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Jax Beach residents can expect rate hike for waste collection

News Staff
Monday, December 12, 2022
A new contract for solid waste collection and recycling services will lead to a rate hike for residential and commercial customers in Jacksonville Beach. On Dec. 5, the City Council awarded the new contract to Waste Pro of Florida, Inc. The current contract with Waste Management expires Feb.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida President and CEO Paul Martinez poses with club members from McKenzie’s Beaches Boys & Girls Club after they completed the 5K at the 13th Annual McKenzie’s Run. (photo submitted)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida President and CEO Paul Martinez poses with club members from McKenzie’s Beaches Boys & Girls Club after they completed the 5K at the 13th Annual McKenzie’s Run. (photo submitted)

Boys & Girls Clubs raise more than $400,000

News Staff
Monday, December 12, 2022
Through the events of the Great Futures Weekend, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida raised more than $400,000 and welcomed more than 1,100 runners and walkers for the 13th Annual McKenzie’s Run, and more than 100 golfers for the 2nd Annual Great Futures Golf Classic.
Jacksonville Beach Police Chief Gene Paul Smith, right, is shown with his sons, Zachary Smith, left, and John Paul Smith.

Jacksonville Beach Police Chief Gene Paul Smith, right, is shown with his sons, Zachary Smith, left, and John Paul Smith.

Jacksonville Beach Police Chief shares family legacy

News Staff
Sunday, December 11, 2022
There is more than a thin blue line connecting Jacksonville Beach Police Chief Gene Paul Smith to his work. It’s the bloodline he shares with two fellow first responders who also happen to be his sons.

Share cheer with older adults this holiday season

News Staff
Saturday, December 10, 2022
As the community prepares to celebrate the season of giving, Home Instead® encourages area residents to share the holiday spirit with older adults who may not have family and feel alone.

Post-Nicole beach debris cleanup starts Dec. 12

News Staff
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Due to Hurricane Nicole, large amounts of manufactured wood and debris cover the southern beaches in the Crescent Beach area. Debris removal crews will begin cleanup efforts on Monday, Dec. 12, at 9 a.m.
Reading a favorite book can be a productive way to reduce stress. (photo submitted)

Reading a favorite book can be a productive way to reduce stress. (photo submitted)

Heart health tips offered for the holidays

News Staff
Friday, December 9, 2022
Food, drinks, gifts and time with family make the holidays a merry occasion for people across the country. However, all that celebrating can sometimes become a distraction from maintaining heart health.

Jax Beach blocks plans for former Bo's location

News Staff
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Plans to return a vacant bar to its former use as a drinking establishment in downtown Jacksonville Beach were blocked by city officials, citing inconsistency with the city’s Comp Plan.
Deck The Chairs will host Tuba Christmas Saturday in Jacksonville Beach.

Deck The Chairs will host Tuba Christmas Saturday in Jacksonville Beach.

Tuba Christmas is Saturday in Jax Beach

News Staff
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Tuba Christmas returns to the 2022 Jacksonville Beach Deck The Chairs Saturday. With more than 200 tuba players expected, Deck The Chairs is welcoming Tuba Christmas back for the fifth season of free holiday programming at the Seawalk Pavilion.
Created and conceived by Director Lee Hamby and Musical Director Cathy Dooley, "Jinglebell Jukebox Revue" features choreography by Jocelyn Geronimo.

Created and conceived by Director Lee Hamby and Musical Director Cathy Dooley, "Jinglebell Jukebox Revue" features choreography by Jocelyn Geronimo.

PBTS featuring 'Jinglebell Jukebox Revue'

News Staff
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Christmas musical "Jinglebell Jukebox Revue" is being presented through Dec. 11 by the All Beaches Experimental Theatre at Players By the Sea, 106 N. 6th St., Jacksonville Beach. Tickets are $25. Visit abettheatre.com for information.