Local non-profit K9s for Warriors helps craft bill to support veteran service dog programs
K9s for Warriors, a non-profit organization based out of Ponte Vedra Beach, said it worked with the senators to get the SAVES Act ready for consideration.
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Judge rules Florida agency violated Endangered Species Act, resulting in mass manatee deaths
The advocacy group Bear Warriors United said this ruling sets a new national precedent: “No state agency is above the Endangered Species Act, even when it comes to regulating itself. The decision signals a turning point for environmental enforcement in Florida and across the country.”
Starting young: How 1600+ Duval County students registered to vote in March
According to last month’s data, people aged 25 or younger make up less than 11% of the county’s registered voters. Teens in Florida can get registration out of the way early.
Off-duty Jacksonville officer who shot into truck on I-95 returns to work
A spokesperson for the Sheriff’s Office told Action News Jax on Wednesday that Lieutenant Marc Crawford was reassigned to the Tele-Serv department within the Patrol Support Division.
Voters’ Guide: Super Tuesday elections in Clay County
People within the limits of Green Cove Springs and Keystone Heights will be able to vote.
St. Augustine’s Magic Beach Motel to be considered for demolition
The owner submitted an application in January to have it demolished. Now, the Cultural Resources Review Board will hold a meeting to discuss the idea and possible alternatives.
Group threatens lawsuit to end driving on American Beach over sea turtle and beachgoer safety
In a letter dated February 6th, the legal team for Save Historic American Beach issued a 60-day notice to Nassau County to address possible violations of the Endangered Species Act.
Jacksonville Zoo voted 4th best zoo in the nation as key projects near completion
The Zoo's ranking could increase in coming years with projects like the expanded Manatee River and new entrance nearing completion.
Palatka city leaders move forward with school zone speed cameras proposal
Anyone in the designated school zone caught driving 11 mph or more over the posted speed limit would receive a $100 civil violation in the mail.
Mixed Fillings Pie Shop celebrates grand-opening Downtown on Pi Day
Months after closing down its only brick-and-mortar location, Mixed Fillings Pie Shop is making a return in Jacksonville.
