Atlantic Beach defining rules for tennis instruction

Atlantic Beach officials are defining the rules for tennis instruction at city parks on and off the court. The City Commission recently gave preliminary approval to a set of regulations established to limit the city’s liability and create a system for fair play across the board.

New fishing license card designs feature youth artwork from Florida Fish Art Contest

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) recently revealed the two new license hard card designs featuring student artwork from this year’s Florida State Fish Art Contest.

St. Johns County Public Library System launches revamped bookmobile

The St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) recently announced the return of its bookmobile, which provides books and programs to regional areas of the community. The new bookmobile schedule, in effect until Aug. 26, includes: • Mondays: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department launches new app

On July 1, the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department launched a new app, giving residents an intuitive platform for community engagement, education and exploration.

New public art installation planned for Jacksonville Beach

A new public art installation will serve as the visual gateway to the Jacksonville Beach pier. The city’s Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) recently discussed design concepts for the central location on the boardwalk in the Downtown Redevelopment district.

Recreational harvest of Atlantic snowy grouper and red porgy closes July 1

The recreational harvest of snowy grouper and red porgy in state waters of the Atlantic will close July 1, with the last day of harvest for both species being June 30. Recreational harvest of snowy grouper will also close in all state waters of Monroe County.

Offshore fishing seeing better action than inshore

It’s been another week of summer heat and, with it, some welcome rain along the First Coast. The fishing has been OK. We’re getting into the summer doldrums inshore, and we’ve definitely seen a pattern shift on the beach bite. Offshore, the action has been better, with consistent bottom fishing.

Florida’s Historic Coast celebrating July 4th with fireworks, events

Florida’s Historic Coast celebrates the 4th of July with events throughout the holiday week, including one of the largest fireworks shows on the Eastern seaboard. Fireworks Over the Matanzas kicks off at 6 p.m. in downtown St.

Jurassic Quest coming to Jacksonville

Jacksonville-area families will soon get the chance to walk among the nation’s biggest herd of photorealistic dinosaurs when Jurassic Quest visits the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center July 12 through 14.

All local anglers should make sure voices are heard, reach out to elected representatives

It’s been a windy week on the water with gusts in the 25-knot range since Monday, and the beatings are expected to continue until morale improves. Offshore has been closed to everyone for the entire week.