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CR210 WEST & SURROUNDING Shearwater 331 Bowery Avenue Saint Augustine, FL 32092
At Shearwater, open spaces and intimate neighborhoods intermingle. Walking trails, neighborhood parks, and preserved natu ral habitat connect you to the land. And Trout Creek supplies scenic beauty, as well as kayak and canoe access. All of this, in addition to an amazing multifaceted com munity center with an active social calen dar, provides a setting for gathering and recreation with an emphasis on a healthy lifestyle for all ages. Shearwater fea tures 600 acres which contain preserved wetlands and open space. Residents enjoy pocket parks, dog parks, 15 miles of walk ing trails, kayak/canoe launch access and an amenity center featuring tennis courts, two pools, a lazy river and a 7,200+ sq. ft. fitness lodge. Builders include: David Weekley Homes, Lennar, MasterCraft Builder Group, Drees Homes, Dream Find ers Homes, Toll Brothers. Bartram Ranch 50 Morning Mist Ln Saint Johns, FL 32259 Around the corner from Bartram Trail High School and Switzerland Middle School Bartram Ranch is imbued with the region’s traditional, historic Florida ambiance, Bartram Ranch includes a variety of home designs featuring large yards and open space between the homes. Fresh home designs ranging from approximately 2,300 to over 4,100 square feet. Smart home features including keyless front-entry lock, Wi-Fi thermostat, and Wi-Fi garage con trol. Amenities include pool & clubhouse and fitness center.
Stonecrest Racetrack Rd and Bartram Springs Pkwy, Saint Johns, FL 32259
Future amenities to include a pool and playground * No CDD fees * Zoned for “A” rated Durbin Creek Elementary School * Commuter friendly; just minutes away from I-95 and Hwy. 9B * Close to din ing, shopping and entertainment at The Pavilion at Durbin Park and Shoppes at Bartram Park.
Rivertown 4065 State Rd 13 Saint Johns, FL 32259 Located along the pristine shores of the St. Johns River, RiverTown encompasses nearly 5,000+ acres and is currently sell ing new homes in 10 distinct neighbor hoods. RiverTown is ideally located on the north Florida coast with close proximity to Jacksonville and the historic city of St. Augustine. The master-planned commu nity offers a wide variety with new home designs, including dozens of unique oneand two-story floorplans. Custom estate homes with picturesque river views and private docks are available in the RiverSide neighborhood, and WaterSong, its first 55+ active adult community. Northern St. Johns seems to have it all. A slight change of seasons, a beautiful setting, close to wide open beaches, a short drive to a major city with universities, hospitals and jobs, and A+ rated schools. Its hard to believe how dramatically the lay of the land has changed in our little corner of northeast Florida in the recent past. A new Publix at every intersection, a town center with wonderful shops, a luxury movie theater, and new home communities to accommodate families searching for the ideal Florida community that ticks all the boxes. Shearwater
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Middlebourne 60’! 799 Navigators Road Saint Johns, FL 32259 Here, you’ll enjoy the top-quality crafts manship and open-concept living spaces of a David Weekley home designed to fit your lifestyle among only 426 homesites. •60-foot homesites. Close to Durbin Park and St. Johns Town Center. Nearby shop ping, restaurants and entertainment. Con veniently located at the corner of Longleaf Pine Parkway and Veterans Parkway. Twoand-a-half acres of community amenities
101 Bridgeton St Saint Johns, FL 32259 Located in St. Johns, Mill Creek Forest features spacious one- and two-story single-family home designs, ranging from 2,670 to over 3,440 square feet with avail able 3-car garages, featuring Craftsman, Coastal and Farmhouse exteriors. Several home sites will offer expansive preserve views.
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135 Oxbridge Way St Johns, FL 32259
This new home community is located in St. Johns County, Florida between County Road 210 and State Road 16 at St. Johns Parkway west of Interstate 95. It is comprised of approximately 11,000 acres and 7 miles of roadway for St. Johns Parkway. SilverLeaf is zoned for 16,300 dwelling units, 2,900,000 square feet of mixed use and commercial space, and over 4,350 acres of pristine conservation land. SilverLeaf will consist of several neighborhoods in a wide range of sizes, price points, and styles for both individuals and families. It will be one of the largest community developments in northeast Florida. Stillwater 64 Round Robin Run Saint Johns, FL 32259
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Welcome home to Trailmark. Boasting a prime location in St. Augustine, near the city’s historic downtown district, this excit ing new community has a lot to offer prospective residents. It features numerous resort-style amenities including a pool, trails, sports courts, a clubhouse, a kayak launch and more. You’ll also appreciate easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment, as well as close proximity to notable schools, parks and beaches. Choose from several attractive floor plans with hundreds of inspired design options!
