Partnership enhances annual Palm Valley Boat Parade

The annual Palm Valley Boat Parade was a big success this year. “The Palm Valley and Ponte Vedra Beach communities were treated to one of the best-ever Holiday Boat Parades along the …

PV News Briefs for the Week of December 12-18, 2024

Toys for Tots donations accepted New and unwrapped toys are being accepted now through Sunday, Dec. 15, for the Toys for Tots toy drive at a local resort. Donation boxes are located in the main …

Father-son duo open LEGO resale franchise in Jacksonville Beach

Jackson Wagner talks to customers at Bricks & Minifigs

The LEGO community in Jacksonville received an upgrade earlier this fall when Bricks & Minifigs officially opened in Jacksonville Beach. The franchise, which is owned and operated by Roddy Wagner …

FEATURES
World War II veteran Joe Shomo
WWII veteran guest of honor at Pearl Harbor Day event
Centenarian World War II veteran Joe Shomo was the guest of honor at the Dec. 7 Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance and Luncheon hosted by the We Can Be Heroes Foundation.  Shomo graciously posed …
Ponte Vedra Croquet Club founder John Curington and marketing director Heather Collins at the facility.
The Ponte Vedra Croquet Club has been around for nearly a decade and continues to be one of leading places in the area where the local community can play the sport of croquet. The club was …
IN THE ARTS
Open Micro be held Saturday for area writers
Area writers can share their work at the annual Open Mic meeting of the Ponte Vedra Writers at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library. Writing is a personal artform, …
The Kelly/Scott Jazz Quartet will perform “Jazz Stylings of Christmas Hymns & Songs” from 3 to 4:15 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at St. Frances In-The-Field Church, 895 Palm Valley Road, Ponte …
A beloved tradition for more than 50 years, the Jacksonville Symphony's “First Coast Nutcracker” returns at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13; 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. …
More Local News
Justin Sui (Lake Orion, Michigan) shot a final-round 66 on Sunday, Dec. 8, to hold off local favorite Jason Duff (Elkton), a University of North Florida senior, by one stroke in the St. Augustine …
George James Craig
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park recently announced that one of the zoo’s dearest friends, George J. Craig, died in November in Cairns, Australia, at the age of 94. Craig, best …
The winter camps at the link offer a blend of creativity, hands-on activities and fun.
Winter break is just around the corner, and parents looking to keep their children engaged and learning during the holiday season have two exciting options to consider. The winter camps at the link …
Palm Valley Rotarians recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of their club’s charter. The happy group celebrated with dinner and champagne at the recently renovated The Plantation at Ponte Vedra …
For the ninth year in a row, the Florida Theatre will host its annual holiday movie and food drive benefiting Feeding Northeast Florida and the Northeast Florida community. The movie this year will …
NOCATEE HAPPENINGS

December events offered at the link

Here’s a look at the December events being planned at the link, 425 Town Plaza Ave., Ponte Vedra. Go to app@thelink.zone for full details and registration. Kids Night Out — Tis the …

EnterCircle panel dives into importance of social enterprise

A social enterprise panel kicked things off at 2024 EnterCircle on Nov. 13.

There were plenty of panels that took place during 2024 EnterCircle at the link in Nocatee, including a social enterprise panel. The panel included Kristin Keen, founder and CEO of Rethreaded; …

JaxFuse spotlights creative economy

The link continues to surprise. In fact, this 22,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility at 425 Town Plaza Ave., Ponte Vedra Beach, has been surprising people since it opened in July 2021. …

ONE OF US
Stefan Brunt, General Manager at Sawgrass Country Club
Stefan Brunt
As told to Holly Tishfield Stefan Brunt, a North Florida native and University of Florida graduate, has dedicated his career to the golf industry, rising to General Manager at Sawgrass Country Club. …
Kurtis Loftus, founder and executive director of Deck the Chairs.
Kurtis Loftus, founder and executive director of Deck the Chairs, combined his experience in advertising and marketing with his love for the beaches community to create an event that sparks joy and …
Jacksonville native Stella Johnson is making a difference in her hometown as CEO of Hope Haven.
Stella Johnson is the CEO of Hope Haven located at 4600 Beach Boulevard in Jacksonville. Having grown up in Jacksonville, she has brought years of experience in the youth and family services world …
SPORTS

Recent offensive explosion helps Panthers find their groove

Senior Jess Morley is a major contributor to the Panthers’ offensive success.

The Nease High girls soccer team has successfully carried over the momentum they had at the end of last season following their regional final appearance. The Panthers have started the season …

Tickets for THE PLAYERS Championship 2025 on sale now

Tickets for THE PLAYERS Championship, The PGA Tour’s flagship event, are now available for purchase. Tournament officials have announced that ticket prices will remain unchanged for the 2025 event. …

Landrum Lions celebrate championship season, team excellence

Jace Murchison celebrating the victory

The Landrum Lions have capped off a sensational football season with a commanding 21-8 victory in the championship game, showcasing their dedication, teamwork and hard work. Quarterback Hudson …

Obituaries
Death Notices for Dec. 12, 2024
Kostaq Gjeli Kostaq Gjeli, 90, of Jacksonville, Florida, died Dec. 5, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 904-249-1100, www.quinn-shalz.com Robert L. …
Gale Douglas (Gee) Hopkinson
Gale Douglas (Gee) Hopkinson, 84, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida passed away on November 24, 2024. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. A beautiful woman with a lovely wry sense of humor who …
Death Notices for December 5, 2024
Jonathan Scott Covey Jonathan Scott Covey, 64, of Atlantic Beach, Florida, died Nov. 21, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 904-249-1100, www.quinn-shalz.com …
Death Notices for November 28, 2024
Karen E. Aibel Karen E. Aibel, 62, of Jacksonville, Florida, died Nov. 13, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 904-249-1100, www.quinn-shalz.com …
Death Notices for November 21, 2024
Karen E. Aibel Karen E. Aibel, 62, of Jacksonville, Florida, died Nov. 13, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 904-249-1100, www.quinn-shalz.com …
How to set your 2025 mental health new year's resolutions
Blueprint spotlights an area of new year's resolutions that is often overlooked: mental health.
Michigan managed to speed up election results, but some things just take time
Votebeat explains how Michigan's Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson suggested that additional resources and manpower led to Election Day improvements, but prioritized accuracy.
Top 10 casino streamers
OLBG ranks the best of the best casino streamers amid a booming gambling and social media landscape.
AI was everywhere in 2024. Here are the biggest stories of the year.
Creatie.ai curated five of the biggest AI stories in 2024, including copyright issues, creative control, and the intersection of AI and business.
Philadelphia had 1,250 fewer Black teachers in 2022 than in 2000.
We interviewed 30 Black public school teachers in Philadelphia to understand why so many are leaving the profession
Experiences of racism affected Black teachers across the district but manifested in different ways depending on their school’s location.
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