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Coastal Wine & Tapas to open new location in Nocatee

Steve and Shaun Lourie
Coastal Wine Market & Tasting Room (soon to be Coastal Wine & Tapas) has announced that after eight wonderful years, they are rebranding and relocating to a new expanded space in Nocatee …
In a heartwarming celebration of peace, love and community, Cypress Village Retirement Community recently hosted a Woodstock-themed party that transported residents and staff back to the iconic …
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Cummer Museum to present River Blossom Jamboree

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens will present the River Blossom Jamboree, a bluegrass garden concert on the riverfront of the St. Johns, this weekend. The concert, to be held 5-7 p.m. …

Serenata Beach Club to be sold at auction

Serenata Beach Club is scheduled to be sold in a foreclosure auction at noon Thursday, Sept. 12. The 17,956-square-foot property and parking lot, located at 3175 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd., South Ponte …

Sunny side up for retirees in this economy

Economic factors for fiscally conservative retirees — those seeking less risk and more predictable outcomes — have never been more favorable. The current financial climate is turning the …

News Briefs for the Week of Sept. 5-11, 2024

Pine Castle plans open house, caregiver resource fair Pine Castle, one of Northeast Florida's leading agencies that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will host its …

FEATURES
Inez McDonald has found joy in donating to causes that contribute to life in St. Augustine.
Grande Dame, Grand Benefactor
How does one begin to describe Inez McDonald? Do you start by saying how spry, fit and sharp she is at 99 years young? Or do you first say what a generous philanthropist to the St. …
Candy Baroni Mette wears the gold medal she won at one of her recent powerlifting competitions.
When Candy Baroni Mette began to train for, and compete in, powerlifting competitions, it was something few women did. Powerlifting was considered to be a male sport. But Mette, whose journey began …
Jewel Anderson Czuchta, a retired nurse, has lived her life embracing new adventures and foreign places. She traveled to or lived in 20 countries. As a highly skilled, award-winning registered nurse, …
Imagine an event where CEOs, business professionals and community leaders are making a splash for a cause that truly matters. That's what CEO Soak is all about — an exciting blend of …
The Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) has announced the date for the 26th Annual Toast to the Animals, a fundraising event to benefit the JHS Medical Fund. The event is scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday, …
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West Eastern Health marked the grand opening of its new Mental Wellness Center in Nocatee with a well-attended open house event. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide comprehensive mental …
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty has announced that the third annual Charity Golf Classic benefitting Dreams Come True will be held Sept. 30 at Queen’s Harbour Yacht and …
Residents began to move into Rise at Nocatee, a new 55-plus active living community one mile from Nocatee Town Center, in mid-August. About 25 have taken up residence in the much-anticipated …
Jax Fuse will be a unique, two-day festival featuring food, fashion and film.
Fashion, food and film come together for a weekend of creative expression and innovation at the inaugural Jax Fuse Festival. Northeast Florida’s local designers, filmmakers and culinary …
This year the Columbia Restaurant in downtown St. Augustine, part of the 1905 Family of Restaurants, is celebrating its 27th Annual Community Harvest. It is a month-long celebration of local …
ONE OF US
Beverly Flanagan
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, …
Graig Johnigean owns Limited Edition Gallery located in Neptune Beach.
Graig Johnigean owns Limited Edition Gallery in Neptune Beach, which originally opened in 2013. The former Jacksonville University football player had a unique path to the art world, but always knew …
NOCATEE HAPPENINGS

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, …

Finding the story behind every brand

Keeli Scarlett, storyteller at the link was a featured speaker during the July Circle of Creation event.

In many ways life is full of stories, and capturing these stories can be crucial to help brand and sell a product was the primary talking points during the latest Circle of Creation event hosted by …

IN THE ARTS
A metal tactile art piece
Tactile Art Show features touchable works
The St. Augustine Art Association (STAAA) continues its centennial with an art show that allows visitors to experience the magic of art in a tangible and exciting way. Every October for more …
The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville has announced one of their most anticipated events of the year: the 47th annual Arts Awards will take place on Oct. 4 at the Florida Blue Conference Center.
Music Director Courtney Lewis conducts the Jacksonville Symphony.
The Jacksonville Symphony is holding nothing back as it prepares to launch its 75th season, opening Sept. 21 with Gustav Mahler’s triumphant masterpiece, his Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection.” …
Artist Siggy Buckley is conducting her first exhibit at the Ponte Vedra Branch Library.
Experimental artist Siggy Buckley is, in both her life and her art, anything but conventional. Viewing her exhibit at the Ponte Vedra Branch Library, one is surprised by the variety. The visitor …
Pictured from left: Ann Hertler, Patrice Evans, Laurie Casseday, Susan Pardue
Florida Chamber Music Project (FCMP) will open its 12th season on Sept. 8 performing Joseph Haydn and Bela Bartok at the Beaches Museum Chapel at the Beaches Museum at 505 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville …
SPORTS

Nothing like home sweet home for local teams

Drew Price and Brian Case will play in the Shark Tank for the first time this regular season against Baker County on Sept. 6 at 7 p.m.

A week after Ponte Vedra, Nease and Beachside all being on the road, now they each return home riding high after wins. Beachside handled its first road trip of the season with ease en route to a …

Week 2 football recap photos

The Ponte Vedra Sharks run through a banner to take the field.

The photos are from the exciting week two football action that took place for the Ponte Vedra Sharks and Nease Panthers.

Obituaries
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 …
Dewey Alvin Cash “Al”
Dewey Alvin Cash “Al” was born on March 6, 1936, in the mountains outside of Lynchburg, Virginia, to Leavia Fauber and Luke Cash. The Blue Ridge Mountains forever held a special place in his …
Virginia A. Kane
Virginia A. Kane passed away peacefully on 7/17/2024, at the age of 89, in Ponte Vedra, FL. Gina, as she liked to be called, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and cherished member of …
Death Notices for Aug. 22, 2024
Stephen Anthony Congro Stephen Anthony Congro, 83, of Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, died Aug. 11, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, www.quinn-shalz.com, …
Does where you live determine how you eat? New study uncovers America's emotional eating patterns
Hims compares America's foodie capitals and what their eating patterns say about their culture and health.
What you need to know about Project 2025
The 19th reports on a 920-page policy blueprint that contains the Heritage Foundation's vision for a second Trump administration — with impacts on women, LGBTQ+ rights, families, education and the workforce.
The surprisingly simple way cities could save people from extreme heat
Grist reports on how cool roofs reflect sunlight and reduce the urban heat island effect.
How could Project 2025 change education?
The Hechinger Report analyzes the ramifications of Project 2025–from Head Start to student loans–and how the conservative proposals for a new Trump administration have a wide scope.
Extreme heat is making schools hotter — and learning harder
The 19th reports on the rising temperatures in classrooms that translate to dehydrated, exhausted kids and teachers who have to focus on heat safety instead of instruction.
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