Sports & Leisure

Captain Phil Kelly and the crew of the Time Served with the winning fish from last week's Meat Mayhem. (photo submitted)

Captain Phil Kelly and the crew of the Time Served with the winning fish from last week's Meat Mayhem. (photo submitted)

Boat ramps likely to be busy this weekend

News Staff
Thursday, June 10, 2021
First off, congratulations to local team Time Served for taking the win in the St. Augustine Meat Mayhem Kingfish Tournament. Awesome seeing a local crew in a local made Frontrunner center console take the win!
Friends and teammates gather to dedicate ball wall to Maggie Paxton. (photo by Liza Mitchell)

Friends and teammates gather to dedicate ball wall to Maggie Paxton. (photo by Liza Mitchell)

Fletcher lacrosse ball wall dedicated to Maggie Paxton

News Staff
Saturday, June 5, 2021
Friends and teammates of a former Fletcher High School lacrosse player killed last year in a hit-and-run accident gathered recently on the team’s practice field to dedicate a ball wall in her memory.

Breezes continue into June

News Staff
Thursday, June 3, 2021
June is here but unfortunately May's breezy conditions have followed us, 2021 so far will be remembered by anglers as the year of wind.
A boater uses a boat ramp in St. Marks. (photo submitted)

A boater uses a boat ramp in St. Marks. (photo submitted)

Need-to-know tips for beginner boaters

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
With summer drawing near, it’s no secret that anglers want to be on the water. Learn about everything from boat ramp etiquette to need-to-know safety tips for boating in Florida. Preparation and launching: A busy boat ramp can be intimidating.

77th Annual TaxSlayer Gator Bowl date announced

News Staff
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
The TaxSlayer Gator Bowl, TaxSlayer and ESPN announced May 27 that the 77th Annual TaxSlayer Gator Bowl will be played on Bill Gay Grounds at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville Friday, Dec. 31, at 11:00 a.m. The game will be televised nationally on ESPN.
Palmer Catholic Academy girls basketball team gathers after victory at Bishop Kenny. (photo submitted)

Palmer Catholic Academy girls basketball team gathers after victory at Bishop Kenny. (photo submitted)

Palmer Catholic Academy wins championship

News Staff
Friday, May 28, 2021
Palmer Catholic Academy girls basketball team won the league tournament championship 29-16 over Assumption at Bishop Kenny May 20. This is the fourth consecutive year the team has won the league championship, with a 53-2 record over the four-year span.
Michael’s goal for his first trip offshore was a Mahi Mahi and Capt. Adam made it happen on the Reel Dream this week out of Vilano. (photo submitted)

Michael’s goal for his first trip offshore was a Mahi Mahi and Capt. Adam made it happen on the Reel Dream this week out of Vilano. (photo submitted)

Waters expected to be busy this holiday weekend

News Staff
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Are you ready for some chaos? The busiest weekend of the year is here and everyone with a watercraft will be attempting to get on the water. With a long holiday weekend ahead be prepared mentally to deal with heavier crowds at the ramp, practice patience, and most importantly stay safe on the water.
William Joseph Peckham holds a Florida pompano (left) and a record-breaking 2.4-pound Gulf kingfish/whiting caught off Pensacola Beach April 18. (photo submitted)

William Joseph Peckham holds a Florida pompano (left) and a record-breaking 2.4-pound Gulf kingfish/whiting caught off Pensacola Beach April 18. (photo submitted)

FWC approves new Florida Saltwater Fishing Record for whiting/kingfish

News Staff
Tuesday, May 25, 2021
William Joseph Peckham caught the Gulf kingfish (whiting) of a lifetime April 18 while fishing off Pensacola Beach. His 2.4-pound catch beat out the previous Florida Saltwater Fishing Record of 2.19 pounds. “I’ve had so many exciting, memorable experiences fishing on Pensacola Beach,” said Peckham.

Boaters urged to boat safely during National Safe Boating Week

News Staff
Thursday, May 20, 2021
With National Safe Boating Week and the release of the 2020 Boating Accident Statistical Report, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) encourages boaters to focus on simple, effective steps that make boating safer. If you plan to enjoy the waterways, check out MyFWC.