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Ellen Glasser pulls out of Atlantic Beach’s mayoral race due to ‘serious medical challenges’
Read full article: Ellen Glasser pulls out of Atlantic Beach’s mayoral race due to ‘serious medical challenges’Former Mayor Ellen Glasser pulled out of the Atlantic Beach mayoral race on Wednesday “effective immediately,” citing “serious medical challenges” as the reason.
JEA crews work to restore power in Atlantic Beach after feeder circuits sustained significant damage; Hanna Park closed
Read full article: JEA crews work to restore power in Atlantic Beach after feeder circuits sustained significant damage; Hanna Park closedA majority of homes and businesses in Atlantic Beach were still without power Friday afternoon after Hurricane Helene moved through the area bringing strong wing gusts that toppled trees.
2024 Voter's Guide: Atlantic Beach mayor, commission member
Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: Atlantic Beach mayor, commission memberAtlantic Beach city elections are held every two years, with commissioners serving staggered four-year terms. The Mayor/Commissioner serves a two-year term and vote with the other commissioners on matters brought before the commission. This year, elections will be held for mayor and commission seat 3. Commission seat 2 was also up for election this year, but the incumbent, Bruce Bole, was the only candidate to qualify, and was automatically re-elected.
JTA wins $15.6 million federal grant to buy a second St. Johns River Ferry
Read full article: JTA wins $15.6 million federal grant to buy a second St. Johns River FerryThe U.S. Departments of Transportation has funded the purchase of a new diesel hybrid-electric ferry to supplement the Jacksonville Transit Authority’s existing St. Johns River Ferry service.
Nonprofit to begin accepting applications for affordable housing community in Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Nonprofit to begin accepting applications for affordable housing community in Atlantic BeachThe nonprofit organization Beaches Habitat for Humanity will begin accepting applications from people interested in owning a home in the upcoming affordable housing community in Atlantic Beach.
Mother of man shot on St. Patrick’s Day pleads for answers at Beaches Watch community meeting
Read full article: Mother of man shot on St. Patrick’s Day pleads for answers at Beaches Watch community meetingThe mother of a 21-year-old man fatally shot in one of three Jacksonville Beach shootings on St. Patrick’s Day wanted answers in her son’s death.
Jacksonville hospitals, schools, police stations could see regular disruptive flooding by 2050, study finds
Read full article: Jacksonville hospitals, schools, police stations could see regular disruptive flooding by 2050, study findsStudy finds between now and 2050, climate change–driven sea level rise will expose more than 1,600 critical U.S. buildings and services to disruptive flooding at least twice per year
One Ocean Resort and Spa in Atlantic Beach has new ownership, will be renovated
Read full article: One Ocean Resort and Spa in Atlantic Beach has new ownership, will be renovatedThe popular oceanfront resort and spa in Atlantic Beach, One Ocean, has new owners and will soon get some upgrades and renovations.
Nonprofit breaks ground on affordable housing community with 44 townhomes in Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Nonprofit breaks ground on affordable housing community with 44 townhomes in Atlantic BeachThe nonprofit organization Beaches Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a new affordable housing community that will include 44 townhomes in Atlantic Beach.
School closure concerns back in spotlight at Atlantic Beach community meeting
Read full article: School closure concerns back in spotlight at Atlantic Beach community meetingThe Beaches community received updates on the Jaguars stadium deal, the future of Penman Road and the potential of school closures.
Renourishment project to begin moving north as work continues in Duval County beaches
Read full article: Renourishment project to begin moving north as work continues in Duval County beachesThe first weekend of the summer kicked off, and hundreds of people visited the beaches as the beach renourishment project continues in Jacksonville Beach.
School is now out for Duval County students. Big changes, challenges and uncertainty lie ahead
Read full article: School is now out for Duval County students. Big changes, challenges and uncertainty lie aheadAs students began summer break on Friday, there’s uncertainty over the future of some neighborhood schools as the district moves to consolidate and close some schools.
Police out in full force as thousands hit Jacksonville Beach to celebrate Memorial Day
Read full article: Police out in full force as thousands hit Jacksonville Beach to celebrate Memorial DayThousands of locals and tourists went to Jacksonville Beach to celebrate Memorial Day, and police were out in full force to ensure beachgoers stayed safe.
