St. Johns County opens new sand volleyball courts at Nocatee Community Park, aiming to attract players and tournaments, with a ribbon-cutting event on July 15.

St. Augustine launches a Residential Composting Program offering free compost bins to single-family homes in the city while supplies last, promoting food and yard waste recycling.

Jacksonville launched an online store and scavenger hunt celebrating the city, featuring merchandise with "I Dig Jax" and mascot Rex the Dinosaur, to foster community connection. Profits will fund local initiatives.

Sheriff T.K. Waters of Jacksonville will hold a series of town hall meetings to discuss community safety and crime trends, with a focus on addressing specific district issues and maintaining low crime rates.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office announced a Town Hall meeting to engage with the community, discuss crime reduction, and showcase successful collaborations.

Florida's Atlantic Beach Police Department reports increased seatbelt compliance, contributing to Vision Zero goals, following a successful campaign involving enforcement and public outreach.

Atlantic Beach schedules maintenance for its wastewater treatment plant on July 8 from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m., requesting residents to limit water usage during this period.

Duval County Public Schools achieved an A-rating for the first time, with over 99% of schools rated A, B, or C, and notable improvements such as two schools rising by two grades and one going from F to C.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office invites residents to a meeting at Sacred Heart Catholic Church to discuss local safety and community unity on July 10.

Record 72.2 million Americans traveled during the Fourth of July period, with Jacksonville International Airport experiencing efficient operations despite high volumes.

St. Johns County officials warned about the dangers of improperly disposed fireworks debris and advised residents to soak used fireworks in water before disposal to prevent injuries and accidents.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office increased waterway patrols during the Independence Day weekend to prevent boating under the influence and unsafe operations, in collaboration with Operation Dry Water.

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office advises on proper 911 use during July 4th, urging the public to avoid non-emergency calls to keep lines open for real emergencies.