205 Cedar Preserve Lane Saint Augustine, FL 32095
The Preserve is part of the master-planned community of Bannon Lakes in Northern St. Augustine. The Preserve fea tures 40’, 50’ and 60’ homesites, including preserve and water views. Bannon Lakes offers a completed 4,000 sq ft club house with a pool, fitness center, tennis & pickleball courts and more! This community includes a Fiber network that provides fast, reliable Internet.
Beautiful masterplanned community by Lennar in the upscale city of St. Johns. Designed as an active adult community, Stillwater caters to residents 55 and better. Homeowners have access to exciting amenities, such as the Bobby Weed de signed 18-hole golf course and a community swimming pool. Oxford DesignerEstatesSeries
David Weekley Homes is now offering beautiful new homes in family-friendly Oxford Estates – Designer Series is a new sec tion in the private, gated Oxford Estates. Homes are situated on 83-foot homesites with a variety of floor plans to choose from, all from the nation’s largest privately-held home builder. Amenity center with a pool and clubhouse. Community dog park, fire pit, playground and walking trails. Less than five miles from The Golf Club at South Hampton. Near shopping, dining, Alpine Groves Park and St. Johns River. Easy access to I-95 and Downtown Jacksonville. Students attend St. Johns County School District WORLD GOLF Trailmark 44 Goldenrod Lane Saint Augustine, FL 32092
Silverleaf Intersection of CR210 & St. Johns Parkway SilverLeaf is a master-planned community with no CDD fees, boasting neighborhood parks and award winning amenities.
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Choose from a selection of new construc tion homes and villas designed with tradi tional, coastal, and craftsman styles. The community offers 12 Next Gen floor plans – first to be released in the country - that range from 1,488 sq. ft to 3,361+ sq. ft.
Enjoy Northeast Florida’s first 14-acre crystal lagoon providing resort style beach access to kayaking, sailing, stand up paddle boarding, swimming, water slides, a swim up restaurant & bar, sand volleyball and more. The brand new 12,000 square foot clubhouse offers a vacation style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center with Star Trac® Core Health & Fitness equipment, a yoga studio, weight training equipment, TRX room and a children’s activity room while you maintain the healthy lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Beachwalk also offers six brand new Har-Tru tennis courts, a TPC 18-hole putting green and a luxurious doggy splash park guaranteed to make your dog’s tail wag! This golf cart friendly community is the perfect place to offer you a true blend of resort style living. Your permanent vacation and luxury dream home awaits you! Beacon Lake 67 Loosestrife Way Saint Augustine, FL 32095
Homes, Riverside Homes, Toll Brothers Del Webb PV 73 Glenhurst Ave Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
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Nocatee 142 Pine Manor Drive Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
CalAtlantic by Lennar, David Weekley Homes, Del Webb, Dostie Homes, Glenn Layton Homes, ICI Homes, The Pineapple Corporation, Providence Homes, Pulte
For anyone age 55 and better who has ever longed to live near the ocean, Del Webb proudly presents Del Webb Ponte Vedra at Nocatee. Del Webb Ponte Vedra encompasses over 1,014 coastal Florida acres. Gated and private, the neighbor hood’s master plan envisions approxi mately 1,940 residences centered around the vast and vibrant array of amenities and recreational venues that are the hall marks of the renowned Del Webb active adult lifestyle. Choose from a variety of condo designs, ranging from 1,538 – 1,868 sq ft. Del Webb Nocatee Del Webb Nocatee, a 55+ active adult community in prestigious Ponte Vedra!
