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County officials have scheduled a series of workshops to investigate the ramifications of data centers.…
May 21, 2026
New Nassau County patrol boats help rescue 2 from sinking ship
The patrol boats were put into service in time for Memorial Day, the unofficial start of the boating season.…
April 29, 2026
A drone show and crustacean creations – it’s time for Shrimp Fest
The 61st annual shrimp festival comes to Fernandina Beach this weekend — with a few changes.…
April 24, 2026
Volunteer firefighter dies while fighting Hilliard wildfire
Firefighter James Crews died after a medical emergency while battling a Hilliard wildfire, officials said.…
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 15, 2026
Nassau County considers moratorium on data centers
County commissioners are pursuing an ordinance to block data center development for a year.…
March 11, 2026
BIT OF JOY | Child rescued
An off-duty Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Deputy rescued a child from drowning.…
March 5, 2026
The Amelia classic car show moves to Saturday for first time
The Amelia Concours is moving from Sunday to Saturday at the suggestion of people who attend.…
January 27, 2026
Fernandina’s plan for paid parking winds up in court again
Opponents have filed a second request for an injunction against paid parking in downtown Fernandina Beach.…
January 26, 2026
Habitat puts Nassau County couple into affordable home
Gavin Kay and Madison Kline will move into a Habitat for Humanity home in Fernandina Beach.…
January 7, 2026
Paid parking is a go in Fernandina Beach — for now
City commissioners approved paid parking starting this spring, but voters could end it in August.…
January 2, 2026
Judge dismisses lawsuit over paid parking in Fernandina
The City Commission will vote Tuesday on whether to institute paid parking in the downtown area.…
December 19, 2025
Drag strip starts construction, the first track since 2017
Racing could begin in May or June at the new drag strip at Callahan Speedway, next to a go-kart complex.…
December 11, 2025
600-acre motorsports park planned in Nassau County
The motorsports park will feature a racetrack designed by Indy 500 winner Bobby Rahal, a partner in the project.…
November 10, 2025
Donations sought to restore Peg Leg Pete in Fernandina
A fundraiser aims to raise $23,000 to repair the Peg Leg Pete statue and return it to the waterfront.…