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County leaders, staff and community members came together March 13 and 14 for the two-day Winter Strategic Planning Session in the Florida State College at Jacksonville, Betty P. Cook Center, Nassau Room. Photos courtesy of Nassau County

County leaders, staff and community members came together March 13 and 14 for the two-day Winter Strategic Planning Session in the Florida State College at Jacksonville, Betty P. Cook Center, Nassau Room. Photos courtesy of Nassau County

County kicks off 2025 planning 

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, March 20, 2025
County leaders and staff attended a two-day planning event last week to kick off this year’s budget and planning discussions. The Winter Strategic Planning Session is an annual public planning event Nassau County holds each year.
The plant known as Mother of Millions is shown Wednesday on Gregg Street in the American Beach Historic District. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The plant known as Mother of Millions is shown Wednesday on Gregg Street in the American Beach Historic District. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Extension office to host Earth Day invasive plant roundup

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, March 20, 2025
A partnership between Nassau County and the extension office offers an opportunity for locals to make a difference on Earth Day.
Vendors at the Fernandina Beach Market Place include, Bearded Art and Leather featuring handcrafted leather goods, Holly's Bundt Cakes offering freshly baked treats in various flavors, and Chef Bill Thompson showcasing his unique culinary creations alongside his recipe book. Submitted

Vendors at the Fernandina Beach Market Place include, Bearded Art and Leather featuring handcrafted leather goods, Holly's Bundt Cakes offering freshly baked treats in various flavors, and Chef Bill Thompson showcasing his unique culinary creations alongside his recipe book. Submitted

Saturday market brings farmers, artisans and community together

Judie Mackie
Thursday, March 20, 2025
It is big market Saturday in Fernandina Beach! From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine, North Seventh Street, between Alachua and Centre Streets, will be home to nearly 50 booths of seasonal produce and farm grown specialties.
Nassau County’s 4-H program graduated 17 YETies Thursday to bring the total number of YETies in Nassau over 100. Submitted photos

Nassau County’s 4-H program graduated 17 YETies Thursday to bring the total number of YETies in Nassau over 100. Submitted photos

Nassau County home to more than 100 YETies

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
There’s more than 100 YETies in Nassau County. Kelsey Irvine, UF/IFAS 4-H youth development agent said there are more than 100 YETies in the local community as of the YET Program’s most-recent graduation.
The Nassau County School Board heard from Carrie Jones, parent of a Yulee High School baseball player, who detailed concerns about deteriorating conditions at the school’s baseball facilities. Submitted photo

The Nassau County School Board heard from Carrie Jones, parent of a Yulee High School baseball player, who detailed concerns about deteriorating conditions at the school’s baseball facilities. Submitted photo

Nassau County School Board tackles infrastructure needs, streamlines operation

Tracy Dishman
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Infrastructure priorities headlined Thursday’s Nassau County School Board meeting as members addressed concerns about deteriorating athletic facilities, approved a major growth study, streamlined their meeting schedule and upgraded a key staff position during a session focused on both immediate...
Runners in the Law Enforcement Torch Run finish the final leg of the 1.26-mile run on Friday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Runners in the Law Enforcement Torch Run finish the final leg of the 1.26-mile run on Friday. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Law Enforcement Torch Run raises thousands for Special Olympics

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
On Thursday, The Fernandina Beach Police Department passed the torch to The Nassau County Sheriff’s Office.  Both law enforcement agencies participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to raise funds and awareness for the Special Olympics.
From left, Christina Thomas and Austin Nicklas of the Northeast Florida Builder’s Association, at the March 10 Board of County Commissioners meeting. The board signed a Letter of Support for a state appropriations request that will be used to expand the apprenticeship program. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

From left, Christina Thomas and Austin Nicklas of the Northeast Florida Builder’s Association, at the March 10 Board of County Commissioners meeting. The board signed a Letter of Support for a state appropriations request that will be used to expand the apprenticeship program. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

County shows support to NFBA apprenticeship program

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Nassau County showed support to the Northeast Florida Builder’s Association's (NFBA) Apprenticeship program last week.
Holly Coyle, on Monday in the Commission Chambers, presents to the Board of County Commissioners a grant application for a $6.25 million grant that would fund a 4-lane roadway to connect 700 acres of industrial and commercial land. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Holly Coyle, on Monday in the Commission Chambers, presents to the Board of County Commissioners a grant application for a $6.25 million grant that would fund a 4-lane roadway to connect 700 acres of industrial and commercial land. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Grant requested for 4-lane roadway

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, March 13, 2025
On Monday, the Board of County Commissioners approved a grant application for the purpose of constructing a four-lane roadway in Nassau County.
Brian Douglas's broadcasting experience includes roles as a weekly guest at KGO, daily automotive commentator at KSFO/KYA, and host of his own talk show on KNBR. Submitted

Brian Douglas's broadcasting experience includes roles as a weekly guest at KGO, daily automotive commentator at KSFO/KYA, and host of his own talk show on KNBR. Submitted

The automotive authority: A profile of Brian Douglas

Tracy Dishman
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Brian Douglas, the automotive columnist for the News-Leader, brings decades of industry experience and media expertise to his opinion pieces.