Dream Finders Homes, Mattamy Homes. Anchored by a 43-acre paddle friendly lake and nestled within 358 acres of na ture preserve, Beacon Lake is a one-of-a kind community combining a homeyneighborhood feel with today’s most sought after lifestyle amenities. 1,600 –4,400 square feet Coastal Inspired homes. Creekside at Twin Creeks 236 Switchgrass Rd, St. Augustine, FL 32095 Just minutes from I-95 or U.S. 1, Creek side’s Nocatee area location is ideal for families who live, work and play in the St. John’s County growth corridor yet close enough to Downtown Jacksonville, St. Augustine and the major hospitals. With many of the homesites along conserva tion areas or ponds the community is designed as a natural retreat from the busy everyday life. A place where families can come together. Our featured builders have created homes with social gathering spaces in mind and all the features and finishes that today’s home buyers could want. Nature surrounds our community and is blended into our amenities: winding trails, bike paths, swimming pool, a lake for paddling and fishing, and a wellequipped fitness center and more.
Guide to New Home Communities ...the ideal Florida community that ticks all the boxes.
Nocatee is one of the best-selling masterplanned communities in America, and the number one place to call home on the First Coast. Nocatee is a coastal com munity that offers exciting home plans in a variety of neighborhoods with schools, parks, recreation, offices, shopping, restaurants and so much more. Located in world renowned Ponte Vedra, Florida, Nocatee is just a few minutes away from pristine beaches, golf courses, business parks and major airports in downtown Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Nocatee is more than a community, it’s a lifestyle!
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The Bookmobile River House Amenity Center in RiverTown 10 – 11:30am. Find us at 140 Landing Street, St. Johns, FL 32259. The Bookmobile -Publix at the Shoppes at Murabella 1:00 – 2:30pm. Find us at 84 Tuscan Way, St. Augustine, FL 32092
September 10 Harvest Full Moon Lua Close out the summer at the Harvest
Celebrate National Estuaries week while learning about the estuaries of the Guana Tolomato Matanzas National Estuarine Research Reserve (GTM NERR). Event includes activities, art, music, food trucks and prizes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the GTM Research Reserve Visitor Center. For details visit www.gtmnerr.org
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September 17 Estuary Fest 2022 GTM Research Reserve
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Ancient City Con Northeast Florida's longest running multiday pop-culture convention featuring celebrity and comic book guests, cosplay, table top and arcade gaming, panels, films, live performances and demonstrations, and a diverse vendor hall of amazing creators and exhibitors! World Golf Village Renaissance St. Augustine Resort. www.ancientcitycon. com
KAYAKING GUANA RIVER WITH EARTH KINSHIP Explore Guana River with a Master Naturalist. Participants will paddle Guana River and learn about the unique history and diverse wildlife of the area. For details visit www.earthkinship.us
September 17 Nocatee Farmer’s Market 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. at Nocatee Station
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Field,. With activities, shows, and demonstrations for the entire family. The freshest locally grown produce and herbs as well as homemade jams, jellies, homebaked goods, hand-stitched quilts, plants, art, and pottery items. 400 Nocatee Center Way, Ponte Vedra. visit www.
September 2 to October 2 ALL MEMBERS SHOW This bi-annual art exhibition features works in varying subjects, styles, and mediums from drawings and paintings, sculptures, photography, and more!The exhibit is open during regular gallery hours, Tuesdays through Sunday, 1-4 p.m. 22 Marine St. www.staaa.org
September 7 The Bookmobile Publix at Nocatee Town Center 9:30 – 11:30am. Find us at 120 Marketside Avenue, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081 The Bookmobile Publix atPalencia Commons 1:30 – 3:00pm. Find us at 7462 US Hwy 1 N, Saint Augustine, FL 32095
Badfish: Tribute to Sublime, Yacht Rock Revue, Roosevelt, Schwayze, LPT, Artikal Sound System, Howi Spangler of Ballyhoo!, Fayuca, Max Danger , Chillula, Soulo Lyon, Cloud 9 Vibes, Xperimento, Outeredge, Drifting Roots, The Hulagans, Kalani Rose Band, Colin Paterson, Phrantiq, Yin & Yang, Ben Lewis, Gracie Seymour, Billy Pary - PLUS additional Special Guests! Join a 4 H Club! ENROLLMENT is OPEN to YOUTH ages 5-18 (as of 9/1/22) ENROLL ONLINE starting September 1, 2022. https://v2.4honline.com. $20 Membership Fee Required for youth ages 8-18. (If clubs are full join as an Independent 4-Her) Adult Volunteers are also needed to LEAD 4-H Clubs… Contact the St. Johns County 4-H Office for more information: 3125 Agricultural Center Drive, St. Augustine, Fl 32259/ 904 http://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/stjohns/4-h-youth-209-0430 development/ An equal opportunity institution. Fun Things to Do! September 22 A quick guide to fun in St. Johns
