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Map That Leads to You circles back to stale

The Map That Leads to You is an August 2025 film that skipped the theater chains to stream online exclusively via Prime Video. The good news: It’s a gorgeous and economical 95 minutes, shot chiefly in Spain and Portugal, under the watchful eyes of longtime Swedish director Lasse Hallstrom.

Aches and pains, like sands through the hourglass

Are you feeling it? I’m feelin’ it, unfortunately. At no time am I reminded more of humans’ mortality than when I get out of bed each morning. I reached the half-century mark quite a few years ago, and rare is the day that I don’t feel the impacts of Father Time.

Skydiver diary

“The hardest part about sky diving is the ground,” instructor Gregory Meyer said. That quip didn't quite land with me while being strapped into a stiff harness and mentally preparing to jump out of a plane.

Isle be there: Events abound around town

The fact summer is fading away, even if the humidity isn’t, doesn’t signal a paucity of events around Nassau County. Just because school has started and sporting events are up and running is no reason to refrain from going out on the town for festivities.

Film Flash

The new film Weapons is a worthwhile mix of drama, horror and style. In fact, the first 90 minutes of its two hours earned my undivided attention, before the picture slipped on blood puddles into a contrived world of absurdities.

Story & Song is one for the books

To this day, I insist one of the most relaxing and gratifying hobbies is to visit brick-and-mortar bookstores. Call me old-fashioned. Just don’t call me late for coffee. Sure, it’s quicker and sometimes more economical to order books online.

Cruizers control: Amelia revved-up about cars

By Todd Frantz, News-Leader There are a lot of really wonderful things about Fernandina Beach and Nassau County. Beautiful sun-soaked beaches, fantastic dining and drinking establishments, unique shopping venues, an incredible historic downtown and friendly residents top the list.

Truth, transparency more than words

These days, it has become second nature to reiterate the need for journalists to be honest, objective and accurate. As the News-Leader’s new editor, that’s my main mission throughout Nassau County. I want to be as objective here as I was everywhere else.

Library launches monthly newsletters to keep you in the know

Keeping abreast of the latest happenings and literary treasures at your Nassau County Public Library has just become easier and more engaging.