An open house is set to be held in St. Johns County to discuss the planned improvement project for the Kings Estate Road Corridor. The event will take place from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 20, at the Lighthouse Church of God located at 1230 Kings Estate Road in St. Augustine. The proposed improvements will cover the entire corridor, from State Road 207 to Old Moultrie Road. The project has been divided into five phases due to its length and expected costs. The first phase will start at State Road 207, include Hilltop Road, and extend to St.…
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St. Augustine Doctor Faces Trial for Sex-for-Pills
Jury selection began on Friday in the federal case against a St. Augustine doctor, Scott Hollington, who is accused of trading sex for drugs. Hollington is facing 20 criminal counts, including conspiracy, unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, and obstruction of justice. The prosecution alleges that Hollington exploited drug addicts by offering them drugs in exchange for sexual favors. Undercover FBI agents, posing as patients, along with five actual patients, are expected to testify against Hollington. The defense argues that the doctor’s sexual interactions with patients are irrelevant, as he was prescribing medically necessary prescriptions to patients dealing with addiction.…
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Friend of fallen St. Johns County deputy who died in the line of duty helps raise money for his family
A fundraiser took place on Saturday at the Elks Lodge in St. Augustine to support the family of Sgt. Michael Kunovich, a fallen deputy from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office. The event was organized by Signal 34 Foundation, a community-supported organization that assists local law enforcement. The foundation aimed to ensure that Sgt. Kunovich’s family was cared for during this difficult time. The fundraiser featured a raffle and a silent auction to raise funds for the fallen deputy’s family. Sgt. Kunovich, who served the sheriff’s office for 25 years, passed away in May due to medical issues that arose…
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St. Johns County Land Acquisition and Management Program seeks Conservation Land
St. Johns County has introduced the Land Acquisition and Management Program, designed to acquire natural and open space land for conservation purposes. The program aims to preserve the region’s beautiful landscapes while also providing passive recreational opportunities for both residents and visitors. Individuals or organizations interested in selling land are encouraged to participate by completing a short evaluation form available on the county’s website. This initiative acknowledges the significance of protecting natural resources, promoting biodiversity, and preserving the county’s unique character. The acquired land will be carefully managed and developed to support activities such as nature walks, bird watching, picnicking,…
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