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Joe Mitrick

Joe Mitrick

Former president of BMC Beaches adjusting to retirement

News Staff
Friday, January 27, 2023
It’s a season of change for Joe Mitrick. After more than 40 years in the healthcare industry, including a decade as president of Baptist Medical Center Beaches, he is adjusting to the slower pace of retirement; spending time with his family and filling out paperwork for the next chapter of his life.
Henry Tenon

Henry Tenon

Arrest made in Jacksonville Beach murder case

News Staff
Thursday, January 26, 2023
Nearly a year after Jared Bridegan was shot to death on a dark street, Jacksonville Beach police announced a major break in the case at a press conference held yesterday. The 33-year-old father of four was gunned down in front of his 2-year-old daughter around 8 p.m. Feb.
The location of the former Terry's Country Store on Penman Road in Jacksonville Beach has been purchased as a second location for Strings Sports Brewery. (photo by Liza Mitchell)

The location of the former Terry's Country Store on Penman Road in Jacksonville Beach has been purchased as a second location for Strings Sports Brewery. (photo by Liza Mitchell)

Strings Sports Brewery planned for former Terry's location

News Staff
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
It’s a passing of the torch between two well-established beaches families. For more than 50 years, the Smith family owned and operated Terry’s County Store at 1618 Penman Road. The store officially closed its doors in October 2022 following the death of family patriarch Terry Smith. On Jan.

St. Johns County launches Recycle Coach app

News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Recycle Coach is live – St. Johns County teamed up with Recycle Coach to help educate residents on proper recycling. By downloading the Recycle Coach app or visiting recyclestjohns.
Shane Corbin

Shane Corbin

Atlantic Beach city manager stepping down

News Staff
Sunday, January 22, 2023
Atlantic Beach City Manager Shane Corbin is stepping down after five years with the city. His resignation is effective Feb. 24 in compliance with the 45-day notice requirement outlined in his employment contract. In a Jan.

Neptune Beach council votes for removal of city manager

News Staff
Saturday, January 21, 2023
Citing “willful misconduct” and “flagrant neglect of duty,” Neptune Beach officials issued a unanimous vote Jan. 17 to remove City Manager Stefen Wynn, effective immediately, according to Mayor Elaine Brown.
The grand opening of the William "Bill" Gulliford Jr. Community Center in Mayport Village will be held Saturday. (photo submitted)

The grand opening of the William "Bill" Gulliford Jr. Community Center in Mayport Village will be held Saturday. (photo submitted)

Public welcome at grand opening of community center

News Staff
Friday, January 20, 2023
The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening of the William "Bill" Gulliford Jr. Community Center in Mayport Village at 4875 Ocean Street. The ribbon-cutting ceremony begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, with a reception following.