A wildfire spread across about 5 acres near US-1 and Datil Pepper Road in St. Johns County on Monday night, potentially affecting travelers. The Florida Highway Patrol advised drivers to exercise caution due to possible reduced visibility, especially in the early morning hours. They suggested that drivers slow down and use low beam headlights to adjust to the changing weather conditions. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.news4jax.com
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Community First Credit Union Makes Major Land Acquisition in St. Johns County
Community First Credit Union has acquired a new site in the northwestern area for its 22nd branch. The credit union revealed that they paid $2.3 million for a 1.23-acre space in the Mill Creek retail development to construct a new free-standing branch, which is part of their Branch Transformation Project that aims to improve member service. It will be their second location in Saint Johns County, with construction set to begin this year and open to members in 2024. The 3,000-square-foot branch will feature a full-service drive-thru, two ATMs, and digital technologies. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.jaxdailyrecord.com
Concerns Increase over Safety Issues at Local Schools
Concerned parents in St. Johns County are worried about their children’s safety due to recent threats, fights, and violent incidents at several schools. One mother spoke out about her daughter being violently assaulted by an eighth-grade boy at Fruit Cove Middle School. Other parents also shared similar concerns, with some worried about their children’s safety. St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and the school district have released statements promising to investigate these incidents thoroughly and hold those responsible criminally accountable. The school district has also stated that they have applied appropriate consequences in accordance with their Student Code of Conduct for…
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Mumford & Sons and Black Keys to Co-Headline at St. Augustine’s Sing Out Loud Festival
Two popular bands, Mumford & Sons and the Black Keys, are set to headline the Sing Out Loud music festival in September at Francis Field in St. Augustine. Tickets are available for purchase starting May 12th and range from $295 to $760. Other events in the festival include free local showcases, a Porch Fest, and a songwriters festival. The festival is produced by St. Johns County Cultural Events and includes live performances at various venues throughout St. Johns County. CLICK TO READ SOURCE Images/Source: www.jacksonville.com