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Deputy Joshua Moyers is pictured with his fiancée, Ivy Carter. The two were ready to take the next step in their life together before Moyers was killed in the line of duty. Submitted photo

Deputy Joshua Moyers is pictured with his fiancée, Ivy Carter. The two were ready to take the next step in their life together before Moyers was killed in the line of duty. Submitted photo

McDowell jury encourages judge to proceed with death sentence

Kathie Sciullo
Thursday, May 2, 2024
After less than three hours of deliberation, a Nassau County jury recommended the death penalty for Patrick McDowell. The count was 11-1 Thursday, with a lone juror favoring life in prison.
Volunteer Debbie Wasdin fills in a huge hole and flattens a sandcastle two weeks ago at Fort Clinch State Park. Sea turtle advocates say holes have become a huge issue on our beaches. Submitted

Volunteer Debbie Wasdin fills in a huge hole and flattens a sandcastle two weeks ago at Fort Clinch State Park. Sea turtle advocates say holes have become a huge issue on our beaches. Submitted

Today sea turtle season begins; digging a huge threat

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
In the next couple of weeks, pregnant sea turtles will begin to come in from the Atlantic Ocean and nest along the beaches of Amelia Island. Sea turtles are always a topic of discussion, especially around this time of year.
According to a report from Electrical Constractors, several underground electrical boxes at the Port of Fernandina are in areas which flood regularly. Underground boxes are common even in wet areas, but any splices should be made with devices that are water resistant and listed for wet areas, the report recommended. Photos courtesy of Electrical Contractors Inc. and R&M Engineering Consultants

According to a report from Electrical Constractors, several underground electrical boxes at the Port of Fernandina are in areas which flood regularly. Underground boxes are common even in wet areas, but any splices should be made with devices that are water resistant and listed for wet areas, the report recommended. Photos courtesy of Electrical Contractors Inc. and R&M Engineering Consultants

Assessment finds maintenance issues at Port of Fernandina

Julia Roberts
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
The Port of Fernandina is working to correct issues that were found when the facility underwent an inspection by an engineering firm last year. Electrical Contractors Inc. and R&M Engineering Consultants conducted a needs assessment of the port last December.
Treasures of Nassau: Statehood

Treasures of Nassau: Statehood

Treasures of Nassau: Statehood

Pamela Bushnell
Friday, April 26, 2024
The News-Leader is running a series throughout the year on the history of Fernandina and Nassau County in celebration of our 200th anniversary.
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Chase leads to arrest of two on multiple charges

Julia Roberts
Friday, April 26, 2024
Two people, a Hilliard man and a woman, were arrested following a high-speed chase on Barnwell Road. According to the arrest report, the incident began when the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office contacted Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) regarding a possibly stolen pickup truck traveling on SR 200.
Residents who live near the Port of Fernandina say a new fabric warehouse built by port operator Nassau Terminals blocks the view of the Amelia River they have enjoyed for years. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

Residents who live near the Port of Fernandina say a new fabric warehouse built by port operator Nassau Terminals blocks the view of the Amelia River they have enjoyed for years. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

OHPA takes no action: Port neighbors balk at warehouse location

Julia Roberts
Friday, April 26, 2024
The Ocean Highway and Port Authority Commission will not require the port operator to move a fabric warehouse that is not in the location the commission approved, despite complaints from people who live near the Port of Fernandina.
FBCA third grade visits the News-Leader. Submitted photo

FBCA third grade visits the News-Leader. Submitted photo

FBCA third grade visits the News-Leader

Tracy Dishman
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Third grade students at Fernandina Beach Christian Academy (FBCA) have been working through the process of opinion writing. Last week, three classes from FBCA took a field trip to the News-Leader office.
The event coordinators, from left, Jackie Pagnucco, Jenn Burns, Vanessa Muzayen, Kim Galvin, Amy Beach, Vicky Strommen and Kandra Wells pose next to the Turtle Fest Earth Day sign that was donated by Card My Yard for the Earth Day Turtle Fest event held Saturday at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The event coordinators, from left, Jackie Pagnucco, Jenn Burns, Vanessa Muzayen, Kim Galvin, Amy Beach, Vicky Strommen and Kandra Wells pose next to the Turtle Fest Earth Day sign that was donated by Card My Yard for the Earth Day Turtle Fest event held Saturday at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Earth Day Turtle Fest has great turnout, spreads sea turtle education

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Music filled the warm ocean air while more than 40 canopies were placed in rows at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach on Saturday.