Jacksonville mom wants her son’s middle school bullies held accountable after she was forced to remove him from school
Read full article: Jacksonville mom wants her son’s middle school bullies held accountable after she was forced to remove him from schoolA Jacksonville mom felt forced to remove her son from Mayport Middle School after he became a target for bullies.
Jacksonville executives gather to repair Navy veteran’s home in Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Jacksonville executives gather to repair Navy veteran’s home in Atlantic BeachA team of Jacksonville executives gathered Friday morning to perform repairs on a veteran’s home in the Oak Harbor neighborhood in Atlantic Beach.
River City Plus: BTS with Broadway at the Beach!
Read full article: River City Plus: BTS with Broadway at the Beach!Jason Woods brings his Off-Broadway show, The Near Disaster of Jasper & Casper, to Gulliford Hall at The Adele Grage Cultural Center in Atlantic Beach (716 Ocean Blvd.) for a limited residency beginning Thursday, April 25th. Jasper is looking for his true family and discovers a blunt witch, a mysterious, articulate dragon, and a purpose he never expected. As Jasper gets closer to the truth, he confronts his own fears, a vicious queen, his brother Casper’s self-obsession, and a heartbreaking path to his own destiny. Award-winning actor Jason Woods morphs into each character with rapid-fire dexterity and heartfelt authenticity on a fantastical adventure for the child in everyone. Performances are Thursday, April 25 at 7:30 P.M., Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 P.M., and Thursday, June 6 at 7:30 P.M. For more information and tickets, please visit www.jasonwoodsproductions.com.
Broadway At The Beach
Read full article: Broadway At The BeachJason Woods brings his Off-Broadway show, The Near Disaster of Jasper & Casper, to Gulliford Hall at The Adele Grage Cultural Center in Atlantic Beach (716 Ocean Blvd.) for a limited residency beginning Thursday, April 25th. Jasper is looking for his true family and discovers a blunt witch, a mysterious, articulate dragon, and a purpose he never expected. As Jasper gets closer to the truth, he confronts his own fears, a vicious queen, his brother Casper’s self-obsession, and a heartbreaking path to his own destiny. Award-winning actor Jason Woods morphs into each character with rapid-fire dexterity and heartfelt authenticity on a fantastical adventure for the child in everyone. Performances are Thursday, April 25 at 7:30 P.M., Thursday, May 23 at 7:30 P.M., and Thursday, June 6 at 7:30 P.M. For more information and tickets, please visit www.jasonwoodsproductions.com.
Atlantic Beach restaurant owners raise funds to help long-time friend recently diagnosed with rare brain cancer
Read full article: Atlantic Beach restaurant owners raise funds to help long-time friend recently diagnosed with rare brain cancerOwners of a new restaurant in Atlantic Beach raised money Sunday morning to help their friend who was just diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer.
Atlantic Beach City Commission backs effort to keep elementary school open after news of possible closure
Read full article: Atlantic Beach City Commission backs effort to keep elementary school open after news of possible closureThe 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 remain open after the school board said it’s looking to consolidate and close several schools.
Chair says Duval County School Board will seek community input before deciding to close any schools
Read full article: Chair says Duval County School Board will seek community input before deciding to close any schoolsThe Duval County public school landscape could look very different - in the next few years. Two dozen schools are on the chopping block or could be consolidated.
DCPS explores plan to close several schools as enrollment dips due to charter, private school migration
Read full article: DCPS explores plan to close several schools as enrollment dips due to charter, private school migrationThe district is exploring ways to address a $1.4 billion budget gap through consolidation, and Atlantic Beach Elementary School is one of the schools that would close under a proposal under consideration.
She said her mother was blamed for her husband’s murder in 2020. What the daughter did to ‘clear her mother’s name’
Read full article: She said her mother was blamed for her husband’s murder in 2020. What the daughter did to ‘clear her mother’s name’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.
Army Corps of Engineers awards over $30M to renourish Duval County beaches
Read full article: Army Corps of Engineers awards over $30M to renourish Duval County beachesThe United States Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville awarded a $32.4 million contract to support a renourishment project across nearly 10 miles of Duval County beaches.
