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Nassau County's complimentary Vision 2050 stickers. News-Leader

Nassau County's complimentary Vision 2050 stickers. News-Leader

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County asks for public input on final Vision 2050 draft

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Nassau County announced it has completed its final Draft Vision 2050 Plan and will hold several community workshops to present it to the public.  The draft plan is available online for public comment until May 23.
Captain Michael R. Adams runs the Fernandina Beach-based Adams Shrimp and has been named the 2025 Shrimp Festival Grand Marshal. Submitted photo

Captain Michael R. Adams runs the Fernandina Beach-based Adams Shrimp and has been named the 2025 Shrimp Festival Grand Marshal. Submitted photo

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Captain Mike Adams, Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival Parade Grand Marshal

Guest Columnist
Friday, April 11, 2025
Captain Michael R. Adams runs the Fernandina Beach-based Adams Shrimp company, one of only six active shrimping operations in the North Florida area, and one of the last remaining license holders allowed to catch shrimp for food in Florida’s inland waters. Started in 1974 by Adams, a U.S.
From left, Parks & Recreation Operations Manager Jason Brown, District Two Commissioner A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Parks & Recreation Director Jay Robertson and Kimley-Horn's Landscape Architect Analyst Hannah Miracle look at the conceptual design plan and inspiration imagery for Blackrock Cove Park at the Open House held March 27 at the site of Blackrock Cove Park, across from Crews Creek Avenue. Commissioner Jeff Gray who represents the district the park is in, also was in attendance at the event. Submitted

From left, Parks & Recreation Operations Manager Jason Brown, District Two Commissioner A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Parks & Recreation Director Jay Robertson and Kimley-Horn's Landscape Architect Analyst Hannah Miracle look at the conceptual design plan and inspiration imagery for Blackrock Cove Park at the Open House held March 27 at the site of Blackrock Cove Park, across from Crews Creek Avenue. Commissioner Jeff Gray who represents the district the park is in, also was in attendance at the event. Submitted

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County unveils Blackrock Cove Park plans

Ashley Chandler
Thursday, April 10, 2025
The county is forging ahead with plans to expand recreational options to Nassau County residents. Most recently, the county unveiled the conceptual plan for Blackrock Cove Park.
The Home Education team won the 2025 Constitution Bowl, coached by Alisa Burbo, Amelia Burbo, Amelia Hawkes, Eva Hawkes and Lauren Walters. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

The Home Education team won the 2025 Constitution Bowl, coached by Alisa Burbo, Amelia Burbo, Amelia Hawkes, Eva Hawkes and Lauren Walters. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Constitutional champs: Home school team clinches victory in annual Constitution Bowl

Tracy Dishman
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Nassau County’s brightest constitutional scholars faced off Monday night at Wildlight Elementary School as the U.S. Constitution Scholarship Foundation (USCSF) hosted its annual Constitution Bowl, awarding $15,000 in scholarships to 14 participating students.
Nassau County Manager, Taco Pope. File photo/News-Leader

Nassau County Manager, Taco Pope. File photo/News-Leader

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County responds to DOGE

Ashley Chandler
Friday, April 4, 2025
Nassau County sent its reply to the state’s Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE), and expressed support for the financial efficiency program. The letter, dated April 2, was signed by County Manager Taco Pope.
Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Sea Turtle Saviors

News Staff
Friday, April 4, 2025
Two juvenile sea turtles, Siesto and Sorrel, were released back to the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday at Main Beach.
The Board of County Commissioners meets March 10 in the Commission Chambers. From left, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. File photo/News-Leader

The Board of County Commissioners meets March 10 in the Commission Chambers. From left, commissioners John Martin, Klynt Farmer, A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann, Jeff Gray and Alyson McCullough. File photo/News-Leader

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Locals at BOCC concerned about possible townhome development

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
A few community members attended the March 24 Board of County Commissioners meeting to voice opposition against a developer who has plans to build a few dozen townhomes. The item on the agenda was for rezoning of 5.