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Bearing the likenesses of four United States chief executives, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt, Mount Rushmore is located in Keystone, South Dakota. Metro

Bearing the likenesses of four United States chief executives, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt, Mount Rushmore is located in Keystone, South Dakota. Metro

Interesting facts about presidents on Presidents' Day

News Staff
Monday, February 19, 2024
Americans celebrate Presidents' Day each year on the third Monday in February. The holiday is known as Washington's Birthday within the federal government.
From left, Public Works Director Doug Podiak; Eng. Jason Seepersad; Lt. Paul Buchman; Eng. Blake Partin; FF Colby Beverly; Capt. Adam Salzburg; Fire Chief Brady Rigdon; Frank Anderson, Construction Manager, ACON Construction; Chasidy Grubbs, President of A Plus Construction and Steve Lazar, Architect, VRL Architects. Photos by Sabrina Robertson/Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

From left, Public Works Director Doug Podiak; Eng. Jason Seepersad; Lt. Paul Buchman; Eng. Blake Partin; FF Colby Beverly; Capt. Adam Salzburg; Fire Chief Brady Rigdon; Frank Anderson, Construction Manager, ACON Construction; Chasidy Grubbs, President of A Plus Construction and Steve Lazar, Architect, VRL Architects. Photos by Sabrina Robertson/Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

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Groundbreaking ceremony held for Station 70

News Staff
Thursday, February 15, 2024
On Monday, the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in celebration of the upcoming construction of Nassau County Fire Rescue Station 70. The event took place at the station’s future site located at 942456 Old Nassauville Road.
Consultants Adrienne Burke and Ennis Davis update the board on conceptual plans generated from citizen input on restoration of the Rendezvous. Photo by Pam Bushnell/News-Leader

Consultants Adrienne Burke and Ennis Davis update the board on conceptual plans generated from citizen input on restoration of the Rendezvous. Photo by Pam Bushnell/News-Leader

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Board of county commissioners discuss zoning, FLUMs and American Beach

Pamela Bushnell
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
The Nassau County Board of Commissioners met on Monday evening before a packed chamber. Among many items addressed were zoning changes for two properties, one of which proved to be controversial.
Mike and Kellie Boston on Amelia Island. Photos courtesy of Boston Photography

Mike and Kellie Boston on Amelia Island. Photos courtesy of Boston Photography

Breathing with the Bostons

Guest Columnist
Friday, February 9, 2024
On rare, wonderful occasions, we have the good fortune of encountering irrefutably extraordinary individuals. These special someones possess a seemingly magical ability to motivate others. Sometimes they inspire creativity. Other times they sow the seeds of perseverance.
Aerial view of the newly opened Wildlight Commerce Park. Submitted

Aerial view of the newly opened Wildlight Commerce Park. Submitted

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Official opening of Wildlight Commerce Park

Foy Maloy
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Under beautiful blue skies and warm temperatures on Feb. 1, more than 50 people joined Pattillo Industrial Real Estate and the Nassau County Economic Development Board for the official announcement of the opening the Wildlight Commerce Park located at Wildworks Avenue and SR 200.
Ashley Taylor was recently named Nassau County’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. Submitted photo

Ashley Taylor was recently named Nassau County’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. Submitted photo

Callahan Elementary’s Ashley Taylor named 2024 Teacher of the Year

News Staff
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Ashley Taylor, first-grade teacher at Callahan Elementary School, was recently named Nassau County’s 2024 Teacher of the Year. More than 400 educators and supporters attended the annual gala held at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island for the announcement.
From left, Jayla Eldell, Carley Eldell and Tressa Linzy. Submitted photo

From left, Jayla Eldell, Carley Eldell and Tressa Linzy. Submitted photo

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Big Sister of the Year announced

News Staff
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters honors our outstanding Big Brothers and Big Sisters. The nominees are the perfect illustration of how the mentoring relationship helps Littles achieve their biggest possible futures and makes a long-lasting impact on the Big, too.
National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Shedding light on human trafficking

Guest Columnist
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. As a new year begins, this month is a reminder to collectively heighten our awareness, education and advocacy to combat this pervasive issue of modern-day bondage.
Yulee’s Kevin Reyes-Ramos and Fernandina Beach’s Noah Wilson. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Yulee’s Kevin Reyes-Ramos and Fernandina Beach’s Noah Wilson. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Hornets eliminate Pirates

Beth Jones
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
The host Fernandina Beach Pirates were eliminated by the Yulee Hornets Monday night in the semifinal round of the District 3-4A soccer tournament. No. 2 seed Yulee High School won 2-1 and takes on top-seed Stanton at 6 p.m. today in the championship game at Pirate Field. Purchase tickets at gofan.