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Homeowners often wonder whether it is better to plant annuals or perennials to develop color in their landscape. The answer is both! Planting a combination of annuals and perennials adds color and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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10/2/25
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In Northeast Florida, we are part of Planting Zone 9. We have warm winters and hot summers that allow us to plant year-round. This climate also enables us to transplant trees during the fall, winter …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/25/25
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Are you looking for bold, bright blooms to bring color into your landscape? Hibiscus and hydrangea plants are great options! Both produce large, colorful flowers that stand out in garden beds and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/24/25
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Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) has become the go-to publishing platform for independent authors, but new writers, particularly those not technically inclined, may find the process …
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9/17/25
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Ocean Palms Elementary is embarking on a new chapter when it comes to inspiring a love of reading amongst its students. This year, teachers and staff are taking a three-pronged approach with multiple …
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9/14/25
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A bird of paradise adds a tropical flare to any landscape! Also known as the crane flower, these plants are easily recognizable by their unique blooms resembling a tropical bird. The bird of paradise …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/11/25
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In an age of fleeting connections and digital noise, the love story of Carol Sillick and Ed Friedman feels timeless and classic. The only modern thing about it is how it all began — with a click of …
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By Paula M. Felici
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8/31/25
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This September, Amelia Island invites locals and travelers alike to indulge in a month-long culinary celebration that deliciously blends coastal charm with exceptional cuisine.
Now in its second …
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8/29/25
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The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Jacksonville, a cultural institute of the University of North Florida, has announced its fall season of programs and exhibitions. This is a partial list. For …
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8/28/25
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The First Coast Wind Symphony has announced its fall concert schedule for concert season 36. Admission is free, but donations are gladly accepted. Learn more at www.fcwinds.org .
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8/28/25
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Timucuan Parks Foundation and JaxParks are asking volunteers to join them at Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park to clean up after the busy Labor Day weekend. The organizers will gather at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. …
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8/28/25
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Observing nature in action is part of the wonder of gardening! Although deer can be as beautiful as butterflies, hummingbirds and other visitors, they can also cause significant damage to the plants …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/28/25
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Civic and community leaders are encouraging Northeast Florida residents to celebrate 904 Day on Thursday, Sept. 4.
The 904 area code covers nearly all of Northeast Florida, from the shores of …
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8/23/25
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August is National Wellness Month and with school starting and fall festivities right around the corner it can turn into a stressful time of year. Lauren Howard, CEO of LBee Health, wants people to …
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By Sylvie McCarthy
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8/21/25
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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) …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/21/25
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The Ponte Vedra area luckily seems to have fared well during hurricanes in recent years. But it is important to be prepared during this time of year! Hurricane season in Florida begins June 1 and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/14/25
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Most TV game show fans would be content to simply match wits with contestants from the comfort of their own living rooms.
But the Jonassens are not like most fans.
One day in 2024, Ashley …
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By Shaun Ryan
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8/14/25
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On Friday, Aug. 1, Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA) Builders Care along with Operation Lifeline held a key presentation ceremony for Sgt. Roy Wilbur to unveil his newly renovated home …
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By Sylvie McCarthy
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8/12/25
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Here’s a look at some of the programs to be offered in August at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library, 101 Library Blvd. To see the complete schedule, go to …
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8/7/25
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Cooler weather is coming, and now is a perfect time to create a new outdoor living space at your home!
Outdoor living spaces provide the opportunity to spend time in nature, a proven way to …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/7/25
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What started as an investment in an Airbnb beach house blossomed into a beloved destination for weddings, memorials and life’s big milestones.
After Patricia Chambers met her now-husband, Seth …
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By Holly Tishfield
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8/5/25
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Put down the matching plateware and delete the Pinterest board of inspiration, because according to Chief Party Officer and founder of The Social Society Seri Kertzner, this year’s event season is …
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By Holly Tishfield
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8/1/25
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Take a right on A1A South onto Mosquito Control Road, drive down the quiet street lined with shady trees and Old Man’s Beard, and you’ll stumble upon the beautiful greens of the Ponte Vedra …
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By Holly Tishfield
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7/31/25
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The Florida Sun viciously blisters through the summer months along with daily short-lived sprinkles of rain. Stepping outside feels like entering a steaming oven, as temperatures range from low 80s …
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By Soleil Shah
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7/31/25
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Synthetic turf in place of natural grass for home lawns is becoming more popular and now a new Florida law went into effect on July 1 that could make it even easier for homeowners to replace natural …
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By Anthony Richards
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7/30/25
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