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‘He will never be forgotten’: Jared Bridegan’s family describes a loss that reaches generations

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jared Bridegan’s father still replays the moment he learned his son had been murdered, wondering what Jared endured in his final seconds. His widow refuses to let the killing define her family’s future. And Jared’s teenage daughter described the milestones she will face without him: graduations, birthdays and her wedding.

St Johns County, FL · 2d

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First Right Whale Calf of the Season Spotted Off St. Augustine

Coastal boaters and anglers, North Atlantic right whales are back! The season's first mom and calf, catalog No. 4190 (Curlew) and her newborn, were seen about 11 nautical miles off St. Augustine Inlet, Fla., Tuesday. Another adult female, No. 2223 (Calvin), has also been spotted migrating south toward the Southeast...

St. Augustine, FL · 2d

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Flagler County Considering Special Taxing District for Sheriff’s Budget to Counter Amendment 3 Funding Drop

The Flagler County Commission is discussing the creation of a special taxing district to pay for policing countywide and prevent a cratering of revenue for law enforcement and the county jail. It would still be a property tax. But it would be its own line item, similar to the property tax in place now for Flagler County’s Environmentally Sensitive Land program.

Flagler County, FL · 2d

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In Deep-Red Flagler County, Candid Critiques Mark Lessons-Learned Forum for Democrats

Flagler County Democrats and a couple of independents who have won and lost elections in ever-reddening Flagler gathered today for the first lessons-learned forum of its kind in recent county memory, combining candid criticism of their party or their own political journeys with upbeat assessments, a majority of pledges to run again, and a mixed bag of respect and distaste for Republicans.

Flagler County, FL · 2d

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Flagler gearing up for 'significant' cuts after Amendment 3 approval

With Amendment 3 approved by Florida voters , Flagler County officials are preparing to deal with the budget cuts expected in the next few years. "The numbers are significant," said Interim County Administrator Adam Mengel as he began his presentation to the Board of County Commissioners Nov. 10. Amendment 3 will increase the current $50,000 homestead exemption to $150,000 next year and $250,000 in 2028. The measure, which means property tax relief for homeowners, also means less of that revenue source for local governments. In Flagler County’s case, the reduction will be approximately $33 million next year and $59 million in 2028. Amendment 3 passes: Hard budget decisions ahead for area | Exclusive Of the nearly $335 million budgeted for fiscal year 2026-27 , $140 million will come from property taxes. That revenue is used in the general fund, which covers services such as the sheriff’s office, parks and county government operations. On Nov. 9, the Board of County Commissioners discussed the impacts for next year’s budget, emphasizing the need to prioritize core government services instead of those described as “nice-to-haves.” Amendment 3 approval sets cost-reduction plan in motion in Flagler As a first step, Mengel said he instructed department

Flagler County, FL · 2d

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This Private Florida College Was Once A Gilded Age Hotel, And The Campus Still Steals The Show

Students eat their meals under Louis Comfort Tiffany stained glass windows. That’s an ordinary weekday lunch at this school, and I still can’t quite believe it. The main building opened in 1888 as one of the fanciest hotels in America. Oil tycoon Henry Flagler built it, and it ranked among the first major buildings made of poured concrete. It also had electric lights from day one, powered by four Edison direct-current dynamos in the hotel’s own electrical plant.

St. Augustine, FL · 21h

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Celebration of life Saturday will honor barrier-breaking Clay High coach who served community for nearly 40 years

CLAY COUNTY, Fla. – Sixty years ago, Ron Riddle blazed a trail in Clay County, becoming the district’s first Black educator. Over nearly four decades after that, he poured into the lives of Clay County students as a mentor, leader and coach. Riddle, who died earlier this month,...

Clay County, FL · 1d

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Beachwalk loses another business as Island Fin Poke owner cites unfulfilled promises

Beachwalk in St. Johns County is losing another business, and the owner says it’s all because of unfulfilled promises.

St Johns County, FL · 1d

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Whale-come! North Atlantic right whales return to southern waters

Tis’ the season for boaters and anglers to be on the lookout for North Atlantic right whale, with the first calf spotted in southeastern waters Tuesday.

St. Augustine, FL · 1d

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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. Aberdeen — 3655 Longleaf Pine Pkwy., St. Johns. Opening in December. Nocatee — 1035 Crosswater Pkwy., Ponte Vedra. Opening winter 2027. Fruit Cove — 616...

St Johns County, FL · 1d

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Proposed Costco Would Anchor Sprawling 10-Store Shopping Center on Congested, Wooded Palm Coast Parkway

A 160,000-square-foot Costco anchoring an enormous, 278,000-square-foot shopping center of 10 stores–retail, grocery, drive-throughs, fine dining–and 1,066 parking spaces is being proposed for the 31 acres of woods and some of the last remaining canopy in Palm Coast along the eastbound stretch of Palm Coast Parkway, from just east of Florida Park Drive to Club House Drive.

