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Nassau County is asking for more input from the community as part of Vision 2050, a community input-driven process that will help the Planning Advisory Committee to recommend changes to the county’s Comprehensive Plan. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County is asking for more input from the community as part of Vision 2050, a community input-driven process that will help the Planning Advisory Committee to recommend changes to the county’s Comprehensive Plan. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Nassau County asking for public input on ‘Community Building Blocks’

Ashley Chandler
Friday, May 31, 2024
The Nassau County Vision 2050 process carries on as the county is asking for the public to weigh in yet again. What the Vision 2050 team is referring to as draft “Community Building Blocks” have been established through the gathering of public opinion for Vision 2050.
From left, Hailie Mason, administrative assistant, and Allyson Myrick, projects and events coordinator, pose for a photo at The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals Spring Conference held May 7 and 8 this year. Submitted

From left, Hailie Mason, administrative assistant, and Allyson Myrick, projects and events coordinator, pose for a photo at The Florida Association of Chamber Professionals Spring Conference held May 7 and 8 this year. Submitted

Chamber employees give insight into statewide conference, chamber initiatives

Ashley Chandler
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Earlier this month, employees of the Nassau County Chamber of Commerce attended a conference they said will help them implement new ideas and practices within the community.
Jack Knocke, representing Citizens Defending Freedom, and Mark Durham, representing Nassau County School District, offer opening statements in textbook challenge hearing. Photos by Tracy McCormick-Dishman/News-Leader

Jack Knocke, representing Citizens Defending Freedom, and Mark Durham, representing Nassau County School District, offer opening statements in textbook challenge hearing. Photos by Tracy McCormick-Dishman/News-Leader

Textbook hearing leaves issues unresolved

Tracy Dishman
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
The Nassau County School District’s inaugural public hearing on a textbook objection took place May 20, ending without a resolution.
James (JD) Morgan expresses his gratitude for being recognized as a County Employee of the Quarter and the life-saving efforts of medical workers four years ago that allowed him to continue his electrical career. Submitted

James (JD) Morgan expresses his gratitude for being recognized as a County Employee of the Quarter and the life-saving efforts of medical workers four years ago that allowed him to continue his electrical career. Submitted

Electrician thanks emergency medical workers for saving his life

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Two recognitions at the county commissioners meeting that seemed to be unrelated ended up colliding last week when an awarded county worker spoke of the actions of county emergency medical workers who saved his life and changed it forever.
From left, Chairman John Martin; Martha Oberdorfer, deputy director of Emergency Management; and Tim Cooper, director of Emergency Management pose with National Weather Service StormReady County sign. Submitted

From left, Chairman John Martin; Martha Oberdorfer, deputy director of Emergency Management; and Tim Cooper, director of Emergency Management pose with National Weather Service StormReady County sign. Submitted

Commissioners adjust meeting times, recognize staff

Ashley Chandler
Friday, May 17, 2024
Commissioners met for the second time this week on Wednesday, honoring emergency medical workers and several county workers and departments to set the tone for the meeting.
Adam Lochstampfor with Georgia Sea Turtle Center carries Hartwig, a rehabilitated sea turtle, to the water to be released on Wednesday at Main Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Adam Lochstampfor with Georgia Sea Turtle Center carries Hartwig, a rehabilitated sea turtle, to the water to be released on Wednesday at Main Beach. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Welcome home: Rehabilitated sea turtles return to Atlantic

Ashley Chandler
Friday, May 17, 2024
Wednesday morning, three rehabilitated sea turtles returned home to the ocean with the help of animal rescuers and turtle advocates in Georgia and Florida.  The turtles, rehabilitated by the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island, Ga., were released at the 10 a.m.
Commissioner Klynt Farmer poses with officers who were in attendance Monday to receive the proclamation declaring May 12-18 as National Police Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day in Nassau County. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Commissioner Klynt Farmer poses with officers who were in attendance Monday to receive the proclamation declaring May 12-18 as National Police Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day in Nassau County. Photo by Ashley Chandler/News-Leader

Beach nourishment project funding increases to $7.85 million

Ashley Chandler
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
The Nassau County Board of County Commissioners met for only 40 minutes Monday, a quick meeting to kick off the month of May.
Nassau County School District

Nassau County School District

NCSB holds department budget presentations and workshops

Tracy Dishman
Friday, May 10, 2024
The Nassau County School Board (NCSB) has initiated the budget planning process earlier this year with public workshops and board presentations, a departure from previous years' timelines. In previous years, the superintendent would present the upcoming year's budget to the board for approval.