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A group of scientists and volunteers works to disentangle from a length of fishing rope. Submitted photo

A group of scientists and volunteers works to disentangle from a length of fishing rope. Submitted photo

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Arizona representative aims to RESCUE Whales

Holly Dorman
Friday, March 3, 2023
Rep. Raul Grijalva (D-Ariz.) introduced the RESCUE Whales Act into Congress this week, aimed at repealing a section of the 2022 omnibus that may impact North Atlantic right whales and prevent them from receiving critical aid in the face of a dwindling population.
The Nassau County 4-H chapter Youth Emergency Team includes, from left, Sophia Causer, sixth grade; Elena James, sixth grade; Gabriel Gierhahn, high school freshman; and Natalie Stevenson, high school junior. Photo courtesy of Nassau County Youth Emergency Team

The Nassau County 4-H chapter Youth Emergency Team includes, from left, Sophia Causer, sixth grade; Elena James, sixth grade; Gabriel Gierhahn, high school freshman; and Natalie Stevenson, high school junior. Photo courtesy of Nassau County Youth Emergency Team

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Youth program turn teens into preparedness leaders

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
The Youth Emergency Team (YET) is a cooperative program between Nassau County Emergency Management and the local 4-H chapter. The program is meant to empower youth to be able to take control in an emergency situation, giving kids training that is almost equal to that of a first responder.
Mike Doran, chairman of the Veterans Council of Nassau County, left, and Fred Blaz, chairman of Veterans4VeteransNassau, proudly display a check from Rayonier. The money is earmarked for the Veterans4VeteransNassau gathering scheduled for April 22 at West Nassau High School in Callahan. Submitted photo

Mike Doran, chairman of the Veterans Council of Nassau County, left, and Fred Blaz, chairman of Veterans4VeteransNassau, proudly display a check from Rayonier. The money is earmarked for the Veterans4VeteransNassau gathering scheduled for April 22 at West Nassau High School in Callahan. Submitted photo

Rayonier supports county veterans

News Staff
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Vets4Vets is a movement under the Semper Fidelis Society, a Jacksonville-based nonprofit (501)(c)(19) with a mission to inform veterans about policy changes and to connect them with a support network. Veterans4VeteransNassau, sponsored by the veterans council, is devoted to Nassau County veterans.
The Fernandina Beach City Commission recognized the 50th anniversary of the Fernandina Pirates at the Feb. 21 meeting. Photo by Julia Roberts

The Fernandina Beach City Commission recognized the 50th anniversary of the Fernandina Pirates at the Feb. 21 meeting. Photo by Julia Roberts

50 years of piracy and philanthropy

Sean Rosenthal
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
The Fernandina Pirates Club turns 50 this year, so it’s time to celebrate and reflect on the volunteer-based local nonprofit.
40 over 40

40 over 40

Extraordinary people are making an impact in our community

News Staff
Monday, February 27, 2023
The Nassau County Record & News-Leader are searching for our first-ever “40 Over 40” In 2022, we brought you “40 Under 40.” Now it’s time to feature “40 Over 40,” highlighting their accomplishments, goals and community involvement.
Gracie’s Kitchen hosts local Alpha Alpha Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, International Honorary Organization for Outstanding Women Educators. Submitted photo

Gracie’s Kitchen hosts local Alpha Alpha Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, International Honorary Organization for Outstanding Women Educators. Submitted photo

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Gracie’s Kitchen hosts local honorary organization

News Staff
Thursday, February 23, 2023
The local Alpha Alpha Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, International Honorary Organization for Outstanding Women Educators, recently prepared a spaghetti dinner at Gracie’s Kitchen in Yulee.
Pictured are, from left, Kayla Vanderlaan, Gator Bowl; Danielle Loudermilk, principal at Hilliard Elementary; Whitney Jones, assistant principal at Hilliard Elementary; Gil Langley, Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau; Katie Cox, Gator Bowl; Maurie Dugger, Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau; and Susan Evans, First Coast Blessings in a Backpack. Submitted photo

Pictured are, from left, Kayla Vanderlaan, Gator Bowl; Danielle Loudermilk, principal at Hilliard Elementary; Whitney Jones, assistant principal at Hilliard Elementary; Gil Langley, Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau; Katie Cox, Gator Bowl; Maurie Dugger, Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau; and Susan Evans, First Coast Blessings in a Backpack. Submitted photo

Nassau children benefit from AICVB program

News Staff
Thursday, February 23, 2023
The Amelia Island Convention & Visitors Bureau, in partnership with the Amelia Island Tourist Development Council, the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl and the First Coast Blessings in a Backpack joined together Feb.
Timothy McFadden

Timothy McFadden

Nassau County proudly recognizes 4-Hers of the month

News Staff
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Timothy is beginning his second year in 4-H as a Cloverbud. What an amazing adventure he is on and proving the motto “Learn by Doing” works. He showed his goat, Rumor, during the pee-wee goat show, showed chickens and participated throughout the Northeast Florida Fair.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission weighed in on the debate surrounding red snapper regulations from the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, voicing its displeasure with suggested time-area closures for the snapper-grouper fishery. File photo

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission weighed in on the debate surrounding red snapper regulations from the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, voicing its displeasure with suggested time-area closures for the snapper-grouper fishery. File photo

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FWC backs resistance to red snapper closures

Holly Dorman
Thursday, February 23, 2023
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission weighed in on the debate surrounding red snapper regulations from the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, voicing its displeasure with suggested time-area closures for the snapper-grouper fishery.