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Nassau County is asking for more input from the community as part of Vision 2050, a community input-driven process that will help the Planning Advisory Committee to recommend changes to the county’s Comprehensive Plan. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County is asking for more input from the community as part of Vision 2050, a community input-driven process that will help the Planning Advisory Committee to recommend changes to the county’s Comprehensive Plan. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County asking for public input on ‘Community Building Blocks’

Ashley Chandler
Friday, May 31, 2024
The Nassau County Vision 2050 process carries on as the county is asking for the public to weigh in yet again. What the Vision 2050 team is referring to as draft “Community Building Blocks” have been established through the gathering of public opinion for Vision 2050.
The sidewalk in front of the Hoyt House bed and breakfast is being damaged by the roots of a tree and has been closed by the Florida Department of Transportation. The department plans to remove the hexagonal pavers that make up the sidewalk and replace them with concrete, while local residents want the pavers to be preserved. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

The sidewalk in front of the Hoyt House bed and breakfast is being damaged by the roots of a tree and has been closed by the Florida Department of Transportation. The department plans to remove the hexagonal pavers that make up the sidewalk and replace them with concrete, while local residents want the pavers to be preserved. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

FDOT meeting disappoints attendees looking to save tree and hex pavers

Julia Roberts
Friday, May 31, 2024
People who want to save both centuries-old trees and hexagonal pavers particular to Fernandina Beach’s historic downtown said they were disappointed in the information provided to them from the Florida Department of Transportation during a meeting in the city.
From left, Hailie Mason, administrative assistant, and Allyson Myrick, projects and events coordinator, pose for a photo at The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals Spring Conference held May 7 and 8 this year. Submitted

From left, Hailie Mason, administrative assistant, and Allyson Myrick, projects and events coordinator, pose for a photo at The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals Spring Conference held May 7 and 8 this year. Submitted

Chamber employees give insight into statewide conference, chamber initiatives

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Earlier this month, employees of the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce attended a conference they said will help them implement new ideas and practices within the community.
Three people let the Fernandina Beach City Commission know in no uncertain terms they oppose allowing a bioethanol plant to be built in the city. Opposition has become organized, and grass roots organization No Ethanol Fernandina will hold a public meeting to discuss the matter Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Peck Center. The public, and public officials, have been invited to attend. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

Three people let the Fernandina Beach City Commission know in no uncertain terms they oppose allowing a bioethanol plant to be built in the city. Opposition has become organized, and grass roots organization No Ethanol Fernandina will hold a public meeting to discuss the matter Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Peck Center. The public, and public officials, have been invited to attend. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

Attorney opinion says plant would be illegal; public organizing opposition

Julia Roberts
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
On the heels of an opinion released last week that a bioethanol plant cannot be legally built within the city of Fernandina Beach, the public is invited to a meeting held by No Ethanol Fernandina intended to give the public and elected officials an opportunity to discuss the proposed plant.
Jack Knocke, representing Citizens Defending Freedom, and Mark Durham, representing Nassau County School District, offer opening statements in textbook challenge hearing. Photos by Tracy McCormick-Dishman/News-Leader

Jack Knocke, representing Citizens Defending Freedom, and Mark Durham, representing Nassau County School District, offer opening statements in textbook challenge hearing. Photos by Tracy McCormick-Dishman/News-Leader

Textbook hearing leaves issues unresolved

Tracy Dishman
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
The Nassau County School District’s inaugural public hearing on a textbook objection took place May 20, ending without a resolution.
The property, located on Third and Fourth streets, currently has four single-family homes and accessory structures that were built by the Tringali family. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

The property, located on Third and Fourth streets, currently has four single-family homes and accessory structures that were built by the Tringali family. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

BOA denies request to restore Tringali lots

Julia Roberts
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
The Fernandina Beach Board of Adjustment has denied a request for a variance from the city’s Land Development Code that would have allowed development on some lots commonly known as the Tringali property.
James (JD) Morgan expresses his gratitude for being recognized as a County Employee of the Quarter and the life-saving efforts of medical workers four years ago that allowed him to continue his electrical career. Submitted

James (JD) Morgan expresses his gratitude for being recognized as a County Employee of the Quarter and the life-saving efforts of medical workers four years ago that allowed him to continue his electrical career. Submitted

Electrician thanks emergency medical workers for saving his life

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Two recognitions at the county commissioners meeting that seemed to be unrelated ended up colliding last week when an awarded county worker spoke of the actions of county emergency medical workers who saved his life and changed it forever.
Up to 12 townhomes are planned for the approximately 1.4-acre parcel located at 2194 Ryan Road. Submitted

Up to 12 townhomes are planned for the approximately 1.4-acre parcel located at 2194 Ryan Road. Submitted

Townhome development gets final approval

Julia Roberts
Friday, May 17, 2024
Townhomes will be built on a site off Sadler Road instead of a luxury RV park, after the Fernandina Beach City Commission approved the final plat of the property at its May 7 meeting.