The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Property Crimes Unit in Florida has arrested two men, Jason Morris and Sterlie Mitchell, on suspicion of burglary and grand theft. The arrests followed an investigation into multiple burglaries at new homes still under construction. The suspects were caught on September 6 at 4 a.m. after detectives observed them entering a home under construction and removing appliances. More… Read Full story: Action News Jax
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City Leaders to Discuss Lease Agreement for West Augustine Parking Garage
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St. Johns County Family Organizes Golf Tournament to Honor Son Lost in Drunk Driving Tragedy
A couple in St. Johns County, Cathleen and Winslow Wheeler, are organizing a golf tournament to honor their son, Jack, who was killed in a drunk driving accident in 2019. Jack, an 18-year-old senior at Creekside High, was a passenger in a vehicle that was traveling at 101 mph in a 30 mph zone. The driver had been drinking, and the roads were wet and curvy. The Wheelers still grieve their son every day and hope to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving. The couple emphasizes the pain of losing a child and the potential impact it…
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St. Johns County Greenlights $17.5M Investment in 31-Acre Park
St. Johns County has recently given its approval for the acquisition of a 31-acre parcel of land. The county plans to utilize this property to establish a boat ramp and park. The purchase of the land comes at a cost of $17.5 million. The decision to proceed with the acquisition was made by the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners. The 31-acre parcel is situated within the county and is viewed as an ideal location for the construction of a boat ramp and park facility. The boat ramp and park project aims to enhance and expand the recreational opportunities…
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