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City commission considers path forward for seawall

Julia Roberts
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Some Amelia River waterfront property owners have committed to working with city government to build a seawall, while others have not responded to a request from the city for cooperation on the project. However, the city is moving ahead with those plans.

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Major county projects move forward

Julia Roberts
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Although Nassau County governmental departments are facing the same issues most industry are — supply chain problems, inflations and procurement challenges — the county is moving forward with projects completed on time and some even under budget.
Rutherford introduces bill to prevent NOAA area closures

Rutherford introduces bill to prevent NOAA area closures

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Rutherford introduces bill to prevent NOAA area closures

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Members of Congress introduced the Red Snapper Act last week, a bill aimed at preventing the National Atmospheric and Oceanic Administration from further closing the red snapper season. Rep. John Rutherford led the effort, with Stephanie Murphy and 14 other representatives backing the bill.
Nassau County Youth Emergency Team celebrates new graduates

Nassau County Youth Emergency Team celebrates new graduates

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Nassau County Youth Emergency Team celebrates new graduates

News Staff
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
On Thursday, Dec. 1, Nassau County 4-H and Emergency Management celebrated the graduation of their fifth Youth Emergency Team (YET) cadre. Far too often in life, youth are expected to follow an adult’s lead, especially in emergency situations.
RESULTS: City of Fernandina Beach runoff election

RESULTS: City of Fernandina Beach runoff election

RESULTS: City of Fernandina Beach runoff election

News Staff
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
LAST UPDATED: 7:45 P.M. Registered Voters: 11,444 Ballots counted: 3,855 Voter turnout: 33.69%   City of Fernandina Beach Commission – Seat 4 James Antun — 53.74% (2,366 votes) Michael Lednovich — 46.
Folks waiting in line to vote at the Atlantic Rec Center.

Folks waiting in line to vote at the Atlantic Rec Center.

Voter turnout 'better than expected'

Tracy Dishman
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
"We have been steady and consistent all day," said Bob Evans, clerk of the Atlantic Avenue Rec Center polling location. "It's better than expected.