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The fifth annual Cars & Cannons Vintage Car Show. Submitted photo

The fifth annual Cars & Cannons Vintage Car Show. Submitted photo

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Cars & Cannons Vintage Car Show a success

News Staff
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
The fifth annual Cars & Cannons Vintage Car Show kicked off with the backdrop of cool breezes and clear skies at historic Fort Clinch on Saturday. Enthusiasts and history buffs gathered to view the remarkable collection of 60 vintage cars within the historic walls of the fort.
Sample tiny home development as presented at the recent Nassau County Board of County Commissioners meeting. Submitted photo

Sample tiny home development as presented at the recent Nassau County Board of County Commissioners meeting. Submitted photo

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Tiny home program codified in Nassau County

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to codify the Tiny Home Development (THD) Program into the Future Land Use Element (FLUE) of the Nassau County Comprehensive Plan, Land Development Code (LDC) and mobility and impact fee exemptions for THDs.

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County approves regional legislative priorities

Sean Rosenthal
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved four legislative priorities to send to the Northeast Florida Regional Council ahead of the legislative session opening Jan. 9, 2024.
Temporary netting at the Yulee Little League ballpark.

Temporary netting at the Yulee Little League ballpark.

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County answers last-minute Little League cry

Sean Rosenthal
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Just hours before the first game of the 2023 Yulee Little League fall season took place, a now deleted Facebook post by a parent expressed concerns stemming from improvements being made by Nassau County staff at the Little League park.
The Ocean Highway and Port Authority hired real estate agent to begin the process of selling this lot adjacent to the Port of Fernandina, along with other parcels in the Fernandina Beach Historic District. Nearby property owners want OHPA to ensure development on the property keeps the character of the neighborhood through deed restrictions placed on the lots. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

The Ocean Highway and Port Authority hired real estate agent to begin the process of selling this lot adjacent to the Port of Fernandina, along with other parcels in the Fernandina Beach Historic District. Nearby property owners want OHPA to ensure development on the property keeps the character of the neighborhood through deed restrictions placed on the lots. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

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OHPA hires real estate agent to sell lots in Historic District

Julia Roberts
Thursday, September 21, 2023
The Ocean Highway and Port Authority will move forward with a plan to sell some lots in Fernandina Beach’s Historic District, despite a vocal outcry from property owners who fear the change in the fabric of the neighborhood. The plots are at 305 Dade, 332 N. Third and 510 N. Third streets.
Spanish moss covering trees is a common part of our natural and built environments. Photo courtesy of UF/IFAS Extension

Spanish moss covering trees is a common part of our natural and built environments. Photo courtesy of UF/IFAS Extension

A Spanish beard

Taylor Clem
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Unplugging in the wild is a breath of fresh air. Have you ever spent time paddling a wilderness trail, exploring the depths of the swamps, rivers and marshes? A silence from our busy lives becomes supplanted with a harmony of nature.
The Nassau County School Board took a moment during the recent school board meeting to celebrate the dedication of Hurricane Idalia heroes. Submitted photo

The Nassau County School Board took a moment during the recent school board meeting to celebrate the dedication of Hurricane Idalia heroes. Submitted photo

Hurricane heroes and scholarship winners shine bright

Tracy Dishman
Thursday, September 21, 2023
The spotlight shone brightly on a diverse array of recognitions that truly exemplify the essence of community engagement and educational excellence.

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OHPA Commission eliminates port director position

Julia Roberts
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
In what appeared to be an unexpected vote, the Ocean Highway and Port Authority effectively fired the executive director of the Port of Fernandina, offering him the job of representing the port on the Florida Ports Council for a $30,000 fee instead of the $130,000 he makes now.
Created by the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners in 1988, the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council (AITDC) oversees the development and marketing of Amelia Island as a world-class tourism destination. As provided by Florida law, the AITDC is responsible for the expenditure of revenues received from the levy and imposition of the tourism development tax. Submitted photo

Created by the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners in 1988, the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council (AITDC) oversees the development and marketing of Amelia Island as a world-class tourism destination. As provided by Florida law, the AITDC is responsible for the expenditure of revenues received from the levy and imposition of the tourism development tax. Submitted photo

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Tourism strategy to expand countywide

Sean Rosenthal
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
A tourism consulting firm working with the Amelia Island Tourism Development Council (AITDC) is making a “cornerstone recommendation” to expand the Tourist Development Tax (TDT), placing the “bed tax” on short-term accommodations countywide.