AROUND ANASTASIA ISLAND: Secret of Christmas tree revealed
Lorraine Thompson
Much was different about the Christmas of 2020 including Surf Illumination and the lighting of the St. Augustine Beach Christmas tree. The tale of the giant tree was recently revealed by Bill Jones, president of the St. Augustine Beach Civic Association.
“For nearly 20 years, the Civic Association’s Surf Illumination has faced many challenges regarding the community Christmas Tree,” Jones explained.
“We’ve always had difficulty keeping a tree green alive in the salt air. At one point a very large and beautiful artificial tree was purchased. That tree looked great until late night partygoers vandalized it,” Jones continued.
With the holidays happening all around us, there s not a lot of road projects to beware of as contractors give way to traveling families.
But as the Jacksonville Transportation Authority pumps up the Yuletide volume on the new Acosta Bridge LED lighting system to reflect the holidays, it also has some news for riders who want to avoid porch pirates.
Instead of having that holiday package vulnerably parked on the steps as you work or shop, the JTA set up a new service this week at seven of its transportation hubs for folks who want a secure spot for gift delivery and pickup.
Tips to help your older loved ones deal with isolation, loneliness during the holidays amid COVID-19
A new study shows 43% of the older population feels lonely or isolated this year, and 51% of those say the coronavirus pandemic has made it worse. Author: Dawn White Updated: 6:06 PM EST December 23, 2020
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. A new study shows more than a quarter of people over the age of 65 who are living independently feel socially isolated.
Those feelings of loneliness and isolation can be even worse this holiday season as COVID-19 keeps many families from face-to-face celebrations. Experts have some tips on what you can do to stay connected.