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A digital rendering of the proposed coffee kiosk drive-thru. Submitted photo.

A digital rendering of the proposed coffee kiosk drive-thru. Submitted photo.

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Coffee kiosk on the horizon

Marissa Mahoney
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Tuesday morning’s meeting with the Development Review Committee (DRC) hinted that a new coffee franchise could be on the horizon for the east side.
Jan Cote-Merow and Bob O'Hara

Jan Cote-Merow and Bob O'Hara

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"Social Security" premiers at Amelia Musical Playhouse

Marissa Mahoney
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
“Social Security,” a Broadway comedy by Andrew Bergman, premiers at Amelia Musical Playhouse for just one showing today at 2:30 p.m. – a fitting time for the early birds this play was made by and for.
Audience members watch ‘Last of the Right Whales,’ a documentary featuring efforts being made to conserve North Atlantic right whales. Photo by Holly Dorman.

Audience members watch ‘Last of the Right Whales,’ a documentary featuring efforts being made to conserve North Atlantic right whales. Photo by Holly Dorman.

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"Last of the Right Whales" comes to Fernandina Beach

Holly Dorman
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
After premiering in Jacksonville in February, the documentary “Last of the Right Whales” made its way to Fernandina Beach with a showing Saturday, July 16, at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro. Dozens of community members and environmental activists attended the event.
Superintendent Kathy Burns and attorney Brett Steger watch a video presentation from the district on the 2022 summer school session. Photo by Holly Dorman.

Superintendent Kathy Burns and attorney Brett Steger watch a video presentation from the district on the 2022 summer school session. Photo by Holly Dorman.

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Nassau County School Board not in violation of committee law

Holly Dorman
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
The Nassau County School Board determined it was not violating state statutes by not having a citizens’ budget advisory committee. Board chairwoman Donna Martin said she received a call from “a constituent” who said the board was violating state laws.
Port of Fernandina. Photo by Julia Roberts.

Port of Fernandina. Photo by Julia Roberts.

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Ocean Highway and Port Authority approves security contract, tariff

Julia Roberts
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
General business at the Port of Fernandina did take place at the most recent meeting of the Ocean Highway and Port Authority Commission, but was overshadowed by news of the sale of port operator Worldwide Terminals Fernandina and its subsidiary Nassau Terminals to Transportation Infrastructure...
County Manager Taco Pope. Photo by Marissa Mahoney.

County Manager Taco Pope. Photo by Marissa Mahoney.

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County Commission changes tune with expenditure policy

Marissa Mahoney
Friday, July 15, 2022
The Board of County Commissioners agreed to set a public hearing at Monday night’s meeting to discuss expenditures for county-sponsored events, a regular occurrence for this community bustling with growth.
Beach goers enjoy a sunny day on the beach near a marked sea turtle nest. Photo by Holly Dorman.

Beach goers enjoy a sunny day on the beach near a marked sea turtle nest. Photo by Holly Dorman.

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Three steps to protecting sea turtles and humans

Holly Dorman
Friday, July 15, 2022
Baby sea turtles are emerging from their nests along Amelia Island’s beaches. Every person who visits the beach shares in the responsibility of protecting the turtles’ homes and ensuring the beach is a safe place for others to enjoy.
Photo by Julia Roberts

Photo by Julia Roberts

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Worldwide Terminals, operator of Port, sold

Julia Roberts
Friday, July 15, 2022
Worldwide Terminals Fernandina and its subsidiary, Nassau Terminals, has been sold to Transportation Infrastructure Partners, a joint venture of Ridgewood Infrastructure and Savage, a supply chain company, for an undisclosed amount.