Atlantic Beach moving forward with purchase of building

Atlantic Beach officials approved the acquisition of a commercial building adjacent to the Beaches Veterans Memorial Park. During a Dec. 11 meeting, the City Commission voted unanimously in support of a resolution authorizing the purchase of the 4,500-square-foot building located at 100 W.

Revised contract gives Deck the Chairs at least three more years

Deck the Chairs will continue providing holiday magic to families in Jacksonville Beach for at least the next three years, according to a revised contract approved Dec. 18 by the City Council.

WJCT Public Media announces 2024 TEACH Conference

WJCT Public Media, in partnership with VyStar Credit Union, will host its annual TEACH Conference Saturday, Feb. 10. The day-long conference for educators will be held at the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront.

Jacksonville Beach motorcycle repair shop adding coffee shop

Motorcycle enthusiasts will soon be able to enjoy a cup of coffee while their bikes are being serviced. Customers may also peruse the on-site collection of vintage cycles on display at Garrison Moto in Jacksonville Beach.

No Leaders Christmas week

The Beaches Leader and Ponte Vedra Leader will not publish Dec. 28 in observance of the holidays; the next issues will publish Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024.

St. Johns County selects new solid waste provider

On Dec. 19, during the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) regular meeting, a contract was approved for FCC Environmental Services Florida, LLC, for residential solid waste collection including household garbage, recycling and yard waste. The new contract begins Aug. 1, 2024.

St. Johns County updates Christmas and New Year’s holiday office hours

In observance of the Christmas holiday, all departments of the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners, St. Johns County administrative offices, the Supervisor of Elections Office and the Property Appraiser’s Office are closed through Tuesday, Dec. 26.

Atlantic Beach garbage collection service impacted by Christmas holiday

Garbage, recycling and yard waste is collected in Atlantic Beach every day of the year, except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. This Christmas, the solid waste route will run one day behind for the week of Dec. 25.

Jacksonville Beach special events policy changed

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Five tips offered for safe holiday travel

The holiday season can be stressful enough before adding travel to the mix. Coordinating ground or air travel and planning accommodations, even if you're simply staying with loved ones, is often just the beginning and health and safety concerns can fall by the wayside.