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Shown are (top, from left) Javien Strobridge, Griffin Permuy, Coach John Bissonette, Zack Shaefer, Randy Parker, Head Coach Jerry Strobridge, Trey Pundamiera, Wyatt Bissonette, Coach Gerard Ibarreche, Landon Ferrelli, Coach Dan Crews, Ava Lowman, Beau Crews, (bottom, from left) Eli Ibarreche, Presten Pratt and Reily Hargis.

Breakers win state championship

News Staff

Wednesday, June 29, 2022

The Atlantic Beach Breakers 12U baseball team won the Babe Ruth Small State Championship June 19 in Ft. White. The Breakers went undefeated in the tournament.

FWC to meet in Jacksonville

News Staff

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will meet in person July 13 and 14 at the Adam W. Herbert University Center, 12000 Alumni Dr., Jacksonville, at 8:30 a.m. each day. The meetings are open to the public. The FWC is committed to providing opportunity for public input.

THE PLAYERS Championship launches 2022 Red Coats Grants program

News Staff

Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Through Aug. 5, THE PLAYERS Championship will accept applications for its Red Coats Grants, a program that awards funding to local nonprofit organizations who lead programs and initiatives focused on improving the quality of life for Northeast Florida’s residents.

When releasing reef fish, using the right tool with the right technique makes a difference

News Staff

Friday, June 24, 2022

If you’re fishing for reef fish this season, be sure to look for signs of barotrauma and be prepared to act. Barotrauma, or injuries caused by pressure changes, occur when fish are rapidly brought to the surface from depths 50 feet or greater.

'Community Cooks!' offers free cooking classes for kids, teens and adults

News Staff

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

The St. Johns County Public Library System has announced the “Community Cooks!” culinary literacy program, made possible by a recently-awarded Innovation Project Grant. This new program allows participants of all ages to experience hands-on food preparation in a fun and health-enhancing way.

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Pet calendar contest is launched

News Staff

Sunday, June 19, 2022

The St. Augustine Humane Society has launched its 12th annual Pin Up Paws pet calendar photo contest with a Pop Art theme this year, “Dig It.

Team “Out of Site” with the winning kingfish from last weekend’s Old School Kingfish Shootout. (photo submitted)

'Out of Site' wins 2022 Old School Kingfish Tournament

News Staff

Thursday, June 16, 2022

Congratulations to team “Out of Site,” led by Ryan Linsley, on winning the 2022 Old School Kingfish Tournament last weekend with a 43.29-pound fish. Great win in a competitive field with the top 10 fish all over 30 pounds this year.

Houston Bowles (photo submitted)

Houston Bowles named THE PLAYERS 2023 tournament chairman

News Staff

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

THE PLAYERS Championship announced June 14 that Houston Bowles has been named its 2023 tournament chairman. Bowles succeeds Matt Welch for the role that oversees the more than 2,000 volunteers who support all elements of the PGA TOUR’s flagship event.

Capt. Chris Herrera and Justin Quintal with an impressive cobia. (photo submitted)

Beach fishing looks OK for Kingfish Shootout

News Staff

Thursday, June 9, 2022

There are no doubts summertime fishing is here on the First Coast. The weather’s hot, the offshore bite is great, and the coastal zone to the brackish inshore waterways are alive with bait and migratory predators on top of our resident gamefish.

SJCPLS announces Summer Reading Program for the whole family

News Staff

Tuesday, June 7, 2022

The St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) is encouraging youth and adults to participate in “The Best Summer at Your Library” Summer Reading Program June 13 through Aug. 6. The program includes virtual and in-person opportunities designed to be fun for the whole family.