For businesswoman, event organizer, it’s all about people

Daysi Jacobson offers clients an array of financial services.
Whether putting together a major cultural event or operating a business that helps clients navigate the intricacies of the financial forest, one must first be passionate about connecting with people. …

Museum presents 100 Years of Music Nights of Lights exhibit

The Ximenez-Fatio House partners with the St. Augustine Art Association and area musicians for an ongoing event during Nights of Lights in St. Augustine. The 100 Years of Music Exhibit will …

Odd Birds visionaries open Charlotte 33 Speakeasy

Not long ago, most cocktails offered in St. Augustine were standard two-ingredient classics like a rum and coke. Then, in 2013, Ice Plant Bar opened and transformed the local drinking scene. This was …

FEATURES
Ponte Vedra Croquet Club founder John Curington and marketing director Heather Collins at the facility.
Ponte Vedra Croquet Club seeks to grow game locally
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 …
‘Tis the season for gingerbread men, hot cocoa, holiday games, pictures with Santa, prizes, music and more! The Nease girls lacrosse team has come together to create a fun-filled family holiday …
Student volunteers deliver their food items.
One hundred and ten MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation (MWYF) families were provided with eight bags of nonperishable food items through community and corporate donations during the recent food …
The Starling at Ponte Vedra decorates the main lobby ahead of the holiday market.
Celebrate the holiday season at The Starling at Ponte Vedra’s inaugural holiday market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. The Starling at Ponte Vedra, an assisted living and memory care …
IN THE ARTS
Jacksonville Symphony’s cinematic-scale encounter with Vaughan Williams, Dvořák and Lam
In an attempt to inspire moviegoers back to the cinema post-COVID, the theater chain AMC Theatres showed an uncharacteristic but now widely popular commercial before its movies. Nicole Kidman, the …
The Northeast Florida Chapter of Sisters in Crime are planning “Holiday Game Time” from 1:15 to 3 p.m. Dec. 14 to wrap up a year of learning from professionals about fighting fraud, surviving …
Ponte Vedra High School students are helping to get the community into the season’s spirit with the “Holiday Spectacular Revue.” The revue will be held at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6-7, …
Kick off the yuletide season with an entertaining evening of Christmas favorites in the jazzy styles of swing, bossa nova, funk, samba, sweet ballads, bluesy shuffles, New Orleans street beat and …
Author Vic DiGenti with his book, “James R. Anthony: The Banker Who Shaped Florida's History”
You may not know the name James R. Anthony, but Floridians, who pay no state income tax, owe him a debt of gratitude. Vic DiGenti had never heard of Anthony either, or the part he played in …
More Local News
The holiday season is in full swing! As you think of your family, friends and others in your life, it is often challenging to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. The following ideas are …
Twelve days of Christmas will have extra meaning for Beaches area shoppers this December. Local volunteers from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society plan to offer holiday shoppers 12 days of …
The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department has joined the Palm Valley Community Association in presenting the 2024 Palm Valley Boat Parade at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. The St. Johns …
Cindy Walker and Janel Graham outside River House
A look at major career developments in the area. River House names events manager, assistant manager River House Events and Council on Aging (COA) recently announced that Cindy Walker …
Pearl Harbor Day observance planned The First Coast will gather to honor and remember the 2,403 service members and civilians killed during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. …
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
Kurtis Loftus, founder and executive director of Deck the Chairs.
Kurtis Loftus
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 …
Chef Nogueira prepares a dish.
Wesley Nogueira has established himself as one of the area’s most sought-after chefs. He has appeared on the Food Network and cooked for some of the area’s pre-eminent venues.
SPORTS

Looking back at a memorable football season

Senior Brian Case ran for more than 100 yards in eight games during the 2024 season.

The 2024 football season was a memorable one in so many ways for both the Nease Panthers and Ponte Vedra Sharks. Both teams advanced in the playoffs and created so many moments that fans and …

Sharks start strong in title defense

Jenny Dearie is averaging 1.5 assists per game to start the season for the Sharks.

Many local high school soccer programs are off to a fast start one month into the new season. The Ponte Vedra girls soccer team is unbeaten through five games with a record of 4-0-1, including …

Panthers, Sharks play basketball during holiday break

For the high school basketball teams locally, nothing goes better with turkey than some action on the hardwood during the Thanksgiving holiday and that is how the boys’ and girls’ teams for both …

Obituaries
 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 …
Death Notices for Nov. 7, 2024
John Calvin Heard III John Calvin Heard III, 75, of Daytona Beach, Florida, died Oct. 20, 2024. Arrangements by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home & Cremation Centre. www.quinn-shalz.com. …
Healthy Holiday Tips for Pregnant People
(Family Features) Respiratory viruses like flu, COVID-19 and RSV are common this time of year. Illness from these viruses can be dangerous for pregnant people and newborns.
Navigating Changes as a Family
(Family Features) Every family experiences changes. Some are planned, others are unexpected. Some are joyful, others are marked by pain or uncertainty.
Helpful Hints for the Holidays
(Family Features) Gift-giving during the holiday season shouldn't be stressful. In fact, finding gifts for your loved ones should be as much fun as giving (and receiving) them.
How to Get Free Vaccines for Flu, COVID-19 and RSV
(Family Features) Respiratory viruses are common in the fall and winter months. Flu, COVID-19 and RSV can surge during the cooler weather and keep people from gathering with family and friends.
5 Tips to Upgrade Your Sleep
(Family Features) Good sleep isn't just about waking up feeling rested and ready for the day. Quality sleep, and plenty of it, is important for your overall health.
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