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Commissioner Joyce Tuten at Wednesday's Fernandina Beach City Commission meeting. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

Fernandina Beach commissioners rescind paid parking contract

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

After all the research, furor, energy, debate, implementation, and finally a rejection at the ballot box disputing the program’s existence, paid parking is set to be no more.Commissioners approved scrapping the controversial program Wednesday night with a 4-1 vote after about an hour of discussion.

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Indie folk band graces Tigre Island Room to end tour

Nick Blank

Friday, August 21, 2026

A Charleston, South Carolina-based indie folk band will wrap up their tour at Fernandina Beach’s...

A Flock camera in Nassau County.

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NCSO aims for more transparency with Flock

Amy Mulligan

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office is working to give residents a closer look at how its Flock...

Scott Inglis during his campaign (Submitted)

Fernandina Beach voters approve paid parking question, elect Inglis to Seat 4

Nick Blank

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Two major questions were answered by Fernandina Beach voters Tuesday night.

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Raffaela Marie Rizzo Fenn received the Gold Medal in Biography from the Florida Authors and Publishers Association President's Book Awards. Submitted

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‘Goodness personified:' Local author talks about her father who inspired award-winning biography

Ashley Chandler

Friday, August 21, 2026

A Fernandina Beach resident is an award-winning book author after she received the Gold Medal in...

K9 Lea is a finalist in the Military category of The American Humane Hero Dog Awards, which the organization said celebrates 'ordinary dogs that do extraordinary things.' Voting is open until Sept. 18

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The Lea Show: Local Military K9 duo seeks support in Hero Dog competition

Ashley Chandler

Thursday, August 20, 2026

A local military K9 duo is seeking support as they are in the running for a national award.

From left, McCullough, Huppmann, Braddock. submitted photos

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Incumbents win in Nassau

Nick Blank

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Results are in for the Nassau County Primary Election, and the numbers show that voters think the...

Sports

YHS Athletic Director and Head Coach Kyle Dougherty talks to Hornets players during a preseason game Aug. 14. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Revamped Hornets tackle tough schedule

Nick Blank

Friday, August 21, 2026

On the back of last year’s huge six-game swing from 2024 and a playoff appearance, the Yulee...

FBHS football in a preseason practice. Photo by Nick Blank/News-Leader

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Recharged Pirates hit road, await stadium

Nick Blank

Friday, August 21, 2026

The Fernandina Beach Pirates hope for a season as eventful as last year with an electric offense...

The Fernandina Beach High School Varsity Cheer squad. Photo courtesy of FBHS Cheer

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Lady Pirates cheer squad loaded with seniors, prepares for competition

Ashley Chandler

Thursday, August 20, 2026

The Fernandina Beach High School Cheer squad is loaded with experience this year.

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