Authorities Probe Threat Found on Bathroom Stall at Local High School

Law enforcement is investigating a possible threat to Bartram Trail High School in St. Johns County, Florida, after it was written on a restroom stall at the school. As a precautionary measure, there will be an increased law enforcement presence at the school next week. Officials are asking anyone with helpful information to come forward. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.actionnewsjax.com

FHP Warns of Brushfire and Smoke in St. Johns County

The Florida Highway Patrol has issued a warning to drivers about a bushfire in St. Johns County. The fire is located near Interstate 95, and drivers are advised to use caution due to decreased visibility caused by fog and smoke, especially during nighttime and early morning hours. The SJC Fire Department is working to extinguish the fire. Drivers should reduce their speed and use low-beam headlights for increased visibility. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.actionnewsjax.com

St. Johns County Educators and Parents Rally for Higher Teacher Salaries

Teachers and parents in St. Johns County, Florida rallied for better pay at a school board meeting, wearing “Red for Ed” clothing. Despite a pay boost last year, teachers say their salaries remain too low and inadequate for the high cost of living in the area. Teachers also reported feeling unsupported and concerned for their safety in the classroom. Negotiations between the St. Johns Education Association and the school district will take place tomorrow. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.actionnewsjax.com

FWC Officer Accused of Possessing Child Pornography in St. Johns County

A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officer, William Lee Lawshe, has been charged with three counts of child porn possession in St. Johns County after a cyber-tip was received by the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Lawshe confirmed that the phone from the tip was his and that it was in his control when the abuse material was uploaded. Three files depicting two unknown children in a sexually explicit manner were directly linked to Lawshe’s phone. Lawshe has been an FWC officer since 2008 and was named the national wildlife…

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