St. Johns County, FL — A fresh voice in local media has launched — Sunny St. Johns is a new public news and lifestyle network designed to connect, uplift, and celebrate the people and stories of St. Johns County.
The network is led by two dynamic and hilarious friends, Davey Hartzel and Meredith Masony, whose chemistry and love for community bring an entirely new energy to the local media landscape.
The Lab STA, an innovative powerhouse in media production, has officially come on board as Sunny St. Johns’ network sponsor. All shows will be filmed live from The Lab STA’s cutting-edge headquarters in downtown St. Augustine. With state-of-the-art equipment, creative studio space, and a full production team, The Lab STA is the perfect launchpad for this next chapter in local broadcasting.
“We are absolutely thrilled to call The Lab STA our home,” says Davey. “Their belief in creativity, quality, and community storytelling is unmatched and we are beyond excited to bring our vision to life from such an inspiring space.”
MEET THE HOSTS
Davey Hartzel
Davey Hartzel is a well-known name in St. Augustine and beyond. A local celebrity, beloved philanthropist, world-renowned master spin instructor, and a natural interviewer, Davey is affectionately known as St. Augustine’s Sweetheart. His vibrant personality, authentic style, and fierce love for the people of this town make him the heartbeat of the show.
Meredith Masony, best known to her millions of fans as The Laundry Lady, is a digital entrepreneur who has spent over a decade creating content that connects and empowers. With more than 4 million followers across social media, Meredith has brought humor, honesty, and heart to the chaos of mom life. After recently relocating to St. Johns County, she’ll be discovering this incredible community with Davey as her guide — meeting the local nonprofits, artists, small businesses, and change makers who make this place so special.
Meredith Masonry
Together, Davey and Meredith are more than co-hosts they’re storytellers with a passion for people. Their mission is to reflect the beauty, humor, and strength of life in St. Johns County with every episode.
ABOUT THE SHOWS
Sunny St. Johns Morning Show (Live at 8 AM) on Facebook
This live morning show is equal parts local news, laughter, current events, and conversation. It’s the kind of show that feels like having coffee with your most entertaining and well-informed friends.
Sunny St. Johns PM (Airing daily at 3 PM starting May 5)
This afternoon show is all heart. Each episode will spotlight interviews with nonprofit leaders, small business owners, community organizers, and inspiring locals who are creating real impact in St. Johns County.
Both shows will be produced live from The Lab STA, the vibrant downtown St. Augustine studio space that now serves as the home base for Sunny St. Johns.
THE MISSION
Sunny St. Johns is more than a network — it’s a movement. Its goal is to become the trusted hub for community information, storytelling, and celebration. From school sports to local art shows, farmers markets to fundraisers, it’s about shining a light on the people, places and moments that make this county feel like home.
Whether you’ve lived here your whole life or just moved in, Sunny St. Johns will help you feel more connected to your neighbors and more inspired by the place you call home.
A POWERFUL PLATFORM
With Meredith’s established digital reach and Davey’s deep roots in the community, Sunny St. Johns is launching with a built-in audience and serious momentum. This is a platform made by locals, for locals — designed to grow, evolve and serve the community in meaningful ways.
And, of course, they’ll keep it fun. With two natural comedians behind the mic, you can expect every show to be full of energy, laughter, and just the right amount of chaos.
“We’re not just reporting the news,” Davey Hartzel said. “We’re sharing the heartbeat of our hometown.”
“This community deserves to be seen, heard, and celebrated,” Meredith added. “We’re here to do just that—with a lot of laughs along the way.”
STAY CONNECTED
Follow along, get involved, and get ready for a new kind of sunshine in your day. For media inquiries, interviews, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Davey Hartzel — Davey_904@icloud.com
Meredith Masony — meredith@thatsinappropriate.com
FOLLOW THE SUNSHINE:
Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | TikTok
@SunnyStJohns
