FHP: Pedestrian Fatality on I-95 in St. Johns County

Authorities are currently conducting an investigation to determine the identity of an individual who tragically lost their life on Monday morning. The incident occurred on Interstate 95, specifically near State Road 16, within St. Johns County. More… Reference: Action News Jax

Family Mourns Heroic Father After he Tried to Save His 12yo From Drowning on Micklers Beach

The Telugu Association of Jacksonville Area (TAJA) is providing assistance to a family in Ponte Vedra Beach after a man and his son were caught in a rip current at Micklers Beach on Saturday. According to witnesses, the 44-year-old father, Rajesh Potti, attempted to rescue his 12-year-old son from drowning. Both individuals were transported to the hospital in critical condition, but sadly, the father did not survive. TAJA reports that while the son has been discharged from the hospital and is recovering at home, the family is struggling to cope with the loss of Potti. TAJA members received a call…

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Prominent Republican Leaders Criticize St. Johns GOP Chair After Chaotic Meeting Triggers 911 Call, Pursuit of Charges by Vice Chair

The St. Johns County GOP Chairman, Blake Paterson, faced criticism from political leaders and activists following a tumultuous meeting on June 1st. The meeting resulted in a 911 call and subsequent charges being pressed by the party’s vice-chair. Paterson sent an email to members stating that the party lost their venue at the First Coast Technical College as a direct result of the events during the meeting. According to a 911 call obtained by Florida’s Voice, Paterson reported a disruptive verbal and potentially physical altercation involving five to six people. Paterson referred to “members not following the rules” and a…

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Teen stabbed, now paralyzed, remains hopeful she’ll soon walk again

Madison Schemitz, who was stabbed multiple times outside a restaurant in Ponte Vedra Beach last month, held a news conference to provide an update on her recovery. Schemitz revealed that the attack has left her paralyzed from the chest down. Despite the life-altering incident, she expressed her belief that everything happens for a reason and her determination to look forward and make a difference in the world. Schemitz plans to establish a chapter of the One Love Foundation at her high school. This national non-profit organization aims to combat relationship abuse by equipping young people with the necessary tools to…

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