is this weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
As the father of a young son newly-diagnosed with autism, Chip Davis was determined to give him the full, rich life that he deserved. While he couldn’t change the biology, he vowed to ensure Tyler had access to the resources necessary to navigate the world.

FWC meeting canceled

News Staff
Saturday, September 24, 2022
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) meeting originally scheduled for Sept. 28 and 29 in Miami has been canceled due to Tropical Storm Ian. Visit MyFWC.com for information.
Capt. Joe Curtis with Set Em Up Fishing Charters caught a nice kingfish off the pier this week. (photo submitted)

Capt. Joe Curtis with Set Em Up Fishing Charters caught a nice kingfish off the pier this week. (photo submitted)

Fall bite is starting in NE Florida

News Staff
Thursday, September 22, 2022
The fall bite is just starting up here in Northeast Florida. Our water temps haven’t dropped much yet, but the short ending days and north winds have kicked off the mullet run and the annual migrations.
A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10th- through 12th-grade first-place winner, Juliana Sessum. (artwork submitted)

A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10th- through 12th-grade first-place winner, Juliana Sessum. (artwork submitted)

FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest

News Staff
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), in partnership with Wildlife Forever, has announced the 25th Anniversary Fish Art Contest. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade can compete in this free contest for a chance to win state and national honors and prizes.
Looks like this guy is ready to eat. (photo submitted)

Looks like this guy is ready to eat. (photo submitted)

Tocoi Creek High School Dance Team supports pet food pantry

News Staff
Monday, September 19, 2022
Students from the Dance Team at Tocoi Creek High School are providing the human power needed to support pet owners challenged by the rising costs of pet food. A remote pet food drive is scheduled for Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pet Supplies Plus, 206 Ashourian Ave., Suite 108, St. Augustine.
photo submitted

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Carve out more family time this Halloween

News Staff
Saturday, September 17, 2022
By the time Halloween rolls around, many families are deep into the hustle and bustle of the school year. The holiday provides a great opportunity to focus on family and spend some quality time together.