Plug-and-play solar panels are popping up in yards and on balcony railings across Germany, driven by bargain prices and looser regulations. (Reprinted courtesy of the New York Times) https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/29/business/germany-solar-panels-climate-change.html?unlocked_article_code=1.-00.MbIB.brA4NzgiIIaZ&smid=wa-share By Melissa Eddy Melissa Eddy visited…
By David Muir There’s nothing worse than getting ready to take a shower and having to wait what seems like an eternity for hot water to come out of the shower head…standing there in your…
Stan Hill is our featured patriot today. From travels abroad with Nancy, he sent us 2 photos to help mark 248 years of US independence from British rule. (We added a 3rd) In case you…
By David Muir Down the Electricity Rabbit Hole … My most recent internet investigation was prompted by a failing swimming pool pump. After 14 years of relentless service the 1-1/2 horsepower trooper no longer could…
By Peter Clayton Haw during Spring/Summer is definitely one of our most beautiful paddles. It’s all natural and the trees, especially cypress and live oak, are magnificent. Bud, Chris, Steve M., John S. and I…
Reprinted Courtesy Axios and Tampa Bay Times Florida has a new law that limits the reasons homeowners’ associations (HOAs) can fine you. Why it matters: Around 45% of homes in Florida are part of an…
By Gerry Kurth Along with 5 family members, I recently jumped out of a perfectly good airplane. It’s something I’ve always been curious about but never quite got it together. It’s different and intimidating. But…
Join the St. Johns Cultural Council at the Cultural Arts Center at the St. Augustine Beach Hotel, 370A A1A Beach Blvd, St Augustine Beach, on Wednesday, June 5th at 5:30 PM for the opening celebration of the…
Reprinted courtesy The Washington Post By Lori Rozsa MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. — When Keith Ramos heard a small flock of American flamingos had landed last fall at the nature preserve he oversees off Florida’s Atlantic…
Throughout our community, Marsh Creek, we have countless neighbors who are veterans who served their country bravely and honorably. But during each long Memorial Day weekend of pools, beaches and backyard barbecues, it is easy…
By Dianna Yalouris Christakos I miss you In the solitude of the day you come to me as a whispering caress And when the day ends A tightening in my heart reminds me that you…
By Peter Clayton On Wednesday, eight of us paddled Goodby – a truly urban adventure. Located in SW Jacksonville, Goodby Creek flows into the St. Johns near the intersection of San Jose Blvd. and Baymeadows…
Reprinted courtesy the Economic Times / Photo Over Moraira Spain by Brian Nelson When you travel, you see all kinds of first-ever things. Like a Pink Moon, that isn’t really PINK! What you see above…
28th Annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival is This Weekend Folk music’s most intimate music festival takes place at the St. Johns County Fairgrounds For over 27 years, The Gamble Rogers Folk Festival has celebrated the…
Luncheon & Fashion Show in the Garden of the historic Peña-Peck House Date and time: Tuesday, April 30 · 11:30am – 2pm EDT By The Woman’s Exchange of St. Augustine H.W. Davis Outfitters, of St….
By Louise Nelson We sometimes worry it’s too much or too often, but each time Marsh Creek proves us wrong. Louise Nelson, Melody Ness and Patty Damon organized and coordinated the Spoonbill Neighbors Easter Food…
By David Muir We don’t really need a hurricane to lose power. That can happen for plenty of reasons, and usually at the wrong time, right? The good news? There are several options that will…
April 5 Tuesday April 9 April 12-14 THE ANNUAL GAMBLE ROGERS FOLK FESTIVAL The annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival returns for a full weekend of Americana music, workshops, food, vendors, and family fun at…