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District unveils new programs, tools

News Staff
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
By Anna Newhoff, Nassau County Record As Nassau County parents and students prepare to head back to school Monday, the district has launched new tools and programs while celebrating a major academic milestone. Nassau County was ranked the No.
The Board of County Commissioners meets Monday. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

The Board of County Commissioners meets Monday. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

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County seeks ROA designation west of I-95

Ashley Chandler
Friday, August 1, 2025
Nassau County is working with the Nassau County Economic Development Board and the North Florida Economic Development Partnership to attain a Rural Area of Opportunity designation from the Florida Department of Commerce.
Assistant County Manager Marshall Eyerman gives a presenation Monday to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the 2025-2026 proposed budget and millage rates. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

Assistant County Manager Marshall Eyerman gives a presenation Monday to the Board of County Commissioners regarding the 2025-2026 proposed budget and millage rates. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

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County plans for receding funds

Ashley Chandler
Friday, August 1, 2025
The Board of County Commissioners made its first budget action for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 on Monday. Nassau County approved tentative millage rates and set its first budget hearing for Sept. 8. The BOCC held a workshop prior to its regularly scheduled meeting Monday.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper pauses for a moment as he tells the details of the scene found at West 12th Avenue home on July 24 at a press conference held at the sheriff’s office July 25. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper pauses for a moment as he tells the details of the scene found at West 12th Avenue home on July 24 at a press conference held at the sheriff’s office July 25. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Hilliard shooter pronounced dead

Ashley Chandler
Friday, August 1, 2025
The shooter in the triple killing in Hilliard last week has officially been pronounced dead.The domestic shooting incident at a West 12th Avenue home on the evening of July 24 left three dead, the shooter “clinically dead” and one survivor – a 5-year-old girl.
The Board of County Commissioners meets Monday. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

The Board of County Commissioners meets Monday. From left, County Attorney Denise May, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. Photo courtesy of Nassau County

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Nassau County: Commissioners approve $14.8M CR121 contract

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
County Road 121 is about to get a makeover.  On Monday, Nassau County approved “probably the largest” contract the board has been a part of, according to Commissioner Jeff Gray.
Duncan Davis holding baby shark caught on the exertion. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

Duncan Davis holding baby shark caught on the exertion. Photo by Marisa DeMar/News-Leader

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Shark catching on American Beach: Amelia Island Land Based Shark Charter

Marisa DeMar
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Amelia Island Land Based Shark Charter is a business that specializes in catching sharks off the shore of American Beach. Owner Alberto Vanegas is a local fisherman who runs the service, offering participants a six-hour window (per charter) to capture a shark.

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Board approves $14.8M CR121 contract

Ashley Chandler
Friday, July 25, 2025
County Road 121 is about to get a long-awaited makeover. On Monday, Nassau County approved “probably the largest” contract the board has been a part of, according to Commissioner Jeff Gray.
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper pauses for a moment as he tells the details of the scene found at West 12th Avenue home on July 24 at a press conference held at the sheriff's office July 25. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper pauses for a moment as he tells the details of the scene found at West 12th Avenue home on July 24 at a press conference held at the sheriff's office July 25. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Hilliard shooter pronounced dead

Ashley Chandler
Friday, July 25, 2025
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper spoke in a somber tone Friday morning as he told the details of a scene at a West 12th Avenue home in Hilliard.  The domestic shooting incident on the evening of July 24 left three dead, the shooter in critical condition and one survivor – a 5-year-old girl.
Automobiles are shown at American Beach on May 1. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Automobiles are shown at American Beach on May 1. Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Some American Beach residents disappointed with county

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Some residents of American Beach say they’re disappointed with Nassau County.On July 16, County Manager Taco Pope gave a brief presentation and asked the Board of County Commissioners to set a date for a hearing to discuss proposed changes to the county’s beach recreation regulations.