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Growth management workshop to seek community input

News Staff
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
St. Johns County has seen substantial growth over the last 10 years. The 2020 Census revealed the county grew by nearly 44 percent, placing it among the fastest-growing counties in the United States and the second-fastest-growing county in Florida. The St.

St. Johns County COVID-19 testing site update

News Staff
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
The St. Johns County COVID-19 testing site is experiencing long wait times due to increased demand; everyone should be prepared to wait in line for at least one hour. All tests will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis.

St. Johns County’s COVID-19 testing site to open 7 days a week

News Staff
Friday, December 31, 2021
Starting Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, the St. Johns County COVID-19 testing site will be open seven days a week to meet the increased demand for testing. The site is located at the Wind Mitigation Building, 3111 Agricultural Center Drive. As a reminder, the testing site will remain closed on Saturday, Jan.

St. Johns County offers 'School's Out Camp' Jan. 5

News Staff
Friday, December 31, 2021
St. Johns County is opening the Ketterlinus Gym for a full day camp from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 5. The camp will be for all St. Johns County students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Campers must bring lunch, a snack and water bottle. The camp will include games, activities and more.

St. Johns County issues New Year’s holiday office hours

News Staff
Wednesday, December 29, 2021
All departments of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners and administrative offices, the Property Appraiser’s office, the Clerk of Courts’ office, and the Supervisor of Elections’ office will be closed Friday, Dec. 31, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday.

Mission House, BEAM awarded grants from Mayo Clinic

News Staff
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
Two Beaches nonprofit organizations are closing out the year with gratitude. The Mission House and Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry (BEAM) were among 80 nonprofit groups across four states to be awarded Mayo Clinic's Season of Gratitude grants.
An easy game can help kids create moments with their grandparents.

An easy game can help kids create moments with their grandparents.

Find special ways to celebrate grandparents

News Staff
Monday, December 27, 2021
Ask anyone to recall their most treasured childhood memories, and you're likely to hear tales about time spent with loved ones, grandparents in particular. As an adult, you may find yourself wondering how to help your kids create those magical moments with their grandparents.
Fletcher High School Key Clu President Lauren Czerw, Treasurer Ashley Sanchez, Vice President Eva Lujan and Secretary Christian Santacruz. (photo submitted)

Fletcher High School Key Clu President Lauren Czerw, Treasurer Ashley Sanchez, Vice President Eva Lujan and Secretary Christian Santacruz. (photo submitted)

FHS Key Club delivers stockings to Wolfson Children's Hospital

News Staff
Friday, December 24, 2021
Fletcher High School Key Club recently delivered Christmas stockings for Wolfson Children’s Hospital and pet food for the Jacksonville Humane Society pet shelter.
Jacksonville Beach Mayor Chris Hoffman, Tonya Joyce, Jacksonville Councilman Rory Diamond and Rod Joyce. (photo submitted)

Jacksonville Beach Mayor Chris Hoffman, Tonya Joyce, Jacksonville Councilman Rory Diamond and Rod Joyce. (photo submitted)

Sterling Joyce honored

News Staff
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Jacksonville City Councilman Rory Diamond, joined by Jacksonville Beach Mayor Chris Hoffman, presented a proclamation from the city of Jacksonville honoring the late Sterling Joyce. The presentation was made at Deck the Chairs during a celebration of Joyce’s life.