90th birthday of Pete's Bar to be celebrated with street party

It’s another milestone for an iconic Neptune Beach landmark. Pete’s Bar holds the first liquor license issued in Duval County, to Pete Jensen following the repeal of Prohibition. Since 1933, Pete’s Bar has been operated at 117 First Street by generations of the Jensen family. On Dec.

Light It Forward Award presented

Juanita Adeeyo, emergency assistance manager at Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministry, was recently awarded the JEA Light It Forward Award. The award is given to individuals who go above and beyond to help low-income households.

St. Johns County recognizes former Commissioner Paul Waldron

At the Dec. 5 St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Regular Meeting, former County Commissioner Paul Waldron was posthumously honored for his community contributions and public service with a presentation to his family for “Paul Waldron Day.” Waldron passed away in October 2022.

Fla. Ed. Assoc. president visits Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School

Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar and American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten visited Mayport Coastal Sciences Middle School Dec.

AB couple recognized for creating holiday spectacle

An Atlantic Beach couple is being celebrated for bringing the Christmas spirit to the community. Last December, Atlantic Beach Mayor Curtis Ford issued a proclamation honoring residents Lee and Deb Leibecki for serving as a beacon of joy for the community every season.

Update coming on Jacksonville Beach urban trails project

A community meeting will be held Wednesday to provide an update on the urban trails project in Jacksonville Beach. The meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Parks and Recreation Community Center at 2508 South Beach Pkwy. near Sunshine Park.

Tim Stafford announces retirement from Atlantic Beach Police Department

Three years after sustaining critical injuries while responding to a call for service, Officer Tim Stafford announced his retirement from the Atlantic Beach Police Department. Last week, the City Commission recognized Stafford for his bravery and resolve during his difficult recovery.

Open house will celebrate new Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center

An open house celebrating the long-awaited opening of the new Neptune Beach Senior Activity Center will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday at 2004 Forrest Avenue. The event is open to the public and refreshments will be available. “We’re in,” said Executive Director Leslie Lyne.

St. Johns County Commission approves motion to address possible violations by Commissioner Krista Joseph

On Dec. 5, during the St. Johns Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) Regular Meeting, Commissioner Henry Dean commented that Commissioner Krista Joseph made a “campaign speech” during her commissioner report at the Nov. 21 BOCC meeting.

Donations sought for 10th annual Christmas toy drive

For the last decade, a local volunteer has collected donations for an annual toy drive to benefit beaches families at Christmas. Belinda Brownlee is holding her 10th annual Christmas toy drive through her non-profit outreach program. B and E Creation Outreach/S.O.W.