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COVID rapid testing site opens in Neptune Beach

News Staff
Saturday, August 7, 2021
Responding to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases across Duval County, Telescope Health, a local telehealth provider, announced plans to expand its drive-through service for rapid testing. In partnership with the city of Neptune Beach, the new rapid testing site opened Aug. 2.

St. Johns County offers free yard waste disposal

News Staff
Friday, August 6, 2021
Due to the national workforce shortage, residents in northern St. Johns County have been experiencing delays in their yard waste collection. In an effort to provide additional options to the community, St.
Christian Griffith, left, and Beaches Exchange Club President Jim Hanson. (photo submitted)

Christian Griffith, left, and Beaches Exchange Club President Jim Hanson. (photo submitted)

Beaches Exchange Club hosts Christian Griffith

News Staff
Friday, August 6, 2021
On July 30, the Beaches Exchange Club’s speaker was Christian Griffith. The Jacksonville Beach resident shared his experiences of having run 3,142 miles across the United States, raising more than $300,000 for the prevention and treatment of child abuse
Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol volunteers free a green sea turtle from a beach walkover. (photo by Lucas Grein)

Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol volunteers free a green sea turtle from a beach walkover. (photo by Lucas Grein)

Volunteers rescue trapped sea turtle

News Staff
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Volunteers with the Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol worked recently to free a female sea turtle trapped under a walkover in Neptune Beach. On July 26, the female green sea turtle became lodged beneath the handicapped-accessible walkover at the Davis Street beach access.
Identify the equipment and essentials you need to get started establishing a home office, then create a wish list with other items you can add over time. (photo submitted)

Identify the equipment and essentials you need to get started establishing a home office, then create a wish list with other items you can add over time. (photo submitted)

Create a home office that works

News Staff
Monday, August 2, 2021
Although a growing number of businesses are reopening their in-person office spaces, many are maintaining remote workforces or implementing hybrid schedules. While the shift signals steps toward more traditional, familiar work environments, it also presents some challenges.

Beaches experiencing surge in new COVID-19 cases

News Staff
Sunday, August 1, 2021
In early June, Baptist Medical Center Beaches had a single patient hospitalized for COVID. Nearly two months later, that number continues to climb as the Beaches experience a significant surge in new positive cases.
The entrance to Sunshine Park in Jacksonville Beach. (photo by Aline Bailey)

The entrance to Sunshine Park in Jacksonville Beach. (photo by Aline Bailey)

Jax Beach playground getting new equipment ahead of schedule

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
A popular playground in Jacksonville Beach will receive some much-needed upgrades ahead of schedule. The city’s Community Redevelopment Agency Monday authorized $1.3 million in Southend Tax Increment Funds for the design and installation of new playground equipment at South Beach Park.
Willie is looking for his new "furever" home. (photo submitted)

Willie is looking for his new "furever" home. (photo submitted)

Furever Friends

News Staff
Monday, July 26, 2021
This cute, silly goofball is Willie. He is about 2 years old, good with other dogs and is super friendly. Willie was rescued because he was living outside after his owner was evicted. He is being fostered by Fur Sisters, but really needs his "furever" home now.