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Several occasions of someone leaving tire tracks on the multi-purpose fields at Tributary Park have prompted canceled games and a public outreach campaign by the county, in an effort to inform the public of effects vandalisms can cause to the community. Submitted photo

Several occasions of someone leaving tire tracks on the multi-purpose fields at Tributary Park have prompted canceled games and a public outreach campaign by the county, in an effort to inform the public of effects vandalisms can cause to the community. Submitted photo

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Donuts on soccer fields prompt county action

Ashley Chandler
Friday, April 18, 2025
Vandalism at a Nassau County park has prompted a public outreach campaign. Nassau county communications staff posted a video online in an effort to educate the public about vandalisms at parks and public spaces and prompt them to take action to stop it.
Discount Tire is being constructed at 464069 SR 200, in Yulee. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Discount Tire is being constructed at 464069 SR 200, in Yulee. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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Discount Tire nearly constructed on SR-200

News Staff
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
State Road 200 is home to another tire shop. It’s not complete yet, but construction is moving along. Discount Tire will open at 464069 SR 200, in Yulee.
Commissioner A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann presented to Nassau County Animal Care & Control staff a proclamation recognizing this week as National Animal Control Appreciation Week on Monday at the Board of County Commissioners meeting in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Commissioner A.M. "Hupp" Huppmann presented to Nassau County Animal Care & Control staff a proclamation recognizing this week as National Animal Control Appreciation Week on Monday at the Board of County Commissioners meeting in the Commission Chambers at the James S. Page Governmental Complex. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

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BOCC proclaims this week Animal Control Appreciation Week

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
On Monday, the Board of County Commissioners recognized National Animal Control Appreciation Week. The national week of appreciation is April 13 through 19. Commissioner A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann presented the proclamation to members of Nassau County Animal Care & Control.
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.