Hurricane Helene Causes a Mess in Atlantic Beach, but No Major Damage

Hurricane Helene crashed into the Florida panhandle this week as a massive category 4 hurricane and made its effects felt all the way to our coast in Atlantic Beach. It got really loud and windy around midnight. Things kept banging into the house and waking me up. Then all the power went out, and the … Continue reading Hurricane Helene Causes a Mess in Atlantic Beach, but No Major Damage

Apply for Free Trees for Atlantic Beach Residents

Did you know Atlantic Beach, FL residents can apply for two free trees for their front yard? Thanks to an update on the Chapter 23 (commonly known as the tree code) code of ordinances, the city has expanded the use of tree-conservation funds to plants trees in font yards on private property. Funds to plant … Continue reading Apply for Free Trees for Atlantic Beach Residents

Checking Out the New Beach Bowl in Jax Beach

I was excited to check out the newly renovated Beach Bowl in Jacksonville Beach, unfortunately we never even got to bowl! If you go, be prepared to wait. And wait. And wait... It was a Tuesday afternoon around 4PM when we checked in and were told it would be a two hour wait. We optimistically … Continue reading Checking Out the New Beach Bowl in Jax Beach

Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name

The city of Atlantic Beach is located on a barrier island along the northeastern coast of Florida. It is one of the state's many charming beach towns with a unique heritage and a vibrant community. You'll hear residents refer to it as "the island," because it has no other name. History of Atlantic Beach The … Continue reading Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name

What is that Giant Brown Moth?

I saw what looked like a small bird flapping on the outdoor table, and on closer inspection, discovered it was a giant brown moth with two black circles on its back like eyes. A quick Google search let me know this was a Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus) and it is one of the largest moths … Continue reading What is that Giant Brown Moth?