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Together we can be the dream, Martin Luther King, Jr. parade. Photo by Beth Jones

Together we can be the dream, Martin Luther King, Jr. parade. Photo by Beth Jones

Together we can be the dream

News Staff
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Fernandina Beach celebrated the life of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a parade Monday afternoon. The parade theme was “Together we can be the dream”, and was led by Parade Marshal Jackie McGowen and Parade Grand Marshal Len Kreger. 
The new chairperson for the Fernandina Police Foundation, retired Fernandina Beach Police Officer Kevin Kozak, is welcomed by, from left, Chief of Police James Hurley, Kozak and Harry Kegler. Submitted photo

The new chairperson for the Fernandina Police Foundation, retired Fernandina Beach Police Officer Kevin Kozak, is welcomed by, from left, Chief of Police James Hurley, Kozak and Harry Kegler. Submitted photo

Changing of the guard

News Staff
Thursday, January 12, 2023
The Fernandina Beach Police Foundation was formally incorporated in 2013 and is now considered the official umbrella organization for many programs and partnerships within the police department and throughout the greater Fernandina Beach community, such as our Police Auxiliary Corps, Shop with...
MOAA Nassau County Chapter President Mike Doran, MOAA Florida Council of Chapters President Pat Kleuver and MOAA Nassau County Chapter Vice President Tony LaVecchia, from left, stand together at annual training seminar in Orlando.

MOAA Nassau County Chapter President Mike Doran, MOAA Florida Council of Chapters President Pat Kleuver and MOAA Nassau County Chapter Vice President Tony LaVecchia, from left, stand together at annual training seminar in Orlando.

MOAA chapter officers attend annual training

News Staff
Thursday, January 12, 2023
The newly elected president and vice president of the Nassau County Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), retired Navy Captains Mike Doran and Tony LaVecchia, participated in the MOAA Florida Council of Chapters (FCoC) Leadership Seminar Jan. 5-7 in Orlando.
Photo courtesy of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration North Atlantic right whale #1207 (“Spindle”) had her 10th calf, making her the right whale with the most documented calves.

Photo courtesy of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration North Atlantic right whale #1207 (“Spindle”) had her 10th calf, making her the right whale with the most documented calves.

NOAA confirms right whale birth, death

Holly Dorman
Thursday, January 12, 2023
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed the death of one newborn North Atlantic right whale calf and the birth of another. Surveyors spotted right whale #1204 (nicknamed “Spindle”) and her 10th calf off the coast of St. Catherines Island in Georgia on Jan. 7.

NCSO: Woman dies in deputy-involved shooting

Holly Dorman
Thursday, January 12, 2023
The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a Hilliard woman died after a deputy-involved shooting early Wednesday morning. Deputies responded to a call regarding a domestic situation near Barbara Lane at about 2:14 a.m. Wednesday morning.
Fernandina Beach High School senior soccer players, from left, Charlee Alboher, Elaina Moore, Ansley Cutshaw, Sydney Tremaroli, Teal Lilly, Amelia Cutshaw and Presleigh Bayot were recognized before their home match Tuesday against Duval Charter. The FBHS Lady Pirates blanked their guests 9-0.

Fernandina Beach High School senior soccer players, from left, Charlee Alboher, Elaina Moore, Ansley Cutshaw, Sydney Tremaroli, Teal Lilly, Amelia Cutshaw and Presleigh Bayot were recognized before their home match Tuesday against Duval Charter. The FBHS Lady Pirates blanked their guests 9-0.

Lady Pirates celebrate seniors

Beth Jones
Thursday, January 12, 2023
Fernandina Beach High School senior soccer players, from left, Charlee Alboher, Elaina Moore, Ansley Cutshaw, Sydney Tremaroli, Teal Lilly, Amelia Cutshaw and Presleigh Bayot were recognized before their home match Tuesday against Duval Charter. The FBHS Lady Pirates blanked their guests 9-0.
Joe Bruce, the king master

Joe Bruce, the king master

Joe Bruce, the king master

Guest Columnist
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Joe and Pat Bruce moved to Amelia Island in 1988 and fell in love with our unique island and many fishing opportunities. The Bruce family also includes two daughters, Lori and Michelle, along with one son, Mike.
AIBF announces the 2023 Amelia Island Book Festival

AIBF announces the 2023 Amelia Island Book Festival

AIBF announces the 2023 Amelia Island Book Festival

News Staff
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
The 2023 Amelia Island Book Festival is pleased to be kicking off the annual festival in February with the Feb. 17 signature Authors in School program. New York Times best-selling and local/regional award-winning authors visit schools across Nassau County.