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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The ugly truth behind the beautiful beach vitex plant
Beachgoers, you might have noticed an attractive, vining plant growing along the coastal dunes. Beach vitex (Vitex rotundifolia) has been seen in St. Johns and Nassau counties, which is a…
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Fernandina Beach working to add police officers, firefighters
City leaders say current staffing shortages can force firefighters and police officers to work grueling 72-hour shifts. FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. — The Fernandina Beach fire and police departments are always…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis holds news conference in Miami Beach
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Miami Beach Convention Center. He will be joined by Florida Department of…
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Neptune Beach will get speed ticket cameras in school zones
The city council passed an ordinance allowing speed monitors to issue automated tickets in school zones on Monday. NEPTUNE BEACH, Fla. — Catching drivers going too fast by schools in…
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Neptune Beach approves to add speed cameras to school zones in effort to increase safety
NEPTUNE BEACH, Fla. – Neptune Beach will add speed cameras to school zones after the city council approves the new addition on Monday. This means drivers will face a $100…
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Fernandina Beach Fire Department seeks grant to address understaffing issues
FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. – Fernandina Beach fire and police departments requested grants at the city commission meeting that would help fill critical roles in the city. However, both departments have…
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Thousands of motorcyclists expected to hit the road for 2024 Daytona Beach Bike Week; drivers urged to use extra caution
FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Hundreds of thousands of motorcyclists are expected to hit the pavement starting Friday and for the following 10 days during the 2024 Daytona Beach Bike Week,…
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Gov. DeSantis holds news conference at Palm Beach Police Department
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday morning is set to hold a news conference at the Palm Beach Police Department. You can watch live by clicking the…
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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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