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Florida issues like charter schools, coastal erosion on the minds of local leaders at RNC
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – During the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, many Florida and Jacksonville area issues have been the focus for some local leaders. While there has been considerable focus on the presidential election, News4JAX found several local politicians who are focused on what’s happening in Florida, like State House Speaker Paul Renner who represents St. Johns and Flagler counties.
St. Johns proposed 2025 budget would keep tax rate steady. Property owners would pay more
St. Johns County Administrator Joy Andrews has proposed a $1.2 billion budget for fiscal year 2025 that keeps the property tax rate the same as 2024. But, if adopted, it still means property owners will pay a little more. The St. Johns County Commission has started the process for the Fiscal Year...
Black history museum site recommended to DeSantis
St. Johns County is the location of the Florida Museum of Black History, as recommended by the Florida Museum of Black History Task Force after its meeting on June 28, where the Task Force voted 6-1 to formally transmit this recommendation to the governor and the Legislature. “We did it!”...
St. Johns County celebrates renovation of Vilano Beach Oceanfront Park with ribbon-cutting ceremony
In collaboration with Vilano Beach Main Street and the St. Johns Cultural Council, the county invites the community to join the celebration today at 4:00 p.m., which will feature live music, food and drinks
St. Johns County cultural organizations take a hit from governor's veto of arts programs
While many good things emerged from Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signing of the state's $116.5 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, vetoes negatively impacted St. Johns County's cultural and organizations and events, including those in St. Augustine. According to a news release from the St. Johns County Cultural Council, the...
Sarasota weekend weather: Extreme heat and the return of Saharan dust
The tropics remain quiet, thanks in part to a patch of Saharan dust that the area National Weather Service's forecasters say is heading westward toward Florida and could begin to impact the Sarasota-Bradenton area on Saturday, potentially bringing hotter days this weekend. The dust will move north across the state,...
Stay Safe on the Water: FWC Encourages Awareness and Divers-Down Flag Compliance
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) urges boaters and divers to prioritize safety this summer in and around Sebastian. Maintaining a watchful eye for your surroundings (360-degree awareness) and following all divers-down flag regulations are key to a worry-free experience. Divers and dive vessels rely on readily identifiable...
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