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Cheers Ponte Vedra Beach! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will the new A1A plan change driving through Ponte Vedra Beach?
  • Which Ponte Vedra Beach galleries and concerts should you visit next?
  • Ponte Vedra Beach and area families say goodbye to several loved ones.

Also on today's calendar: Beach Exploration and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly cloudy with a t-storm, with a high of 86 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 86, low: 74.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 83 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. A1A changes discussed (pontevedrarecorder.com) — Ponte Vedra Beach residents face upcoming changes on A1A as FDOT and local Public Works refine a new plan that removes U-turns at Solana Road while preserving most palm trees and traffic flow. At the same MSD meeting, board members advanced a tentative budget and millage rate, with a final budget hearing set for Sept. 24 at Christ Church.
   

2. Opportunities to enjoy the arts abound (pontevedrarecorder.com) — Art lovers in Ponte Vedra Beach can explore nearby galleries like First Coast Cultural Center, Hillary Whitaker Gallery, Sweet Art Gallery and Village Arts, plus a full slate of concerts at Ponte Vedra Concert Hall. The guide also rounds up major exhibits, theater productions and performances in St. Augustine and Jacksonville, with dates, hours and ticket details to help you plan outings.
   

3. Death Notices for Sept. 17, 2026 (pontevedrarecorder.com) — Several local families in and around Ponte Vedra Beach are mourning loved ones this month, including residents from Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Vero Beach. The notice provides names, ages, dates of death and contact information for Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home for those wishing to pay respects or seek service details.
   

4. ServiceMaster Restore and ServiceMaster Clean Raises More Than $60,000 for Hire Heroes USA (1851franchise.com) — A major veterans charity golf tournament at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach brought together nearly 200 golfers and raised over $60,000 on-site for Hire Heroes USA, adding to more than $200,000 already generated. Local residents may be interested that this growing partnership has raised over $1 million since 2023 to fund free career services for veterans and military spouses.
   

5. PGA Tour: Announces 3 appointments in senior leadership (firstcallgolf.com) — The PGA Tour, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, has hired a new chief marketing officer, chief technology officer, and senior vice president of investor relations to support its long-term growth. These senior appointments could influence future tournaments, media production, and jobs tied to the Tour's substantial local presence and its expanding digital and fan-engagement efforts.
   

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  • I came across these on the beach today …Ponte Vedra Beach.
    I learned they are a "blue button" and will sting like a jelly fish but not one. New to the area, I've never seen one and just in awe of their… (Nextdoor Ponte Vedra Blvd)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this stray cat!
    Found on September 5, 2026 in Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 near Lee Kirkland Cemetery Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor A1A North)
  • Chipotle posted a job opening for Crew Member in Neptune Beach. Apply here.
  • Sonic posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night in Jacksonville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ponte Vedra Beach here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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