News Archive
St. Johns County is growing, innovating, and making headlines. Our News & Updates section highlights the latest developments shaping the county’s business landscape, from company expansions and infrastructure investments to workforce achievements and regional partnerships. Explore the stories, announcements, and milestones that show why St. Johns County continues to be one of Florida’s most forward-moving places to live, work, and invest.
Inside SJC Episode 12 Explores Health and Quality of Life in St. Johns County
March 31, 2026 - The Inside SJC Video Series provides residents with an in-depth look at how the County operates to educate, engage, and empower. March 2026 – St. Johns County launched Inside SJC Episode 12: SJC Tops the Charts for Healthiest County in Florida. This episode gives viewers an inside look at the...
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JAXUSA State of the Region Features St. Johns County Update 2026
March 26, 2026 - Christine Valliere, St John County’s Economic Development Director, was a featured presenter at the event. On February 13, 2026, Christine Valliere, St John County’s Economic Development Director, was a featured presenter at the JAXUSA State of the Region event. “St. Johns County continues to grow as one...
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Board of County Commissioners Support WOMEN BUILD 2026 – Strong Women Build Strong Communities
March 26, 2026 - Commissioner Taylor participated in the St. Johns Habitat for Humanity event. Habitat for Humanity of St. Johns County provides affordable homeownership opportunities for the workforce. Women Build brings women together to positively impact lives. More than 100 women worked on homes during the 2-day event. On March 6, 2026, St. Johns County Board...
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Historic Hastings High School Restoration to Become New First Coast Technical College Campus
March 25, 2026 - Project will expand educational opportunities and community space in Hastings The St. Johns County School District is advancing the restoration and renovation of the historic Hastings High School, transforming the 101-year-old community landmark into a new campus for First Coast Technical College. The St. Johns County Office of...
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Inaugural Agriculture Advisory Committee Appointed to Support Farming Community
March 24, 2026 - The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners voted to appoint seven members to serve on the inaugural St. Johns County Agriculture Advisory Committee at its regular meeting on Tuesday. The Board established the Agriculture Advisory Committee on November 4, 2025, through Ordinance 2025-42 to provide guidance and recommendations on...
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Behind The SJCenes Podcast Highlights 2026 Healthcare Career Expo
March 17, 2026 - St. Johns County will host a Healthcare Career Expo on April 8 to connect students, young adults, and job seekers with the wide range of career opportunities available in the healthcare industry. On March 4, 2026, Aliyah Meyer, St. Johns County ‘s Business Attraction Specialist and Scott Maynard, the St. Johns County...
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Healthcare Career Expo Aims to Strengthen Local Talent Pipeline
March 4, 2026 - Students, Job Seekers Invited to Explore Fast-Growing Healthcare Careers St. Johns County will host a Healthcare Career Expo on April 8 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the First Coast Technical College Conference Center, located at 2980 Collins Ave., St. Augustine. The event is designed to connect students, young adults,...
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St. Johns County Earns 2025 Urban Deal of the Year from the Florida Economic Development Council
May 30, 2025 - The County was honored for the $145M Publix central fill pharmaceutical facility, which will fill 500,000 prescriptions a week upon its opening in 2026. The Florida Economic Development Council awarded St. Johns County the 2025 Urban Deal of the Year at this month’s FEDC IGNITE Conference. The award was in...
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St. Johns County Moves Forward to Draft Economic Incentive Agreement with AdventHealth
April 21, 2025 - The proposed emergency health care facility will create 56 jobs and have a $5.5M economic impact. During their April 15, 2025, Regular Meeting, the St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners approved a request to draft an economic development incentive agreement with AdventHealth to build a 12-bed freestanding emergency department of approximately 13,700 square...
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Commissioner Arnold Helps Welcome The Home Depot
April 17, 2025 - The new store located at the World Commerce Center will add more than 150 jobs to the community On April 16, 2025, St. Johns County Board of County Commissioner Sarah Arnold, District 2, was invited by The Home Depot to participate in the opening of its newest store in St. Augustine, Florida, at the...
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