St. Johns school district says bids to build new school are way too high, recommends rejecting them

The St. Johns County School District is recommending that the school board reject three multi-million dollar bids to build a new school in the county. CLICK TO READ FULL www.news4jax.com

Otter’s on the Water unofficially announces closing after just months in operation

On Tuesday, Otter’s on the Water made a somewhat unofficial announcement that they would be closing their doors, as part of a comment on a review group thread. The comment, from their official Facebook have said, “Hi Everyone – On Thursday of last week we received notice from our neighbors that they were blocking most of our parking and would be towing our customers. We will be left with a total of 37 parking spots for all of our customers and employees. Since the day we opened, we have been fighting against this as our parking was quickly stolen from…

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Congressman Michael Waltz recognizes Volusia, Flagler, St. Johns County milestones on house floor

HONORING THE LIFE OF MIKE JILOTY The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Waltz) for 5 minutes. Mr. WALTZ. Madam Speaker, on December 25, Volusia County, Florida,… CLICK TO READ FULL www.flaglernewsweekly.com admin

Morphine pills among drugs seized after suspect found sleeping at an intersection

SJSO- During a traffic stop, the suspect, was found sleeping behind the wheel at an intersection. Upon making contact, the suspect fled on foot and was apprehended after a brief foot chase. After an investigative search took place, multiple drugs were found and seized, along with a hand gun. The individual, Gregory D. Willis, was arrested and subsequently booked in the St. Johns County jail on multiple charges including possession of cocaine with intent to sell, possession of paraphernalia, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. RESULTS: ???? 1 arrest???? 9 charges???? 33.4 grams of marijuana seized???? 7.2…

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