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Lorin Mock has spent more than 40 years as a firefighter, including 27 with Jacksonville Fire and Rescue.…
August 6, 2026
Book bans and budget hurdles: Clay County’s District 4 School Board race weighs incumbent’s record against challenger’s plan
The two candidates have differing views about Clay County’s book bans, the most widespread in the state.…
August 5, 2026
Clay County School Board challengers make their case on pay and spending
Three current School Board members have competition in the election, but none attended a recent forum.…
July 16, 2026
What comes after book bans? Clay County Schools questions traditional libraries
After removing hundreds of books, Clay County is debating the purpose of high school libraries.…
June 26, 2026
Clay County parents press School Board after arrest of wrestling coach
Parents questioned whether procedures for screening coaches and other volunteers are adequate.…
June 26, 2026
Next segment of First Coast Expressway opens Monday in Clay County
The latest section of the expressway stretches from U.S. 17 to south of Green Cove Springs.…
June 16, 2026
St. Johns County is latest to consider moratorium on data centers
County Commissioner Ann Taylor said moratoriums in other counties make St. Johns a “sitting duck” for a data center.…
June 3, 2026
Hundreds expected to pack Bayard Point for Boater Skip Day in Clay County
Police from several agencies will be present Friday to make sure boaters are following safety laws.…
June 3, 2026
Orange Park substitute teacher accused of possessing child sexual abuse material
Tyrone Julius Ferguson taught at elementary and middle schools and also was a youth basketball coach.…
May 28, 2026
Asian restaurant in Ponte Vedra is expanding to Orange Park Mall
Koi Sushi & Thai & Bar will open in the former space of TGI Fridays at Orange Park Mall.…
May 14, 2026
Shands Bridge will close this weekend, but Buckman will remain open
The Shands Bridge between Clay and St. Johns counties will close from Friday evening to Sunday morning.…
April 22, 2026
Smoke blankets area as Railroad wildfire grows
The wildfire grew slightly overnight, but firefighting efforts on the ground and air are helping to contain it.…
April 21, 2026
Wildfire risks could grow over next 10 weeks, officials warn
The danger of wildfires will persist as long as the drought continues, and little rain is forecast, fire officials say.…
April 20, 2026
Wildfires scorch Northeast Florida as drought continues
A wildfire in Clay County grew to over 2,000 acres, and a 1,000-acre fire was burning in adjacent Putnam County.…
April 16, 2026
Clay County bans burning during extreme drought
Nassau, Baker and Putnam counties are also under a burn ban, and dry conditions are expected for weeks.…
April 2, 2026
More Buckman Bridge closures planned this weekend
Two of four lanes will close starting Friday night, but in the opposite direction of past weeks.…
March 31, 2026
Bring patience and sunscreen: It’s fair time in Clay County
An estimated 100,000 people are possible at the 40th Clay County Agricultural Fair. Traffic could be a challenge.…
March 30, 2026
80 years later, sailor’s family found in Clay County
DNA testing identified the family of sailor John Campbell, who was a prisoner of war during World War II.…
March 20, 2026
Buckman Bridge repairs mean more backups this weekend
An FDOT repair project on the Buckman Bridge could mean traffic delays from Orange Park into Mandarin.…
February 20, 2026
Counties fear law would tie their hands on development
The “Blue Ribbon Projects” bill could allow developers to circumvent some local regulations.…
January 21, 2026
Clay School Board member fails to explain racial remarks
Clay board member Robert Alvero did not show up when summoned to a Florida Board of Education meeting.…
January 16, 2026
Clay Eye to pay $2.14M for alleged kickback scheme
Clay Eye Holdings billed Medicare and Medicaid for unnecessary procedures, the Justice Department said.…
January 9, 2026
Rep. Garrison predicts AI debate as legislative session begins
Florida House Speaker-designate Sam Garrison says AI could be one of the biggest areas of tension during the session.…
January 6, 2026
Shands Bridge will close all weekend for maintenance
The state will close the Shands Bridge from Friday to Monday — and possibly next weekend too.…