National Geographic has recommended seven U.S. beach towns to visit during the fall season in 2023, including St. Augustine Beach in Florida. The publication highlighted the area’s history, 42-mile sandy shores, and unique environment. Other beach towns featured include Atlantic Beach in South Carolina, known for its Black-owned history; Cannon Beach in Oregon, famous for its “Haystack Rock”; Cape May in New Jersey, one of the oldest seaside resort towns; Laguna Beach in California, known for its diverse scenery; Haleʻiwa in Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, a top surfing location; and Revere Beach in Massachusetts, the first public beach established in the U.S.…
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October Marks End of Toll Booth Season for St. Johns County Beaches
St. Johns County, Florida, will end its toll-booth season for beaches on September 30. Vehicle owners will not need to purchase passes to access approximately 12 miles of beach until March 1, 2024. The county will close vehicular beach access gates from 7:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. to protect nesting sea turtles. Despite the absence of tolls, drivers must still adhere to all beach vehicle safety rules. Access to the beach may be affected by weather, sand, or tides. For updated information, visitors can visit the county’s website or call a provided number. More… Read Full story: Action News Jax
St. Johns County Man Arrested in Attempted Meeting with Undercover Detective
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office in Florida has arrested 56-year-old Michael Christopher Patchen on multiple charges related to child exploitation. Patchen was caught by Crimes Against Children detectives after engaging in sexually explicit conversations with an undercover detective posing as a child, and attempting to meet the ‘child’ for sex. He was charged with attempted lewd/lascivious battery, traveling to meet a minor for sex, solicitation of a minor for sex, and unlawful use of a two-way communication device. The Sheriff’s Office has urged parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activities and be aware of online dangers. More… Read…
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Fire Devastates Part of Atlantic Beach & Tennis Club in St. Augustine Beach
A massive fire has destroyed part of the Atlantic Beach and Tennis Club in St. Augustine Beach, Florida. The club, owned by Bill Brothers for over three decades, offers tennis courts, pools, workout spaces, and a family environment to its members. The fire broke out around 1:30 a.m., with large flames and smoke visible upon the arrival of the St. Johns County Fire Rescue. The firefighters used multiple water supplies to extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the St. Johns County Fire Marshal and the Florida State Fire…
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