Early voting underway
Early voting for the Aug. 20 primary election began in St. Johns County on Saturday, Aug. 10. It will conclude on Saturday, Aug. 17. Seven polling stations, including the Ponte Vedra Branch Library, are open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For further information, go to votesjc.gov.
Passport Saturday event: 284 applications processed
The St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller has announced the results of the Aug. 3 Passport Saturday Event. During the event, clerks welcomed 600 residents, successfully processed 284 passport applications and took 249 passport photos.
The office offers passport services 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center, 4010 Lewis Speedway, St. Augustine. Appointments are encouraged at the main office location and walk-ins are welcome. Julington Creek and Ponte Vedra annexes offer passport services by appointment only.
To further assist residents, the office has created a comprehensive passport guide that simplifies the application process with clear, step-by-step guidance.
For more information on passport services and to access the passport guide, go to stjohnsclerk.com/passports.
Coastal Friends topic: Jacksonville history
Coastal Friends will host Dr. Scott L. Matthews, professor of history at Florida State College of Jacksonville, as their guest speaker for the Sept. 4. luncheon. The luncheon runs from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will be held at Marsh Landing Country Club, 25655 Marsh Landing Parkway, Ponte Vedra Beach. Matthews’ topic will be “They Fear Nothing So Much As Their Own People: How The Civil War Fractured Jacksonville And Its Lessons For Us Today.”
The luncheon is open to members and guests, as well as the community. The cost to attend the luncheon is $25. Reservations must be made in advance by contacting the luncheon chairman at bartshar@comcast.net. The deadline for checks to be received is Friday, Aug. 30.
Luncheons are normally held on the first Wednesday of every month, except for July and August.
New members are welcome throughout the year. Contact brookemeister@msn.com for information on how to join.
Family Law Workshop Series under way
The St. Johns County Clerk of the Circuit Court and County Comptroller’s office reports the successful launch of the Family Law Workshop held on Aug. 7 in partnership with St. Johns County Legal Aid and the Law Office of Nancy Harrison.
The workshop attracted 22 residents. Among the key topics discussed were the complexities of child custody arrangements and the procedures for filing legal documents without representation.
Harrison's presentation provided insightful guidance on various family law issues, including practical advice on topics such as divorce, child custody, asset separation and pro se filings.
A recording of the first workshop of the series can be viewed at youtu.be/PR4wfY29BoM.
The next Family Law Workshop is scheduled for noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center. This event is open to the public and free of charge. For more details about the workshop or family law services, go to stjohnsclerk.com/courts/family-law.
Palm Valley Market every Tuesday
The Palm Valley Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday inside the Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Road. The market offers fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, tea, seasonal treats, soap, jewelry, plants and more.
— Compiled by Shaun Ryan
