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Ascension St. Vincent's expands primary care access in St. Johns County

Ascension St. Vincent’s is expanding access to primary care services in St. Johns County with three new locations opening across the county. The expansion includes three locations: …

Janice Carrier was able to transfer into the Baptist Hospital at Home program and receive treatment in her own home.

Baptist Health expands Hospital at Home program

Adult patients at Baptist Medical Center South who require hospital-level care but are stable enough to be treated safely at home may now have an opportunity to transfer to the Baptist Hospital …

Employers invited to participate in career fair

The St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) and the county Department of Economic Development invite local businesses and organizations to participate in the Career Fair at the Solomon …

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Kathy’s Gardening Guide: Landscape Trivia

There is so much to learn about flowers and gardening! Test your knowledge with these fun trivia questions (answers below): 1. Which part of the horseradish plant can be used to make a sauce? A) …

Cardiovascular services to be expanded at Baptist South

Baptist Health is expanding advanced cardiovascular services at Baptist Medical Center South to offer highly specialized heart surgery and minimally invasive electrophysiology and structural heart …

The Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty team presented a check for $3,000 to Tiffany Morales, veterans outreach manager, Jacksonville Military Affairs and Veterans Department, for the 10th Annual Vetrepreneur Summit.
Vetrepreneur Summit set for Dec. 4
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Network Realty will serve as a sponsor of the 10th Annual Vetrepreneur Summit, a free one-day event for current and future veteran business owners who want to …
Should you open a Roth IRA for kids?
It may seem premature to help your children prepare for retirement before they even graduate from high school. But thinking about ways to help them save now — including opening a Roth Individual …
Navigating new distribution rules with inherited IRAs
An inherited individual retirement account (IRA) is a potential financial windfall that may create new opportunities to achieve your financial goals. If you are a beneficiary currently or expect to …
Jackie Hird with a calendar at The Lightner Museum
Photographer releases annual St. Augustine calendar
St. Augustine-based photographer and artist Jackie Hird has released the 12th edition of her “Views of St. Augustine” wall calendar. What began as a client request in 2015 has grown into a local …
Local officials and dignitaries celebrate St. Johns County being named the first Certified Autism Destination in Florida.
St. Johns County named Florida’s first autism destination
St. Johns County has been officially recognized as Florida’s first Certified Autism Destination. Civic, government and business leaders gathered Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the St. Augustine & …
Businesses partner with United Way to help families
This November, shopping local will do more than support small businesses — it will help local families in need. United Way of St. Johns & Putnam Counties is launching “Shop Local. Support …
Baptist Health adult hospitals recognized for excellence in stroke care
Recently, all five Baptist Health adult hospitals have once again earned the highest quality achievement award for stroke care from the American Heart Association. Baptist Medical Center …
Baptist Health earns top national digital health recognition
Baptist Health has once again earned Level 10 designation — the highest possible recognition — in both the acute and ambulatory categories of the annual “Digital Health Most Wired” survey …
A look at this year’s EnterCircle Women’s Day
EnterCircle Women’s Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at the link. Here’s a look at this inspiring day that’s all about empowering women to unlock their inner …
PathPoint Health opens first Florida Clinic at Ascension St. Vincent’s Southside
PathPoint Health and Ascension St. Vincent’s recently opened PathPoint Health – Jacksonville Southside, the joint venture’s first clinic in Northeast Florida. The clinic is …

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Why structured business data is becoming more important in an AI-driven economy

DigitBridge reports that in an AI-driven economy, e-commerce businesses must prioritize structured data to enhance operations and avoid costly errors from data fragmentation.
Hardwood Flooring: Six Solid Choices for Your Home
(NewsUSA) - When it comes to home flooring, solid American Hardwoods™ have been our gold standard since the nation’s founding—and they still are. Few materials can match the durability of oak, …
D8TAOPS Brings Governed Knowledge to Amazon Quick, Now Generally Available in AWS Marketplace
(Troy Wyatt, Founder and CEO, and Dr. Navid Kalantari, PhD, Chief AI Officer, D8TAOPS) - Built with Mark Relph's team at AWS, the integration lets Quick customers govern the data and the agents …
Phishing attempts are about to surge. 6 ways to protect your business
Wix Domains reports that Black Friday and Cyber Monday see a surge in phishing scams, targeting rushed online shoppers.
ZoomInfo reports that in the first half of 2026, 86% of private funding went to AI firms, leading non-AI companies to self-fund growth as funding gaps widen.
Symphony by Wix reports that AI agents can assist e-commerce businesses in tackling cart abandonment this Black Friday by analyzing shopper behavior and optimizing recovery strategies.
Accessibility and AI readiness: What answer engines and AI agents need from your website
AudioEye reports that accessible websites improve AI readiness, enabling better interaction with AI agents and search engines. 
elk Marketing reports that as 66% of small businesses utilize AI, tools like Mailchimp and Shopify can streamline holiday marketing, customer service, and operations.
Intuit TurboTax reports that self-employed individuals can deduct certain travel expenses for business events, but must separate them from personal expenses.
From $1.93B to $11.8B: What 12 years of Black Friday spending reveals about the US economy
Plus500 reports that Black Friday spending surged from $1.93B in 2013 to $11.8B in 2025, revealing economic disparities as the top 10% drive growth amidst financial strain.
ZoomInfo reports that over $5 billion has been spent by AI giants in 2023 on implementation, highlighting a shift in focus from model building to practical application.
Wix reports that using a dedicated domain like .sale or .deals for Black Friday can help businesses stand out, but it's crucial to consider its long-term use and branding.
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