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HDC pushes wharf project conceptual approval

Nick Blank
Friday, June 26, 2026
An ambitious mixed-use wharf project will need to be reworked due to conflicts with the city code, Historic District Council members decided last week. The applicant sought conceptual approval for a Certificate of Approval to construct a waterfront commercial building at 0 North Front St.
A sign on the window of Brett’s Waterway Cafe says it is closed. Nick Blank/News-Leader

A sign on the window of Brett’s Waterway Cafe says it is closed. Nick Blank/News-Leader

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Brett’s demolition bids open next month

Nick Blank
Friday, June 26, 2026
City officials provided more information on the multi-million-dollar demolition of Brett’s Waterway Cafe. At Monday’s Waterfront Advisory Board meeting, Deputy City Manager Glenn Akramoff said bids will open on July 2, and the demolition could start in early August.
Beaufort the firetruck, which is used by Community Stewards of Yulee, Inc., to spread Christmas cheer and support other community events needs a new engine. Submitted photo

Beaufort the firetruck, which is used by Community Stewards of Yulee, Inc., to spread Christmas cheer and support other community events needs a new engine. Submitted photo

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Beaufort the Firetruck needs a new heart

Amy Mulligan
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
For generations of families in Yulee, one of the most anticipated signs of Christmas has been the sound of a firetruck rolling through the neighborhood with Santa Claus waving from atop the truck. Now, the community is coming together to ensure that tradition continues.

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City Attorney provides legislative impact update

Nick Blank
Thursday, June 18, 2026
City Commissioners heard from City Attorney Teresa Prince on four bills recently passed by the Florida Legislature and their impact on the city, whether it’s litigation, building permits and inspections, affordable housing or utilities.
The Friends of the Library is hosting its Tiny Art! Big Fun! Art Contest, featuring more than 40 miniature works created by local artists. The exhibition is currently on display at the library and invites visitors to vote for their favorite pieces through June 26. Photo by Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

The Friends of the Library is hosting its Tiny Art! Big Fun! Art Contest, featuring more than 40 miniature works created by local artists. The exhibition is currently on display at the library and invites visitors to vote for their favorite pieces through June 26. Photo by Amy Mulligan/News-Leader

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Tiny artworks take center stage at library contest

Amy Mulligan
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Small canvases are making a big impression at the Fernandina Beach Library this month.The Friends of the Library is hosting its Tiny Art! Big Fun! Art Contest, featuring more than 40 miniature works created by local artists.

Make Music Day Nassau County 2026 schedule and locations

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Make Music Day brings free live music to more than a thousand cities and hundreds of countries across the worldMake Music Day Nassau County, 2026 locations and schedule:Butterfly Wall Park11 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Full Moon1:30- 3 p.m. - JC Hornsby3:15 - 4:30 p.m. - Scott MoyerPocket ParkNoon - 1 p.m.
Fernandina Beach Fire Department was assisted by Nassau County Fire Rescue and the Fernandina Beach Police Department when responding to a house fire on 13th Street in Fernandina Beach. DANIELLE SHOUGH/FERNANDINA BEACH FIRE SERVICES MANAGER

Fernandina Beach Fire Department was assisted by Nassau County Fire Rescue and the Fernandina Beach Police Department when responding to a house fire on 13th Street in Fernandina Beach. DANIELLE SHOUGH/FERNANDINA BEACH FIRE SERVICES MANAGER

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FBFD neutralizes 13th Street fire, five displaced

Nick Blank
Thursday, June 18, 2026
There were no injuries after a fire caused substantial smoke damage to a Fernandina Beach home Saturday, according to the Fernandina Beach Fire Department. Firefighters at the station were alerted by a concerned citizen about a possible residential structure fire around 4:11 p.m.
Pattie Pitts, Fernandina Beach native and the wife of a Navy veteran, retires a flag Saturday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Pattie Pitts, Fernandina Beach native and the wife of a Navy veteran, retires a flag Saturday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Local DAR chapter hosts annual flag retirement ceremony

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, June 18, 2026
With the assistance of several other local groups, The Amelia Island Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Inc. (DAR) held an annual flag retirement ceremony Saturday, to celebrate Flag Day.