Palm Coast, FL · 1d

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TV20 Sports Overtime: Buchholz, Hawthorne advance; SFCA to play for 8-man title

Buchholz and Hawthorne advanced with decisive regional quarterfinal wins, while Santa Fe and Vanguard also impressed in Friday’s TV20 Sports Overtime action. Buchholz defeated Ponte Vedra 37-6 in Class 5A, and Hawthorne beat Chiefland 44-7 in Class 1A. Santa Fe topped Dunnellon 35-7, while Vanguard shut out Zephyrhills 47-0....

Hawthorne, FL · 22h

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King Street Bridge reopens in St. Augustine

St. Augustine's King Street Bridge is now open to motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. The bridge, which crosses the San Sebastian River, was given a makeover that began last April, which included structural concrete repairs and new pavement markings. According to the Florida Department of Transportation, nighttime lane closures will remain in place on Malaga Street and U.S. 1 to remove the temporary traffic detour configuration and restore the intersection to its preconstruction traffic pattern. Motorists should still remain cautious as the upcoming traffic shift will restrict left turns from northbound Malaga Street onto southbound U.S. 1. This article originally appeared on St. Augustine Record: King Street Bridge reopens in St. Augustine

St. Augustine, FL · 2d

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Surgeons complete first lumbar total disc replacement locally

Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County has expanded its advanced spine surgery capabilities with the completion of the first lumbar total disc replacement procedure in St. Johns County using the prodisc L Total Disc Replacement system. The procedure provides patients experiencing lower back pain with another surgical option designed...

St Johns County, FL · 1d

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🍕New Papa John's opens in St. Augustine

Happy Fri-yah my fellow St. Augustinians!🤸🏼‍♂️🤸🏼‍♀️🎃 If you're a Daily Briefing subscriber, hello pal. If you're visiting for the first time, welcome. We are grateful that you're here. And as we build our subscriber audience, we invite you to share this newsletter with family and friends. If you were forwarded this newsletter and would like to sign up, you may do so here . Today's morning low kicks in the first of a three-day chill with early morning temps at 55 degrees and an afternoon high of 69 under complete sun! 🌞🍂🍁And straight from the National Weather Service/Jacksonville, temps dip into the low 40s on a sunny Saturday, with a high of 61. Sunday brings a low of 51 on a partly cloudy day with a high of 66. Consider Northeast Florida under a potential frost warning! 🥶Plants may be safer inside for the weekend. 🌳 This week's intro was dedicated to reader questions that arrive in my inbox. Readers remain forever curious about who says what. And that's ok. For the most part, I enjoy the conservations. So, today we conclude on a positive note. People often ask me if I love what I do. Without hesitation, I respond

St. Augustine, FL · 2d

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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 procedures closer to home for patients in southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. Central to the expansion is a new dedicated heart unit designed...

Jacksonville, FL · 2d

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St. Augustine outlines Nights of Lights parking options for workers, residents

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – The city of St. Augustine is offering parking and transportation options for employees and residents as the Nights of Lights season brings increased traffic and demand downtown. Temporary resident parking rules. The seasonal Resident Only parking program will run from Nov. 21 through Jan. 18,...

St. Augustine, FL · 1d

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FC3 Fall Arts & Crafts Festival Set for Saturday in Palm Coast’s Town Center

PALM COAST, Fla. — Make a holiday ornament, join a drum circle and stick around for s’mores at sunset. The Flagler County Cultural Council (FC3) invites families to the 2026 Fall Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Central Park at Town Center in Palm Coast. Admission is free and the festival is open to the public.

Palm Coast, FL · 1d

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'This paid parking has nothing to do with Amendment 3': Flagler Beach commissioners weigh parking options

Flagler Beach commissioners discussed several alternatives to paid parking during a Nov. 12 workshop, including a public referendum, a parking garage and a possible one-year moratorium, as they weighed the city's growing parking challenges against concerns from local businesses. No decision was made, but commissioners acknowledged that maintaining and expanding...

Flagler Beach, FL · 1d

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Baptist Medical Center Clay expanding, and more Healthful News

Baptist Medical Center Clay has a $65 million expansion underway adding 36 inpatient rooms and a third medical office building on its Fleming Island campus. The new inpatient rooms will boost capacity by 35% and bring the hospital's total bed count to 138. Construction began on that part of the project in September and is to be completed in fall 2027. The planned three-story, 75,000-square-foot medical office building to house specialty outpatient clinics is expected to open in summer 2028. "As more people call our region home, we’re making room to care for more patients close to home," Baptist Clay President Ed Hubel said. “This expansion reflects our commitment to growing with the community and making sure our residents have access to the care they need, when they need it.” The adult population served by Baptist Clay is projected to grow 10.6% over the next five years, according to the hospital. The area population of ages 65 and older — three times more likely to require inpatient care than ages 64 and younger — is projected to grow by 32% in the same time period. The new patient rooms are being created in about 31,351 square feet of available space

Fleming Island, FL · 1d