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.
County Administrator Joy Andrews Presents Update at Chamber of Commerce EDC Quarterly Breakfast
February 23, 2024 - Today, St. Johns County Administrator Joy Andrews presented an update to more than 200 attendees at the Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Council Quarterly Breakfast, held at the World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort, 500 South Legacy Trail, St. Augustine. Andrews provided insight regarding the infrastructure upgrades...
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Publix Central Fill Pharmaceutical Facility Coming to St. Johns County
February 6, 2024 - The St. Johns County Economic Development Department is proud to announce a groundbreaking development that will shape the future of our community. Publix Super Markets, Inc. is set to establish an innovative pharmaceutical manufacturing facility right here in St. Johns County, assisting with economic growth and approximately 400 new jobs. Anticipated...
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County Proposes $118,784 Economic Development Grant for Vermeer Southeast
January 25, 2024 - At the Jan. 16 St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) regular meeting, the BOCC voted 4-1 to approve a motion instructing the County Attorney to draft an economic development grant agreement totaling $118,784 for Vermeer Southeast Sales & Service, Inc. and place the proposed grant agreement for consideration...
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KeHE Distributors Celebrates Start of Construction of $88.5 Million Facility with Groundbreaking Ceremony
November 7, 2023 - Today, KeHE Distributors and Stotan Industrial, with support from St. Johns County, held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of the construction of a new, premier facility. The Chicago-based developer Stotan Industrial is developing a 530,474-square-foot built-to-suit development for KeHE Distributors at 3800 Deerpark Blvd.,...
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The new store located at the World Commerce Center will add more than 150 jobs to the community
April 16, 2023 - 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 World Commerce Center. The store, Home Depot’s 162nd location in Florida, expands the world...
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