Full Moon Luau! Music by Prince Pele’s Polynesian Revue will offer traditional songs and dances plus a spell binding Samoan Sword Fire Dance. Local artisans will be on hand offering one-of-a-kind goods and tasty treats. The festivities are from 6-9 p.m. at St. Johns County Ocean Pier, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine., visit page/sab-eventswww.www.staugbch.com/events/
September 9 to 30 Sing Out Loud, One of Florida’s largest free music celebrations taking place each Friday, Saturday and Sunday in September in venues and on stages from St. Augustine Beach, to downtown St. Augustine, to Ponte Vedra Beach and everywhere in between!. For full details and the 2022 lineup, please visit www. singoutloudflorida.com
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Jacksonville Taco & Tequila Festival Riverside Park next to festival line will feature with over including
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September 10 The Friends of the Library book sale! Become a Friend to earn early entry to the sale at 9:30 am. 10-1. All proceeds benefit the Bartram Trail Branch Library. Join us to find your next great read. Questions? Ask at the Bartram Trail Info Desk. For details visit www.sjcpls.org/ events/
The FarmerBeachwalksMarket Every first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., join us for food, music, fun and more. Herbs, seasonal vegetables & fruit, salsa, bread, bouquets, music or kids’ activities. In addition to your groceries, there is authentic artwork, crafts and gifts from the heart. Come for the food, stay for the fun.
One of Eric’s concerns for the back-to-school season was gathering supplies for all of his children, who range in age from 6 to 16 years old.
With a large military community based in Northeast Florida, the First Coast Y is proud to support its members who served or are serving in the armed forces and their families. To learn more about the programs available for active duty or retired military and their families, visit your local First Coast YMCA location.
The Military Back to School Bash is a great example of how First Coast YMCA locations are more than just gyms; they provide safe spaces for interactions with the greater St. Johns community. All local residents are encouraged to explore services and programs that offer support in hard times.
By Eleanor Blair, Military FirstCo-Leader,OutreachCoastYMCA
The Hernandez family is active in the Y’s life-skills educational groups including home economics, athletics and volunteering. These social groups have led to valuable friendships, which Eric’s children could've missed out on after moving or being homeschooled.
As an Air Force veteran and father of six, Eric Hernandez knows how important a strong support system is for military families. Eric served 20 years in the military and his service took him across the world. Since settling in Jacksonville in 2020, Eric and his family have found a heartfelt community in the staff and programs of the First Coast YMCA.
Operation Salute Military Appreciation Back to School Bash. The annual event offers military families the opportunity to receive much-needed school supplies - such as pencils, notebooks and backpacks - for free. More than 800 backpacks loaded with school supplies were distributed to YMCA members and local military families across six First Coast YMCA locations.
Eric also says one of his family’s concerns when moving to North Florida was making friends in the community.
“Military families move around a lot, so forming long-lasting relationships in their communities can be challenging.
Especially for my children, it’s great to know there’s a place in the community where we are welcomed with open arms and can meet individuals with similar experiences,” Eric said.
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Eric’s favorite part of the annual Military Appreciation Back to School Bash event is now connecting with other YMCA members of similar backgrounds and experiences. They exchange stories of their time in the service, create new relationships and seek out opportunities to be involved in the “Mycommunity.children are homeschooled, so we visit the YMCA to socialize and learn things that textbooks and school curricula don’t teach,” said Eric, who now personal trains all ages as a wellness associate at the YMCA. “Whether you’re preparing to join the military, an established member of the armed forces or a retired veteran searching for a community, the Y has a place for you,” said Hernandez.
Photo courtesy of First Coast YMCA The Hernandez Family
“It’s incredibly gracious for the First Coast YMCA to provide these school supplies,” Eric said. “They can often be expensive and require stressful searching. This is one less thing I have to worry about while I focus on getting my family ready for the school year.”
