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Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Ponte Vedra Beach
Safety Harbor Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Safety Harbor crews responded to a medical emergency late Saturday, but officials had not yet released details on the patient’s condition or what prompted the call.
Large Emergency Response Dispatched to Medical Emergency in Safety Harbor
Emergency responders rushed to a significant medical incident at Grid 222A in Safety Harbor today, drawing eight units to the scene.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Largo's Grid 373B: Understanding the Frequent Medical Emergency Responses
This 'what we know' article provides context on the frequent medical emergency responses at Largo's Grid 373B, the significance of the eight-unit dispatch, and general safety information.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Pamela Blalock Named Top Volunteer at Beaches Museum
Pamela Blalock volunteered 578 hours at Jacksonville Beach's Beaches Museum in 2023, making her the museum's top volunteer.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Johns County Tax Office Faces Staffing Turnover, Seeks System Upgrades
St. Johns County tax operations face turnover risks as experienced staff retire. County officials say integrated software could preserve critical processes in standardized workflows rather than relying on individual employee knowledge.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DeSantis Signs Bill Letting St. Johns County Keep More Court Fees
Gov. DeSantis signed legislation allowing St. Johns County to keep more of its court-related revenues, bringing an estimated $79,098 in additional funding to the Clerk's Office next fiscal year.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Johns County: Report to Courtroom Annex for July 13 Jury Duty
St. Johns County jurors summoned for July 13 should report to the Courtroom Annex at the Richard O. Watson Judicial Center. The event runs 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Johns County Taps Real-Time Tax Data to Improve Budget Planning
St. Johns County now uses real-time property tax payment data to forecast revenue and spot collection problems early, replacing year-end reports with year-round monitoring.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Johns County Teen Court Holds Public Hearing June 17
St. Johns County Teen Court hosts a public hearing June 17 where juvenile offenders face juries of their peers.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
St. Johns County Clerk Launches Free Property Fraud Alert Service
St. Johns County now offers residents free email alerts when documents are filed under their names in the Official Records, helping them spot potential property fraud.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026