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Shown are, from left, Unit Director Audrey Clowe, Kendall Johnson, Saila Jones and Scott Wiley, program sponsor. (photo submitted)

Shown are, from left, Unit Director Audrey Clowe, Kendall Johnson, Saila Jones and Scott Wiley, program sponsor. (photo submitted)

Youths of the Month named

News Staff
Sunday, March 27, 2022
McKenzie’s Beaches Boys & Girls Club announced Kendall Johnson and Saila Jones as senior and middle school Youths of Month for February. Each was presented a certificate and gift card.

Mission House marking 25 years of service

News Staff
Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Long before the physical presence of Mission House was established on Shetter Avenue, four churches and hundreds of volunteers fed and clothed people in need from the beaches, often from church kitchens or the backs of station wagons. With Christ Episcopal, Palms Presbyterian, St.
Gustavus “Gus” Owren Hankinson and Diedre McNair-Pinkney at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference. (photo submitted)

Gustavus “Gus” Owren Hankinson and Diedre McNair-Pinkney at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference. (photo submitted)

Fletcher junior places 2nd at leadership conference

News Staff
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Duncan U. Fletcher High School Junior Gustavus “Gus” Owren Hankinson placed second in public speaking March 12 at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference, themed “Cruising to Greatness,” in Orlando.
This map illustrates road closures at Lake Apopka North Shore. Cyclists and wildlife drive visitors will be affected by the closures. (graphic submitted)

This map illustrates road closures at Lake Apopka North Shore. Cyclists and wildlife drive visitors will be affected by the closures. (graphic submitted)

Road closures at Lake Apopka North Shore begin March 21

News Staff
Saturday, March 19, 2022
Construction will begin next week on the Lake Apopka North Shore to mitigate erosion damage caused when water is discharged from the canal or attached cells.
Singleton's Seafood Shack will remain closed while renovations are completed.

Singleton's Seafood Shack will remain closed while renovations are completed.

Owners, new partner working to complete renovations to Singleton's

News Staff
Thursday, March 17, 2022
The owners of the landmark seafood shack in the Mayport fishing village are partnering with a local restaurateur to complete renovations that have sidelined the popular restaurant for nearly two years.

Events and Meetings

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Thursday, March 17 Active Living: Northeast Florida AHEC offers a free active living every day program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays through June 2. The live webinar is for ages 60 and older. Call 904-482-0189 or 877-784-8486 for registration and information.

St. Johns County hurricane evacuation zone changes 

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
St. Johns County’s hurricane evacuation zones have been updated as a result of data improvements by the National Hurricane Center. The new zones are effective immediately. Those living in coastal, waterfront and low-lying areas will see the most significant changes.

Tree service draws complaints in Atlantic Beach

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Atlantic Beach officials are urging residents to report predatory companies following recent complaints of aggressive solicitation. Recently, several residents notified city staff that the owner of a tree service was going door-to-door seeking new business.