This sense of community was evident recently at the YMCA
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90 Shops Blvd Unit 60, St Johns, FL 32259 904 217 3255 Mounsif Ghninou owner of Al Dente’s Ristorante Italiano, started his culinary journey in 1983 working in Boston’s North End as a chef in an authentic Italian restaurant and decided to bring the flavors of Boston’s North End to our neighborhood. One of my favorites is their Bruschetta which is lightly toasted garlic bread topped with fresh tomatoes, fresh basil, crisp red onion, salty sweet prosciutto and creamy fresh mozzarella finished off with a tangy balsamic
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The North End or otherwise known as Little Italy has come to our little slice of the world on County Road 210! Being from Boston and a frequent visitor of the North End as well as NYC, I have been known to search out the best Italian joints around town. I am so excited now to have two great choices right here in our own backyard!
Poppys Italiano is a family owned nononsense Italian comfort food restaurant with a full bar and a drive thru for easy pickup. A favorite is their pasta combo sure to fill your Italian cravings! It is a combination of creamy cheese and meat lasagna wrapped in pasta layers, cannelloni stuffed with ricotta and spinach for a different take, seasoned meat stuffed ravioli and baked rigatoni all covered in their rich homemade marinara sauce smothered with a blanket of Mozzarella then baked in the oven. This dish comes out piping hot with all of its ooey, gooey deliciousness. There are tons of dishes to choose from that celebrate all of the Italian classics and more! I love that they have early bird specials from 3pm to 5:30pm Monday thru Saturday and from 12pm to 5:30pm on Sunday. These specials come with soup or salad and even a glass of wine or beer if you choose. What a deal! At Poppy's, you're there to eat, drink , relax and enjoy authentic Italian Cuisine that will leave your belly full and your heart wanting to come back for more!
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vinaigrette glaze. Its so fresh and light yet fulfilling. Their garlic shrimp that are just soaking in this garlicky white wine sauce are so good that you will want extra bread to sop up the extra goodness. One of the best happy hours around with their 1/2 off appetizers along with their drink specials, 4$ drafts, 5$ wines, 6$ wells served Mon-Fri 2pm-6pm/SatSun 3pm-5pm. At Al Dente you will enjoy great authentic Northern Italian dishes along with a fun atmosphere and warm friendly faces enticing you to always come back again.
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Did you purchase an electric vehicle (also referred to as “clean”) vehicle this year or are thinking of buying one? You may be eligible for a tax credit; however, the amount of the credit will depend on several factors, including when you made the purchase. The recent passing of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 changed the rules regarding the tax credits and were made effective August 16, 2022.
The best course of action is to check with your tax professional to see if you will qualify. You can also utilize the following websites for information: Check if vehicle meets tax credit requirements: https://afdc. reduction-actenergy.gov/laws/inflation-
The battery component requirement states that a percentage of components be manufactured or assembled in North America. For 2022-2023, the threshold is 50%. Threshold amounts increase annually starting in 2024 and reach 100% after 2028.
Beginning in 2024, taxpayers can elect to transfer the credit to the dealership if dealership meets certain requirements. This can reduce the purchase price of the Startingvehicle in 2023, battery components manufactured by a foreign country of concern will not qualify for the credit. These countries are China, Russia, North Korea & Iran
The Electric Vehicle & Tax Credits by Tammy Long, Elevated CPA Solutions
If you entered into a written binding contract before August 16th, you need to follow the old rules. This also includes if you did not take possession of the vehicle until after August 16th (the determination is the contract date).
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The old rules specified that the credit was only available for the first 200,000 vehicles manufactured. You can check to see if the vehicle is still eligible at https://afdc.energy.gov/ laws/inflation-reduction-act
Threshold amounts increase annually starting in 2024 and reach 80% after 2026.
The 200,000-manufacture limit no longer applies; rather the requirements are based on a critical minerals and battery component assembly rules ($3,750 credit per requirement, up to $7,500 max Thecredit).critical minerals requirement states that a percentage of critical minerals extracted or processed must be in a county that has a free trade agreement with the US or were recycled in the US. For 20222023, threshold is 40%.
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The amount of the credit is $4,000 for the base credit and then an additional $4,000 may be available if the vehicle meets the fuel economy requirement, for a total of up to If$8,000.youentered into a written contract AFTER August 16th, the new tax credit rules apply.
