St. Johns County is set to give arts, culture and heritage organizations, along with sports tourism efforts, a boost. The Tourist Development Council recently approved grant requests for a total of nearly $1 million for 38 applicants. Brenda Swan from the St. Johns County Cultural Council said the agency received 26 applications for a total of $1.29 million in funding requests for arts, culture
Affordable Housing
Habitat for Humanity of St. Johns County, a nonprofit that works to create affordable paths to homeownership, is investing in its future with the purchase of a new office located at 18 Spring St. in West Augustine, according to a
Sustainability
Sustainability can take many forms but for a seaside community with a strong tourism economy maintaining the beach is a priority. And that means ensuring funds are available for that purpose is a priority as well.
A zoning change for a 23-acre parcel recently acquired by the St. Johns County Airport Authority is set to bring new development at the Northeast Florida Regional Airport. St. Johns County commissioners unanimously approved the
An agreement to settle a lawsuit against the city of Palm Coast filed by Palm Coast Holdings and related entities paves the way for more economic development in the Town Center area. The agreement gives the city
While communities across the Sunshine State and around the nation are debating the impact of the boom in data center construction, investment in artificial intelligence continues to skyrocket. That might be good news for Wall
Florida isn’t usually considered a bellwether state – unless we’re talking about human/alligator encounters, amusement park trends or general weirdness – but it could soon offer a glimpse into the economic future. While most Floridians
The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce Pitch Factory recently showcased the final pitches for the year. This year’s cohort also tested a newly launched AI-driven platform that provided greater insight into their business,
The Denim and Diamonds Gala, the signature fundraiser for the St. Johns County Chamber Foundation, will be held at Ancient City Farmstead on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The fun-filled night includes an
A strong local economy depends on more than attracting businesses and creating jobs. It also requires a community where residents can find, maintain, and remain in stable housing. Recognizing the connection between housing stability and long-term economic prosperity, the City of Palm Coast is partnering with local community organizations to launch a new Housing Empowerment Workshop Series. The free educational series is designed to give residents practical knowledge and access to trusted
Chef Carlos and Phet Valotha, owners of Libby’s Thai Bistro in St. Augustine and Lemongrass Thai Bistro in Jacksonville, are adding a new concept to their line-up with the opening of A1A Asian Kitchen, a 150-seat, 5,000-square-foot
A new fundraising event to support youth education initiatives is set to take place Oct. 22 in Flagler Beach. The Coastal Cart Caravan, presented by Root Company, is an effort from the Flagler Beach Historical Museum to
People looking for work in North Central Florida can apply for hundreds of positions online without leaving the sofa. A few clicks, and they can send their job histories to dozens of local corporations with jobs available. In this era, the
Did You Know?
Tourism officials, travel agents and social media influencers may tout the many and varied amenities of a destination, but for some vacationers it all comes down to if they can say the name of where they want to go, According to a
Tips + Tools
Florida offers more than good weather and sandy beaches for business owners. Along with a growing population the state has several grant programs available to help businesses succeed in the Sunshine State. According to
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