News

Invader Raiders include, front row from left, Jane Everts, Jane Mace, Donna Tovar, Kathy Russell, Kathy Mason, Joyce Tuten and Julie Wilkinson; and second row; Jason Allgood, Mark Tomes and Toby Tovar. Other Raiders are Frances Bartelt, Adrienne Briggs, Stephanie Brown, Bev Lawrence, Graham Murphy, Margery Rubin, Jody Stevenson, Laurie Valentyne and Daniel Wilkinson. Submitted photo

Invader Raiders include, front row from left, Jane Everts, Jane Mace, Donna Tovar, Kathy Russell, Kathy Mason, Joyce Tuten and Julie Wilkinson; and second row; Jason Allgood, Mark Tomes and Toby Tovar. Other Raiders are Frances Bartelt, Adrienne Briggs, Stephanie Brown, Bev Lawrence, Graham Murphy, Margery Rubin, Jody Stevenson, Laurie Valentyne and Daniel Wilkinson. Submitted photo

Florida Park Services' exceptional accomplishment in park protection award

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Recently, the Invader Raiders were presented an award for their dedication to invasive plant removal at Fort Clinch by making beaches enjoyable for visitors. Protection of the dune system is a major part of the work at Fort Clinch. Invasive plants are one of the greatest threats to the dunes.

Florida Department of Health has your heart in mind

Guest Columnist
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
February is American Heart Month, which is a time to both raise awareness of heart disease prevention and management and honor those who have battled heart disease. Nationally, as well as for Florida, more people die each year from heart disease than from any other cause.
Bob Hartman is only the second person to receive the prestigious Dr. James Belasco Award for Meyer Jabara Hotels. Submitted photo

Bob Hartman is only the second person to receive the prestigious Dr. James Belasco Award for Meyer Jabara Hotels. Submitted photo

Residence Inn by Marriott Amelia Island wins big

News Staff
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
At the annual executive session for Meyer Jabara Hotels, Residence Inn by Marriott on Amelia Island took home top honors in recognition of their exceptional associates and service to the hospitality industry. The event was held in Providence, R.I.
Pictured are, from left, Barnabas board member John Mullman, Barnabas board member Maureen Paschke, Barnabas board member Liza Cotter, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Executive Director Robin Peters, Barnabas President and CEO Jamie Reynolds, Baptist Health Community Relations coordinator Avalee Delay, and Barnabas board member Rev. Joe Woodfin. Photo courtesy of Barnabas Center

Pictured are, from left, Barnabas board member John Mullman, Barnabas board member Maureen Paschke, Barnabas board member Liza Cotter, Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Executive Director Robin Peters, Barnabas President and CEO Jamie Reynolds, Baptist Health Community Relations coordinator Avalee Delay, and Barnabas board member Rev. Joe Woodfin. Photo courtesy of Barnabas Center

Eat more subs, save more lives

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Nassau County’s holistic care center, Barnabas, recently received a $3,723 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. At a small gathering at the sub shop’s location on South Eighth Street, organizational leaders gathered to celebrate the purchase of two automated external defibrillators.
Island Art Association’s third annual Art Market. Photo by Sean Rosenthal

Island Art Association’s third annual Art Market. Photo by Sean Rosenthal

Local artists on display

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The still lifes were so bright, it looked like they were coming alive. Earrings made of sea shells looked like they had been plucked from the sand earlier the same day. Stained glass glistened and oversized chess pieces towered on shelves halfway up the tall wall.
The popular Scholarship Benefit Dinner Dance Gala, a sold-out show, featured the Dynamic Les DeMerle 15-piece Orchestra with distinctive vocalist Bonnie Eisele in a lively evening that kept the dance floor packed throughout the night. Submitted photo

The popular Scholarship Benefit Dinner Dance Gala, a sold-out show, featured the Dynamic Les DeMerle 15-piece Orchestra with distinctive vocalist Bonnie Eisele in a lively evening that kept the dance floor packed throughout the night. Submitted photo

Sold out Big Band Bash swings hard

News Staff
Thursday, February 16, 2023
The Amelia Island Jazz Festival’s 12th annual Big Band Bash swung into action at the Courtyard Spring Hill Suites by Marriott on Saturday, Feb. 11, with a dazzling lineup of skillful musicians.
Front row, from left, Dylan Meredith, Miley Meredith, Anothio Flores; second row, from left, Dash Horn, Ian Pena , Aiden Ross, Christian Smith, Matthew Gershowitz, Jason Barker, Troy Stewart; third row, from left, Noah Liliskis, Jason Stone, Brayden Grace, Tristan, Avery Meredith, Jaquilin Stone, Zachary Powell. Submitted photo

Front row, from left, Dylan Meredith, Miley Meredith, Anothio Flores; second row, from left, Dash Horn, Ian Pena , Aiden Ross, Christian Smith, Matthew Gershowitz, Jason Barker, Troy Stewart; third row, from left, Noah Liliskis, Jason Stone, Brayden Grace, Tristan, Avery Meredith, Jaquilin Stone, Zachary Powell. Submitted photo

Scout Troop 152 earns Top Unit Award

News Staff
Thursday, February 16, 2023
Recently, Troop 152 of Yulee was honored to earn the Top Unit Award for Sabol District of North Florida Council for 2022 out of 105 units in the district. They also earned Top Troop for 2022 as well.
Maria Pinto of Mindo Hats.

Maria Pinto of Mindo Hats.

Mindo Hats bring style, function and tradition to Amelia Island

News Staff
Thursday, February 16, 2023
You may have seen Maria Pinto around town, elegantly dressed and always wearing a beautiful hat. The hats are from her business, Mindo Hats. Born out of necessity, function and nostalgia, Pinto started her business when she couldn't find a local, high-quality hat to shade her from the Florida sun.