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Now it’s a party: New business strives to bring any party idea to life

The Social Society held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 13 at its location in Nocatee.
The Social Society opened its doors in Nocatee with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 13 and the party supply business lived up to their name by bringing a party-like atmosphere to the …
The Jaguars Foundation held its Second Annual Community Day on Sept. 6 at the Flex Field next to Daily’s Place in downtown Jacksonville, as several local businesses and season ticket members joined …
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Teens tell stories of refugee children in new book

Carter Magnano and Sarah Park, co-authors of “New Beginnings: Refugee Children’s Tales of Hope and Resilience,” with one of the children featured in the book holding a picture he drew of a memory from his home country.

Two local teens have co-authored a children’s book that will bridge the gap between cultures and help young readers appreciate the courage, hope and resilience of refugee children as well as their …

St. Johns County wins federal ruling on Grand Oaks developer dispute

St. Johns County announced Tuesday, Sept. 17, that it had secured a favorable ruling from the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida in a legal dispute with Southeast Development …

MSD unanimously approves new fiscal year’s budget

The Ponte Vedra Municipal Service District unanimously approved its budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year with a total appropriated expenditures and reserves consisting of $1,845,606.

FEATURES
A decade of fighting hunger to be celebrated at gala
Feeding Northeast Florida will celebrate 10 years of serving the local community with an anniversary gala on Sept. 28 at 6 p.m. at the nonprofit organization’s headquarters located at 5245 Old …
It surprises many people to learn that Rolex, the iconic watch maker, is actually a charity. Well, it is not really a charity, the Rolex corporation is owned by a charity, The Hans Wilsdorf …
Spavia Day Spa Ponte Vedra has announced its month-long Spavia Cares campaign in collaboration with St. Johns CARES, aiming to support its mission to assist local charities and those in need through …
Daniel supports an average of 5,000 children and families each year.
Children’s early experiences can significantly impact their development, and for some, these experiences are marked by significant challenges such as abuse and abandonment. This is the reality for …
Southeastern Grocers Inc. is doing its part during September, which is Hunger Action Month by encouraging neighbors to join the mission to end hunger this Hunger Action Month by helping the …
IN THE ARTS
Ponte Vedra High School students will present a clever and inventive play, “Puffs,” on Sept. 26-29.
Ponte Vedra students to stage “Puffs” on Sept. 26-29
The story of “Puffs” is a tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. It will take the stage Sept. 26-29 at Ponte Vedra High School. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at …
Tickets are available now for the “Messiah Ballet,” to be presented Nov. 16 at the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts. Experience the magic of George Frideric Handel’s …
Patricia Daly-Lipe will be the guest speaker for the next meeting of the Ponte Vedra Writers.
We’re not born with the seeds of creativity growing inside us — or are we? Questions about the sources of creativity have been around for millennia, and on Saturday, Sept. 28, Patricia Daly-Lipe …
The Jacksonville Symphony launches its Florida Blue Classical Series with a thrilling program featuring Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 on Sept. 27 and 28 at Jacoby Symphony Hall. The …
Luis Sosa ushers at a recent concert.
The Jacksonville Symphony has announced that five students have been selected as the 2024/25 Season Usher Scholarship recipients. The students, Melissa Molano, Cara Standard, Jasmine Walker, Luis …
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The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved action to repair the county’s ocean pier during a meeting Tuesday, Sept. 17. The easternmost 100 feet of the pier has …
The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved the $1.75 billion budget for fiscal year 2025 during a special meeting Tuesday, Sept. 17. It also approved a tax rate of $6.83 per $1,000 …
Pier pass memberships extended The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department will offer extensions to anyone with an annual fishing pass for the St. Johns County Ocean and Fishing Pier …
The ceremonial flag raising at Fire Station 11.
On Saturday, Sept. 7, St. Johns County welcomed the public to a grand opening ceremony and open house to celebrate the opening of the $10.5 million Fire Station 11 and Sheriff’s Office Operations …
On Friday morning, Sept. 13, St. Johns County joined the West Augustine Historical Community Development Corp., the West Augustine Community Redevelopment Agency, the Central Florida Community …
NOCATEE HAPPENINGS

Teen Club donates lunches to nonprofit

Teen Club members with lunches they packed for youths at the Port in the Storm center.

