
Investigation underway after hundreds of trophy-sized fish die at Guana Preserve
Read full article: Investigation underway after hundreds of trophy-sized fish die at Guana PreserveAn investigation is underway after a recent fish kill at Guana Preserve that fishermen say killed hundreds of trophy-sized trout, redfish and other popular species.

St. Johns County chair discusses 4,462-acre project denial, developer plans to appeal the ruling
Read full article: St. Johns County chair discusses 4,462-acre project denial, developer plans to appeal the rulingSt. Johns County Commission Chair Clay Murphy said Tuesday the county will challenge SB 686, known as the agricultural enclave law, after commissioners denied a proposed 4,462-acre project near Nocatee.

St. Johns County Commission rejects 4,462-acre project, setting up possible legal battle
Read full article: St. Johns County Commission rejects 4,462-acre project, setting up possible legal battleA widely criticized 4,462-acre development proposal near Ponte Vedra and Nocatee was rejected Tuesday by St. Johns County commissioners, following weeks of community opposition and growing questions about the project’s legal path.

‘How were we not notified?’: St. Johns County loses lobbyist amid agricultural land law fallout
Read full article: ‘How were we not notified?’: St. Johns County loses lobbyist amid agricultural land law falloutA state law making it easier for developers to build on agricultural land has raised serious questions in St. Johns County — now, the county’s lobbying firm is walking away.

Off-duty St. Johns County firefighter honored by commissioner and department for saving family from sinking car
Read full article: Off-duty St. Johns County firefighter honored by commissioner and department for saving family from sinking carAn off-duty St. Johns County firefighter is being recognized for a remarkable act of heroism — one he credits simply to his training.

St. Johns County removing LPRs from state roads, but county road cameras fate unclear
Read full article: St. Johns County removing LPRs from state roads, but county road cameras fate unclearLicense plate reader technology is coming down from roads across Northeast Florida, but that doesn’t mean all of them have to go.

St. Johns County removing license plate readers from state roads following FDOT directive
Read full article: St. Johns County removing license plate readers from state roads following FDOT directiveThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office is removing license plate reader technology from certain roadways following a directive from the Florida Department of Transportation.

St. Johns County takes first step toward challenging Florida’s agricultural enclave law in court
Read full article: St. Johns County takes first step toward challenging Florida’s agricultural enclave law in courtSt. Johns County commissioners voted Tuesday to have the County Attorney’s Office explore whether the county has legal grounds to challenge Florida’s agricultural enclave law, Senate Bill 686.

1 dead, 1 deputy hospitalized after crash on SR 16 at Stratton Boulevard in St. Johns County
Read full article: 1 dead, 1 deputy hospitalized after crash on SR 16 at Stratton Boulevard in St. Johns CountyA woman died and a St. Johns County deputy was seriously injured Saturday night in a crash on State Road 16, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

St. Johns County commissioners weigh changes after IRONMAN Jacksonville traffic delays, safety concerns
Read full article: St. Johns County commissioners weigh changes after IRONMAN Jacksonville traffic delays, safety concernsSt. Johns County commissioners are weighing what happens next after the first-ever IRONMAN Jacksonville triathlon caused major traffic delays in parts of Ponte Vedra and Nocatee over the weekend.

St. Johns County extends burn ban amid continued dry conditions, elevated wildfire risk
Read full article: St. Johns County extends burn ban amid continued dry conditions, elevated wildfire riskSt. Johns County has extended its countywide burn ban for an additional seven days as extreme drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk continue across the region, the county said in a news release on Monday.

St. Johns County celebrates completion of CR-210 widening project
Read full article: St. Johns County celebrates completion of CR-210 widening projectSt. Johns County has completed roadway improvements along County Road 210 from Interstate 95 to U.S. 1, marking a significant milestone in improving mobility and connectivity for residents, businesses and schools in north St. Johns County.

St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire risk
Read full article: St. Johns County issues burn ban amid extreme drought, elevated wildfire riskSt. Johns County has issued a countywide burn ban effective immediately through April 27, 2026, due to extreme drought conditions and elevated wildfire risk across Northeast Florida.

Lawmakers hope new law spurs affordable housing, but some leaders say it weakens local government control
Read full article: Lawmakers hope new law spurs affordable housing, but some leaders say it weakens local government controlA new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday will make it harder for local governments to turn down some housing-related development requests.

Frustration grows over median forcing U-turns in St. Augustine Shores neighborhood
Read full article: Frustration grows over median forcing U-turns in St. Augustine Shores neighborhoodA few weeks after News4JAX first reported concerns from St. Augustine Shores residents, frustration is continuing to grow over a median that blocks direct access to their neighborhood.

Board chair ousted from leadership position as SJC commissioners clash during tense meeting
Read full article: Board chair ousted from leadership position as SJC commissioners clash during tense meetingThe St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners has a new chair following a dramatic meeting marked by a clash between two board members.

Despite pushback from residents, St. Johns County officially appoints new attorney
Read full article: Despite pushback from residents, St. Johns County officially appoints new attorneySt. Johns County has appointed Richard Komando as its new attorney, a decision that sparked pushback from residents. The selection came after a narrow 3-2 vote by the county commissioners, which left some community members shocked and disappointed.

Tense moments at SJC commission meeting as county administrator’s performance was under fire over previous trash issue
Read full article: Tense moments at SJC commission meeting as county administrator’s performance was under fire over previous trash issueThe St. Johns County Commission Tuesday meeting was marked by tense moments when County Administrator Joy Andrews' job performance was scrutinized.

2024 Voter's Guide: St. Johns County Commission, District 3
Read full article: 2024 Voter's Guide: St. Johns County Commission, District 3Clay Murphy won a four-way Republican primary for this commission seat in August, defeating incumbent Roy Alaimo and two other candidates. While there are no Democratic candidates in the race, there is a write-in candidate who qualified, meaning the primary was only open to Republican voters.
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SJC leaders experience homelessness in Sleep Out Challenge
Read full article: SJC leaders experience homelessness in Sleep Out ChallengeST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – St. Johns County leaders are choosing to experience what it’s like to be homeless to understand and reflect. On Friday night, Alpha Omega is hosting the First Coast Sleep Out to raise awareness about homelessness in the county. St. Johns County leaders are choosing to experience what it’s like to be homeless to understand and reflect. The list includes—Rob Hardwick the St. Johns County Sheriff-Elect; Chris Pacetti, the City of St. Augustine Fire Department Chief of Operations; Greg Lulkoski with the St. Johns County Community Development Block Grant Housing and Community Services Division. The goal today and the hope for the future is to support women transitioning out of poverty.