P.R.I.D.E. Book Club Celebrates 30 Years (People Reading for Inspiration, Discussion and Enjoyment)
Read full article: P.R.I.D.E. Book Club Celebrates 30 Years (People Reading for Inspiration, Discussion and Enjoyment)In September 1993, Wilene Dozier and Felice Franklin attended a book signing of Tina McElroy Ansa’s novel Ugly Ways at The Book Mark in Atlantic Beach,Florida.
The Morning Show welcomes its newest member to the team
Read full article: The Morning Show welcomes its newest member to the teamAs many of you have noticed, we have a new member of the Morning Show team. Meteorologist, Katie Garner, joined us in May. Since she is new to our area, we asked our viewers for some suggestions of places she should visit to get to know Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia better.
Calling all volunteers: Jacksonville looking for helping hands to clean up beaches after Independence Day
Read full article: Calling all volunteers: Jacksonville looking for helping hands to clean up beaches after Independence DayThe City of Jacksonville and the Keep Jacksonville Beautiful organization have partnered with Beaches Sea Turtle Patrol to help clean up the beaches after Independence Day celebrations.
19-year-old dies trying to save 3 people from Neptune Beach surf; 3rd suspected drowning in 10 days
Read full article: 19-year-old dies trying to save 3 people from Neptune Beach surf; 3rd suspected drowning in 10 daysA heroic rescue ended in tragedy overnight, as a young man tried to save 3 others in Neptune Beach, ultimately giving his life for their safety.
Police photos show note written by prominent political donor before he was found dead in Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Police photos show note written by prominent political donor before he was found dead in Atlantic BeachLate last year, a prominent Northeast Florida businessman and well-known political donor Kent Stermon was found dead in his truck at the Mayport Post Office in Atlantic Beach. No foul play is suspected.
Pay-to-park and drive on some local beaches returns March 1
Read full article: Pay-to-park and drive on some local beaches returns March 1Starting on March 1, you can pay to drive on certain local beaches in St. Johns County. In Atlantic Beach, you’ll have to pay for street parking near the beach, also starting on March 1.
Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach looking for city managers
Read full article: Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach looking for city managersBy the end of this week, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Fernandina Beach will be searching for new city managers. These vacancies are all for different reasons.
PossAbilities Plus
Read full article: PossAbilities PlusPossAbilities Plus is a young nonprofit in Atlantic Beach that helps individuals with autism and related abilities learn job skills and social skills to work in the community. They have a thrift boutique, Tearoom, and Garden. In addition, we offer a social club, music therapy, drama club, and art. There is much more. Rance dropped in to have tea and chat with the founder Susan Peters. www.possabilitiesplus.com
DCPS students have a say in the district’s direction, thanks to newly resurrected group
Read full article: DCPS students have a say in the district’s direction, thanks to newly resurrected groupElijah Melendez-Eyster is a senior at Mandarin High School and part of the Jacksonville Association of Governing Students, or “JAGS,” a recently-rebooted initiative by Duval County Public Schools, aimed at providing students with a direct conduit to the highest offices in the district.
Shooting death of teen in Atlantic Beach ruled justifiable homicide, records show
Read full article: Shooting death of teen in Atlantic Beach ruled justifiable homicide, records showThe shooting death of an 18-year-old man in Atlantic Beach has been ruled a justifiable homicide, according to records on the Jacksonville’s Sheriff’s Office’s Open Data and Transparency site.
It’s the coldest Christmas in 12 years in Jacksonville, but it will be in the 70s by next week
Read full article: It’s the coldest Christmas in 12 years in Jacksonville, but it will be in the 70s by next weekThe low on Christmas morning Sunday was 20 degrees, the coldest since Jan. 11, 2010, when the morning low was 17 degrees.
Atlantic Beach commissioners give thumbs up to ordinance prohibiting sleeping in public places
Read full article: Atlantic Beach commissioners give thumbs up to ordinance prohibiting sleeping in public placesAtlantic Beach city commissioners voted unanimously Monday night in favor of a new ordinance that prohibits people from camping or sleeping in public areas of the city.
Turkey Trot: Annual charity 5K feasts on largest turnout for Thanksgiving race
Read full article: Turkey Trot: Annual charity 5K feasts on largest turnout for Thanksgiving raceThousands of runners took part in the annual Tony’s Turkey Trot 5K in Atlantic Beach on Thanksgiving morning. The goal was to raise $200,000 for UF Health’s Trauma Center to help those with brain injuries.