The link Teen Club in Nocatee started off September with a wonderful gesture for the Port in the Storm organization in St. Augustine. Port in the Storm is a youth center for those ages 21 and …

COA Center in Nocatee announces August schedule

The following programs will be held in August at COA Center at UF Health Nocatee, 351 Town Plaza Ave., Suite 205, Ponte Vedra. Unless specified otherwise, register by email to …

The link celebrates third anniversary

The link marked its third anniversary and held its annual membership appreciation celebration Saturday, July 20, with a theme of “community,” because, according to its recent Facebook post, …

ONE OF US
Elizabeth Joshi has been recognized for her efforts to remove litter along the community’s northern border.
Elizabeth Joshi
Elizabeth Joshi was recognized in May by The Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach and The Ponte Vedra Recorder during the 32nd Annual Local Heroes Awards. She launched the Ponte Vedra Litter …
Beverly Flanagan
Beverly Flanagan is this year’s president of The Rotary Club of Ponte Vedra Beach. Tell us a little about yourself and your background I’m a CXS railroad baby. My father was …
Kim Jones and husband Brett Morson are the co-founders and co-owners of Tropical Vibes.
Kim Jones and husband Brett Morson are the co-owners of Tropical Vibes, which sells apparel and products online that are inspired by the tropics. Recently, they have released their own five-year, …

Comradery fuels furious start by Panthers’ defense

Senior safety Shemar McNair has made an instant impact for the Panthers since transferring into the program.

Last week’s high school football slate proved to be a wash out with the torrential rains the area has seen of late, but prior to that it was the Nease Panthers defense that had washed out any hopes …

SPORTS

Sharks dominate line of scrimmage, cruise past Falcons

It was a homecoming game to remember for the Ponte Vedra Sharks, as they defeated the Menendez Falcons in convincing fashion, 40-0, on Thursday, Sept. 19. No matter what the Sharks (3-1) tried on offense, it seemed to be successful both through the air and on the ground. Drew Price scored three touchdowns on the night, tossing touchdowns to Cam Tietze and Caleb Stanton, while also breaking free for a 75-yard touchdown run to open the second half and extend the Sharks’ lead to 31-0. Tietze and Stanton are both sophomores and continue to develop into even more major roles with each week that passes. The Sharks had such a lead that Cole Rosendahl came into the game at quarterback as Price’s night was done, and he was quick to credit his offensive line for his performance in the game. “I wish sometimes I could just give the ball to them, because they did all the hard work tonight,” Price said. “I totally trust my boys.” Whether it was passing protection or opening running lanes for Brian Case to run through, the Sharks’ offensive line controlled the line of scrimmage throughout. That domination up front translated to the defensive side of the ball for the Sharks as well, en route to a shutout where the Falcons struggled to even reach the redzone. The Sharks were getting such a push up front that the Falcons got to where they did not even attempt to run the ball, which allowed the Sharks’ secondary to be aggressive in their coverage, and junior safety Fion Day took advantage with an interception before the half. It is a veteran group along the front seven for the Sharks and when things are clicking, pressure seems to come from everywhere. “We’re definitely a little older, which helps with leadership and accountability,” junior defensive lineman J.P. Dolan said. “It also helps that everyone is a dog out there.” The Sharks will be riding a three-game winning streak heading into district play next week as they go on the road to face Fleming Island High.

It was a homecoming game to remember for the Ponte Vedra Sharks, as they defeated the Menendez Falcons in convincing fashion, 40-0, on Thursday, Sept. 19.

Obituaries
 Carole Ann Martin
Carole Ann Martin, “Muggie” to family and friends, departed this world on August 24, 2024. Carole Ann was born in Sutton, WV on December 1, 1942. She was the youngest of five children born of …
Death Notices for Sept. 12, 2024
Edith M. Brisson Edith M. Brisson, 94, of Fleming Island, Florida, died Sept. 2, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 904-249-1100, www.quinn-shalz.com …
Sara Day Radovic
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – Sara Day Radovic, 48, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 6, following a gallant, year-long fight with ovarian cancer which she faced with …
Death Notices for Sept. 5, 2024
Mary Constance Glover Mary Constance Glover, 98, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, died Sept. 3, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn Shalz Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250, …
Mimi McDaniel
Mimi McDaniel, 75, of Ponte Vedra Beach passed away on Thursday, August 1st. Mimi was born in Fredericksburg Maryland to Thomas and Rosanne Emmons and had a brother, Kim, who passed away in 1978. She …
Modular construction is on the rise. Can it build high-quality affordable housing?
Next City reports on a Minneapolis housing authority's initiative to build affordable homes through modular construction and asks if it is a sign of things to come.
The parent report card: Teachers get an 'A.' The system? Not so much.
The 74 reveals that a new National Parents Union survey finds broad support for kids' teachers and principals but a well-established skepticism of larger institutions.
Finding relief for severe eczema: new advanced treatments
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Expert tips to help you overcome chronic pain
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(Peter M Fiorillo) - Choosing The Right Marketing Agency, Many opportunities are Present in Reaching Customers, Clients, and Friends in Business as every written line is often read by opposition, …
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