News Briefs for the Week of June 5-11, 2025

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Grief support group to meet

A grief support group meets on the third Wednesday of every month at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Room 107 of the Family Life Center, 578 First Ave. N., Jacksonville Beach. The group is for men and women grieving the death of a family member or friend. The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 18. For information, call Kathy at 904-553-8933.

Democratic Club to meet

Ponte Vedra Democratic Club will hold its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. (5:30 p.m. “chat & chew), Wednesday, June 18, at the Ponte Vedra Beach Library, 101 Library Blvd., Ponte Vedra.

The featured speaker will be attorney Rhona DiCamillo, who will provide updates on pending court actions involving President Trump’s executive orders and policies.

For more information, go to PVDemClub@gmail.com.

Palm Valley Market every Tuesday

The Palm Valley Market is held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday inside the Palm Valley Community Center, 148 Canal Road. The market offers fresh produce, baked goods, local honey, tea, seasonal treats, soap, jewelry, plants and more.

Farmers market open every Friday

The Ponte Vedra Friday Farmers Market takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Friday at The Peace of Heart Community Farm, offering fresh produce, local farm goods and a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and small businesses.

This farmers market features fresh, organically grown produce; Florida grass-fed beef and pork; real local honey; pasture-raised chicken and eggs; wholegrain breads; gluten-free sourdough bread; natural botanical skincare; creations by local artisans and more in a family-friendly atmosphere

The Peace of Heart Community Farm is located at 14A S. Roscoe Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach.

Portion of UNF Drive closed, traffic will be redirected 

A portion of UNF Drive in Jacksonville between lots 7 and lots 9 and 10 is closed to traffic in both directions until Sunday, June 22. The closure is due to construction related to the University of North Florida’s new honors residence hall. All parking lots, including lots 7, 9 and 10, will remain open. The two shuttle stops in front of lot 7 (Engineering South and Engineering North) will be closed, but students can pick up shuttles near Osprey Café or the Student Union. Directional signage will be posted. View the road closure map at https://links.unf.edu/campus-map-road-closure.

Fine opens first of five local offices

The Office of Congressman Randy Fine has announced the opening of the first of five new 6th Congressional District offices. This first new office is open now in the government complex in Palatka.

The new district offices will provide a range of services, including:

  • Assistance with federal agencies: Resolving issues or obtaining information from federal entities.
  • Social Security and Medicare support: Addressing stalled claims and answering questions about benefits.
  • Service academy nominations: Nominating exceptional young men and women for prestigious military academies.
  • Federal grants guidance: Helping local businesses access available funding opportunities.
  • Legislative engagement: Sharing constituent opinions on upcoming legislation and providing information on federal policies and regulations.
  • Washington, D.C., tours: Arranging visits to the Capitol, White House, and other landmarks.

Office locations will follow shortly in Marion, Lake, Volusia and Flagler counties.

— Compiled by Shaun Ryan