Mayoral race in Atlantic Beach headed to machine recount, as is Bartram Springs CDD race
Read full article: Mayoral race in Atlantic Beach headed to machine recount, as is Bartram Springs CDD raceIt appeared Wednesday that the mayoral race in Atlantic Beach would be heading to a machine recount, and the Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office sent a news release acknowledging just that.
Mayoral race in Atlantic Beach meets criteria for machine recount
Read full article: Mayoral race in Atlantic Beach meets criteria for machine recountIt appeared Wednesday that the mayoral race in Atlantic Beach would be heading to a machine recount, and the Duval County Supervisor of Elections Office sent a news release acknowledging just that.
Trending Tuesday | Piercing 101 with Texas Sun
Read full article: Trending Tuesday | Piercing 101 with Texas SunWith over 25 years combined experience in tattooing, body piercing and permanent jewelry, Texas Sun is excited to share their business with the local community and bring elevated services to Atlantic Beach.
Atlantic Beach woman struggling to find help after tree falls on home during Ian
Read full article: Atlantic Beach woman struggling to find help after tree falls on home during IanAn Alantic Beach woman says she’s fallen through the cracks of Hurricane Ian recovery efforts after a tree fell on her mobile home.
Jacksonville-area beaches reopen, but public urged to keep off dunes, stay out of ocean
Read full article: Jacksonville-area beaches reopen, but public urged to keep off dunes, stay out of oceanJacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry announced Friday afternoon that Duval County’s beaches are reopening after Ian passed through the area. But while much of Jacksonville was spared by Ian, the storm did do a number on Duval County’s shoreline. Beachgoers are also asked to stay off the fragile dunes, and Curry warned people to stay out of the water, as there is a strong rip current risk, along with a high surf advisory.
Atlantic Beach police arrest school safety officer accused of inappropriately touching teen
Read full article: Atlantic Beach police arrest school safety officer accused of inappropriately touching teenA now-former school safety officer accused of inappropriately touching a teenager was arrested Tuesday by the Atlantic Beach Police Department on multiple charges, according to authorities.
No arrest made after threat made at Duval County elementary school: incident report
Read full article: No arrest made after threat made at Duval County elementary school: incident reportThere was no arrest made after a school threat incident Monday at Mayport Coastal Sciences Elementary, according to an incident report obtained Wednesday by News4JAX.
Parent in custody after threats made against Duval County elementary school
Read full article: Parent in custody after threats made against Duval County elementary schoolA parent was placed in custody Monday after allegedly making threats against Mayport Coastal Sciences Elementary School, according to the principal.
Water main break causes deluge in Atlantic Beach neighborhood
Read full article: Water main break causes deluge in Atlantic Beach neighborhoodFollowing an afternoon of stormy weather in the Jacksonville area, a water main break caused heavy flooding in an Atlantic Beach neighborhood Thursday evening.
‘I have looked evil in the eyes, and I didn’t see that in him’: Officer forgives man who attacked him, leaving him unconscious
Read full article: ‘I have looked evil in the eyes, and I didn’t see that in him’: Officer forgives man who attacked him, leaving him unconsciousNearly two years later, Jaden Perkins pleaded guilty to attempted second-degree murder in court Thursday, and was sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Jacksonville Beach 4th of July fireworks: Here’s what you need to know
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach 4th of July fireworks: Here’s what you need to knowThe Fourth of July holiday means tens of thousands of people will hit Jacksonville-area beaches, and fireworks are scheduled to go off from the Jacksonville Beach Pier at 9 p.m. Monday.
4 men sentenced to prison in Jacksonville-area meth distribution operation
Read full article: 4 men sentenced to prison in Jacksonville-area meth distribution operationThe U.S. Attorney’s Office on Thursday announced the sentencing of four men who were responsible for distributing large quantities of pure meth into the Jacksonville area.
Commission planning ahead to prevent, respond to next coal ash spill
Read full article: Commission planning ahead to prevent, respond to next coal ash spillThe Jacksonville Waterways Commission wants to put an end to coal ash shipments but for now, it has some more immediate changes in mind to prevent -- and respond -- to another spill.
