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County Presents Economic Update at Regional Event

On Feb. 13, St. Johns County attended the State of the Region address held by the JAXUSA Regional Partnership at the University of North Florida. Sara K. Maxfield, Director of the Economic & Tourism Development Department, spoke to the audience about the tremendous economic development going on in St. Johns County.

St. Johns County Supports Council on Aging's Groundbreaking Ceremony for $1.28 Million Shelter and Shade Project

St. Johns County Council on Aging (COA) hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its Shelter and Shade capital improvement project on Feb. 20 at COA headquarters at 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine. The $1.28 million phase one of COA’s Shelter and Shade project will raise the elevation of the building entrance at 180 Marine Street, St. Augustine, and construct a covered portico and other improvements to provide shelter from the elements and ease of access for senior participants. The facility is home to COA’s Coastal Community Senior Center, the Sunshine Center, COA’s therapeutic adult daycare center, and COA administrative offices.

Public Library System Invites Employers to Participate in May 31 Career Fair

The St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) invites local businesses and organizations to participate in the upcoming career fair at the Solomon Calhoun Community Center (1300 Duval St., St. Augustine) on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event provides an opportunity for employers to connect with a diverse pool of job seekers and students from various fields, making it an ideal platform to promote job opportunities and foster professional relationships. Organizations interested in participating can confirm their spot by completing the online registration form by May 1.

Parks and Recreation to Host Press Conference and Kite Day for Autism Center Certification

On March 8 at 10 a.m., the St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department will hold a press conference at Treaty Park, 1595 Wildwood Drive, St. Augustine, to celebrate being named a Certified Autism Center by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards. Along with the press conference, Parks and Recreation will host its annual Kite Day celebration on Treaty Park’s multipurpose field. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Alive Credit Union, the first 100 participants will get a free kite. Ice pops will be available for attendees, courtesy of Simply Healthcare Plans.

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