Residents continue push to save Atlantic Beach Elementary

Neighbors say they will unite with other beaches communities. The school is part of a proposed list of schools to be consolidated or closed. ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. — Atlantic Beach…

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Atlantic Beach commissioners pass resolution in support of school

“It’s more than just a building, it’s our heart and our soul. We’re a formidable force here and we’re a force to be reckoned with.” -Commissioner Jessica Ring said ATLANTIC…

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Atlantic Beach City Commission backs effort to keep elementary school open after news of possible closure

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. – The Atlantic Beach City Commission ruled unanimously in support of a proposal requesting the Duval County School Board to ensure that Atlantic Beach Elementary School will…

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Local nonprofit to bring affordable townhouse complex in Atlantic Beach

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. – More affordable housing is coming to the beaches thanks to a local non-profit organization. Beaches Habitat for Humanity will build townhome units in Atlantic Beach. Atlantic…

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Whiskey Jax Kitchen & Cocktails to close Atlantic Beach location

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. — A popular gastropub in Atlantic Beach is closing its doors this weekend. Whiskey Jax Kitchen & Cocktails announced on social media that Sunday will be the…

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Motorcyclist killed in crash on Atlantic Boulevard near Chili’s

The motorcyclist was a man in his 20’s, police said. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A motorcyclist was killed in a crash on Atlantic Boulevard around 9:45 p.m. Friday night. The Jacksonville…

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Atlantic Coast Girls Basketball make school history

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Game 1: Historic Victory for Atlantic Coast in Girls Basketball District Final In a monumental moment for girls’ basketball, Tocoi Creek faced Atlantic Coast, marking only the…

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23-year-old man accused in 2020 stabbing death of man in Atlantic Beach home

ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. – A 23-year-old man was arrested earlier this month and accused in the stabbing death of a 43-year-old man inside an Atlantic Beach home in 2020. According…

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Pedestrian hit by SUV, killed on Atlantic Boulevard Friday night

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A pedestrian was killed after being struck by an SUV on Atlantic Boulevard Friday night, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Police said the pedestrian was hit…

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Pedestrian hit, killed crossing Atlantic Boulevard

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A woman who police estimate was 35 or 36 years old was killed when crossing Atlantic Boulevard in Jacksonville Friday night, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. At…

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