Neighbor saves lives when apartment building catches fire in Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Neighbor saves lives when apartment building catches fire in Atlantic BeachAn apartment fire that destroyed a six-unit complex on Beach Avenue in Atlantic Beach early Tuesday morning spread to a home that was just 5 feet away, causing severe damage to that home also, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.
‘A very deep price’: Navy veterans honor ‘Battle of Midway,’ 80 years after historic fight
Read full article: ‘A very deep price’: Navy veterans honor ‘Battle of Midway,’ 80 years after historic fightNavy veterans—and the nation—marked 80 years Saturday since the Battle of Midway, the decisive victory at sea that was the turning point in the fight for the Pacific during World War II.
Woodpecker chicks rescued by JEA lineworkers last year ready to leave roost
Read full article: Woodpecker chicks rescued by JEA lineworkers last year ready to leave roostWhen pileated woodpeckers made a home in a utility pole in Atlantic Beach last year, their drilling damaged the pole to the point it had to be replaced. But when lineworkers put in the new pole, they were careful to preserve the home of the woodpeckers, which are a protected species.
Familiar heroes: Brothers pull 3 people from rip current at Atlantic Beach -- but this isn’t the first time
Read full article: Familiar heroes: Brothers pull 3 people from rip current at Atlantic Beach -- but this isn’t the first timeOne of those brothers helped save two other people exactly 11 years ago to the day -- News4JAX Anchor Kent Justice and his son.
Atlantic Beach holding supply drive for Ukraine refugees resettling in Jacksonville area
Read full article: Atlantic Beach holding supply drive for Ukraine refugees resettling in Jacksonville areaThe City of Atlantic Beach is conducting a supply drive on April 22 and 23 to collect items that will be used to furnish apartments for Ukraine refugees who will resettle in the Jacksonville area.
Commission discusses alerting the public of offshore spills following barge crash off Atlantic Beach
Read full article: Commission discusses alerting the public of offshore spills following barge crash off Atlantic BeachThe Jacksonville Waterways Commission met Wednesday to talk about better ways to respond to marine incidents like the one last year when thousands of tons of coal ash spilled into the ocean off the coast of Atlantic Beach.
City committee reviews barge crash off Atlantic Beach that sent coal ash into ocean
Read full article: City committee reviews barge crash off Atlantic Beach that sent coal ash into oceanA year after a massive barge ran aground, spilling coal ash into the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of Hanna Park, a committee with the city of Jacksonville is reviewing the incident.
Documentary at Riverside theater sheds light on endangered right whales
Read full article: Documentary at Riverside theater sheds light on endangered right whalesThere are fewer than 350 North Atlantic Right Whales left on earth, and they’re dying faster than they can reproduce. That’s the subject of a newly-released documentary called, “The Last of the Right Whales.”
Explainer: Duval County schools’ half-cent sales tax vs. millage rate increase
Read full article: Explainer: Duval County schools’ half-cent sales tax vs. millage rate increaseAs Duval County Public Schools continues to grapple with a crippling teacher shortage and retention problem, superintendent Diana Greene recommended that the school board consider hiking property taxes by one mill in order to boost salaries, fill the record number of vacant staffing positions and bolster the district’s arts and athletic programs.
2 employees of Atlantic Beach massage parlor accused of performing sex acts on undercover officer
Read full article: 2 employees of Atlantic Beach massage parlor accused of performing sex acts on undercover officerA prostitution investigation ends with the arrests of the owner and an employee of an Atlantic Beach massage parlor, according to an arrest report from the Atlantic Beach Police Department.
Annual Turkey Trot in Atlantic Beach honors legacy of the late Dr. Leon Haley Jr.
Read full article: Annual Turkey Trot in Atlantic Beach honors legacy of the late Dr. Leon Haley Jr.The 7th annual Tony’s Turkey Trot for Brain Injury Awareness 5K drew hundreds of participants to the Beaches Town Center in Atlantic Beach on Thanksgiving morning to honor the legacy of Dr. Leon Haley Jr.
Jacksonville Beach dunes held up against nor’easter, expert says
Read full article: Jacksonville Beach dunes held up against nor’easter, expert saysA majority of the sand dunes at Jacksonville, Atlantic and Neptune Beaches were not affected by the nor-easter that blew through Northeast Florida over the weekend, a local expert says.