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City Hall chambers was filled to overflowing to hear the quasi-judicial hearing regarding development of townhomes on what is known as the Tringali property on Third and Fourth streets in downtown Fernandina Beach. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

City Hall chambers was filled to overflowing to hear the quasi-judicial hearing regarding development of townhomes on what is known as the Tringali property on Third and Fourth streets in downtown Fernandina Beach. Photo by Julia Roberts/News-Leader

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City commission approves replat; allows townhome development on Tringali property

Julia Roberts
Thursday, May 18, 2023
Despite pleas from residents who filled city hall opposing the development of townhouses in downtown Fernandina Beach, the city commission voted to approve the construction on streets adjacent to the city’s Historic District.
The Wild Amelia Nature Festival is back, kicking off this weekend with a sunset river cruise and leading into animal exhibits, activities for the kids, nature walks and more. Submitted photo

The Wild Amelia Nature Festival is back, kicking off this weekend with a sunset river cruise and leading into animal exhibits, activities for the kids, nature walks and more. Submitted photo

Nature Fest returns

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
The Wild Amelia Nature Festival is back, kicking off this weekend with a sunset river cruise and leading into animal exhibits, activities for the kids, nature walks and more. The Nature Festival is run by Wild Amelia, a program from Keep Nassau Beautiful.
Nassau County School District

Nassau County School District

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NCSB accepting applications for oversight committee

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
The Nassau County School Board passed the rules and procedures for the future Citizens Oversight Committee, a committee meant to oversee and report back on how millage funds are used.
The Wildlight Elementary School drama club put on a "sweet" showing of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." Submitted photo

The Wildlight Elementary School drama club put on a "sweet" showing of "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." Submitted photo

Around School

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Fresh peaches can be found in the Markets this Saturday.

Fresh peaches can be found in the Markets this Saturday.

Fernandina Beach Market Place, Arts Market return to historic downtown

Guest Columnist
Thursday, May 11, 2023
The Fernandina Beach Market Place farmers market and the Fernandina Beach Arts Markets will return to historic downtown Saturday. Open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., these two markets offer more than 70 booths of seasonal produce, fresh baked breads, wood working, fine and whimsical jewelry and more.
Local artist Lauren Hom partnered with Visit Florida and The Florida Department of Citrus to paint this mural welcoming visitors to Florida. Submitted photo

Local artist Lauren Hom partnered with Visit Florida and The Florida Department of Citrus to paint this mural welcoming visitors to Florida. Submitted photo

Drink in the sunshine

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Local artist Lauren Hom partnered with Visit Florida and The Florida Department of Citrus to paint this mural welcoming visitors to Florida.
Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

Nassau County Board of County Commissioners

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BOCC denies land usage

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
The Nassau Board of County Commissioners voted 4-1 against a land use amendment change request Monday night. Board Chairman Klynt Farmer was in favor of the change.
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Georgia passes act to protect right to fish

Holly Dorman
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Georgia lawmakers have signed into law a bill protecting anglers’ right to fish in navigable waters, such as the St. Marys River bordering Nassau County. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 115 into law late last Monday.
Fernandina Beach Middle School cafeteria manager Melissa Adkins accepts the 2023 School Lunch Hero award at a surprise ceremony held Monday afternoon. Submitted photo

Fernandina Beach Middle School cafeteria manager Melissa Adkins accepts the 2023 School Lunch Hero award at a surprise ceremony held Monday afternoon. Submitted photo

Serving up a hero: FBMS’s Adkins honored with award

Holly Dorman
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Fernandina Beach Middle School came together to celebrate its cafeteria manager Missy Adkins, who was named a 2023 School Lunch Hero by the Florida Department of Agriculture. Out of almost 500 applicants, Adkins was one of five winners chosen.
Photo courtesy of Forgotten Georgia The feral horses on Cumberland Island have long been a staple, a sight tourists look forward to seeing. Now, with a lawsuit looming over the National Park Service, they could be removed.

Photo courtesy of Forgotten Georgia The feral horses on Cumberland Island have long been a staple, a sight tourists look forward to seeing. Now, with a lawsuit looming over the National Park Service, they could be removed.

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Cumberland horses sue NPS over 'inhumane' conditions

Holly Dorman
Thursday, May 4, 2023
The famous horses of Cumberland Island, Ga., are facing removal following a lawsuit filed on their behalf. The horses of Cumberland Island, The Georgia Equine Rescue League, The Georgia Horse Council, Inc., Will Harlan and Carol Ruckdeschel are listed as the plaintiffs on the suit against U.S.