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2. Dental Philosophy – Drs Lewis and Barlow communicate frequently about their patients. It is important to them that they remain on the same page regarding the standard of care their patients receive. Both doctors prefer a preventive approach to dentistry. It saddens them when a patient calls in pain. If they can tell a problem is about to arise, they like to take care of it while it is still a small problem. Patients are grateful too! They would rather deal with a smaller issue, that is less invasive, and costs less.
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2. Dental Services – While both doctors perform almost all the same procedures, they do have their prefer ences. Dr Lewis loves working with patients that have airway or sleeping issues. He also loves placing im plants and restoring confidence back to someone that has been without a tooth. Dr Barlow has become a master at the Solea Laser. This allows him to do treatment without anesthetic! That means no needles! He is so fulfilled when he can provide relief to some one that has been delaying treatment out of fear.
At Bartram Dental, we are fortunate enough to have 2 amazing doctors, Dr Jason Lewis, and Dr Royce Barlow. They have remarkably similar stories, but they do have some differences. Let’s see which doctor would be the best fit for you.
1. Family – No, they are not related. Although they do get asked if they are brothers… a lot! But family is first and foremost to these guys. They are both married with children, and even have pets. They both married their high school sweethearts… that both became teachers… in St Johns Co! Dr Lewis’s wife, Traci, is a former math teacher of Bartram Trail High School, and Dr Barlow’s wife, Jamie, is a former first grade teacher of Ketterlinus Ele mentary School. Both wives currently work in the dental office to help with the daily flow of the practice.
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3. Compassion – Both doctors know that going to the dentist can be scary. They do their best to make every patient overcome that anxiety and get the care they deserve to feel confident and healthy. They actually make per sonal phone calls to welcome patients to the practice, or to check up on them after a procedure. When is the last time you had a doctor do that?
1. Globetrotter vs Hometown Hero – Dr Lewis was born in California, but grew up in Cincinnati, OH. He then went to dental school at Oklahoma University. After graduation, he moved to South Carolina where he practiced dentistry for 2 years as an Associ ate dentist. He then moved here, to Saint Johns County, and started up his own dental practice in 2005, and he has been here ever since. Dr Barlow is the original St. Johns County man. He attended Pedro Menendez High School and earned his Bachelor’s from UCF. He then got his Master’s Degree from Barry University, and went on to graduate from LECOM School of Dental Medicine. He then partnered with Dr Lewis back in St Johns County where it all began.
3. Oklahoma vs Georgia – Lastly, when it comes to college football, these two will never agree. These men definitely wear different shades of Beingred. new to an area can be over whelming. Hopefully, you were able to relate to one or both of these fine doctors so that selecting a new dental office is easy. We hope to meet you soon! by Traci, Team Leader at Bartram Dental
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• Swelling of the face • Snake bite/insect sting If you suspect that he/she is choking, you should carefully attempt to clear the airway. If your pet is bleeding, then apply pressure to the wound with a clean cloth until you can get emergency care. If your pet is involved in a traumatic event, be extremely cautious during your approach, because an animal in pain could bite without warning. Be careful when moving your pet and consider using something as a stretcher to prevent too much movement if you suspect something could be broken. If your pet is having a seizure, you will want to move anything that is close by that could cause an injury. If the seizure lasts longer than a minute, you should plan to take your pet to a veterinary hospital to get emergency medication to stop the seizures. If your pet has ingested something toxic, it is important to seek emergency attention as soon as possible in case vomiting could be induced to expel the toxin.
• Pale gums • Rapid breathing • Weak or rapid pulse • Difficulty standing • Paralysis • Toxic ingestion • Protractile vomiting/ diarrhea • Loss of consciousness • Seizures
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As soon as you can, call your veterinarian or closest ER to inform them of the situation and find out if they can see you. At that time, give them as much information as possible and ask if you should do anything in the meantime. If your pet ingested something, please bring the item or package with you to help the staff identify what was ingested. At our hospital, when we get notification of an emergency coming in, it is all hands-on deck. Our center hospital technician readies all the important equipment: ECG, pulse oximeter, thermometer, oxygen, crash box, IV catheter, gurney, and fluids. When the pet arrives, one technician brings the pet back to treatment for triage and another technician gets a brief history from the owner.
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